Families and family members Books

In volcanic terrain, legendary mountain warriors battled for a beautiful bride. It is here, that Jabu finds himself thrust into another adventure. He is equally beguiled by Pania and Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud. Snowboarding on a mountain...

Puzzle Pieces in the Park takes best-selling author Rick Carson's tried and proven method called "the basics of pleasure" and turns it into a story that will allow children to adopt his simple techniques for managing life's challenges. Told through the...

Have you ever wondered if your dad has special powers? What makes him so amazing? Follow along in this fun story and try to unlock the mystery of what makes one father a real superhero. You will be surprised that the power is something we all can possess.

 Are you a new Grandma that lives away from your Grandchild?​​​​​​​This is a story about a Grandma and her new Grandchild, who have a special bond, even though they do not live in the same city.No matter the distance, or no matter the day, there is...

Poppy is sick. Too sick to play.When a young girl learns that her terminally ill Poppy will soon be taken away from her, she wonders...where will he go? And when he gets there, will he be able to play again?Kids have lots of questions. Some are harder...

Too Many Cookies is based on my sister, Cheryl, who decided to bring me cookies every day for almost a year. I would share them with everyone in our apartment building, young and old, and the homeless that I met outside our building.It is about sharing...

As a child, there is no safer feeling than being in the arms of a parent, especially when it comes to bedtime. For many children, separating at bedtime can be difficult.One thing that can never be separated is the love between a child and their parent.

"Gabby and Grandpa" is a loving story highlighting the close relationship between a grandchild and a grandparent.A close connection between a grandchild and a grandparent is rooted in love, fun, and pure joy. Come along with six-year-old Gabby as she...

Join a boy and his momma on a heartwarming journey through the different stages of life in "Momma Would You Ever?" From tender moments at home to adventurous explorations in the great outdoors, this heartwarming tale celebrates the precious moments and...

Danielle is a brand-new mom to her son, Dax. She enjoys spending time outside and lives an active lifestyle. Danielle's married to the love of her life, Tyson, and the family lives in Overland Park, Kansas, with their silly English Bulldog, Ozzie...

We are two families that worked together to expand one family. We, the authors, wanted the focus of this book to be about family growth, not just about surrogacy. We are individuals outside the LGBTQ2S+ community, and this book is from our perspective...

The Book of Why provides an opportunity for teachers and parents to assist their children in developing deeper, more thought-provoking inquiry questions. This book helps to unlock the mystery of inquiry for primary students at a foundational level.

A routine drugstore delivery turns into an adventure in espionage and time travel when Patrice (Trice) Archer suddenly finds herself in 1912 Eastern Canada at Beinn Bhreagh, the Canadian home of inventor Alexander Graham Bell. Whisked there from her...

This book was written, not only as a dedication to my daughter, but also to remind all the moms, dads, and caretakers of children to show your children love every day. Encourage them to smile and to create happy moments that will make them smile just...

"I Will Always Love You and Your Mommy Too" (the 3rd book in the "I Will Always..." series) is a children's picture book with a focus on the responsibility and importance of Daddy's relationship with his little girl.  Through thick and thin, a girl...

When American soldiers departed Vietnam, many left children behind--like seventeen-year-old Loi, whose fellow villagers ostracize her because she is con-lai, a half-breed and a reminder of her country's tragic civil war. Only Khai, a young buffalo...

Grandpa Has My Back Everything kids don't want their parents to know about when they are away at their grandparent's home for the weekend. Join little Jurnee and her grandpa, Papa Tommie, as they spend a fun-filled, lesson learning weekend together. This...

A sweet story that speaks to the special bond that exists between a grandparent and a child, Grandmimi's Kisses tells the story of the magic that happens at Grandmimi's house when a grandchild comes a long way for a much-anticipated visit. There is a...

Fin the Fern is a charming, vibrant picture story of a mysterious dove who descends upon Fin, a little fern, to guide her through her "birth" into the world. Written during the birth of a little girl in Texas, Fin the Fern honors and celebrates...

If you find this resource helpful, we invite you to come back and leave a review as we know it will help others in similar circumstances!Daddy, What is an Embryo? A Tale of Egg Donation tells the story of a young girl, Ruthie, who was conceived...

Daddy Likes to Dance is a look inside how a child sees their father being silly and playing. With parents' busy lives through work and other obligations, making time for your child or children is essential. Having a special bond through being silly can...

