Books in Stories for Smaller Kids series

This beautifully illustrated, romantic, and inspiring tale of a young boy who dreams of going out to sea is inspired by the story of Christopher Columbus. Evoking all the marvel and excitement of a young traveler planning such a voyage, this charming story reveals an important message to children and their parents about dreams enhancing their lives and wishes being made a reality.

Incorrigible mischief-maker Pedro taunts and teases girls with his pet toad, hoping to get an “ew” or two out of them in this vibrantly illustrated twist on the classic fairy tale. While most of the girls squeal and squirm when faced with the slimy toad, one little girl finds her Prince Charming in the amphibian and when the girl kisses the toad, they live happily ever after—but not as one might expect.

The unlikely friendship between a boy and a bug is at the center of this playful story about overcoming differences. Tito meets a mosquito after the buzzing insect gets scared into his house by his dog Skip's barking. At first the three of them have trouble understanding one another, but by communicating and learning about each other, they become friends. Beginning readers will delight at the bright pages and simple, confidence-building text of this tale of foes-turned-friends.

This triumphant story of a journey begins optimistically, but Beetle soon finds his trek is more difficult than he had originally thought. But with determination and creativity he finds a short cut that eventually leads him to his destination—the sea. Once there, Beetle relaxes and feels the satisfaction of knowing that he has reached his goal. With each page, readers learn that although it may not always be easy to accomplish a goal, hard work, determination, and a little bit of luck can make it possible. Each beautifully illustrated page of Beetle's journey to the sea reveals a new scene that reflects the changing moods and outlook of Beetle throughout the journey.

Stories include the love of a family for a mentally challenged sibling; the bond between a child and his adopted pet; the attempt by different generations to reach each other; the love between sisters; and the eternal bond between those we have loved and ourselves. 1) This is the fourth in the "Stories For Kids" series and follows on the heels of the successful humor and science fiction volumes (both in their second printings), and the detective volume. 2) This is the first book of love stories with Jewish themes for this market and fills a gap that has existed for years.

Stories include the love of a family for a mentally challenged sibling; the bond between a child and his adopted pet; the attempt by different generations to reach each other; the love between sisters; and the eternal bond between those we have loved and ourselves. 1) This is the fourth in the "Stories For Kids" series and follows on the heels of the successful humor and science fiction volumes (both in their second printings), and the detective volume. 2) This is the first book of love stories with Jewish themes for this market and fills a gap that has existed for years.