Harry the Caterpillar is much more than an endearing story about a forest critter that faces personal frustration and thoughts of inadequacy. It is also a tale of optimism and hope. Harry the Caterpillar lives in a lush forest with his best friend, Barry the Bird. As much as Harry enjoys visiting and exploring the many exquisite sites in his woodland home, he is continually frustrated by the slow pace he travels as he wanders from one fascinating spot to the next. Oh, how he wishes he had the freedom to spread wings and take to the sky with his bird buddy. Instead, he concedes that he...

The leaves on the forest trees are turning from shades of summer to shades of autumn. Winter is coming and Baxter the bear cub will be facing his first hibernation. Baxter has a great fear that he will suffer nightmares during his long winter nap. He confides in his friends, Harry, a butterfly, and Barry, a bird. Together they help Baxter through his struggle. Baxter's Hibernation is sure to entertain while teaching the value of trust and cooperation. This is a book to be cherished by children and their parents alike. Michelle M. Birkenstock grew up in the picturesque and historically...