Winner Children's Picture Book: Softcover Nonfiction 2021 Best Book Awards
A giraffe is a safe guardian, an elephant a playmate, and bears become trusted friends on the pages of I am Mallorie. Delightful story book animals created with greenscreen photography illustrate the feelings and life of Mallorie, a happy and brave little girl that has been diagnosed with selective mutism, an uncommon anxiety disorder that affects her ability to speak in some social situations. Her symptoms were undetected until she was about three years old. She was a talkative toddler at home but completely silent in public. The concerns became more noticeable as she prepared to enter preschool. Medical professionals, a school speech and language pathologist, and her parents worked together to find alternative ways for Mallorie to communicate without using her words until she is ready to share them. This is her story. Read about Mallorie’s unique world where she conquers fears and accept herself as wonderfully made.
Join us as we journey with a boy named Damarius and read how he found his voice and overcame a speech disorder. Damarius was diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech which is a disorder that makes it hard to speak. You will read how he and his family put in the time and work to help him learn to say sounds and words correctly. During this journey you will see the obstacles Damarius faced including his emotions, socializing with others, gaining confidence, his school work and more.
We hope to encourage families to seek help as they realize their child may not be meeting certain speech milestones or when they notice major errors in their Child's speech. There are many different speech disorders and they require different kinds and amounts of help.
Not all speech disorders are curable. But with therapy through private and public programs, children can be helped to find their voices. At the end of this book you will find different resources that may be able to help with your child and your situation.
For the Love of Buddy is a whimsical and heartfelt, true tale that highlights the journey of a girl and her cat, from the east coast to the west coast and from asthma to diabetes. For the Love of Buddy will serve as a touching, and frequently humorous reminder of how our pets experience the same medical ailments that we as humans face over the course of our lifetimes. It is a poignant story of love and remembrance, even when confronted with the inevitable pain of loss. For the Love of Buddy will bring a smile to your face and a tear to your eye, and will be embraced by children and readers of all ages, as you recount and celebrate memories from your lifelong journeys with members of your own furry families.
Mommy Goes to Work eases the transition back to work after maternity leave and makes mom's work day fun and relatable to children. Page by page, in bright, imaginative illustrations, children discover all the connections between mom's day and their own.
“Mommy works on her project. I work on my puzzle.” “Mommy builds her team. I build my blocks.” “Mommy does her presentation. I do my show-and-tell.”
This playful book sparks kids’ imaginations and ambitions, calms separation anxiety, eases mommy guilt, and is a great gift to delight a working mother. Featured in Kickstarter's "Projects We Love" and written and illustrated by two working moms.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Nonfiction 2021 Best Book Awards
Worshipped by millions of Hindus worldwide, Shiva (“the auspicious one”) is the god of love, righteousness, forgiveness, longevity, protection, health, and prosperity. He is said to bring good fortune, grace, and compassion. Shiva is depicted as clothed in ashes, with the crescent moon crowning his head, the holy river Ganges flowing from his matted hair, a third eye on his forehead, a serpent around his neck, and a tiger skin around his waist. As Nataraja, or “Lord of the Dance”, he controls the forces of creation, preservation, and destruction. Award-winning author, Demi, presents the life and teaching of this central god within the Hindu pantheon, replete with stunning illustrations that faithfully reflect the ancient traditions of Hindu painting and iconography. Also included is an appendix of Hindu prayers to the god Shiva and notes on his representation as “Lord of the Dance”.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Nonfiction 2021 Best Book Awards
The Power of Positivity: The ABCs of a Pandemic is a fantastic picture book that uses the alphabet to connect each letter with a positive word to shed light on the many amazing acts of kindness, love and unity that has come from this challenging time.
This picture book teaches children about the alphabet, broadens their vocabulary and teaches them about the power of positive thinking. It also introduces some family fun by having children look for Orbit, the mascot, hidden on every page of the book!
Most importantly, the book instills the value of kindness, generosity and love, encouraging its readers to make a positive impact on the world in their own little ways.
The Power of Positivity: The ABCs of a Pandemic excellent companion books are also available, including an activity book and a coloring book.
Finalist Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Nonfiction 2021 Best Book Awards
"Who Cares?" is part of the Chan is a Caregiver collection. This children's book inspires compassion and generosity in a simple and imaginative manner for the youngest of girls and boys. Brimming with colorful illustrations, the book gently introduces children to the disease of ALS and gives specific attention to the role played by caregivers. In an age appropriate manner, children will be taught about the crucial role friends and caregivers play.
Lou Gehrig's disease affects people of all ages, races, and backgrounds. This disease is serious, and being there for those diagnosed with ALS is critical. Introducing children to this sort of thing can be difficult, but with the help of "Who Cares?" you can teach your children about this sensitive issue and inspire them to play a pivotal role in its solution.
