Books + Writing

This beautiful book will help you teach the concept of gratitude to your little one. It’s filled with mindful exercises to teach children how to practice and learn how to apply gratitude in their life. It also aims to engage with their developing fine motor skills and heart and mind. Listening and talking with your child sends a wonderful message of caring and love. And the simple practice of bringing a gentle, accepting attitude to the present moment can help minimize anxiety and increase happiness. This board book joins Cottage Door Press' line of mindfulness titles, which aims to help young ones develop mindfulness and gain an understanding of their ever evolving emotions.This mindfulness book teaches toddlers and parents alike how to stay present and focus on feelings of thankfulness. Grounding strategies such as finger-tracing and breathwork help show little ones how to wind down at the end of a big day.

This beautiful hardcover book by award-winning author Vesna M. Bailey is one of the most inspiring gift books published in this decade. It has pages and pages of timeless notes that are highlighted with elegant black and white photography. Overflowing with gentle words of wisdom, advice, and encouragement, it's a perfect gift for any new family. "Notes to my Baby."

Reach for new heights with Vice President Kamala Harris. Organize voter registration with Stacey Abrams. Spread messages of kindness with Lady Gaga. And captain a team of Olympic gymnasts with Aly Raisman. This collection of 25 stories includes the most beloved stories of leadership from the first three volumes of the New York Times best-selling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. And also features 11 brand new tales of women’s activism, bravery, and vision. Rebel Girls Lead celebrates the leadership of women from Michelle Obama to Malala Yousafzai. It is illustrated by female and nonbinary artists from around the world. Author - Short: Rebel Girls Pages (actual): 64

This collection features 25 inspiring tales of neurodivergent artists, athletes, innovators, and more. Read about how these women and girls thought creatively, achieved their dreams, and advocated for the rights of neurodivergent people everywhere. Walk the runway with Madeline Stuart, the first professional model with Down syndrome. Steal the scene with Salma Hayek, the award-winning actor with dyslexia. Learn how journalist and TV host Lisa Ling thrives with ADD, and how Temple Grandin's autism has opened up new and compassionate ways of interacting with animals. This book pairs inspiring, easy-to-read text with colorful full-page portraits created by female and nonbinary artists from all around the world. Plus, scannable codes let you listen to longer stories on the Rebel Girls app! Author - Short: Rebel Girls Pages (actual): 64

This adorable bookmark features a studious raccoon sitting on a tall stack of books with "Read Trash" script. Includes bookmark tassel. -2.5" x 8" - glossy heavy laminate -green silk bookmark tassel -blank on the back cute bookmark | unique bookmark | bookstore gifts | funny bookmark

Celebrate the true meaning of love! Packed with fun surprises and fuzzy forest animal friends, this adorable Peek-a-Flap highlights all the ways one expresses unconditional love. Thoughtful, open-ended questions found under every sturdy lift-a-flap allow kiddos to ponder and answer ways they can show love and appreciation towards others. A perfect book that celebrates love, kindness, and empathy all year long! Collect the entire Peek-a-Flap series from Cottage Door Press! Sturdy, thick board pages and durable flaps are designed to withstand traditional wear and tear for curious little infants and toddlers. Touches on themes of empathy and unconditional love.

Wiggle the I Love You heart finger puppet and read a sweet story treat with your little Valentine! Give a book instead of candy! Soft, adorable finger puppet that looks just like a best-loved conversation candy heart. Featuring chunky board book pages that are just right for little hands to turn the pages, and durable enough to last for years. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will be all smiles and giggles when spending together-time on Valentine's Day! Beautiful illustrations and sweet rhyming text make this finger puppet board book a favorite to share with your little boys and girls. This cute rhyming story entertains while teaching language patterns to babies and toddlers in their first years.

Be the best Valentine with this awesome first sticker book for boys and girls! Follow the numbers to choose stickers to make silly "punny" Valentines for friends, family, and classmates. Building pictures is a puzzle and matching activity. Kids love to "paint by stickers!" See shapes, colors, numbers, and animals. Pages tear out, for giving and trading. Stickers can be repositioned before they are set permanently. Includes glitter stickers too! An excellent activity for plane travel, car rides, or anywhere quiet. Take to restaurants, the doctor's office, grandma's house, or anywhere! Perfect for preschool kids who are excited about making Valentines!

Look, find, and laugh as you search 13 super-busy scenes for fun Valentine's stuff! The Valentine postal carriers go to the ends of the earth - and under it and over it - to bring Valentine cheer to all! See behind the scenes at the tree-top post office, then head to the south pole, a swamp, and go under the sea to search out all the fun. This big hardcover book with paper pages is entertaining for all ages. Take it along to quiet places, like restaurants, car rides, or plane trips -- hours of I Spy fun for boys and girls! Collect the entire I Spy with My Little Eye series as well as other Valentine's titles from Cottage Door Press! Lively, rhyming, and educational, this fun Valentine's book asks "I Spy" questions to help engage kids further into the story for an interactive experience.