Author Profile
Kristi Yamaguchi
3 Books
Kristi Yamaguchi is an Olympic gold medalist figure skater who has successfully transitioned into a career as a celebrated children's book author. Her uplifting stories, such as the New York Times bestseller "Dream Big, Little Pig!" and its sequels, often center on themes of perseverance, kindness, and following one's dreams. Through her endearing animal characters, she encourages young readers to embrace their unique talents and remain optimistic in the face of challenges.
Cara has a routine to plan, a perfect song to choose, and a rink waiting for her next big spin. But when a friend needs help, Cara the Cat puts her own worries aside and shows that kindness can be more important than getting everything just right.
As Cara asks others to pass that kindness along, one thoughtful act begins to move from friend to friend. Young readers will enjoy the ice-skating setting, the warm animal characters, and the gentle reminder that helping someone else can brighten a whole community.
Cara's Kindness is a cheerful picture book for readers who like friendship stories, skating stories, and books about caring for others.
6-8 Years
35 Pages
Poppy the pig is packing her skates for Paris. Her dream has carried her all the way to a big ice-skating competition, but the wide world feels even bigger when she meets animal athletes from many different places.
New faces, new languages, and new sports make Poppy's trip exciting and a little unfamiliar. As she learns to connect with others, she discovers that friendliness can travel farther than words.
It's A Big World, Little Pig! is a bright picture book for young readers who enjoy animal characters, sports, travel, and gentle stories about meeting new friends. Its warm message makes it a good choice for children beginning to notice how big, varied, and welcoming the world can be.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Poppy is a waddling, toddling little pig with truly massive dreams. More than anything in the world, she wants to be a shining star! But as she tries out different talents, she quickly discovers that achieving your goals is much harder than it looks. It is only when she steps onto an ice rink and feels the magic of gliding, swirling, and twirling that she finally believes in herself. With the loving encouragement of her family and friends, Poppy learns that true success comes from practice, passion, and persistence. Written by Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi, this joyful story inspires children to follow their hearts and never give up. It is an uplifting, beautifully illustrated tale that proves anyone can shine if they just dream big!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
