Books in the Series and More on the Way!
The Great Heartwood Forest Contest
Anna Belle Sparkles and the Hidden Hollow
Book 1 (Differentiated Story)
What Happens When a Salmon is Asked to Fly?
When the forest holds a contest with the same rules for everyone, Sally Salmon feels "not smart" because she can't fly or run. This story helps students embrace the Power of Yet and find their own "Berry Thicket" niche.
Anna Belle Sparkles and the Hidden Hollow
Anna Belle Sparkles and the Hidden Hollow
Book 2 (Differentiated Story)
Anna Belle’s telekinesis and Alchemi’s scientific logic are put to the test when their crystal tower keeps tumbling. They learn that success—in building and in learning—requires a strong foundation.
Riki Rabbit and the Twig Hoop
Book 3 (Differentiated Story)
Riki Rabbit sees a rolling hoop where others only see a pile of sticks. With the help of Red Willow Fox and her Anchor Friend, Sammy Skunk, Riki proves that practice is the bridge between a vision and reality.
The Mischievous Monkeys and the Golden Mangos
Book 4
(One Version Story)
Grades 4–5:
Written to grade-level standards.
Grades 1–3: Recommended as an engaging Read-Aloud!
Fee Fee and Margie are identical twin monkey whirlwinds who love collecting "exotic treasures" (like rhinestone sunglasses and magenta floppy hats). But when their high-energy play leads to The Great Mango Fiasco, the
Book 4
(One Version Story)
Grades 4–5:
Written to grade-level standards.
Grades 1–3: Recommended as an engaging Read-Aloud!
Fee Fee and Margie are identical twin monkey whirlwinds who love collecting "exotic treasures" (like rhinestone sunglasses and magenta floppy hats). But when their high-energy play leads to The Great Mango Fiasco, the forest floor becomes a sticky disaster! This story follows the twins as they accidentally ruin Professor Purrfect’s ocelot tracking lesson with a "torrential mango storm."
As the twins witness the impact of their "finders-keepers" attitude and their messy antics, they experience a tiny spark of "heart guilt." This leads to the "Silent Fix"—a lesson in restitution where they quietly return the ocelots' bicycles and learn that taking responsibility is the first step toward growth.
Do we judge a fish by her ability to fly?
Each year, animals gather for a chance to win the title of “Extraordinary Creature of the Year.”
To win, a contestant must succeed in three trials: swimming, flying, and running.
Sally Salmon is the first to compete.
She feels strong and confident as she swims through the murky algae-colored river, her torpedo-shaped body gliding through the turbulent current with precision.
She joyfully leaps several feet into the humid air and splashes back down gracefully.
In the water, she is extraordinary!
Trill Sparrow lives in Berry Thicket.
She is small and agile, flying low through the dense bushes without ever getting caught in the prickly thorns.
Her melodic, rhythmic songs guide others to the ripest red and purple berries hidden in clusters deep within the leaves.
She is known as helpful, thoughtful, and generous.
In the thicket, she is extraordinary!
Now it is Miles Dash Cheetah’s turn.
He is a powerful runner, built for speed.
His body moves like a spring, launching him forward with force and grace.
His claws grip the rich, dark, uneven forest floor, and his long tail keeps him balanced through sharp turns.
He is the fastest animal in the forest and can sprint up to seventy miles an hour in short bursts!
On land, he is fearless, in control, and extraordinary!
Then Red Willow Fox raises her paw...
“All this time, we have been comparing ourselves instead of paying attention to our own strengths.”
“If we judge a fish by her ability to fly, she will believe she is not smart or not good enough.”
Sage Alder Owl, perched high in an old oak tree, nods thoughtfully
“We do not all learn the same things in the same way, in the same order, or become great at everything we try,” he says.
“But that is all right.”
“We discover who we are by doing what we love—and practicing it a little each day.”
“When we do that, life has a way of working out.”
More Than a Story: Bonus Content
Literacy, SEL, Nature, and Discovery!
Our stories don't stop at literacy. Embedded within the pages are surprise mini lessons designed to spark curiosity across multiple subjects:
- Science Spotlights: Explore real habitats like The Bromeliad Hotel and the layers of the forest.
- Grammar Guides: Quick, playful tips on tricky words (like how to actually pronounce mischievous!).
- Curi
Our stories don't stop at literacy. Embedded within the pages are surprise mini lessons designed to spark curiosity across multiple subjects:
- Science Spotlights: Explore real habitats like The Bromeliad Hotel and the layers of the forest.
- Grammar Guides: Quick, playful tips on tricky words (like how to actually pronounce mischievous!).
- Curiosity Sparks: Fun dives into fascinating concepts like telekinesis to stretch young minds.