Once upon a time in the whimsical town of Sweetville, Halloween was just around the corner, and the Cookie Adventure Playground was getting ready for its most exciting event of the year: the Spooktacular Cookie Bash! As the leaves turned vibrant shades of orange and gold, the playground transformed into a magical realm of cookie-themed Halloween fun. Giant gingerbread men decorated the entrance, and the sweet scent of sugar cookies wafted through the air, inviting everyone in for a day of adventure. **The Cookie Maze** Families began their journey through the Cookie Maze, where paths were lined with candy corn and gummy worms. Inside, little goblins and ghouls searched for hidden treats and spooky surprises. The maze twisted and turned, revealing towering cookie ghosts and delightful chocolate chip witches that offered sweet hints and rewards. **Cookie Decorating Station** Next, everyone gathered at the Cookie Decorating Station, where kids donned chef hats and aprons. With an array of colourful icing, sprinkles, and edible glitter, they transformed plain cookies into spooky masterpieces. From monstrous mummies to adorable pumpkin faces, creativity flourished. Each child has a box of tasty creations to share (or sneakily eat) later. **Monster Mash Dance Party** As the sun set, the playground came alive with the Monster Mash Dance Party. Families boogied alongside cookie-costumed characters, dancing to fun Halloween tunes. Laughter filled the air as everyone joined the conga line, wiggling and jiggling under glowing, spooky lights. The night's highlight was the best-dressed costume contest, where kids showed off their cookie-themed outfits to win a year’s supply of cookies! With fireworks, camp fire, marshmallows, slime and cooking

Happy Turtle meets friends who are all very different from each other. There’s a tall giraffe and a short bunny, a fast cheetah and a slow snail. Through these friendships, Happy Turtle introduces kids to the concept of opposites. This engaging story, with fun illustrations, helps young children understand and recognize opposites in a playful way.

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On a sunny morning, Lucas and his playful dog Cody set off to explore the river near their village. The water sparkled under the sun, and Lucas couldn’t resist jumping in. Cody splashed alongside him, barking with excitement as they swam and played. As they reached a calm part of the river, Lucas noticed a girl sitting on a rock with a fishing rod. She had braided hair, a straw hat, and a bucket with small fish. “Hi there!” Lucas called out, waving. The girl smiled. “Hi! You and your dog look like you’re having fun.” “We are! I’m Lucas, and this is Cody. What’s your name?” “I’m Zoe,” she said. “I come here to fish. It’s my favorite spot.” Lucas swam closer. “Can you teach me how to fish?” “Sure,” Zoe laughed. “But Cody has to promise not to scare the fish away!” For the next hour, Zoe showed Lucas how to cast a line and wait patiently. Cody tried to “help” by barking at every ripple, making them laugh until their sides hurt. Suddenly, Zoe’s fishing rod bent. “I’ve got something!” she exclaimed. Lucas watched in awe as she reeled in a shiny, wriggling fish. “Wow, that’s amazing!” Lucas said. “Thanks! But I think I’ll let it go,” Zoe said, releasing the fish gently back into the water. As the sun set, painting the sky with orange and pink, the three sat by the riverbank, sharing Lucas’s snacks and telling stories. They laughed and talked, promising to meet again for more adventures. From that day on, Lucas, Cody, and Zoe became the best of friends, making memories by the river—a place that became their special spot for fun, friendship, and adventure.

Ruby has Nemaline Myopathy She loved drawing, telling stories, and exploring her garden full of colorful flowers One day at school, her teacher, Mr. Barnes, explained to the class that everyone has different strengths and challenges. “Ruby might need extra time to do certain tasks, but she has one of the sharpest minds I’ve ever seen!” he said proudly. Ruby’s friends loved her creativity and kindness. When she couldn’t run in gym class, they worked together to invent a game that everyone could play. “We’ll call it The Super Sitter Olympics!” her best friend Mia declared, and they all cheered. One day, Ruby decided she wanted to help others with Nemaline Myopathy. “I’ll write a book about my adventures!” she said. Her family smiled and encouraged her.

20 page rhyming book about a South African Zulu boy named Dingo

A young girl, Mira, and her mother, Elara, discover the magical Skyglass Kingdom, a land where dreams are alive but threatened by a growing shadow of doubt. With the help of magical friends, they embark on a journey to restore the kingdom’s light, learning the power of hope, courage, and believing in their dreams.

Yiğit arrived at school each day feeling sleepy, overwhelmed with thoughts of exams, practices, and the absence of his best friend. One day, his art teacher introduced a new idea: write down a small moment that made you feel good on a sticky note each day. Yiğit decided to give it a try. At first, finding something positive was hard. But then he remembered the joy of listening to his favorite song and wrote it down. Next, he noted a good exam score and a funny video he watched. Over time, these small memories became a colorful collage of sticky notes. His wall was filled with happy moments that brought a smile to his face each time he saw them. This simple habit made Yiğit feel happier, and those around him noticed the change too. His friends appreciated the more positive and energetic Yiğit. He discovered the power of small things, which uplifted him and helped him notice the beauty in his life.

