Lights Out Bedtime Stories for Boys and Girls

The Merzzlings: The Adventure begins: Kindness is Key! by Brittany Plumeri - Read by E3D (Martyn Kenneth)

Join Noah and Floppy as they embark on a magical mission to explore kindness on the mystical Island of Mer. But, things don’t go as planned as Noah is given a taste of his own medicine.

Will Noah be able to put his pride aside to save the day?

Your child will be intrigued by the seamless rhymes and bright illustrations, all while learning a valuable lesson in being nice and following The Golden Rule!
Get it now and don’t forget to check out the free worksheets at www.authorbplumeri.com

Awesome Author August Day Miranda's Big Ideas - A Children's picture book for creative boys and girls by Tavi Hirchhorn.

What happens when Miranda's mind starts to wander?
She doodles in her sketchbook.
She loses track of time.
She forgets to eat.
Her teachers snap at her to "PAY ATTENTION!"

Miranda is a little girl who has big ideas and loves to draw. Like many inventive children, sometimes she faces those who don't share her vision. This book supports children's ingenuity and encourages creative thinking, even for those who don't fit in the educational box.

Find out more at http://tevih.com/ or visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CSXHZQM for pre orders.

The World Belongs to Animals by Chandrakant Bhonsle - Read by E3D (Martyn Kenneth)

This was a great read - lovely to read poems about animals and find out more about them.

Nature has gifted us some incredible teachers,
They are all different from each other with remarkable features,

A tortoise famously taught us that slow and steady wins the race,
Monkeys have played their part in discovering the marvels of space,

Ants show us how rewarding hard work can be,
Development of a butterfly is an evolutionary miracle to see,

From wolves we can learn to work together,
Foxes demonstrate how to survive and thrive in the worst weather,

Even a king like lion often faces failures in catching its prey,
Yet it never gives up and uses a new strategy every day,

Virtue of patience are best represented by tigers and snakes,
Frogs enjoy those dark rainy days by singing in the lakes,

Eagles are renowned for their concentration,
By trading land for water whales have mastered adaptation,

The animals of the world appeal to all adults and to every child,
Don't you think that they deserve to roam freely in the wild?

Find out more at http://www.thebhonsleauthors.com

Do You Have Any Patience by Ben Stern Read by E3D (Martyn Kenneth)

Click here to find out more: http://bit.ly/flipandfriendslightsout

"Do You Have Any Patience?" is the first book in the Flip and Friends book series which is the story of Flip, an impatient, demanding little frog that wants everything NOW. He slowly learns the importance of patience and is sweetly rewarded. Parents, with this book, you will be able to clearly teach your child the importance of patience without the need for a lecture or punishment. Here are what the professionals are saying:
"Patience is something good to have, but as the lovable green frog, Flip, soon discovers is hard to buy when he sets off on a quest to find some patience of his own. Sweet, witty and relatable, Ben Stern’s “Do You Have Any Patience?” Is bound to become a favorite story for children and parents alike. " - Dev Friedlander - Author, You See Me

"Flip and Friends is a bright, colorful book that is sure to appeal to kids. The characters are cute, loveable, and carry a message for parents and children alike. Ben Stern has found a way to turn an important life-long lesson, into an easy read for even the little ones!" - Yona Margolese - Head of School, Seattle, Washington

"The story of Flip and his trek to purchase patience is a story that children of all ages and in all countries deal with daily. So often, it is not material items that we strive to attain for our children, but the deep social understandings of our world. This impactful social story allows children to visualize the reward received for obtaining the characteristic of patience, and the value it has towards the upbringing of our children. Ben so masterfully created a tale in which this important lesson can be visualized and understood by all children." - Dan Seid, Principal, Rockville Centre NY

It was a real pleasure reading this story and improvising it into 3rd person.

Empathetic is a big word! Teaching kids to be empathetic and understanding empathy can be a challenge.

Help the kids in your life understand empathy and build positive relationships. Being empathetic is an important skill to balance. If someone is overly empathetic, people and situations can take advantage and deplete their energy leaving them feeling exhausted.

It is important for kids to understand that when showing empathy it is also so important to set boundaries and ensure they are balanced and healthy first so they can truly help others.


From the Author
We are all human. We all have our own stories of struggle and empowerment. Having empathy is not about completely understanding what another has been through but having the ability to step back and support each other in our journey through life.


Empathy is an important skill that is not clearly taught in schools. As a teacher I notice students who lack empathy in many situations. They need to be clearly taught how to take a breath and support their fellow classmates in a kind, caring and compassionate way.
My hope for this book is that it helps children build empathy and self-empowerment.
From the Back Cover
Helping kids understand empathy!

About the Author
As an educator of young children for over 12 years, Amanda's passion is education and creativity. She believes that everyone has creative capacities. Her mission is to empower children through their unique creative gifts. Helping children believe in themselves through connection, is the aim of her books.

Amanda began writing Children's Books to enhance the written curriculum and the unwritten curriculum in elementary school. Through years of experience she noticed that children need support in expressing themselves and in mindful ways.

A yoga and mindfulness enthusiast, she uses her knowledge of yoga and mindful practices to guide her stories and get kids up and moving while or to connect to themselves on a deeper level.

Teaching is not just about guiding the students but also about learning along with them. Amanda believes in lifelong learning and is continuously taking courses in different areas of interest.

Believe, Create, Inspire! She is a woman who wears many hats with a B.A in Political Science, B.Ed in elementary education, M.Ed specializing in creativity and technology, Reiki master, yoga for young children instructor, artist, mom, author, illustrator and teacher. She also runs a small arts based business teaching art workshops.

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What a great story - helping Your Child Cope with Loss.
Twins Louie and Penny finally realized their dream to adopt a dog when their parents took them to the animal shelter. Cassius was not just their pet, he became their best friend. Through the years, the twins did everything with Cassius, but eventually, Cassius became old and sick. Saying goodbye to their best friend was the hardest thing Louie and Penny had ever done.

I Miss My Best Friend is a heart-warming story for children that will help them learn how to deal with the loss of a pet. Author Penelope Lagos also offers ten helpful steps parents can use to help their children cope with grief.

"I Miss My Best Friend" was awarded five stars from Readers' Favorite.

Find out more here:)
www.penelopelagos.com

Awesome Author August!

A new and awesome Author every day of the month

Neville Toogood by Carole Boyd - Read by Martyn Kenneth (E3D)

The Creation of Man by Joss Aukland - Read by Martyn Kenneth (E3D)

Little Spook of Spook Hall by Liza Goddard - Read by Martyn kenneth