Clink, clankety-bang, thump-whirr! That is the noisy sound of Papa hard at work in his shop. As an inventor, he is always tinkering, but he has never quite managed to build something that works perfectly. He just needs a truly fantastic idea. Everything changes during a family fishing trip to Lake Michigan when his daughter asks what it is like to be a fish. Suddenly, Papa is inspired! With plenty of persistence and a little help from his family, he sets out to create a mechanical submarine that can take them all on an incredible underwater trip to the bottom of the lake. Based on the real-life inventor Lodner Phillips, this fun and quirky tale celebrates creativity, family teamwork, and the joy of a really great idea.
6-8 Years
44 Pages
Jump in
Angus woke up completely mad, and absolutely nothing is going right. His dog is walking too slowly, his bird is too loud, and his breakfast pancakes are entirely the wrong shape. Deciding he has had enough of this terrible day, Angus runs away from home.
Why it pulls you in
Marching down the street, Angus feels very brave. But after walking a few blocks, the neighborhood suddenly starts to look dark and scary. Just when the world feels overwhelming, a familiar face appears to remind him where he truly belongs.
What you will discover
Everyone has days where they feel grumpy and frustrated at the world. This comforting story shows that no matter how big your angry feelings get, there is no safer or better place to be than right at home with the people who love you.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
