Stories for my kids

If I Built a School by Chris Van Dusen is a whimsical, rhyming picture book where a creative boy named Jack reimagines his school as a futuristic, fun-filled wonderland . Jack replaces boring classrooms with hover desks, glass transport tubes, a robot chef, and a gym featuring a swimming pool, rock wall, and skydiving wind tunnels.

Duck on a Bike by David Shannon is a children’s book about a duck who decides to ride a bike around the farm . He wobbles at first but grows confident, passing other animals who have mixed reactions—some think it's silly, others are impressed. When children leave their bikes unattended, all the animals join in for a joyride.

Unfunny Bunny (2026), written by Kenan Thompson and Bryan Tucker, is a children's picture book about a bunny who wants to be the funniest student in class, but his jokes initially bomb. Through friendship with a hedgehog, practice, and perseverance, the bunny learns to improve his comedy, ultimately finding success.

Slightly Invisible is a 2010 Charlie and Lola picture book by Lauren Child where Lola and her imaginary friend, Soren Lorensen, disrupt Charlie and his friend Marv’s quest to find "strange and tricky creatures" . Despite Charlie's attempts at solitude, Lola uses creativity, pink milk, and invisibility to join the adventure.

Diary of a Fly by Doreen Cronin is a humorous, illustrated children's book following a young fly who dreams of becoming a superhero . Through diary entries, she navigates school, 327 siblings, and adventures with friends Worm and Spider, celebrating the unique abilities of bugs—like walking on walls—while learning to dream big.

massive rhino hidden in a small flat, which involves managing giant piles of poop, fitting the animal in an elevator, and finding expensive food, until the rhino eventually decides to return to the zoo.

Maple & Willow Together (2014) by Lori Nichols is a heartwarming children's picture book about inseparable sisters who navigate the highs and lows of sibling relationships . They share a deep bond, playing together daily in nature, but face a fight over dandelions that leads to a temporary separation before they reconcile.

Make Way for Ducklings (1941) by Robert McCloskey is a classic children’s picture book following Mr. and Mrs. Mallard as they search for a safe place to raise their eight ducklings in Boston . After finding a perfect island in the Charles River, Mrs. Mallard teaches her ducklings—Jack, Kack, Lack, Mac, Knack, Whack, Pack, and Quack—to swim and follow her.

“Ellie" by Mike Wu is a charming picture book about a small elephant who discovers her artistic talent to save her beloved zoo from closing . When she feels she has no skills compared to other animals, she discovers painting, using her creativity to bring color to the zoo and win over visitors.

Truffle: A Dog (and Cat) Story by David McPhail: A children's book about a farm dog navigating life, work, and his complex relationship with cats.

Pig the Fibber by Aaron Blabey is a humorous children's book about Pig, a selfish pug who constantly lies and blames his housemate, Trevor the sausage dog, for his own naughty behavior . Pig's lies escalate until a sneaky plan to steal treats backfires, teaching him a painful lesson about honesty. [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]

The book follows a boy named Duncan who discovers that his crayons have written him letters expressing their frustrations and grievances . In the letters, the crayons describe how they have been treated, some feeling overused, others ignored, and some frustrated by being used for the “wrong purposes”.

I'm Happy-Sad Today: Making Sense of Mixed-Together Feelings by Lory Britain(illustrated by Matthew Rivera) is a children's picture book that validates experiencing multiple, often contradictory, emotions simultaneously—such as happy-sad, scared-brave, or nervous-excited . It teaches that mixed feelings are natural, offering strategies like talking, art, and movement to cope with complex emotions.

Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubinand Daniel Salmieri is a humorous children's book about a pizza-obsessed raccoon tired of being chased away with a broom . He decides to throw a secret party, planning an elaborate, covert mission to enjoy pizza safely with his friends

Aaron Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts (part of The Questioneers series) is a 2021 children’s picture book about a young boy with dyslexia who struggles with reading and writing . Through rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, Aaron discovers his voice by telling stories through art, proving that his unique strengths are valuable.

The Marvelous Now (2025) by Angela DiTerlizzi, illustrated by Lorena Alvarez Gómez, is a children's picture book (part of The Magical Yet series) that teaches mindfulness and emotional regulation . It helps children overcome overwhelming emotions, stress, or a bad day by focusing on the "Marvelous Now"—a calm, present moment.

A Crankenstein Valentine by Samantha Berger (illustrated by Dan Santat) follows a young boy who turns into a green-skinned "Crankenstein" due to his hatred of "mushy gushy" Valentine's Day traditions like heart-shaped food, cards, and school pageants . His day turns around when he meets a fellow "monster" who dislikes the holiday just as much, turning his sour mood sweet.

"A Lost Button" is a heartwarming short story from the book Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel, highlighting themes of friendship, patience, and gratitude.

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Aaron Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts is a children's book in the Questioneers series about a young boy with dyslexia who struggles with reading and writing . While facing academic challenges, Aaron realizes he can tell stories through his passion for art, ultimately finding his voice and confidence by embracing his unique perspective.

I'm Happy-Sad Today: Making Sense of Mixed-Together Feelings by Lory Britain, PhD, is a children’s picture book (ages 3–8) that validates experiencing multiple, conflicting emotions simultaneously . It follows a young girl navigating complex feelings—like being excited yet nervous or proud yet jealous—teaching that it is normal and okay to have mixed feelings. [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 ]

The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson is a charming rhyming story about a tiny snail with a desire to see the world who hitches a ride on a humpback whale's tail . Together, they journey past icebergs, volcanoes, and coral reefs, but when the whale gets beached, the tiny snail rescues him by alerting a local school, proving that even the small can make a big difference.

Bob & Rob & Corn on the Cob by Todd McQueen is a children’s picture book about two squirrels, Bob and Rob, who love eating corn on the cob. They encourage their picky friend, Ella Mae Dobbs (a snobby rabbit who prefers fancy food like tofu), to try corn on the cob, while they try her favorite foods, teaching children to embrace new foods .

Pirates Aren't Afraid of the Dark! by Maudie Powell-Tuck is a children’s picture book about Jack, who builds a pirate tent for a backyard sleepover and excludes his fairy-dressed sister, Lily. When Jack’s flashlight fails and noises occur, his bravery fades; Lily then comforts him, proving that even "pirates" can be afraid .

Hank Goes Honk by Maudie Powell-Tuck is a humorous picture book about Hank, a rude, obnoxious goose who alienates his friends by interrupting, stealing food, and being loud . Feeling lonely, Hank learns to be considerate by sharing, taking turns, and apologizing. The story focuses on friendship and kindness, suitable for ages 3–7.