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Sowing the Seeds of Learning with Our Food Grows
Understanding where food comes from is a fundamental part of developing a healthy relationship with what we eat. In Our Food Grows, author Sarah M. White introduces young readers to the journey of fruits, vegetables, and grains from the farm to the table. With vibrant illustrations by Tessa Gibbs, this engaging picture book offers a delightful and accessible look at the natural processes that bring food to our plates.
A Celebration of Growing and Eating
Perfect for curious kids and budding gardeners, Our Food Grows invites children to explore the wonders of nature and agriculture. Whether inspiring young minds to start their own garden or teaching them about healthy eating, this book provides a hands-on, interactive approach to food education.
Key Features:
- Early Food Education – Simple, easy-to-understand explanations of how food is grown and harvested.
- Connecting with Nature – Bright, collage-based illustrations help children appreciate the environment.
- Healthy Eating Habits – Encourages positive attitudes toward food from an early age.
- Interactive and Engaging – Sparks curiosity about gardening and sustainability.
Meet the Author
Sarah M. White is an author, educator, and mom who writes in both English and Spanish. She has authored several children’s books for Spanish-language learners, as well as the adult memoir-in-verse Today I Left the House: Diary of a First-Time Mom. Her work has been featured in Highlights High Five magazine, and she is a member of SCBWI and Redbud Writers Guild. Sarah lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her family, where she enjoys reading, writing, and spending time outdoors.
Meet the Illustrator
Tessa Gibbs is an artist and stay-at-home mom who loves creating illustrations inspired by nature, food, and animals. She enjoys experimenting with different artistic mediums and hopes to instill a love for creativity in her children. Born and raised in Wisconsin, she now lives in Madison with her husband and two children.
With its engaging storytelling and vibrant artwork, Our Food Grows is a joyful celebration of food and nature that teaches children the importance of understanding where their meals come from.
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A Magical Journey Through Nature: Animal Adventures: Day in the Forest
Animal Adventures: Day in the Forest by Alexandra Claire is a delightful board book that brings the wonders of the woodland to life for young readers. Designed for ages 0-3, this beautifully crafted book combines stunning photography with gentle, rhythmic rhymes to create a captivating experience perfect for early learners and nature lovers alike.
A Visual and Rhythmic Delight
From sunrise to sunset, little ones will follow along as foxes, squirrels, rabbits, and other woodland creatures explore their forest home. The vibrant, full-color images and lyrical text work together to engage a child’s curiosity and foster a love for nature. The book’s calming tone and rhythmic storytelling make it an excellent choice for bedtime reading, helping little ones wind down while immersing them in the magic of the forest.
A Perfect Addition to Any Child’s Library
With its sturdy board book format, Day in the Forest is built to withstand little hands eager to explore its pages. Whether given as a baby shower gift, a birthday present, or simply as a bedtime favorite, this book is sure to become a treasured part of any child’s reading routine.
A Series That Grows with Young Readers
Part of the Animal Adventures series, this book is a wonderful introduction to the natural world. Young readers who enjoy it can continue their journey with Animal Adventures: Day at the Farm, making it a fantastic series for fostering early learning and a connection to the environment.
If you’re looking for a beautifully illustrated, engaging book that nurtures a love for nature and storytelling, Animal Adventures: Day in the Forest is a must-have addition to your child’s bookshelf.
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A Vibrant Celebration of Self-Expression: No One Owns the Colors
Winner of the Bookstagang Best of 2023 Picture Book Award for Best Read Aloud and a 2024 CIPA EVVY Awards Bronze Winner, No One Owns the Colors by Gianna Davy is a powerful picture book that encourages children to embrace their individuality and express themselves freely.
A Bold Message of Inclusivity and Confidence
With rhythmic, melodic text, this book delivers an empowering message: colors belong to everyone. No hue—whether pink, blue, or chartreuse—is restricted to a single gender, group, or culture. Instead, colors are a reflection of the natural world, meant to be enjoyed and celebrated by all. Inspired by real schoolyard experiences, Davy’s words give young readers the confidence to push back against outdated stereotypes and proudly embrace their personal choices—whether it’s the color of their clothing, art, or identity.
