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"The Grumpopotamus" is a heartwarming children's book that tells the tale of a famously grumpy creature and the efforts made by a child and a group of whimsical characters called the Manimals to bring him joy. Through friendship, laughter, and adventure, they embark on a quest to un-grump the Grumpopotamus, teaching valuable lessons about the power of friendship, overcoming grumpiness, and finding happiness in unexpected places. This personalized story captivates young readers as they see themselves as the hero, igniting their imagination and fostering important social and emotional skills along the way.

The story of Where is KarmaChameleon? takes us on an adventure with a playful and mischievous chameleon named Karma. With his incredible ability to blend in with his surroundings, Karma is an expert in the art of disguise, often making it difficult to spot him.

It is a whimsical and entertaining tale that encourages children to explore, learn, and have fun while also reinforcing important skills such as observation, attention to detail, and problem-solving. This book is a perfect gift for any child who loves personalized books, seek-and-find challenges, and playful storytelling.

Spooky season is just around the corner! The sheer number of Halloween books out there for kids astonished me. There’s plenty to choose from to introduce your little one to the magic of Halloween, or to help them feel a little less scared of monsters! Here are some of our other favorites.

It’s almost time for school again - and you might be wondering if there’s some way to ease the transition for your kid! Going back to school after the summer is never easy - some kids don’t want to leave their parents, some may find it difficult to make friends, and some just don’t cope well with change. Whatever the reason, the pandemic has definitely not helped make things any easier. While there’s not too much we can do to make the situation easier, we can definitely help our little ones be a little more prepared for what lies ahead. This is our list of our eight favorite back to school books that you can read with your little ones.

Summer is one of the happiest times for a kid - no school, lots of fun and the outdoors. This year, however, things are bound to be a little different. As heat waves across the country make it hard to go out, and the threat of the delta variant still looms, this might be the perfect summer to immerse your kid in the wonderful ways that books can transport you to a different time and place! 

To help you get started, we’ve included a list of eight summer themed children’s books for your child (There’s also links to lists of more if you blaze through these!).