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Kids! Whenever you feel sad or blue, just reach into your memory where the Happies live! Everyone has Happies. It might be a flower, or a bird, or it might be a sandcastle that you built on a beach. Maybe it’s a gold sticker you received for doing something special. Happies are always there when you need them.Ten Little Happies teaches little ones to focus on happy thoughts to help relieve anxiety or fear.Kids Can't Sleep? Thinking happy thoughts before sleep will help children to become less fearful.How Many Happies Can You Count? Children love to make a game of counting their Happies. Encourage...

From the bestselling author of The Red Sweater comes another tale for kids 2 to 6. Jane has some ideas about how to dress and what to wear and that means JEANS! So, when  her mother suggests she wear a frilly dress to visit her Grandma, Jane must think quick. You can’t climb a tree in a dress, or ride a skateboard in a dress, she pleads. Mom gently reminds Jane that she is loved, no matter what she wears. She is much more than her clothes. Jane’s scruffy little dog has his own idea of what to do with...

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Heartwarming Stories: A Must-Have Book for Kids Ages 2 to 6 As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with loved ones, reflect on our blessings, and, of course, share the joy of reading with our little ones. This year, set the perfect mood for family gatherings with a delightful book that embodies the warmth of family life and the spirit of gratitude. We proudly present "Sunday" by Janice Garden Macdonald, available on Amazon through BackPackBooks.ca. Discover the Joy of Family with "Sunday" In "Sunday," a charming tale unfolds...

When a little boy doesn't get the birthday present he wished for, he learns a valuable lesson about charity and generosity.Mom orders a red sweater online and when it arrives it's not exactly what they expected. When Mom suggests they donate it to the local charity shop, the idea is met with some resistance. After all, the sweater was "special" and what if someone who isn't so nice gets it?Teach kids about generosity, charity and giving.A surprise, happy ending will keep kids both entertained and smiling with a gentle reminder that good things come to those who give to others.Makes a...