Category: Story Books

‘Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house not a creature was stirring…except for one mouse. With Santa as a mouse, a sleigh pulled by beetles, and gifts of toys, crackers, and cheese, this adorable picture book puts a silly–and savory–twist on Clement Clark Moore’s Christmas poem, and is sure to become a family favorite. 

Written by Tracey Turner and Illustrated by Jenny Løvlie.

Are there two sides to every story? Penelope Giraffe and Gus Penguin are at home on two different sides of the same world. when something looks upside down to Penelope, it looks right-side up to Gus! As they explore their opposite points of view, will the twosome ever see eye-to-eye? This innovative picture book plays on perspective. Eye-catching (and often upside-down) illustrations encourage reader interaction.Or just plain not tired? The little sheep won’t sleep for all kinds of reasons, which will resonate with anyone who has—or ever was—a child! As the sheep tries to stay awake, she learns to calm her body and thoughts in this sweetly silly tale that subtly teaches self-soothing and mindfulness.

Written by Erin Rose Wage and Illustrated by Simona Ceccarelli.

Beneath the starry sky, everyone goes to sleep…except the sheep. Is she too excited? Too afraid? Or just plain not tired? The little sheep won’t sleep for all kinds of reasons, which will resonate with anyone who has—or ever was—a child! As the sheep tries to stay awake, she learns to calm her body and thoughts in this sweetly silly tale that subtly teaches self-soothing and mindfulness.Or just plain not tired? The little sheep won’t sleep for all kinds of reasons, which will resonate with anyone who has—or ever was—a child! As the sheep tries to stay awake, she learns to calm her body and thoughts in this sweetly silly tale that subtly teaches self-soothing and mindfulness.

Written by Susan Rich Brooke and Illustrated by Dean Gray.

Deep within the forest, the fiercest animals can growl…but not the owl. And if that’s not bad enough, he can’t howl or honk or roar or bark, either! As the owl tries to join the woodland chorus, he discovers his own special song in this charming and funny story of individuality and self-acceptance. Parents and children will enjoy sharing this comical, lyrical tale that encourages being “WHOOO” you are.

Written by Susan Rich Brooke and Illustrated by Elisa Patrissi.

Poodles in pumps! Huskies in high-tops! Spaniels in sandals! All over the city, best-dressed beasties and their besties are putting their best paws forward and stepping out in style. From shopping to sailing to splashing to skating, there’s a perfect shoe for everything they do! But what do our four-footed friends really like wearing? Find out in this tail-wagging tale filled with friendship, fashion…and fur.

Written by Susan Rich Brooke and amazing illustrations by Simona Ceccarelli, who also illustrated This Book is Upside Down.