Children's Books

Bringing Memories To Life

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Bringing Memories To Life

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Barbara Jean and Brenda Go to the Mardi Gras

By Stacie M. Coote
Illustrated Children’s E-Book (Digital Download)

Join Barbara Jean and her best friend Brenda on a colorful Mardi Gras adventure!
Beads sparkle, bands march, and laughter fills the air as the girls experience Louisiana’s most joyful celebration. Through friendship, culture, and fun, this story captures the excitement of childhood traditions and the pride of Southern roots.

Perfect for:
Readers who love music, parades, and celebration
Families sharing Louisiana heritage
Early elementary cultural storytime

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  • 1 PDF Digital e-book
  • Instant access after checkout

Part of the Barbara Jean Series, stories filled with heart, heritage, and happiness.

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Barbara Jean Catchés Mouches à Feu

By Stacie M. Coote
Illustrated Children’s E-Book (Digital Download)

Step into the warm Louisiana night with Barbara Jean as she discovers the glowing beauty of mouches à feu — fireflies that dance like tiny lanterns in the dark.
This Creole-inspired tale blends family storytelling, culture, and science with wonder and light, teaching children to cherish memories, traditions, and the magic of nature.

Perfect for:
Cultural storytelling & Louisiana roots
Family reading and summer nights
Classrooms exploring heritage and nature

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  • 1 Digital E-Book (PDF)
  • Instant download after checkout

A luminous story honoring Creole heritage, family love, and the glow that guides us home.

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Belle & Bea Play Dress Up

By Stacie M. Coote
Illustrated Children’s E-Book (Digital Download)

A charming rhyming story celebrating imagination, self-expression, and sisterly love. Belle and Bea, two playful twins, spend a joyful afternoon transforming their room into a fashion show filled with flower hats, sparkly boas, and giggles galore.
Through creativity and connection, they discover the magic of simply being themselves.

Perfect for:
Creative and imaginative children
Family storytime and early readers
Gifts that celebrate confidence and joy

Includes:

  • 1 PDF E-Book
  • Immediate digital access

Part of the SMC Education Services Children’s Collection, stories that nurture imagination and confidence.

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The Night Cheryl and Stacie Didn’t Catch a Frog

By Stacie M. Coote
Illustrated Children’s E-Book (Digital Download)

Inspired by childhood memories, this gentle, funny story captures a night under the stars when two sisters set out to catch a frog — but find something even more magical instead.
Through laughter, nature, and sisterhood, The Night Cheryl and Stacie Didn’t Catch a Frog reminds readers that the best adventures are often the ones that don’t go as planned.

Perfect for:
Bedtime reading and family bonding
Lessons about patience and wonder
Nature and sibling-themed gifts

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  • 1 PDF Digital download
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A sweet reminder that joy can be found in every quiet, starry moment.

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Little Sam Fixes Things!

By Stacie M. Coote
Illustrated Children’s E-Book (Digital Download)

A heartwarming story about curiosity, perseverance, and the joy of discovery.
Follow Little Sam, a young tinkerer who loves to take things apart and put them back together. When his family’s old radio stops working, Sam’s determination sparks a journey of creativity, problem-solving, and confidence that will inspire readers of all ages.

Perfect for:
Kids who love to explore and build
STEM and engineering inspiration
Family or classroom storytime

Includes:

  • 1 high-quality PDF Download
  • Immediate access after purchase

Part of the SMC Education Services Children’s Collection, stories that encourage curiosity, family connection, and self-belief.

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