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Love, Family, Conversation

1. Do you have a special person in your family who is your best friend? What kinds of things do you like to do together?

2. Can you describe the Best Day In the World that you could spend with this special person? What would you do, from breakfast until bedtime?

Bedtime Story written by Rayhaanah Williams

Illustrated by Clyde Beech

Designed by Jacqui Botha

Edited by Angela Briggs

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LET’S DISCUSS THE STORIES ~ IDEAS FOR TALKING WITH KIDS

Love, Conversation

1. Why do you think the kid in this story takes their Mom’s red coat everywhere?

2. Have you ever had a special item that made you think of someone you love? What was it? How did it make you feel?

Bedtime Story written by Chrissie Kritzinger

Illustrated by Brad Cuzen

Designed by Meerashen Naidoo

Edited by Zanri Kritzinger

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* THE STORY ‘MOM’S RED COAT’ WAS CREATED BY BOOK DASH AND IS LICENSED UNDER A CREATIVE COMMONS ATTRIBUTION 4.0 LICENSE. MINOR FORMATTING CHANGES MAY HAVE BEEN MADE TO THE ORIGINAL WORK FOR EASE OF READING ON OUR WEBSITE.

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LET’S CHAT ABOUT THE STORY ~ IDEAS FOR TALKING WITH KIDS

Love, Independent Thinking, Conversation

1. Why do you think we sometimes give the people we love ‘pet’ names? (Special names that are not the same as their normal names)

2. Does your family call you any special names that are different from your real name? What do they call you?

3. How do you feel when they call you those names?

4. If you could choose your own ‘pet name’, what would it be?

Bedtime Story for Kids written by Jade Maitre

Illustrated by Tanja Tomušilović

Book design by Jade Maitre

Music Video by “Android Sock Hop” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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LET’S CHAT ABOUT THE STORY ~ IDEAS FOR TALKING WITH KIDS

Love

1. Why do you think the Rose preferred to be a daisy than to leave the Bee she loved?

2. The story shows how the Rose preferred to be happy. How does loving and being loved feel? Do you think it always makes us happy? How?

2. What does Love feel like to you?

Bedtime Story for Kids written by Templeton Moss

Illustrated by Poornima Dolamullage

Book design by Jade Maitre

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Love, Friendship

1. Why do you think Baxter thinks Oliver’s smell is the best smell in the world?

Independent Thinking

1.Do you think Baxter did the right thing trying to find Oliver himself when he discovered he was lost? Why or why not?

Bedtime Story for Kids written by Jade Maitre

Illustrated by Olha Rastvorova

Book design by Jade Maitre

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Grandparents play a role in our lives that no other relative or loved one can fill. They connect us to our past and help us appreciate our present. Plus, they just know a lot of stuff. Here are 10 of our picks for grandparents who want to connect with their grandkids—and vice versa.

The Remember Balloons by Jessie Oliveros and Dana Wulfekotte

“In this gentle and compassionate allegory for Alzheimer’s disease, James struggles to collect the memory balloons his grandfather lets go of, one by one. Pretty soon, he has enough of his own to share. Heartwarmingly told and lovingly illustrated.” Storyberries

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The Hello, Goodbye Window by Norton Juster and Chris Raschka

“The kitchen window at Nanna and Poppy’s house is a magical portal for their granddaughter to travel into other worlds. But she might discover along the way that the most magical things are the things she encounters at home every day.”
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How to Babysit a Grandpa & How to Babysit a Grandma by Jean Reagan and Lee Wildish

“There are lots of ways to spend a fun day with Grandpa or Grandma—but sometimes a kid needs all the ideas in one place! Enter these charming how-to books with suggestions ranging from topping cookies with ice cream to picking dandelions and putting on a scary play.” Storyberries

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I Really Want to See You, Grandma by Taro Gomi

“Yumi and her grandmother decide to spend some time together—so each heads out to visit the other, only to pass each other right by! The same thing happens when they decide to head home. Will they ever connect?”
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Hey Grandude by Paul McCartney and Kathryn Durst

“In this whimsical story written by none other than Paul McCartney and illustrated by Kathryn Durst, a grandfather takes his four grandchildren on a journey through time with his magic compass. Sure to win the hearts of all generations.”
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If All the World Were… by Joseph Coelho and Allison Colpoys

“A gentle story of the love between a little girl and her grandfather and the way she learns to cope with his death. Perfect for readers of all ages as they learn how to cherish loved ones both here and gone.”
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Grandma Bird by Benji Davies

“Noi’s grandmother lives on an island where strange things seem to happen all the time. Noi hesitates to visit—until a rescue mission raises the stakes. A fun and adventurous tale of inter-generational friendship.”
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Just Grandma and Me by Mercer Mayer

