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Book #1 in the Folk Art Animals series
Raccoon Needs a Friend: A Folk Art Animals Story about Shyness and Friendship
Raccoon is a shy little animal who wants to make a friend, but stepping out of his comfort zone feels difficult. When an unexpected moment arrives in the forest, Raccoon must decide whether to stay hidden in his tree or try something new.
As he listens, looks, and slowly explores the world around him, Raccoon discovers that courage doesn’t mean not feeling afraid—it means trying anyway.
This gentle story follows Raccoon’s journey from hesitation to connection as he learns that friendship sometimes begins with one small brave step.
Raccoon Needs a Friend is Book 1 in the Folk Art Animals series, a gentle collection of stories featuring real wooden folk art animals photographed in nature. Each book explores an emotional theme through curiosity, kindness, friendship, and thoughtful problem-solving.
*Bonus Maze for kids to help Raccoon find his friends!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great message for kids Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2025 by Jen
“As a school counselor, and a mom of two, I always look for books that have a great story and a great message. I have two daughters. Self confidence is huge. I loved the way this book teaches kids about what it means to believe in yourself.”
Book #2 in the Folk Art Animals series
Fox Gets Focused: A Folk Art Animals Story about Focus and Energy Regulation
Fox is a fast-thinking, energetic animal whose mind is always full of movement and ideas. Sometimes his excitement makes it hard for him to pause and notice what is happening around him.
When Fox’s actions accidentally upset someone in the forest, he begins to realize that slowing down can help him think more clearly.
As he reflects on what happened, Fox learns how to pause, understand his choices, and make things right again.
This gentle story shows that everyone makes mistakes—and that focus, kindness, and reflection can help us grow.
Fox gets Focused is Book 2 in the Folk Art Animals series, a gentle collection of stories featuring real wooden folk art animals photographed in nature. Each book explores an emotional theme through curiosity, kindness, friendship, and thoughtful problem-solving.
*Bonus Puzzle for kids to help Fox get focused and find all his friends!
5.0 out of 5 stars A Unique Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2025 by s.teach
“Such a cool use of art objects and photographs to tell a tale. I love it. Thank you for this simple yet very complex story about dealing with ADHD. I will be using in my classroom to help my young children understand and develop tolerance for others. I can imagine some wonderful discussions and role-play.”
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent tool to share with children that may have ADHD. Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2025 by Tina
“This book helps children recognize when they need to be aware of their actions and how they affect those around them. Through an engaging story and relatable characters, young readers learn the importance of mindfulness, empathy, and making thoughtful choices.”
Book #3 in the Folk Art Animals series
Cat is a Genius: A Folk Art Animals Story about Listening and Humility
Cat is very smart—and she knows it. But sometimes, being certain about everything can make it hard to listen to others.
When Cat begins to challenge her friends with her confidence, she is gently put to the test in the forest. As the questions become harder, Cat begins to realize that intelligence is not just about knowing answers—it is also about listening, learning, and staying open to others.
This playful story follows Cat’s journey from confidence to humility as she discovers that friendship grows stronger when we share what we know.
Cat is a Genius is Book 3 in the Folk Art Animals series, a gentle collection of stories featuring real wooden folk art animals photographed in nature. Each book explores an emotional theme through curiosity, kindness, friendship, and thoughtful problem-solving.
*Bonus Activity for kids to help Cat match the season to the tree!
5.0 out of 5 stars Deep Thoughts for the young Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2025 by M.Jeannie Hall
“This book is very creative and well put together. A real happy book for anyone to enjoy! A very young reader will love reading and re-reading this for a very long time. The author deeply understands young people.”
Book #4 in the Folk Art Animals series
Kitty and the Pure Heart Path: A Folk Art Animals Story about Belonging and Identity
Kitty is kind, gentle, and full of light—but she sometimes wonders why she feels different from everyone else.
When she notices sparkling light around her, Kitty follows a mysterious path through the forest to understand what it means.
Along the way, she meets wise forest guides who help her see that being different is not something to hide—it is something to understand and embrace.
As Kitty follows the Pure Heart Path, she discovers that her uniqueness is part of what makes her special.
Kitty and the Pure Heart Path is Book 4 in the Folk Art Animals series, a gentle collection of stories featuring real wooden folk art animals photographed in nature. Each book explores an emotional theme through curiosity, kindness, friendship, and thoughtful problem-solving.
*Bonus Activity for kids to think about what makes them unique and special!
Book #5 in the Folk Art Animals series
The Light in the Woods: A Folk Art Animals Gentle Mystery Adventure
The Light in the Woods is a comforting bedtime mystery about curiosity, courage, and friendship showing young readers that even when things feel uncertain or scary, there is always a way forward—and always a light to guide the way.
Before sunrise, four animal friends catch a glimpse of a mysterious light in the distance. Fox can’t wait to rush off and find out what it is. Raccoon worries they might get lost. Clever Cat knows to follow the clues, while kind-hearted Kitty reminds everyone to stay together.
The friends set off to solve the mystery, following clues through a peaceful woodland landscape. But Fox gets ahead of the others, and soon the friends discover that finding their way is not only about knowing which way to go—it is also about slowing down and staying together.
A mysterious riddle gives them more clues:
“IT WATCHES THE WATER,
FROM A TALL PLACE IT BEAMS,
THE LIGHT DOES NOT HURRY,
IT WAITS TO BE SEEN.”
Young readers are invited to solve the mystery alongside Raccoon, Fox, Cat, and Kitty.
Set among the natural beauty of Assateague Island, Virginia, the story gently introduces children to a real lighthouse and the idea that light can guide us through darkness.
Photographs of real, hand-carved and painted wooden folk art animals are placed in beautiful natural settings, creating a unique visual experience that combines folk art, photography, and storytelling. The peaceful woods, changing light, and natural landscape invite children to slow down and notice the world around them.
A mystery. A riddle. A beautiful journey through the woods. And a reminder that we are never alone when we have friends beside us.
The Light in the Woods is Book 5 in the Folk Art Animals series, a gentle collection of stories featuring real wooden folk art animals photographed in nature. Each book explores an emotional theme through curiosity, kindness, friendship, and thoughtful problem-solving.
*Bonus Maze for kids to help the boat find its way to the lighthouse!