Friendship Stories – Children’s Books & Illustrations

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Hello 2nd Grade Book for Kids: Back to School Story for Children Fun Classroom Adventures, Friendship and Kindness, Perfect First Day of Second Grade Read Aloud, Illustrated Story book

Samantha Louziandra

📚 Welcome to Second Grade – A Fun, Heartwarming Back-to-School Story for Kids Ages 6-8!Hello 2nd Grade Book for Kids is a delightful and beautifully illustrated back-to-school storybook that captures the excitement, nerves, and joy of starting a brand-new school year. Perfect for children entering second grade, this charming tale follows the first day of school through the eyes of a curious and brave young student who discovers that new classrooms, new teachers, and new friends can lead to unforgettable adventures.Whether it’s meeting new classmates, finding a seat in the busy classroom, or learning the rules of a new teacher, this second grade storybook for kids turns each moment int...

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Book About Being Humble For Kids: The Humble Hipppo | Learning About Humility, Bragging, Kindness, Emotions & Feelings: For Toddlers & Children | SEL Friendly | Values & Friendship

Autumn McKinley

The Humble Hippo Kids Books About Feelings SEL Books for KidsMeet Hugo the Hippo, a big-hearted friend who loves to win, show off, and brag… until he learns an important lesson: true happiness comes from humility, kindness, and friendship.The Humble Hippo is a gentle, heartwarming story that helps children understand emotions, values, and what it really means to be humble. Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers looking for kids books about feelings and books about being humble for kids, this story is both fun and meaningful for little readers.✨ Why kids (and adults) love this book:A relatable story that introduces humility in a simple, child-friendly wayEncourages conversations ab...

The Jolly Regina (The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters Book 1)

Kara LaReau

In the spirit of A Series of Unfortunate Events and the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series, The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters will captivate middle-grade readers looking for humor, hijinks, and a swashbuckling good time. Meet Jaundice and Kale Bland, two sisters who avoid excitement at any cost. Together, they patiently await the return of their parents, who left on an errand years ago and have never returned.One day, the Bland sisters are kidnapped by an all-female band of pirates. They’re unwillingly swept into a high-seas romp that might just lead to solving the mystery of what happened to their parents. With whimsical illustrations and Roald Dahl–esque wit, ...

The Days of Creation by Heart: Teaching Children How God Made the World (Bible by Heart)

James Moseley

Help your child discover the wonder of God’s Creation through playful rhymes, vibrant illustrations, and hands-on creativity.The first of seventeen books in the Bible by Heart series, The Days of Creation by Heart is an interactive activity book that brings God’s story of Creation to life for young readers.With joyful nursery rhymes, captivating illustrations, and seven dedicated activity pages, children are invited to draw how they imagine each day of Creation, helping them grasp and remember the biblical account from Genesis 1 and 2. The book also includes full Scripture passages and a theologically sound guide for parents and teachers.This creative experience not only builds biblical ...

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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 ...

Grumpy Monkey School Stinks!: A Graphic Novel (Grumpy Monkey Graphic Novels)

Suzanne Lang

An original graphic novel based on the #1 New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey picture books, perfect for children who are ready for longer storylines and hilarious dialogue. This time, Jim Panzee is going back to school. And he is NOT pleased.During a game of hide-and-seek, Jim Panzee causes a real stink. Literally. He walks right into Polecat’s log to hide and instead gets covered in Polecat’s smelly spray. His friends remind Jim that if he’d paid attention in class, he’d have learned to identify animals by their footprints. So it’s back to school for Jim!Guess what! School can be fun—once you get into the swing of it! But when Jim finds himself failing, his best friend, No...

I Am Kind with God: A Christian Book About Kindness, Empathy, and God’s Love for Kids Ages 4 - 8 (With God I am Books)

Adam Duke

Want to raise children who lead with kindness and grow in God’s love?Looking for a faith-filled story that makes teaching empathy easy — and joyful?I Am Kind with God is a heartwarming Christian picture book that helps children understand how small acts of kindness reflect God’s big love. Through gentle rhymes, relatable family moments, and vibrant illustrations that celebrate diversity, this story encourages children to show love, respect, and good manners in everyday life.This inclusive, multicultural book supports social emotional development by guiding young readers through real-life situations where sharing, helping, forgiving, and praying are powerful ways to shine God’s light....

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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 ...

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...

The Little Blue Monster: Children's Book About Friendship, Emotions and Feelings, Kids Ages 3 5

Emily Hartmann

Why is making friends so hard for monsters?The Little Blue Monster has no friends. He wants to share his hobbies and joys with someone who understands him. If he sees other monsters having fun, he feels lonely and sad.This sweet and charming story helps kids discover that friendship is worth the effort.*It is OK to feel lonely when you have no friends*Learn how to be kind and friendly to others*Helping your child develop social skills and empathy*Making friends and keeping them*Friendship can also be a lot of fun***** This book is adorable for preschoolers! Really heartwarming! - Cindy***** My 3yr old daughter loves this book. It teaches a lesson on how to make friends. - Stephanie***** Simp...

Mother's Love: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Animals, Kids Ages 1 to 5 (I Love You 9)

Emily Hartmann

Are you looking for a baby book for baby shower gift that will show your little one how much you love them? Then you’ll like Mother’s Love!This is a bedtime book for toddlers 1-3 that is full of colorful illustrations and sweet words. It’s a wonderful way to share your love with your baby or toddler through different seasons and times of the day. This is also a children’s animal book that features different flowers and their loving ways of saying “I love you” in every situation, from morning to night, from spring to winter, and more.Each page has a lovely verse that celebrates the bond between mother and child, and ends with a cozy message. It’s a delightful book for babies, to...

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Hello 2nd Grade Book for Kids: Back to School Story for Children Fun Classroom Adventures, Friendship and Kindness, Perfect First Day of Second Grade Read Aloud, Illustrated Story book

Book About Being Humble For Kids: The Humble Hipppo | Learning About Humility, Bragging, Kindness, Emotions & Feelings: For Toddlers & Children | SEL Friendly | Values & Friendship

The Jolly Regina (The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters Book 1)

The Days of Creation by Heart: Teaching Children How God Made the World (Bible by Heart)

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

Grumpy Monkey School Stinks!: A Graphic Novel (Grumpy Monkey Graphic Novels)

I Am Kind with God: A Christian Book About Kindness, Empathy, and God’s Love for Kids Ages 4 - 8 (With God I am Books)

Day the Books Disappeared, The

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)

The Little Blue Monster: Children's Book About Friendship, Emotions and Feelings, Kids Ages 3 5

Mother's Love: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Animals, Kids Ages 1 to 5 (I Love You 9)