“From beloved children’s author and illustrator Mercer Mayer comes the story of the Little Critters spending an eventful day at the beach. Readers of all ages will love this book.” Storyberries

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Grandpa Green by Lane Smith

“Grandpa Green has lived many lives: farm boy, soldier, artist—and now gardener. Follow his grandson on a journey through a garden of memories to understand his grandfather’s unique history, and how he himself is a part of it.” Storyberries

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Spot Visits His Grandparents by Eric Hill

“Spot the lift-the-flap dog is back to spend the day with his grandparents. He’ll hear stories, help in the garden, play with the ball, and maybe break a shed window along the way…never a dull moment, as readers will discover!”
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Free Online Children’s Books About Grandparents At Storyberries

Grandma On A Windy Beach

A beautifully poetic journey into the life of a Grandma including recollections of her life as a young girl. With its gorgeous illustrations, this tender and joyful story will warm everyone’s heart. The audio version of the story narrated here is quite magical.

Grandpa Farouk’s Garden

Amir loves to visit Grandpa Farouk, and especially enjoys spending time in his garden. When the garden begins to suffer, Amir helps to collect ladybirds, to encourage natural healing and promote new fresh growth.

Grandma’s Glasses

Grandma is always forgetting where she’s left her glasses, and without her glasses, she can’t see to find them again! Luckily, Nicha is there to play detective for her!

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Good friends can be tough to find, but the rewards are worth every inch of the search. Here are 10 of our favorite books about the transforming power of friendship between kids and all creatures.

Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers

“When a penguin arrives on a boy’s doorstep, he tries unsuccessfully to determine whether anyone in the neighborhood is missing a penguin. Then they travel to the South Pole in search of the penguin’s original home. But as the boy comes to realize, there are different definitions of home. A charming and colorful book sure to win your and your kid’s hearts.”
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Frog and Toad: The Complete Collection by Arnold Lobel

“The inter-generationally beloved Frog and Toad appear in twenty stories across four collections in this compilation—finding lost buttons, telling stories, going swimming, and doing all the things best friends do.”
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The Winter Train by Susanna Isern and Ester Garcia

“A group of animals board a train bound for their warm winter holiday—until they realize one of their number is missing. A wonderfully illustrated tale about the importance of leaving no one behind.”
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Friendship is Like a Seesaw by Shona Innes and Irisz Agocs

“Sometimes we might be down while our friends are up, or the other way around—the important thing is to find a balance. The latest in an endearing series that shows children how to manage some of the more difficult parts of life.” Storyberries

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The Whale Who Wanted More by Rachel Bright and Jim Field

“Humphrey the whale scours the ocean to find the object that will make him complete. But the more treasures he collects, the less complete he feels. What might be the thing he’s really after?” Storyberries

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The Bear and the Piano by David Litchfield

“A bear discovers a piano in the forest and teaches himself to play. With the help of a traveling father and son, he makes it to New York and becomes famous for his music—but he misses the people he used to play it for to begin with. A winsome story about losing sight of the things and people that matter—and then finding them all over again.”
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I Love You (Almost Always) by Anna Llenas

“Ralph the roly-poly and Rita the firefly are friends because they’re fascinated by their differences—until those very differences start to get on their nerves. Can their friendship withstand their changing ideas? With this fun pop-up style read, your child will learn that friendship is full of ups and downs, all of which can be overcome.”
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My Friend Suhana by Shaila Abdullah

“Mother-daughter duo Shaila and Aanyah Abdullah team up to tell the story of a child who befriends another child with cerebral palsy. A touching story of accepting and loving someone for the things that make them one of a kind.” Storyberries

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A Friend for Henry by Jenn Bailey and Mika Song

“Henry is a boy with autism who is searching for a friend in his class. After an art project mix-up and an incident during reading time, he might just have stumbled upon the friendship he’s been wanting. A beautiful and compassionate story with lovely illustrations.”
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Alone by Scott Stuart

“Sometimes we feel so different we might as well be living on another planet. So…how must the planet feel? Earth keeps spinning, looking for someone to spin with her. Will she ever find a fellow planet to be her friend? A creative and thought-provoking meditation on the meaning of friendship.” Storyberries

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Storyberries Have a Wide Selection of Free Online Children’s Books on the Theme of Friendship

My Best Friend Crow

In this endearing story which highlights values of fairness, courage and respect, Rusty becomes best friends with a very hungry crow.

A Friend For Poochi

Everyone feels bored and lonely. Poochi the centipede needs.a friend, but all the other creatures keep rejecting him. Poochi keeps looking until eventually he finds a wonderful group pf friends who love him exactly as he is!

