A Meaningful Story for Schools & Libraries
The Little Red Puppy series is designed to help young readers explore belonging, courage, empathy, and self-confidence in a gentle, relatable way. These books are an excellent fit for classrooms, library storytime, literacy programs, and social-emotional learning initiatives.
Children connect deeply with Stella’s experiences — feeling nervous, hopeful, curious, excited, and brave. These stories help students reflect on their own feelings in a safe and encouraging way.
“When books reflect how children feel, they learn they are never alone.”
- Encourages emotional awareness and discussion
- Builds empathy, resilience, and confidence
- Supports conversation around friendship and belonging
- Strengthens early reading engagement
- Ideal for group reading and guided reflection
Perfect for Schools, Libraries & Community Programs
Our events are designed for young readers, educators, and families who believe in the power of storytelling to help children learn, connect, reflect — and dream big.
Recommended for Ages 6–8 (Grades 1–3)
The stories can be enjoyed as read-aloud books or explored independently by emerging readers. The language, pacing, and themes are intentionally crafted to support comprehension and connection.
Meaningful Classroom & Storytime Conversation
Educators frequently share that The Little Red Puppy opens the door to heartfelt conversations. Here are a few prompts you may find helpful:
Sample Questions
• What feelings does Stella experience in the story?
• Have you ever felt nervous or unsure — what helped you?
• What does belonging mean to you?
• How can we help others feel welcome?
Flexible for a Variety of Learning Environments
Content ideas:
✔ Morning meeting
✔ SEL block
✔ Guided reading
✔ Small-group discussion
✔ Independent reading corner
✔ Library programming
We offer engaging author visits, readings, and Q&A sessions that help students connect even more deeply with Stella’s journey.
The Little Red Puppy books are available through several trusted retailers and through our publishing partner. Libraries and schools are always welcome.