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A Little Cat with a Big Dream
by Chris Forsberg
Never give up. Never stop dreaming.
Ages 3–8DreamsPerseveranceCourage
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by Liz Forsberg · Ages 3–8
The Sand Monkey's Secret
“One sunset. One secret promise. A summer to remember.”
Every summer, Emma visits the beach with Grandma. This year she meets a tiny Sand Monkey who shows her what kindness looks like and what a promise is worth. Some secrets stay in the sand. Some stay in your heart forever.
Ages 3–8KindnessAdventureKeeping promises
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Sunset, sand, and a secret.
A handful of pages from the middle of the book. Watercolor dunes, low golden light, and one very small friend who leaves surprises behind.
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“Some secrets stay in the sand. Some stay in your heart forever.”
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Care for Our Coast
A community reading, an environmental activity pitched at the right age, and a sponsor-funded book donation. Built around this story for coastal schools, aquariums, museums and families.
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