Omar loves to play the guitar everywhere he enjoys

Once upon a time, in a big green forest, there lived a little turtle named Timmy. Timmy was a small turtle with a shiny, green shell and a big, curious smile. He loved to explore and go on adventures, even though he was a bit slower than his animal friends. One sunny morning, Timmy decided to go on an adventure to find the biggest, juiciest strawberry in the whole forest! "I love strawberries," Timmy said, licking his lips. So, off he went! He walked past tall trees, wiggled under bushes, and splashed through tiny puddles. On the way, Timmy met his friend Bella the Bunny, hopping around. "Where are you going, Timmy?" asked Bella. "I'm looking for the biggest strawberry in the forest!" Timmy said excitedly. "I'll help you!" said Bella, and they both hopped along together. After a while, they came across Sammy the Squirrel, who was gathering nuts. "Hi, Sammy!" said Timmy and Bella. "Do you know where we can find the biggest strawberry?" Sammy scratched his head and said, "I don’t know, but I’ll help you look!" And so, Sammy joined the adventure too. They walked and walked until they saw something red and shiny behind a big bush. “Look!” Timmy said, “It’s the biggest strawberry ever!” They all cheered! Timmy, Bella, and Sammy shared the strawberry and it was the sweetest, juiciest strawberry they had ever tasted. After their delicious snack, they sat under a tree and laughed together. Timmy was so happy that his friends helped him on his adventure. He learned that exploring was fun, but having friends along made it even better! And from that day on, Timmy, Bella, and Sammy went on many more adventures together.

Once upon a time, there were two loving moms, Ann and Tin quinn, who wanted to start a family. They loved each other very much and dreamed of having a baby together. One day, they decided to visit a doctor who helped people have babies in a special way called IVF. The doctor explained that they could use a tiny seed from a kind man to help make a baby. The seed would join with a little egg from one of them, and together, they would grow into a baby inside Tin's tummy. Both Ann and Tin quinn were thrilled, and soon enough, they were blessed with a beautiful baby boy named Andre. As the years passed, Andre grew into a curious toddler. One day, he looked up at his moms with big, innocent eyes and asked, "Mommy, how did I get here? You're both girls!" Ann and Tin quinn smiled and sat down with Andre. Ann gently explained, "Well, Andre, you are very special. We wanted you so much, and we asked a doctor to help us. A kind man shared a little seed, and that seed, with a little egg from me, made you. Then you grew in my tummy until you were ready to come out and meet us!" Tin Quinn added, "And we loved you from the very start. Just because we’re both girls doesn’t change how much we love you or how special you are." Andre thought about it for a moment, then hugged both his moms tightly. "I’m happy I’m here," he said with a big smile. And from that day on, andre knew that he was made from love, and that was all that mattered.

Liam saved his superhero pups friends when they turned into zombies, bringing them back to normal.

Short stories of kindness and faith . The boys where selling apples at the market The girls were playing outside the mosque Mum was making a dinner Dad was at work . In the evening all the family prayed had dinner together and mum read a bed story to girls and dad to boys 2 girls and 2 boys in this story and they were reading a Prophet Muhammad about kindness and faith star were outside in the sky

a boy lies about the date of his birthday, he wants a party and presents. His friends find out and teach him why it is bad to lie.

1.a cheerful mixed-race team 2. Brenda the Architect, with blueprints grand and bright 3.Skylar the Steelworker, strong and tall, 4.Mason, the Mixer Master, with a smile 5. Fernando, the Carpenter with glee

1.Depict a congested urban area near the University of Medellín. Cars block a bus lane and pedestrian zones, forcing pedestrians to navigate around them. Show the chaos caused by the blocked paths 2."Illustrate a narrow alley with overflowing garbage bins and trash scattered around. The focus is on the dirty surroundings, with residents avoiding the area." 3. "Draw a dark alley at night with minimal lighting. Shadows loom, and residents walk cautiously, highlighting the tense atmosphere due to poor lighting."

Jake discovers a mysterious book hidden in the back of the classroom library that transports him to a fantastical world where he learns valuable lessons to carry into 5th grade.

Affirmation sayings for children that have experienced trauma. This book is to affirm and encourage children that have been resilient in hard times. Affirmation: "I am strong, even when things are hard." Illustration Idea: A young African-American boy lifting a magical, glowing boulder with ease, representing his inner strength. Affirmation: "I deserve to feel safe and loved." Illustration Idea: A girl with protective animals, like a lion and a dove, by her side in a peaceful forest, symbolizing safety and care. Affirmation: "My feelings matter, and it's okay to feel them." Illustration Idea: A child sitting by a river, surrounded by clouds that change color based on their emotions, showing a range of feelings. Affirmation: "I can be brave and take things one step at a time." Illustration Idea: A young boy standing on a path in the woods, holding a lantern, with each step forward lighting up in front of him. Affirmation: "I am growing stronger every day." Illustration Idea: A girl watering a garden where flowers bloom bigger and brighter with every drop, symbolizing personal growth. Affirmation: "I can ask for help when I need it." Illustration Idea: A group of children holding hands in a circle, supporting one another as they stand tall together. Design Style: Illustrations: Soft, comforting colors with a whimsical, storybook feel. The characters will be diverse, primarily representing African-American children, to ensure that children of color feel seen and empowered. Tone: Gentle and nurturing, with emphasis on resilience and healing. Format: Simple, short sentences that children can read or have read to them by a caregiver.

Three young ladies, all have characteristics of their mother all decide to embark on a journey to world their mother always told them about. They find a land filled with every thing good they could ever need.

In Mudwiggle Marsh, Noodle the worm dreams of a life beyond the mud. Driven by wonder and a quest for meaning, he leaves his carefree world behind and transforms into a bird, eager to soar. Despite countless failed attempts to fly, a leap of faith changes everything. Noodle transforms into a powerful eagle, reaching the heavens where he meets his Creator. In this divine encounter, he learns his life’s true purpose: to grow, transform, and inspire others. With renewed spirit, Noodle returns home, sharing the Creator’s message that circumstances do not define who earthworms—or anyone—are meant to be.