Bree Galbraith writes children's books that she wished she had for her own children. Her work focuses on young heroines who dismantle power structures and create change. Galbraith crafts strong characters fed-up with the status quo, using their power and ingenuity to ignite transformation. Her stories, described as having a contemporary fairytale vibe, employ metaphor to provide space for parents and educators to discuss various ideas sparked in their children or students.
A young girl confronts the harmful actions of the stone-dwelling citizens, who have long been tolerated by her sand-dwelling community. Her courageous challenge highlights themes of resilience and the struggle against ingrained societal norms, as she seeks to inspire change and foster a sense of responsibility among her people.
The second title in the series about everyone’s favorite young entrepreneur, Wednesday Wilson! Sometimes the best business ideas pop up when you least expect them. Or that’s what happens to Wednesday Wilson, anyway, the morning her brother, Mister, locks himself in the bathroom because he’s nervous about a school presentation. When classmate Emmet convinces Mister that a worry stone will calm his nerves, Wednesday offers her marble — with the promise that a Worry Marble will fix all his problems! But then Wednesday starts thinking about how many things kids get nervous about. And, hmm. She has a whole collection of marbles. Has Wednesday hit entrepreneurial gold? Or maybe her brilliant new idea doesn’t make cents.
Meet the unbeatable hero of a fresh new early chapter book series — Wednesday Wilson! The most important thing to know about Wednesday Wilson is that she’s an entrepreneur. Well, she almost is. She and her best friend, Charlie, are hard at work thinking up business ideas to make it big. Only now there’s been an incident with the Emmas (whose last initials happen to spell M.E.A.N.) involving a bearded dragon named Morten and a piece of kale . . . it’s a long story. But maybe this is just the opportunity Wednesday and her friends needed. Maybe they’ll invent something brilliant that will save the day and make them millionaires. Or . . . not? It’ll take more than one incident with the Emmas to keep this girl down. Wednesday Wilson is bound for success!
A courageous girl uses her powerful words to dismantle a metaphorical wall that separates people, showcasing the strength of communication and understanding. Through her journey, she inspires others to confront divisions and embrace unity, highlighting themes of bravery, the impact of language, and the importance of connection in overcoming barriers. The story emphasizes the transformative power of dialogue and the potential for change when individuals stand up for what is right.