Adventure Stories – Children’s Books & Illustrations

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Wings of the Lily Pond: A Comforting Children's Book About Loss, Hope, and Healing

Nicole Pasquariello

Wings of the Lily Pond is a tender and uplifting picture book that gently explores themes of love, loss, transformation, and hope.Beneath the still waters of a quiet pond, little Bella and her mama, Krystal, share a beautiful bond—curled up together in a cozy underwater hollow filled with dreams. But as Bella begins to wonder about the world above the lily pads, their story unfolds into a magical journey of discovery, bravery, and transformation.This poetic tale follows their hand-in-hand ascent from the water to the sky, where they emerge as shimmering dragonflies, finding peace in their new wings and reminding us all that love never fades—it only transforms.🌿 A meaningful story for ...

Little Imagineer: Into the Animal Kingdom - A Creativity-Sparking Book of Wild Tales for Young Minds

Mindnastic

🚀 Unleash Your Child’s Imagination with Little Imagineer: Into the Animal Kingdom!What if a squirrel swapped homes with a bear, a tiny lizard grew dinosaur-sized, or a gorilla showed up for show-and-tell?This enchanting children’s picture book is packed with 18 whimsical animal adventures that spark curiosity, creativity, and joyful storytelling for kids ages 4–8.Inside you’ll find:18 Stand-Alone Animal Tales — Perfect for bedtime, story time, classrooms, or rainy-day fun.A “Main Question” in Every Story — An open-ended question at the heart of each tale, inviting children to imagine, invent, and create their own unique endings."More to Imagine" Prompts — Follow-up quest...

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Day the Books Disappeared, The

Joanna Ho

Caldecott Medalist and National Book Award winner Dan Santat partners with Joanna Ho, author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, and Caroline Kusin Pritchard to explore themes of acceptance and understanding in this cozy story that celebrates the mind-broadening power of books.Arnold didn't mean for the books to disappear—not exactly. It all started because his liked his book about airplanes best and wanted everyone else to read it, too. He couldn't understand why anybody would want to read about tomatoes or ostriches or submarines. And suddenly. . . POOF! The books are gone. It's up to Arnold to figure out how it all happened—and what it will take to bring them back.Themes of empathy and ...

I Love You, Little One

Emily Hartmann

Do you want to share the joy of Christmas with your little one with a charming baby book? Then you’ll love I Love, Little One!This delightful baby book is the ideal gift for any occasion, whether it’s Christmas, a baby shower, birthday, or just because. This children’s animal book is full of festive illustrations and rhyming words that will make you and your child laugh. It’s a wonderful way to express your love with your baby or toddler through different Christmas scenes and activities.This children’s picture book features different animals and their cozy ways of saying “I love you” in every situation. Each page has a rhyming verse that celebrates the spirit of Christmas and t...

Stay Calm: Children’s Book about Anger, Emotions and Big Feelings for Kids, Preschool and Kindergarten, Ages 2-6 (Big Feelings Monsters 1)

Emily Hartmann

Big feelings? Big roars? Bobo’s about to blow — unless YOU can help him stay calm!Meet Bobo — he's big, he's fluffy, and sometimes... he's a little TOO much!One minute he’s building the tallest tower, and the next — CRASH! His feelings explode.Snack time? MELTDOWN.Game time? WIGGLES everywhere!But with a little help (and a lot of deep breaths), Bobo learns he can stay calm — even when things don't go his way.Stay Calm is a laugh-out-loud, tap-the-book, monster picture book for children that helps kids:Handle big feelings like anger and frustrationLearn easy calming tricksFeel proud of taking charge of their emotionsBuild confidence, patience, and self-controlIf you're looking for...

The Angry Superhero: A Story About Managing Anger, BIG Emotions and Feelings (The Feel Force Series Book 1)

Emily Hartmann

What happens when a superhero's powers come from ANGER?Meet Sparky—just your average kid... except when big feelings hit, his fiery superpowers ignite! Excitement makes him flicker. Embarrassment makes him smoke. But ANGER? That’s when the real explosions happen.When Sparky’s cape gets ruined on Superhero Costume Day, his temper flares out of control. But with the help of his calm and clever teacher, Miss Bright, Sparky learns how to manage his fire—not by hiding it, but by learning how to use it for GOOD.This action-packed and heartwarming comic-style story helps kids understand that feeling angry doesn’t make you bad—and there are powerful ways to cool down and reconnect.✨ It...

Drowsy Animals: Bedtime Stories for Kids, Nursery Rhymes

Emily Hartmann

Struggling to get your little one to settle down at bedtime? Drowsy Animals is here to help!When kids are full of energy at the end of the day, bedtime can be a challenge. Drowsy Animals takes your child on a calming journey with sleepy animals getting ready for bed, making it the perfect way to help them relax and drift off to sleep.This book:Features beautiful illustrations and a soothing, rhyming storyHelps children unwind by following along as animals prepare for bedEncourages imagination and calm, with gentle animal bedtime routinesPerfect for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 1-3 and 3-5, with simple, relaxing languageIncludes a fun activity to keep kids engaged after the story“This bo...

