Happy Reads
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Heartwarming picture books that children ask to hear again and again.
From laughter and friendship to kindness and imagination, these award-winning stories are perfect for reading at home, in classrooms, and at storytime.
The Red Sweater BESTSELLER
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?
Ten Little Happies BESTSELLER
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 and is a great bedtime soother.
Can't Wait for Sunday!
Sunday is the best day of the week! Follow a little boy as he counts down the days until Sunday when he can spend the whole day with his family.
A joyful look at busy life and the simple pleasures of family time. A feel-good book for kids 2 to 6 years.
You are More Than What you Wear!
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. Jane’s scruffy little dog has his own idea of what to do with a pair of jeans and provides a surprise happy ending.
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Every curious child has a question — or ten!
In this gentle, beautifully illustrated story, a little boy’s big imagination turns everyday wonders into delightful discoveries. From fishbowls to fireflies, each page celebrates curiosity, courage, and the joy of asking why.
A perfect bedtime or classroom read, Ten Little Questions reminds children (and grown-ups too) that wondering is how we learn — and that every question truly matters.
DONKEY OTIS has a question
Donkey Otis has heard of snowmen—but he’s never seen one in the desert. When a mysterious picture appears, he sets off on a curious adventure to find the truth. Along the way,
Otis asks funny questions, meets unexpected friends, and discovers that imagination can turn even the driest landscape into something magical. With gentle humor and a playful rhythm, Are Snowmen Real? is a warm, read-aloud story that celebrates curiosity, wonder, and the joy of believing.
Dog's Best Friend! The Beloved Bestseller!
When a scruffy dog is followed home by a tiny Christmas tree, he nurtures and loves it, only to discover that it can’t stay with him forever.
I Heard Christmas Whisper is a sweet reminder that while December 26 might feel sad, next year Christmas will return.
Kids love the adorable pup who feels blue when Christmas is over but cheers up when he learns how to hold the season in his heart all year long.
Beautifully illustrated, this Christmas tale is sure to become a favorite.
NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS!
From the author of the bestseller Ten Little Happies comes another feel-good book about memories and happy thoughts. Helping little ones to self-soothe, this book is a must for reluctant sleepers or kids with separation anxiety.
If the holidays are stressful for your little one, try Ten Little Christmas Happies!