Whimsical Illustrations That Bring Colors to Life
Brenda Rodriguez’s bright, expressive artwork beautifully complements the book’s message. With a playful and dynamic style, her illustrations reflect the joy and diversity of color in both nature and human expression. The visual storytelling enhances the book’s impact, making it both engaging and thought-provoking for young readers.
A Must-Have for Young Readers and Classrooms
Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers, No One Owns the Colors is an excellent addition to any bookshelf. Its message of acceptance and individuality aligns with contemporary favorites like Pink is for Boys and The World Needs More Purple People. Whether read aloud at home or shared in a classroom setting, this book is a valuable tool for sparking discussions about self-expression, inclusion, and confidence.
With its lyrical storytelling and vibrant illustrations, No One Owns the Colors is a joyful and essential celebration of creativity, identity, and the boundless possibilities of color.
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Keep the Magic Alive: Introducing the Tooth Fairy Flylight
Remember the childhood thrill of placing a lost tooth under your pillow, eagerly awaiting a visit from the Tooth Fairy? That magical experience is one that many parents hope to recreate for their little ones. Now, there’s a way to make this tradition even more enchanting—introducing the Tooth Fairy Flylight, the first-of-its-kind magical light that signals the Tooth Fairy’s arrival!
A Modern Twist on a Timeless Tradition
The Tooth Fairy Flylight takes the classic tooth-losing milestone and turns it into an unforgettable family tradition. Instead of simply placing a tooth under the pillow, kids can now use the Flylight Nightlight to notify the Tooth Fairy with a dazzling display of colorful lights. This interactive approach helps keep the wonder alive, especially in a world where children start questioning the magic around them.
Created by Brooke Meisenzahl, a mom who wanted to make the Tooth Fairy experience more meaningful for her daughter, the Tooth Fairy Flylight is designed to make every lost tooth feel like a special event. The Flylight not only adds an extra layer of excitement, but it also includes a beautifully illustrated storybook that explains the Tooth Fairy’s whimsical world and a Little Tooth Notebook for kids to record all their toothy milestones.
Why Families Love the Tooth Fairy Flylight
Parents are raving about how the Flylight makes the Tooth Fairy visit more engaging and memorable. It’s more than just a nightlight—it’s a keepsake that turns a simple tradition into a cherished childhood memory.
The Tooth Fairy Flylight Bundle ($40) includes:
- The Storybook – A heartwarming tale that answers fun questions like, “Where do lost teeth go?”
- The Flylight Nightlight – A magical light show that beams colorful shapes onto the ceiling to signal the Tooth Fairy.
- The Little Tooth Notebook – A special activity book for kids to record their tooth-losing adventures.
A Magical Experience in Action
There’s nothing quite like witnessing the magic of the Tooth Fairy Flylight firsthand. The anticipation builds as a child gently places their lost tooth in the tray, eyes wide with excitement. With a simple press of a button, the room transforms—the ceiling comes to life with a vibrant dance of glowing shapes, and an air of wonder fills the space. In that moment, the magic is real.
Parents share stories of their children giggling with delight, whispering hopeful messages to the Tooth Fairy, and drifting off to sleep with the comforting glow of the Flylight by their side. It’s more than just a fun gadget—it’s a way to capture the fleeting wonder of childhood, ensuring that every lost tooth becomes a treasured memory.
Celebrate Tooth Fairy Day with 25% Off!
To make this magical experience even sweeter, Tooth Fairy Flylight is offering an exclusive 25% off sitewide in celebration of Tooth Fairy Day!
📅 Sale Dates: February 23 – March 1
✨ Discount Code: MAGICAL25This is the perfect opportunity to start a new family tradition and bring some extra magic into your child’s life. Don’t miss out on this special deal!
For more details and to shop the Tooth Fairy Flylight, visit toothfairyflylight.com and follow along on Instagram @toothfairyflylight. ✨
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Aspire Brewing Enjoys Elite Honors in Eight Categories in the 2024 Community’s Choice Awards
Aspire Brewing has been awarded the top honor in an impressive eight categories in the 2024 Community’s Choice Awards, covering a range of awards for food, chef, venue and activities.
First-place awards were bestowed for Best Burger, Best Wings, Best Brewery, Best Outdoor Dining/Patio, Best Chef (Kathy Egan), Best Axe/Pool/Darts, Best Event Venue and Best Bar. A second-place honor went to Ben English for Best Boss.
