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Learning is built into the action of these stories. Children meet zoo animals, investigate bats, count friends, follow the water cycle and notice how seasons change. Other tales open conversations about cleaning shared spaces, food, science or caring for nature. The category includes simple introductions for preschoolers and longer fantasies for curious older readers, with facts serving the story rather than interrupting it.

Leo and the Magic Paintbrush

Leo is about to become a big brother, but he worries that his parents will love him less. In this magic paintbrush story about sibling jealousy, his angry drawing becomes a monster and wrecks the house. Leo must use his art to help repair the damage before meeting his baby sister, Aria.

Stompy, the Sorriesaurus

Stompy never means to hurt anyone, but his stomping causes trouble and he is afraid to say sorry. Share this dinosaur bedtime story as he learns that a real apology means helping to put things right, from a spoiled picnic to a pile of crushed berries.

Stanley the Shoe

Stanley is an old shoe left in the garden, until a city gang offers him a new adventure. This long fantasy bedtime story follows the theft of a magical shoelace and Stanley's decision to make amends. Read it in chapters with older children and talk about the choices he makes.

Sammy the Snail

Sammy the snail dreams of going fast, but a garden adventure with Lucy the ladybug helps him discover the gift of his own pace.

Watermelon Duke

Duke is a young watermelon sprout with big plans for Farmer Joe’s garden. In this watermelon bedtime story, hungry rabbits threaten the patch, Duke invents a prickly defense, and a friendship with Clara the cow helps both plants and animals look after one another.