Where

Where Stories Lead

Stories Lead

connection, curiosity, empathy, or helping kids better understand themselves and one another. Sometimes those ideas grow beyond the pages of a book.

They become conversations, student collaborations, community partnerships, and opportunities to put those ideas into action. This is where I’ll share those projects, the people who make them possible, and what we’re learning along the way.

My books often begin with a simple idea

Children sit in a forest clearing while an adult reads to them beside a leashed dog.

What’s Unfolding

A New Story is Coming Soon: Tavi the Terrapin

Illustration of Tavi the terrapin by a lakeshore, with a dragonfly, alligator, and trees in the background; text reads “Tavi the Terrapin Coming Soon!”

Tavi carries the weight of old scutes, holding on to what no longer serves him. But as his shell grows heavier, he begins to miss the joys unfolding all around him.

Can Tavi learn to let go of the past and make room for today?

Follow along as Tavi's story comes to life—from the first words to the final illustrations!

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Journey Beyond The Pages

Close-up illustration of a friendly gray hippopotamus with large eyes, rounded snout, and visible teeth.

Big emotions are a natural part of growing up. These free printable coloring pages offer a gentle way to support emotional awareness through creativity!

Download your Ludwig coloring book pages as a complimentary gift! They are a perfect companion to the Ludwig the Hippo book or as a stand alone activity.