Metamorphosis with a twist: the magic (and despite the amazing windows opened by science, there is always a bit of magic ) of a caterpillar turning into a butterfly is the epitome of life with all its possibilities for growth and beauty, hope and change, and the importance of the friends we meet along the way.

Rocks are awesome and they lead exciting lives (if you look at the long view ). Rocks and soil, as well as being very important in our lives, are also fascinating, especially when we can become part of their story with a hands-on time line and rock cycle to pinpoint where we are on the journey along the way. In this story Rocky lets us join him as he makes his way through the marvelous roller-coaster rock cycle, first as an igneous rock, then sedimentary, and then metamorphic. "Do you think that's the end of Rocky's story? NO WAY The rock cycle goes on and on and on in a dance that circles,...

The Story of Stumpy, the Therapy Dog, is based on a true story about an abandoned dog about to be euthanized, and the power of love and redemption, courage and commitment. Stumpy, Caitlin and Laurie aren't the only winners, however, when Stumpy becomes a therapy dog. In actuality, we are all winners when anyone brings more empathy and compassion into our everyday world. This story was written for children of all ages to thank and help publicize the wonderful programs and the hard working volunteers of animal protection groups all over the world, who make the magic happen.