“This is truly exciting news that reflects the exceptional experience we seek to provide to our valued customers every day,” said Aspire Brewing CEO Ben English. “We deeply appreciate the support and loyalty our guests offer, which has been evident since we opened in 2023. We humbly accept these awards and vow to continue to innovate and expand Aspire’s premium experience. All of us here graciously thank voters for this recognition.”
The 2024 Community’s Choice Awards celebrates the best in businesses and organizations in 180 regions across the country. The program is sponsored by Gannett Co., Inc.’s USA Today Network of newspapers and news websites, which includes the Times Herald-Record and RecordOnline.com in Orange County, N.Y. Nominations were submitted by the public during the summer. Voting began in the fall. More than 500 businesses, from trendy hotspots to hidden gems, competed.Aspire Brewing, at 600 N. Galleria Drive in Middletown, N.Y., is owned by the Patel family. Aspire Brewing is a modern, cutting-edge 30,000-square-foot brewery offering a traditional tap room and beer hall with 40 self-pouring taps providing beers, ciders and wines. Its family-friendly restaurant and entertainment facility features live music on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, including about how to host events at Aspire Brewing, visit AspireBrewing.com.
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Nuclear Site’s Shadowy Past Leads to Present-Day Horrors in Haunting New Book, Snitchland
Based on a real place, real people and real stories gleaned from clandestine meetings with whistleblowers, Snitchland, from author and playwright Tim Mulligan, plunges readers in the town of Richland, Washington, where buried nuclear waste is rearing its ugly head.
“There is plenty of reporting and history about this nuclear cleanup site — and it’s a pretty dark history,” Mulligan said. “My goal here is to tell a story about what it’s like to live in this type of town, near this real-life place — and make it provocative, scary, thrilling and, hopefully, really funny as well.”
Mulligan grew up in Richland, and after a tunnel collapse at the Hanford nuclear plant in 2017, he felt compelled to dig deeper into the town’s and the nuclear plant’s history. The result is a trilogy of eerie tales packaged as graphic novels.
“I wanted to put my own fictionalized spin on the plight of the whistleblower — one of many who have made safety complaints for years, and suffered retribution — and make it a ghost story, guided by the ghosts of people who have suffered the consequences of this dangerous place. The Witchland Trilogy takes this real-life toxic location and throws scary scenarios into the mix. Perfect for a series of graphic novels!”
Snitchland takes place six months following the events of Witchland, the first graphic novel in the series, and draws upon hundreds of stories from whistleblowers in Richland to tell the story of a diverse family facing extreme tragedy — misfortune, extreme health concerns, unsafe conditions and death — after moving to a town plagued by decades of wrongdoing. A ghost story, a moving family drama and a love story, Snitchland is a suspenseful and cautionary tale about what can happen when one, or many, tries to shed light on the dangers lurking in a community — and unspeakable horror happens.
Told with stunning artwork by illustrator Pyrink, Snitchland is part of the Witchland Trilogy, a series of scary (and surprisingly funny) immersive plays, each also adapted into beautiful graphic novels. The trilogy centers on one truly modern family’s experiences after moving to the town of Richland, which of course involves working at the infamous Hanford nuclear plant. The third installment, Twitchland, is scheduled for release in early 2025.
A BookTrib reviewer called Mulligan’s work, “Chernobyl meets The Haunting of Hill House.”
“It’s amazing that it [Richland] hasn’t made its way into pop culture, and people don’t know that there’s this place that has such a bizarre and scary reputation,” Mulligan added.
About the Author
Tim Mulligan wrote the Witchland Trilogy, based on his own experiences growing up in the real Witchland. In addition to the Witchland World plays and graphic novel adaptations, Mulligan wrote the plays Point Loma and Bitchland, as well as the bestselling Perfect 10 cookbooks. An avid fan of theater, movies, books, TV and pretty much all things pop culture, especially in the horror genre, Mulligan and his partner, Sean, have homes in Palm Springs, San Diego and Los Angeles.
For more information, please visit www.witchlandplay.com, or connect with the author on Instagram and Facebook at witchlandplay.
Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/
Snitchland-Graphic-Novel-Tim- Mulligan/dp/B0DHLQBJ65 Snitchland
Publisher: Highpoint
Release date: October 31, 2024
ISBN-13: 979-8-9908488-0-1
Available from Amazon.com
