Beau Needs a Job

Beau the beagle is always getting into trouble! With so much energy, he cannot keep still. His mama and papa cannot keep up with his naughtiness and think he needs a job to keep him busy, but who is going to hire a dog? His sister Gracie is an angel who is always on her best behavior. Will Gracie’s manners rub off on Beau? Read along to find out what sort of mischief Beau gets himself into and if he can find employment. Or has he had a job the whole time that he and his family were not aware of?

Snugglebuggle the Bear

Enter the world of the wonderfully cozy Snugglebuggle the Bear! While he is indeed a bear, he is also sweet and sensitive.

In a world of understandable challenges of perception, he simply seeks Snugglebuggles as he will not be able to hibernate without them.

Join Snugglebuggle the Bear in his search of Snugglebuggles and a memorable path to sleep.

The Adventures of Lucky and Bud: The Olympics

Join Lucky and Bud, two gifted young squirrel athletes, as they pursue their dream of participating in the Squirrel Olympics. Coached by Lucky’s grandpa, himself a former Olympic champion, they train every day before and after school for nearly a year to qualify for the big games, realizing that only by hard work and unwavering dedication to their goal will they succeed. They also know that there are no shortcuts to success, something they come to learn may not necessarily be shared by all their competitors. In fact, over time, they begin to wonder if some of the athletes are benefitting from an unfair advantage. So, drawing on their crime-solving skills practiced in The Adventures of Lucky and Bud: The Pursuit, the boys decide to investigate while continuing to prepare for and then participate in the Olympic games. What will they find? Are there cheaters in the Olympics? And in the end, can they stay focused to overcome these challenges and become Olympic champions?

Possibility Pig and the Roller Skates

Possibility’s birthday gift was a pair of skates

And he put them on with uncontrollable haste

But do you think pigs can skate like you and me?

Who knows? You will just have to wait and see

He skated into the bathroom and down the hall

Past the kitchen and into a wall

So his mom sent him outside to roller skate

Where he would find nothing to break

But was she right or was she wrong?

You can find out if you follow along

The Toad and His Warts

In this endearing Clarke Fable, a young toad finds great delight in counting his glorious warts, but runs into trouble when he tries to count all of them. He remains persistent in his goal, never giving up, and finally finds a solution to his problem. Be sure to look for the beautiful dragonfly as it flits throughout the pages! This book has a repeating chorus that will be helpful to young children who are early readers.

My Friend, Thomas Carl

Thomas Carl was a cat waiting in an animal shelter for a new friend.

I had moved to a new city and was lonely and afraid. I was looking for a new friend as well.

This charming and entertaining tail tells how Thomas Carl and I became best friends, and how Thomas Carl helped me say goodbye to that loneliness and fear. It proves that friendship and acceptance can come from anywhere…

…even a cat!

This story will inspire young readers to think more about the importance of friendship and giving everyone a chance. It also reminds us that, no matter our size, we can all have a positive impact on others.  

Baby Birds Love the Blues

Did you see that flock that flew by?

Baby shorebirds saw a mysterious flock of birds one morning. The flock was louder, faster, better at formations and skimming along the water than they were. Who was that flock, and will the babies’ obsession interfere with learning the skills they need to survive?

When the truth is revealed, the mother birds are relieved, and the babies proudly practice their skills with confidence and restored self-esteem.

Willey and Shelley’s Adventure Downunder

This is the second book in a three-part series where Willey and Shelley embark on an extraordinary adventure in the magical land of Australia. While many of us have seen movies or documentaries about this fascinating country, this story offers a fresh perspective.

When Willey transforms into a koala bear and Shelley becomes a kangaroo, they experience the breathtaking countryside and its unique wildlife from an entirely new viewpoint. Through their journey, they learn the importance of understanding others, helping those in need, and looking out for one another.

This story invites you and your children to explore Australia’s vibrant landscapes and encounter its remarkable animals in a fun and imaginative way. Hopefully, it will inspire you to embrace new friendships and see life through the eyes of others.

I hope you enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it. Stay curious and forever young.

Shugart: The Candy-Eating Dragon

Too much candy

Won’t be fun,

And the holiday season

Has just begun.

‘What to do with the excess?’

Grown-ups might ask.

This book has the answer:

(hint): A dragon’s up to the task!

“‘Twas the night before Halloween and all through the house,

a creature was stirring, but it wasn’t a mouse…”

The Wild Imaginings of Telma: Book 1

On the day the little elephant was born, the sun shone brightly, and birds sang in the trees. She was born on an elephant reserve, where many other elephants lived and were cared for by staff and volunteers from all over the world.

For a time, she stayed close to her mother, looking, listening, and taking in the world for the first time. Her mother, Uzuri, whose name means ‘beauty’ in Swahili, gently nudged her baby, encouraging her to stand. She tried but was unable.

She tipped over because she was born missing the lower half of her right leg and was small even for a newborn elephant. The staff at the reserve grew concerned and stepped in to help care for her. She did not have a name yet.

As the days passed, she was determined to survive. She ate as if she wanted to grow big and strong, always finishing her milk and searching for more. No matter how many times she fell, she never gave up trying to stand.

One day, a staff member at the reserve looked at her and said, ‘I will name you Telma.’ In Greek, Telma means ‘the will to overcome any obstacle,’ a name she would live up to. She was learning to walk, but she dreamed of running.

Mackenzie's Deer Trouble!

Where are displaced animals supposed to live? Because their natural habitats are disappearing, they are sharing our yards and parks more every day.

For the last several years, we have encountered wild animals in our yard on almost a daily basis. That made it necessary to learn how to interact with these animals. We have had individual deer, does with fawns, and little groups of five or six deer in our yard looking for food and water. They come all year long, no matter the season.

The deer are adorable, look harmless, and do not seem to fear humans. You can take photographs of them and enjoy watching their little ones at play. They seem to tolerate our presence if we do not get too close to them or try to touch them.

But, for the safety of our children, they need to understand the difference between a wild animal and a pet.

The Squirrel and the Acorns

In this heartening Clarke Fable, your child will learn that courage reaps rewards. One little baby squirrel remains in the nest. As the story unfolds, the young squirrel must learn to overcome his fear of leaving the safety of his snug home. Will he have the courage? What might be his reward? Find out as you read this sweet tale. Be sure to look for the blue jay that appears on each page.