Bee-Friendly Charlotte

Friends can be non-human too. In this delightful story Charlotte shows all the qualities of being a good friend as she cares for the local bees and creates a very special bee-friendly garden.

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LET’S CHAT ABOUT THE STORY ~ IDEAS FOR TALKING WITH KIDS

Love, Family, Friendship

1. What do you think is your magic light? How do you share it with others?

2. Why do you think our magic light can spread from one person to another?

3. Another word for your magic light might be “love”. How do you feel when you love others? How about when they love you?

4. Do you think it’s nice to have the most love in the world that we can? Why or why not?

Bedtime Story for Kids written by Jade Maitre

Illustrated by Yesim Serce

Book design by Jade Maitre

Music Video by Fireflies and Stardust Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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Families come in different packages, and they are so much more than the sum of their parts. Here are ten books–heartfelt and humorous, factual and fantastical–that will remind you, your child, and all your loved ones of the extraordinary bond of family.

“We Are Family” by Patricia Hegarty and Ryan Wheatcroft

“This book details the good and bad times that tie families of all kinds together regardless of how many people they are or how they look. Its colorful, bright, and engaging layout will allow readers young and old to connect with the many different kinds of people they see in its pages. A beautifully-rendered collection with an affirming message”.Storyberries

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“A Family Is a Family Is a Family” by Sara Oleary and Qin Lang

“Follow along as the students in a class describe what makes their families special, and the myriad forms a family can take. In the end, one child who is nervous to share the differences between her family and others learns that hers is just as valid because it is filled with love and care ” Storyberries

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“The Family Book” by Todd Parr

“Every family is different–the way they look, the way they interact, the problems they have, the things they value–but all are equally important, legitimate, and worthy of love. Such is the message of this attention-grabbing book. The outrageously fun colour scheme and joyously-drawn characters might make you forget how deep the lesson goes.” Storyberries

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“Love Makes a Family” by Sophie Beer

“This book describes all the ways love manifests in everyday life, from baking a cake to lending a hand. And no matter what your family looks like, it’s a bona-fide family if it’s got love. Your child will be so happy hearing you read this aloud–after all, quality reading time is a beautiful way to show your love.” Storyberries

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“Drawn together” by Minh Le and Dan Santat

“Can you really be a family if you don’t speak a common language? This beautifully gentle book proves that you can–especially if you’ve got paper and pencils on hand. A touching tale of the power of the family bond as expressed through art and nonverbal communication.” Storyberries

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“The Relatives Came” by Cynthia Rylant and Stephen Gammell

“A story that will ring true to long-distance families scattered across the globe! When the relatives arrive for the summer, it’s all fun and games–so much so that it feels like hardly five minutes before they have to leave again. But there’s always next summer, right? The perfect read for anyone who doesn’t get enough time with their loved ones.” Storyberries

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“Our Family Tree: An Evolution Story” by Lisa Westberg Peters

“This book takes us way back in time to the beginning of the family tree we all share. With enrapturing illustrations and words that will make you feel a part of something bigger, it’s sure to become a family favourite. It’s truly a story with a heart, a soul, and a brain–not to mention deep, deep roots.” Storyberries

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“The Snow Globe Family” by Jane O’Connor and S.D. Schindler

“Two families form the heart of this story–the little family who long for a blizzard in their snow-globe home, and the big family who don’t seem to notice. All except for Baby, that is, who resolves to shake up both the little family’s world and her own. An original tale that, no matter how snowy, will warm your family’s hearts.” Storyberries

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“One family” by George Shannon and Blanca Gomez

“There are a lot of us, but we are also one – one world, one family–you name it. This endearingly-drawn and lovingly-rendered book reminds us of all the little things that can unite us. A book to treasure.” Storyberries

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“Still a Family: A Story about Homelessness” by Brenda Reeves Sturgis and Jo Shin Lee

“This moving and timely story tells of a family who are forced to move into a shelter–two shelters, actually, as a father must live separate from his wife and daughter. Still, they find time and space to be together, often in the park, and they grow closer as they share a fervent wish to be reunited under a roof of their own. The perfect addition to a modern family bookshelf.” Storyberries

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Some Mummies

A celebratory look at the different ways that mummies show their love and care. A beautiful appreciation of the possibilities of motherhood, which also allows pause for reflection.

To The Top

“A wordless picture book showing a girl and her dad climbing a mountain. With its beautiful images this creative book invites you to make up your very own story.” Storyberries

Pembral Forgets

Pembral is a good boy with a very forgetful mind. He forgets all kinds of things, yet despite this forgetfulness being a challenge, his mum shows lots of patience and kindness. One day Pembral is asked to buy some important things from the store – will he remember?

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