Saturday, April 12, 2025

Sloth's Sleepy Adventure

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Sloth's Sleepy Adventure


"Sloth's Sleepy Adventures" is a delightful children's book that takes young readers on a journey through the night time antics of a grumpy sloth. With its charming storyline, lovable characters,and a touch of humour, "Sloth's Sleepy Adventures" is sure to captivate young readers and leave them with a smile on their faces.The book's positive messages about friendship and the need for rest make it an excellent addition to any child's bookshelf.


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Friday, April 11, 2025

Believing in the Secret

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Believing in the Secret


"Believing in the Secret" follows Kamau and his friend Jesse on a journey of self-discovery and determination. When their teacher introduces the concept of future careers, Kamau struggles to choose and believes he lacks the ability to make his dreams come true. However, a magical encounter with the dashing dream director changes everything. Kamau learns to believe in himself and his aspirations, despite doubts and setbacks. Through basketball, he discovers the power of perseverance and the importance of staying true to his dreams. This heartwarming tale reminds young readers that belief in oneself can make even the loftiest dreams a reality.








 


Good Morning Farm Animal Friends

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Good Morning Farm Animal Friends


Good Morning, Farm Animal Friends takes children on a journey through a lively farm as the sun rises and the animals awaken. As dawn breaks, the story begins with the energetic Red Rooster waking up and saying, "good morning" to the pink pig, initiating a chain of friendly exchanges. From Brown Cow to Black Horse, Gray Goat to White Sheep, and Orange Cat to Blue Bird, each animal greets the next with enthusiasm and asks how they are doing. The farm is filled with the sounds of their cheerful greetings, from oinks and moos to meows and chirps. The story ends with the arrival of Farmer John, who warmly greets each individual farm animal, ensuring everyone feels included and valued. Good Morning, Farm Animal Friends not only teaches young children about colors, different farm animals and the sounds they make but this story also emphasizes the importance of friendliness, good manners and respect. The story uses repetition to make it fun and easy for young children to follow along, stay engaged and actively participate in the reading of this simple book. 

With colorful illustrations and a heartwarming storyline, this book is sure to capture the imaginations of young children, inviting them to experience the excitement of a farm waking up to a new day.

Stay tuned for the release of the two upcoming companion books: Good Morning, Ocean Animal Friends and Good Morning, Zoo Animal Friend. We hope you enjoy the entire series.






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Thursday, April 10, 2025

SweetPea’s Chore Challenge: A Bugland Adventure

 

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Meet SweetPea, a curious little girl whose world blends fantasy and reality. With her loyal companion, a stuffed toy gnome named Gnomesitall, SweetPea embarks on magical adventures with the turn of each page of her storybooks. She is transported to incredible worlds where she faces fears, solves problems, and learns valuable life lessons.

In this adventure, SweetPea discovers that she’s not alone in having to do her chores before playing. What seems like a challenge at first turns out to be an important lesson about responsibility and growing up. Her enchanted adventures aren’t just an escape—they’re a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and a reminder of the power of storytelling in shaping who we are.

SweetPea’s Chore Challenge: A Bugland Adventure is a perfect bedtime read for little girls ages 4-8. This enchanting tale will have little ones falling in love with SweetPea and Gnomesitall!
Stay tuned for more adventures, including Book #2, where you’ll uncover the origins of Gnomesitall as he helps SweetPea find important answers.

I’d love to hear your thoughts—please leave a review! If you’d like to receive coloring pages for your little ones or have suggestions for a future adventure, feel free to reach out to me at: info@strokeofsunshine.org.



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CHIP and the Lost Red Backpack

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CHIP and the Lost Red Backpack:

A fun adventure in the depths of forest kindergarden await the young and courageous owl


Chip the courageous little owl, is excited for his first day at forest kindergarten. His teacher, ms. featherwise and new friends are very welcoming. Although Chip expects his first day at school to go just as planned, something unexpected happens, His backpack has gone missing!  Chip thinks he may have dropped it over the towering forest when flying to school. His new brave friends are eager to help him get it back , but in order too find backpack they will have to embark on an unforgettable adventure.

Will the courageous animals successfully find chips backpack and save the day, or will the backpack be lost forever ....join chip and his friends on there amazing adventure and find out





Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Cody's Epic Summer Adventure: Exploring The Great Outdoors Together

 

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Cody's Epic Summer Adventure:

Exploring The Great Outdoors Together


School’s out!

Join Cody, an energetic young boy, as he dives into summer vacation and spends time with his dad, who has many exciting adventures in store.

With his dad by his side, Cody is ready to explore and learn about the wonders of nature. They’ll hike through the green woods, learn how to catch fish, swim in the sparkling lake, and even understand how to navigate a compass!

Each day is a new quest, filled with fun activities and opportunities to adapt to their surroundings.

Summer with Cody’s dad is all about making memories and enjoying quality family time together.

Through each thrilling escapade, Cody learns valuable life lessons, deepening his connection with his dad and proving that the greatest adventures are the ones shared with loved ones.

From exchanging campfire stories and roasting marshmallows to camping under a blanket of stars, every moment is an opportunity to learn.

Together, they tackle the wilderness, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Follow Cody and his dad on their epic summer journey filled with heart, growth, and the spirit of adventure, and find out what unforgettable adventure awaits them next!





Upside Down Pete

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Being different can feel miserable to a child, but the enchanting new children's book, Upside-Down Pete by Duane King, shows kids that being unique can be something very, very special indeed. Pete does everything upside down and he's teased, mocked, and sometimes even admired. He rides his bike steering with his feet. He lies down with his feet on the pillow. But some things are out of reach for him. When he wants to speak with deaf people, he has trouble because he can't sign with his feet, and church people won't let him be in the choir because he looks too odd! Still, Pete doesn't mind being topsy-turvy. One day, a doctor comes to the house and cures Pete. Now right side up, Pete can do everything other people can-though his world now looks upside down to him! Charmingly written and warmly told, Upside-Down Pete has a gentle message about accepting and appreciating people, no matter their differences. It's okay to be different, the book suggests. When you meet someone who is disabled in some way, get to know that person and you will discover that differences can be appreciated and that it is what's inside that really matters. Upside-Down Pete also includes discussion questions at the end of the story for parents and children to mull over. A fun, sensitive, and entertaining read-aloud book, Upside-Down Pete is as inspiring as it is entertaining.





A Word from the Author:



"Upside Down Pete began as a bedtime story that I created back in the 1960s for our two children, Jonathan (JD) and Christine (Chris). They loved to hear it again and again, each time slightly different and with a few of their own ideas thrown in. It dawned on me that it is not only an interesting and fun story but that it is a marvelous teaching tool for children (and even adults!)."

"More specific answers to “Who would buy this book?” include parents who desire to teach their children social graces, teachers, grandparents and other relatives of children, social workers, and family members of handicapped or “different” children."

"The Upside Down Pete books might accompany other books, being sold as part of a set with other books about the deaf, or the handicapped, or with books about social interactions."

"The book has such potential as a teaching aid and as an encourager to “different” children that I believe it might be good to include a “Reader’s Guide” which would list many of the ideas I’ve expressed in this letter, as well as other ideas gleaned from you as the publisher, and/or from some of the special groups mentioned earlier. The teaching and encouraging potential is there and is evident to me, but perhaps should be pointed out to prospective buyers."

Thanks,

JD



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