What's a Pickle Before It's a Pickle?

Children are so curious about the world around them. They come up with so many exciting questions. What’s a Pickle Before It’s a Pickle? invites children to use prior knowledge and guess how some very familiar things come to be. Just what was that pickle before we buy them in a jar? When they turn the page, they can be surprised, or maybe be excited that they knew the answer. It is written in rhyme to make it fun and energetic, providing an opening for the children to read along by catching on to some of the rhyming words, perhaps even finishing some of the sentences!

What's a Dog Supposed to Do?

What’s a dog supposed to do when candy is left around and no one is watching? What would you do?

What’s a dog supposed to do when she doesn’t like the food she is given? What would you do?

These and other questions plague Percy, a yellow Labrador Retriever, as she adjusts to the world of her human family. She finds herself constantly getting into mischief over doing things that come naturally to a dog.

In her attempt to fit into this strange world of humans, Percy asks her readers what they would do if they were in her place.

What Kind of Dinosaur Is That?

Jacob is in the hospital.

The Bronchitis stepped up, handing Jacob a letter. “We are your friends and we hope you feel better.”

“Just do what they say and you’ll be good as new. And together with love, we will all see you through.”

What Is Family?

When Bubs wakes up all alone, she feels scared and unsure of what to do. What is Family? is a story of a young deer named Bubs who is searching for her family. Follow along on her adventure to discover the true meaning of family while meeting her friends along the way. In the end, Bubs finds more than she ever imagined.

What I Dream I Can Do

What happens when “I close my eyes and take a rest”, or when they meet the tender, encouraging eyes of another? The special possibility of ‘me’ is set free in What I Dream, I Can Do.

What I Dream I Can Do is a captivatingly illustrated ‘time in’ for children and adults alike, and a kind reminder of our uniqueness and value as beings.

Children are experts at ‘being’ and when we’re in their company, it doesn’t take long to catch the energy of their joy in doing just that! Their curiosity and appreciation for everything they can see, hear, taste, touch and feel, is palpable. This affirming picture book enters a child’s world of bottomless wonder where big feelings are distilled into small words, and where the lilt of rhyme gives rise to shared delight and dreams.

What Do Our Dogs Do While I Am At School?

One typical morning as we were dashing about getting ready for breakfast, watching for the school bus, and grabbing lunches, 7-year-old Frankie asked that very pertinent question to us while pointing at our two Golden retrievers. “Hey, Mom, what do you think Bailey and Kayla do all day when they are home alone?” I immediately responded without skipping a beat, “Oh they relax and sleep on their pillows all day, I'm sure.”

Not true.

Whether you live in a rural town like us where everyone has a least three dogs or in a city where you may have one dog or a couple of smaller ones in your family, the question is there.

“What do the dogs do all day while I am at school?”

This is the whimsical story of what perhaps happens while our families are at work and school and our beloved dogs are home alone all day.

Their antics may surprise you, and will certainly make you laugh, as you come to the realization that our four-legged family members are very similar to us! And while we are thinking they are sleeping soundly waiting for that front door to open at the end of the day, they are most likely exhausted from all of the fun and excitement from their adventure-packed day.

Westieti Visits the Queen

Westieti, a spirited West Highland Terrier, embarks on an exciting adventure with his best friend, Suzie. His greatest wish? To receive a special invitation to visit the Queen of England. While standing in front of Buckingham Palace, something unexpected happens, and Westieti performs a heroic act that captures everyone’s attention. A newspaper reporter captures the moment, and the next morning, Westieti’s brave deed makes front-page news.

Now, the Queen herself is on a mission to find Westieti and Suzie, eager to invite them for breakfast at Buckingham Palace. But will she locate them before they leave for Canada? The Queen has a special gift for Westieti and a royal mission in mind just for him.

We'll Always Rock You Little Love

Embark on a heartwarming journey with Little Love, as each page turns to reveal the simple pleasures of a day filled with parental affection. This tale highlights the significance of savoring fleeting moments and infusing them with warmth and compassion. As Little Love navigates the rhythms of daily life, parents will discover that these precious instances are not only crucial for their child but equally enriching for themselves. It’s a gentle reminder to make every minute with your child count, finding joy and connection in the everyday.

We Appreciate You, Mr. Jimmy

For a quarter of a century, Mr. Jimmy has devoted his heart and soul to nurturing students from every walk of life. With unwavering dedication, he’s inspired, supported, and molded their futures. Now, in a heartwarming reunion, his cherished students unite to express their gratitude in a celebration that spans generations. And they all mean every word of their heartfelt ‘thank you.’

Ways I Love You

Ways I Love You explores the all-encompassing love a parent and other caregivers feel for a child. That love can feel as natural as a puppy eager for a bone, as thrilling as a fisherman’s biggest catch, as complete as a baseball caught snugly in a catcher’s mitt, and as inspiring as a caterpillar admiring a butterfly’s wings.

Children expand our hearts and teach us how to love, and indeed, to appreciate love more fully.

This book is a tribute to that love and the children who inspire it.

Wallacrocogrizzlephant

Joey looks and feels very different from the other members of his wallaby family. At times, his oversized ears and sharp claws make him feel like he doesn't belong. One day these same features help Joey save the day...

Vivian Porcupine

Do you ever wish you had brown hair instead of blond, blue eyes instead of green, or were shorter instead of taller?

Vivian thought she wanted to change something about herself, so she gave her quills to all of her friends. They were all very creative when they put them to use. Some used them for a favorite hobby, some were used in sports, some for cleaning and gardening and others used them for their favorite pastime.

It made Vivian happy that her friends could use the quills, but she also had to make herself feel happy. She changed back to the Vivian that she loved and was most comfortable. She even looked like a porcupine again!