“The Mixed-up Chameleon” by Eric Carle

"The Mixed-up Chameleon" is a classic Eric Carle book, about a chameleon who wishes he can be something more, and do a multitude of other things. After feeling all mixed up and unable to be himself, he soon realizes that he misses his old self. It's a great story about not taking for granted who…

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“I Don’t Draw, I Color” by Adam Lehrhaupt

"I Don't Draw, I Color!" by Adam Lehrhaupt and illustrated by Felicita Sala, is a lovely and simple, but powerful story about colors. It is about how colors make us feel and how they can be used to express our feelings. I think it's a great book to teach children about feelings and how to express…

“I Feel Teal” by Lauren Rille

We love painting in our house. So, when I came across this lovely book, "I Feel Teal" written by Lauren Rille and illustrated by Aimée Sicuro, I felt inspired to plan another fun painting project for the kids. This book is quickly becoming one of my favourites because of how expressive and beautifully Illustrated it is.…

“The Elephant’s Garden” by Jane Ray

"The Elephant's Garden" by Jane Ray is a stunning picture book that I recently added to the kids collection. It is a beautifully Illustrated tale about fortune and greed, learning to accept what you have and being grateful for what you have. In the case of this story, it is a luscious fruit garden that is…

“Ava and the Rainbow (who stayed)” by Ged Adamson

"Ava and the Rainbow (Who Stayed)" by Ged Adamson is a sweet story about a girl and a rainbow that stuck around town for a while and brought joy to everyone who encountered it. It's a story that demonstrates how nostalgia is fleeting and reminds us not to take for granted the beautiful little things in…