Ellen Tarlow

Shy Mole is out for a quiet walk when he spots something very unusual: a tiny thing just waiting to be discovered! The squirrels and birds have never really noticed Mole before, so he decides to bring this mysterious tiny thing back to his cozy underground burrow. He works hard to make it feel right at home. Before long, this tiny thing becomes Mole's very own imaginary friend. Having a secret buddy gives Mole a wonderful, warm feeling inside. Soon, he feels brave enough to sing songs, whisper secrets, and share his favorite stories. He even feels ready to bring the tiny thing outside to see the big, bright world! Watch as Mole finds his courage and learns to branch out. You will discover that sometimes all it takes is a tiny bit of encouragement to build your confidence and make wonderful new friends.

Deep underground, Mole lives in a cozy, dark burrow. But she has one very big wish: she wants to catch the sky! She dreams of bringing the bright sunshine, the warm light, and the refreshing cool breeze right down into her home. When her good friends Squirrel, Bird, and Frog hear about her wish, they want to help. Together, they try to grab a handful of the sky as a special surprise just for her. Down they go, deep into the dark earth, carrying their wonderful gift. Can Squirrel, Bird, and Frog really make Mole's dream come true? As you read along, you will discover what happens when friends work together to do the impossible. You will see that while catching the sky is quite a challenge, the best and warmest gift of all is the wonderful friendship they already share.

Pinwheel the donkey and his friend Squirrel have a big problem on their hands. Lots of small, colorful pieces are falling from the branches above, and they are worried they have accidentally broken Owl's favorite tree! Can Owl help them solve this confusing, colorful mystery before it is too late? Later on, Pinwheel has the most amazing dream he has ever experienced. He loves it so much that he wants to go back to sleep and have it all over again. But taking naps during the day means missing out on playing with his friends! Step into these two peaceful, relaxing stories designed to help you practice your reading. As you follow Pinwheel's gentle nighttime and daytime discoveries, you will see how he balances his big dreams with the friends who care about him. Grab your favorite blanket and settle in for a wonderful reading adventure.

What is your absolute favorite way to play? Some children love running super fast across the grass, while others like quietly building tall towers out of blocks. You might enjoy painting colorful pictures, and your best friend might love kicking a soccer ball around the yard. Even though everybody likes doing different things, there is one thing we all have in common: we all love to play! Open this book to explore the many exciting ways kids just like you spend their time having fun. You will see children sharing their favorite games, trying out new hobbies, and laughing together. Whether you are playing indoors on a rainy day or running outside in the bright sunshine, there is always a new activity to discover. Read along to find out how celebrating our different interests makes playtime the best part of the whole day!

Blue is completely convinced that Red has the best life. After all, Red gets to be the color of thrilling fire engines, flashy sports cars, and the giant stop signs that command everyone's attention. Desperate for a little more excitement, Blue decides to try acting exactly like Red. However, swinging from trees and trying to be loud and flashy turns out to be a lot harder and much less fun than Blue expected. It takes a series of funny and surprising moments for Blue to realize that being true to yourself is the most colorful adventure of all. Join Blue on a thoughtful, silly journey about discovering your own special strengths and learning exactly why it is perfectly wonderful to just be you.

Meet Pinwheel, a joyful donkey who loves making new friends and going on fun adventures. One day, Pinwheel meets someone very special who always agrees with everything he says: his very own echo! But things get tricky when his echo suddenly decides it likes climbing trees instead of looking for rocks. Then, a mysterious figure appears across the pond, waving without ever stopping. Who could be standing over there? Join Pinwheel and his animal buddies as they set out to solve these funny puzzles. You will read two exciting stories that are perfect for building your reading skills. With simple words and gentle humor, you get to explore the world right alongside Pinwheel. Get ready to laugh, learn about friendship, and discover that sometimes the best adventures happen when things do not go exactly as planned.

Bear and his Smile do absolutely everything together. When Bear wakes up, his Smile is right there. When he goes swimming by the rushing waterfall, his Smile splashes along with him. They even eat sweet, sticky honey together every single day. But one morning, Bear wakes up to a big surprise: his Smile is completely gone! No matter where he looks, he just cannot find it. Feeling sad and confused, Bear asks his woodland animal friends to help him search the forest. Will Bear ever be able to find his missing Smile again? Join Bear on his gentle journey through the woods as he learns about feeling sad. You will see how the forest animals step up to help their buddy. Sometimes, when you are feeling a little down, a caring friend is exactly what you need to help you find your joy again.