Perfect for those who have lost a grandparent or simply looking for a heartwarming story about our loving grandmothers and how they will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Cuando Maya descubre que su abuelita Tata, la más inusual viejita en el pueblo, esconde un par de aretes mágicos bajo su velo, inmediatamente quiere descubrir cómo los obtuvo y qué los hace tan especiales. Embarca con Maya en un viaje colorido...

Tata, the most unusual granny in town, is hiding a pair of magical earrings under her veil. But when Maya-her granddaughter-gets a glimpse of them,  she wants to find out where they came from and what makes them so special. Embark with Maya on...

The Yellow Shirt is a story about the feelings and emotions that children can experience as they move from foster home to foster home. It is told through the life of a shirt that is waiting to find it's forever home. There are many different homes and...

This family of bears are anything but ordinary. Mama bear has her paws full with her four wild cubs, each with their own unique personalities. And when one of the cubs thinks up a big idea, she brings together the whole sleuth to make it happen. The only...

GranAngel Love is a heart-warming story about the love shared between a grandmother and her "GranAngles," set under the beautiful Kentucky sky.Written by first-time author and Kentucky native Candace Rogers Fox, this 34-page book filled with whimsical...

Genny the Vegan is a children's book exploring a day in the life of a vegan family through the eyes of their precocious 5-year-old daughter, Genny, eyes. Genny journeys through her day sharing her colorful foods from local markets with friends she...

Dizzy Lizzie may be the smallest kitten in her wild litter, but her determination is mighty. Born under an old house, in a dark wee den, with cobwebs in the corner and dirt underfoot, every day is a struggle for the tiny kitten, until she learns a trick...

How do you get a grandma to dance? These two little granddaughters are sure going to try. As they go to the glacier and to the store. As they take their dog for a walk and have their long talk. They try to tell grandma to take a chance, they try to tell...

This book is meant for anyone who struggles with separation anxiety or distance from their loved ones. It can comfort little ones with parents who travel for work, are having a sitter for the first time, just starting or returning to daycare or school,...

At the heart of every parent is the desire to protect and nurture their children, especially during difficult times. But sometimes it can be challenging to know how to help our children process their emotions and cope with the challenges of growing up...

Magic has been absent in Fairyville for many years. But everything changes when a young fairy with a big family, named Jaya, struggling with her feelings and emotions, finds something mythical and enchanting.Could her feelings lead to a wish she may...

Blue Rue is a book about loving our uniqueness. It's about understanding that being different is what makes us all special. Our uniqueness is our strength, our superpower. We are all one of a kind and together we make this world beautiful.

Can you remember what your world was like before the pandemic?Imagine all the wonderful things you can see and do when our world opens again. There will be exciting things to experience, but the most important thing we will once again do is reconnect...

WHERE is Poppy?WHY is his brain buzzing?Poppy's grandsons, Matthew and Richard, have found a way to keep him in their lives.However, Poppy is busy trying to get a new job.What will Poppy choose to do?Join Matthew and Richard on their journey to be with...

"Oh Yes I Can, Just Watch Me!" is a heartwarming story based on the life of a determined Scottish girl called Julie. Julie had to wear leg braces after recovering from a serious illness and was often told to not dream too big. However, she knew in her...

What started as a sleepover with two young cousins, ended up being a life lesson for the entire neighbourhood. A power outage inspires the two children to show people 'the way'. Two super power lights empower them to lead the way in an adventure...

Cozy and Trinidy have had many adventures.They continue even to this day. Trinidy is now seventeenyears of age, she still has Cozy. He is very well loved....The sun was shining, it was a good dayto go to the beach. Trinidy got Cozy,a blanket, her bucket...

This is my first childrens' book and was inspired by my son Andrew and my grand-daughter Josie. Josie and Niijii, our wolf-dog, inspired Andrew and myself to write these stories almost 10 years ago! Some of the stories, we did remember, however,...

Did you want to go to America?Pop: Sure. I didn't have a choice. My father said I had to go. So I went.Were you sad when you left your village?Pop: Maybe a little . . . well, maybe a lot.Ten-year-old Gim Lew Yep knows that he must leave his home in China...

Dreams always have a priceWill can see his future stretch out before him. It's as clear as the plains that lead to La Junta and the first-place winnings at the rodeo. He will become a man, a cowboy with a life of his own. But his twin brother, Denny,...

Meeka's parents were super wealthy and super cool so it should've been a blast visiting Meeka in her home, but Logan can't get passed all the secrets everyone seems to have. The manager, the teacher-and even Meeka; who won't stop lying. Logan's certain...

Skye has been a foster girl as long as she can remember, and although she yearns to know something about her birth parents, there is no information available that tells her anything about her biological family. But while on a trip to South Carolina for a...