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Stories To Grow By
Three engaging short stories for readers in second through fourth grade, each teaching important and relatable life lessons that children can understand and apply.
THE LAND OF NO RULES: Tommy is upset because his parents' rules stop him from doing what he wants. That night, he dreams of a world without rules, but things quickly go wrong. By morning, Tommy realizes rules have an important purpose, and he apologizes for his behavior the night before.
THE NEW SCHOOL: Rosie is nervous and sad about moving to a new town. She has to leave her school, her friends, and all the familiar places she loves. But everything changes when she makes a new friend on her first day of school.
THE PICKY EATER: Vincent refuses to try new foods because he doesn’t like unfamiliar tastes or textures. After sneaking into the kitchen late at night to eat his favorite foods, he finds that nothing tastes right—except the family’s dinner. He decides trying new foods might not be so bad after all. Available in hardback, paperback, digital, and audiobook formats as are all Millie's children's books
THE LAND OF NO RULES: Tommy is upset because his parents' rules stop him from doing what he wants. That night, he dreams of a world without rules, but things quickly go wrong. By morning, Tommy realizes rules have an important purpose, and he apologizes for his behavior the night before.
THE NEW SCHOOL: Rosie is nervous and sad about moving to a new town. She has to leave her school, her friends, and all the familiar places she loves. But everything changes when she makes a new friend on her first day of school.
THE PICKY EATER: Vincent refuses to try new foods because he doesn’t like unfamiliar tastes or textures. After sneaking into the kitchen late at night to eat his favorite foods, he finds that nothing tastes right—except the family’s dinner. He decides trying new foods might not be so bad after all. Available in hardback, paperback, digital, and audiobook formats as are all Millie's children's books
A Purr-fect Friend: A Chapter Book
Kayla is an only child who longs for a furry friend to keep her company in the quiet Montana countryside. When she discovers a tiny kitten left by the roadside in a cardboard box, her wish finally comes true—or so she thinks. But taking care of Chester isn’t as easy as she imagined. Hiding him from her parents, sneaking supplies, and trying to nurse him back to health all by herself quickly becomes overwhelming.
As Chester’s condition worsens, Kayla faces a crucial decision: should she keep her secret or ask for help before it’s too late?
The Purr-fect Friend is more than a story about a girl and her kitten—it’s a tender tale of responsibility, honesty, and growing up. Young readers will connect with Kayla’s deep desire to be trusted and capable, even as she learns that asking for help is sometimes the bravest thing of all. A perfect read for families and classrooms alike, this story encourages empathy, resilience, and the beauty of second chances.
A heartwarming chapter book for independent readers ages 7–10 (grades 2–4). Perfect for children ready to move beyond easy readers, and also a delightful read-aloud for younger children.
As Chester’s condition worsens, Kayla faces a crucial decision: should she keep her secret or ask for help before it’s too late?
The Purr-fect Friend is more than a story about a girl and her kitten—it’s a tender tale of responsibility, honesty, and growing up. Young readers will connect with Kayla’s deep desire to be trusted and capable, even as she learns that asking for help is sometimes the bravest thing of all. A perfect read for families and classrooms alike, this story encourages empathy, resilience, and the beauty of second chances.
A heartwarming chapter book for independent readers ages 7–10 (grades 2–4). Perfect for children ready to move beyond easy readers, and also a delightful read-aloud for younger children.