Helen Lester's literary contributions are centered on the creation of quality children's literature, a passion ignited by her experiences as a mother and a former elementary school teacher. She recognized the profound impact of engaging stories on young minds, driving her to pursue writing despite early rejections. Now a full-time author, Lester crafts narratives that resonate with children, highlighting the importance of thoughtfully written books for their development and imagination.
Boris, a little badger, struggles with sleeplessness despite his parents' efforts to help him settle down for the night. His worries keep him awake, leading to a humorous and relatable bedtime adventure. The story captures the challenges of bedtime routines and the imaginative thoughts that can keep children from sleeping.
Everybody has a birdday and everybody needs a birdday book!
The story features Wodney, a timid rodent-hero with a speech impediment, who faces off against the intimidating bully Camilla Capybara. With the help of a special robot designed to improve his speech, Wodney gains confidence and devises a plan to confront Camilla, aiming to put an end to her bullying once and for all. This charming tale highlights themes of courage, friendship, and the power of technology in overcoming challenges.
Laughter serves as a remedy for various childhood challenges, from listening difficulties to teamwork struggles. This collection offers eight engaging stories designed to entertain while imparting valuable life lessons. Each tale is crafted for quick, five-minute read-aloud sessions, making it ideal for parents seeking enjoyable and educational content for their children.
Ever since Angus was a wee baby monster living below the surface of Loch Ness, his parents tried to teach him to be a proper monster. But as Angus grows bigger, he gets sloppy. And as Angus's rubbish heap grows, a surprising Loch Ness sighting of his own awaits on the surface of the lake . . .
Fluffy the porcupine struggles with his name and seeks to become fluffier by pretending to be a cloud and even a pillow, much to his mother's dismay. His journey of self-discovery takes a turn when he befriends a rhinoceros named Hippo, helping him gain perspective on his identity. This charming story emphasizes self-acceptance and features adorable illustrations, making it a delightful addition to a hardcover series focused on life lessons. The book also includes downloadable audio for an enhanced reading experience.
Pinkerton Pig's relentless desire to be first leads him into humorous situations, culminating in a surprising encounter with a mischievous Sandwitch during a Pig Scouts hike. His pushy behavior backfires when he finds himself tasked with caring for her warty nose instead of enjoying his usual antics. This delightful story teaches young readers about the pitfalls of selfishness while providing plenty of laughs. The book is part of an engaging hardcover series that imparts valuable life lessons and includes downloadable audio for added enjoyment.
Poor Rodney Rat can't pronounce his R's and the other rodents tease him mercilessly. But when Camilla Capybara joins Rodney's class and announces that she is bigger, meaner, and smarter than any of the other rodents, everyone is afraid. It seems she really is bigger, meaner, and smarter than all of the rest of them. Until our unwitting hero, Wodney Wat, catches Camilla out in a game of Simon Says. Read along with Wodney as he surprises himself and his classmates by single-handedly saving the whole class from the big bad bully. Children will delight as shy Rodney Rat triumphs over all and his tiny voice decides the day, R's or no R's.
The story centers around Tacky the penguin and his quirky team as they prepare for the Winter Games. Amidst their rigorous training, Tacky’s unconventional antics bring both humor and chaos to their competitions, including bobsledless racing and ski jumping. While the team aims for victory, Tacky’s exuberance highlights the joy of sportsmanship. Readers are invited to cheer for Team Nice Icy Land as they navigate the challenges of the games, showcasing the fun and spirit of athletic endeavors.
The story revolves around a character named Fragility, who, despite her tough appearance, is deeply sensitive and easily hurt by even the kindest words. Her friends distance themselves to avoid her emotional outbursts, while Rudy, a bully, challenges her perception of compliments. The narrative explores themes of self-esteem and resilience, questioning whether Fragility can overcome her fears and learn to accept kindness. The book also includes bonus audio content to enhance the reading experience.