Stretch like a Tiger: Bedtime Story For Children, Nursery Rhymes For Babies and Toddlers (Animal Bedtime Book 2)

Emily Hartmann

Looking for a cozy bedtime book that helps your little one wind down?Stretch Like a Tiger is a gentle, rhyming story that takes kids on a calm and playful journey through the nighttime jungle. Along the way, they'll meet friendly animals—like elephants, tigers, sloths, and monkeys—who each share a simple way to stretch, breathe, and relax before bed.With soothing words, fun animal facts, and easy movement prompts on every page, this interactive bedtime book helps toddlers and preschoolers settle down with a smile and feel ready for sleep.This sweet goodnight book helps little ones:✔ Try easy relaxation moves inspired by jungle animals✔ Enjoy a fun and calming bedtime routine✔ Learn...

Pablito: The Journey of an English Learner

Antonio Lopez Jr.

Pablito: The Journey of an English Learner tells the moving story of a nine-year-old boy who moves to the United States so his family can finally be together. Facing a new language, unfamiliar schools, and the pain of being separated from his mother, Pablito must find the courage to learn English and navigate a world that often overlooks kids like him. With the love of his family and help from unexpected friends, he discovers how to find his voice. Told through Pablito’s honest perspective and a heartfelt chapter from his mother, this short story celebrates resilience, hope, and the power of believing in yourself. This touching tale offers a window into the immigrant experience and celebra...

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Adventures on Grace Abound Homestead: Duke and the Runaway Twins: A Real-Life Animal Tale

Crystal Harper Williamson

Meet Duke — a determined little French Bulldog with a big job.When Mom leaves town, Duke is left in charge of the homestead. Sounds easy, right? Wrong. The twin troublemakers, Stetson and Falcon, have other plans… and chaos follows fast. From chasing runaway chickens to holding the line when things fall apart, Duke has to find his courage and learn what it really means to lead — even when no one’s listening.Adventures on Grace Abound Homestead: Duke and the Runaway Twins is the first book in a heartwarming series based on real animals, real mischief, and real love. With humor, loyalty, and a lot of barking, this story reminds young readers that even the smallest voices can make the b...

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Adventures on Grace Abound Homestead: Kobe and the Ghost Chicken: A Real-Life Animal Tale

Crystal Harper Williamson

What do you get when you mix a curious French Bulldog, a mysterious ghost chicken, and a whole lot of farmyard mischief? An unforgettable adventure on Grace Abound Homestead!Meet Kobe—a spunky, merle French Bulldog who’s always sniffing out the next mystery. When a fluffy Silkie chicken starts sneaking around the homestead… and things start going tap… tap… tap in the night, Kobe knows something spooky is afoot.With help from her sidekicks Duke and Falcon, Kobe suits up as a superhero and sets out to uncover the truth. Is the ghost chicken real? Or is it just one of the animals playing tricks?Filled with heart, humor, and a little Halloween magic, Kobe and the Ghost Chicken is a bea...

Zero Zebras: A Counting Book about What’s Not There

Julien Chung

Zero Zebras asks a bold question: can you count what isn’t there? Can you count… to zero? Bruce Goldstone takes us on a wild animal safari counting one wallaby, two tuna, three thrushes, four frogs… but absolutely ZERO zebras. Readers will realize the infinite possibilities of counting what is and isn’t on the page. Goldstone's imaginative and creative text is brought to life by Chung's vibrant illustrations which include hidden numbers beautifully integrated into each stunning scene for fun some hide-and-seek. This is the perfect introduction to the concept of zero and infinity, showcasing the profound wonder of numbers in a playful, dazzling picture book that will wow readers of ev...

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Wings of the Lily Pond: A Comforting Children's Book About Loss, Hope, and Healing

Little Imagineer: Into the Animal Kingdom - A Creativity-Sparking Book of Wild Tales for Young Minds

Day the Books Disappeared, The

I Love You, Little One

Stay Calm: Children’s Book about Anger, Emotions and Big Feelings for Kids, Preschool and Kindergarten, Ages 2-6 (Big Feelings Monsters 1)

The Angry Superhero: A Story About Managing Anger, BIG Emotions and Feelings (The Feel Force Series Book 1)

Drowsy Animals: Bedtime Stories for Kids, Nursery Rhymes

Stretch like a Tiger: Bedtime Story For Children, Nursery Rhymes For Babies and Toddlers (Animal Bedtime Book 2)

Pablito: The Journey of an English Learner

Adventures on Grace Abound Homestead: Duke and the Runaway Twins: A Real-Life Animal Tale

Adventures on Grace Abound Homestead: Kobe and the Ghost Chicken: A Real-Life Animal Tale

Zero Zebras: A Counting Book about What’s Not There