Michael Dotsikas, critically acclaimed children’s author, creates mindful and socially conscious stories sharing valuable messages on kindness, teamwork, friendship, honesty and determination—priceless books that not only entertain, but engage and educate readers of all ages.
Benjamin Birdie’s First Flight is the debut picture book in the Benjamin Birdie Children’s Book Series, and introduces Benjamin Birdie -- the little bird with a BIG dream! Benjamin Birdie is anxious to fly like all the other birds in the sky. But his mama tells him he isn't quite ready yet. Benjamin doesn't listen and tries to give flying a go but falls all the way down from the top of the tree to the forest floor. Now Benjamin Birdie must ask for help from all the other tree-dwelling animals to get back to his nest at the top of the tree. Charming rhymes and colorful illustrations bring this story about friendship to life and teach the importance of coming together to help someone in need. Children will learn about different exotic animals, what makes each of them special and how each of their unique qualities help get Benjamin back home to his nest. The book includes a glossary and an educational appendix of animal fun facts.
Benjamin Birdie and the Tree Dwellers, the sequel to the award-winning Benjamin Birdie's First Flight, continues the adventures of Benjamin Birdie in his quest to fly. After an unsuccessful first flight, Benjamin Birdie is still anxious to fly high in the sky like all the other birds. With his wings now grown stronger, and support from his mom, Benjamin is ready to give flying another try. Nervously leaping from his nest, he stumbles at first, but recovers just in time after hearing the encouraging voices of all his tree-dwelling friends, cheering him on! Benjamin’s newfound flying skills inspire his friends to follow their own dreams and attempt things once thought they couldn’t do. Join Benjamin Birdie and his tree-dwelling friends as they learn to believe in themselves, all while seeing just how important it is to be there for a friend when they’re not feeling sure of themselves. Sometimes a friend is all you need to find confidence and courage to soar to new, spectacular heights! This entertaining sequel includes a glossary and an educational appendix of additional animal fun facts.
Where are Shayla’s Socks is the first book in the whimsical children’s book series featuring Shayla, a high-spirited and adventurous young schoolgirl named Shayla. In this debut series book, Shayla wakes up one bright early morning and her favorite socks are missing! They mysteriously disappeared in the middle of the night and are nowhere to be found. Did they scamper away in Shayla’s sleep and not bother to say goodbye? Join Shayla and her mom in this fun, lyrical mystery-adventure as they search high and low for Shayla s mischievous socks while dreaming up several fun and unusual scenarios that her socks could have been in from going to a ballgame to joining the circus to soaring through a starlit sky all with a surprisingly clever twist at the end.
Decoding Crypto with Henri & Hodler
Learn about Bitcoin and crypto—whilst having fun!
Join crypto-enthusiasts Henri and Hodler as they take an adventurous and fun journey learning about the history and evolution of money and discovering key topics about the future of money, from “Bitcoin” and “Ethereum” to “DeFi” and “NFTs.”
Decoding Crypto is a fun and accessible book that provides a solid foundational understanding of cryptocurrencies and blockchain through richly illustrated and playfully narrated pages, along with several interactive elements that enhance learning and encourage reader participation.
Come join Henri and Hodler, as no concept is too confounding for these cool crypto guides and their clever rhymes!