The Cozy Chronicles

Tilda Tries Again is a children's book written and illustrated by Tom Percival. This inspiring story about coping with unexpected changes and big emotions is perfect for allowing children to show themselves grace for when things seem too hard, and all that matters is that we keep trying.

Thanks to the Animals is a children's book written by Allen Sockabasin and illustrated by Rebekah Raye. It was recommended by the Kirby sisters and being read by a Cozy Chronicles guest, Kate Burns. "Little Zoo Sap and his family are moving from their summer home on the coast to their winter home in the deep woods. Unnoticed, the youngster tumbles off the end of the sled. Alone, cold, and frightened, Zoo Sap cries, and his cries attract the forest animals. Beginning with beaver and ending with the great bald eagle, the animals rush to protect the baby and shelter him from the cold until his father returns for him." (Google Books, 2019)  

This week's book The Dress and the Girl was recommended by the Kirby sisters. The Dress and the Girl is written by Camille Andros and illustrated by Julie Morstad. It is a story about the power of memory, and the ways in which the simplest moments in life can be the most extraordinary.

Ivy and the Lonely Raincloud is a children's book written by Katie Harnett, and was requested by Miles and Akari. This is a story about a lonely raincloud who meets little florist friend, and tells a tale about finding friendship in unexpected places.

Catching Thoughts is a children's book written by Bonnie Clark and illustrated by Summer Macon. Catching Thoughts is a quiet story that teaches readers to practice being mindful of thoughts that bring beauty, joy, and peace.

Fiona Flamingo is a book written by Rachel Urrutia Chu, illustrated by Kate Jeffrey. Fiona Flamingo nurtures emotional intelligence and helps toddlers bring awareness to and label their feelings. All our feelings are okay!

Noticing is a children's book written by Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Elise Hurst. "What if you looked for the good in yourself, and others - what would you see?"

Owl Moon is a children's book written by Jane Yolen, and illustrated by John Schoenherr.

The Rabbit Listened is a book written and illustrated by Cori Doerrfeld. This episode is read by Morgan (mama) and Holland (age 6).