Books with author Kristy Holmes

This fun-filled and age-appropriate book explores the ways in which we experience happiness. Young readers are introduced to the colorfully charismatic character Captain Cheerful, who exhibits happiness throughout the main text. The compelling comic book style, illustrations, and appealing, full-color photographs draw readers in, allowing them to relate more easily to this essential subject matter. They are also encouraged through the simple and accessible text to explore what causes emotional responses and how to embrace them with positivity. Readers are sure to have a smile on their face after engaging with this joyful text.

Young readers explore the complex feeling of fear in this age-appropriate and accessible volume. They meet the colorful character Agent Afraid, who displays fearful emotions throughout the relatable main text. Readers are able to connect with the material easily and pinpoint things that cause their own feelings of fear. Through recognizing these feelings, they also learn ways to navigate them to help them feel safe and secure. The dazzling comic book style, cute illustrations, and full-color photographs engage readers as they learn more about this challenging emotion and how to handle feelings of fear and anxiety in a healthy way.

Young readers are introduced to healthy ways to deal with anger in this engaging book, which explores the feelings one gets when they get mad. They meet a colorful character named Raging Raccoon, who helps them understand this emotion. Through the engaging main text, eye-catching comic book design, and full-color photographs and illustrations, they learn what causes anger and how to properly approach dealing with those feelings. This important subject matter encourages kids to be in touch with their feelings, to express them in a healthy and functional way, and not to suppress them.

Readers will learn about experiencing feelings of loneliness and how to deal with them in a healthy way. As they are introduced to the colorful, adorable character The Lone Furball, they find tips on dealing with loneliness through this relatable and age-appropriate main text. Readers uncover strategies for approaching their own lonely emotions in a constructive way to turn gloomy feelings into positive ones. The eye-catching comic book style, engaging illustrations, and full-color photographs invite readers to connect with this material that helps them develop their understanding of their feelings.

How fast do trees grow? How do trees begin their lives? Do all trees have the same life cycle? These questions and more are answered in this accessible look at the life cycle of a tree. Young readers will be exposed to the various stages of plant growth and development in this volume, which touches upon critical science curriculum topics. They will also gain a deeper appreciation for other living things and environmental concerns. Vivid, full-color photographs, accessible diagrams, and useful fact boxes add depth to readers' understanding of this important topic.

This fun-filled and age-appropriate book explores the ways in which we experience happiness. Young readers are introduced to the colorfully charismatic character Captain Cheerful, who exhibits happiness throughout the main text. The compelling comic book style, illustrations, and appealing, full-color photographs draw readers in, allowing them to relate more easily to this essential subject matter. They are also encouraged through the simple and accessible text to explore what causes emotional responses and how to embrace them with positivity. Readers are sure to have a smile on their face after engaging with this joyful text.

Young readers are exposed to the life cycle of a honeybee in this charming and engaging book. In reading this age-appropriate and accessible main text, they will gain essential knowledge of current science curriculum topics and develop a deeper appreciation for the world of living things around them. Informative fact boxes, instructional diagrams, and eye-catching photographs provide extra insight and present this familiar elementary topic in a fresh and creative light for young readers. Bees are an important part of the natural world, and readers are sure to enjoy discovering fun facts about their life cycle.

Readers will take an exciting journey to the farm to learn about the life cycle of a chicken in this charming and informative book. Through the age-appropriate and accessible main text, young learners will expand their knowledge of critical science curriculum topics. They will also be exposed to the similarities and differences between the life cycle of a chicken and those of other living things, allowing them to compare and contrast. Colorful design elements, including vibrant photographs, informative diagrams, and useful fact boxes, work together to give additional information about this essential topic and to create an engaging reading experience.

Sharks are fascinating sea creatures. These cool and complex living things are a species of fish with a unique life cycle. In this accessible and engaging volume, young readers will learn about the life cycle of a shark and how it compares and contrasts with the life cycles of other animals living in oceans around the world. As they deepen their knowledge of the natural world and of these popular predators, they also expand their understanding of essential science curriculum concepts. In addition to the informative main text, useful fact boxes, instructional diagrams, and vibrant photographs enhance the reading experience.

Young readers are exposed to the life cycle of a honeybee in this charming and engaging book. In reading this age-appropriate and accessible main text, they will gain essential knowledge of current science curriculum topics and develop a deeper appreciation for the world of living things around them. Informative fact boxes, instructional diagrams, and eye-catching photographs provide extra insight and present this familiar elementary topic in a fresh and creative light for young readers. Bees are an important part of the natural world, and readers are sure to enjoy discovering fun facts about their life cycle.

Young learners are introduced to the colorful and charismatic Can't-Wait A-Gator in this age-appropriate and accessible book about experiencing feelings of excitement. Through this essential material they learn how to connect with and embrace their own feelings of excitement and express themselves in a healthy manner. This fun look at feelings features a unique comic book design, vibrant photographs, and adorable illustrations, that draw in readers to relate to the important subject matter. Readers recognize how to understand and express their own feelings through this exciting text.

Sharks are fascinating sea creatures. These cool and complex living things are a species of fish with a unique life cycle. In this accessible and engaging volume, young readers will learn about the life cycle of a shark and how it compares and contrasts with the life cycles of other animals living in oceans around the world. As they deepen their knowledge of the natural world and of these popular predators, they also expand their understanding of essential science curriculum concepts. In addition to the informative main text, useful fact boxes, instructional diagrams, and vibrant photographs enhance the reading experience.