Eileen Spinelli Livres

The story revolves around Sophie, who eagerly anticipates her annual summer retreat at a rented pink cottage filled with family bonding and beach adventures. A highlight for her is sharing a room with her cousin Colleen, with whom she has always shared laughter and secrets. However, this year, Sophie's excitement is met with a hint of indifference from Colleen, now a teenager, raising questions about their evolving relationship and the changes that come with growing up.

Sophie's no ordinary house spider. She's an artist; and every web she spins is more wondrous than the one before. But don't mention that to the guests at Beekman's Boardinghouse, because they don't like spiders. No one there wants anything to do with Sophie or her magnificent creations -- no one except the woman on the third floor. She's a new mother "weaving" something herself; and when she runs out of yarn, Sophie knows the time has finally come to create the masterpiece of a lifetime. Eileen Spinelli and Jane Dyer, the award-winning duo who created the best-selling When Mama Comes Home Tonight, team up once again to tell the charming and bittersweet tale of an exceptionally gifted spider and the lengths she's willing to go to share her gifts with those around her.

In this award-winning tale, a courageous mother cat embarks on a daring adventure to rescue her five kittens from peril. The story highlights themes of bravery, maternal love, and the bond between a mother and her offspring. As she navigates challenges and dangers, the narrative showcases her determination and resourcefulness, making it an inspiring read for both children and adults. The heartwarming journey emphasizes the lengths a mother will go to protect her young, capturing the essence of family and love.

Exploring themes of creativity and belonging, this story follows Sophie, a spider artist who faces challenges in her boardinghouse life. Despite being shooed away, she discovers a place that feels like home, igniting her inspiration for a breathtaking masterpiece. The vibrant illustrations enhance her journey, making it a visually captivating experience that celebrates the pursuit of one's passion and finding a true sanctuary.

A young mouse is encouraged by his mother to enjoy summer while waiting for autumn to come.

A contented whale one day sees a ship tossed on the waves by a storm and obeys God's command to save a drowning man by swallowing him.

With vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate language, this 26-page book offers preschoolers and kindergartners effective affirmations for difficult-to-manage-emotions so they can practice building positivity, self-care and self-confidence. I Am Kind to Myself offers a thoughtful and fun read-aloud experience that young children will love. There is no better time than preschool and kindergarten for children to learn how to be kind to themselves in challenging moments. I Am Kind to Myself is a great tool to spark conversations at home or in the classroom. Showcasing a diverse cast of children, this storybook is designed to encourage empathy and respect for children’s feelings while also teaching them how to react to difficult situations and express their emotions in a constructive way. Featuring durable cardstock pages and approachable, kid-friendly language, Highlights kindness books are crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills and build positive associations with reading.

Explore a delightful collection of pancake recipes that cater to all tastes and occasions. This book features a variety of flavors, from classic buttermilk to innovative combinations, ensuring there's something for everyone. With easy-to-follow instructions and tips for perfecting your pancake-making skills, it invites both novice and experienced cooks to indulge in the joy of creating delicious breakfast treats. Enjoy the art of pancake flipping and discover the versatility of this beloved dish.

Tilly drives the other barnyard animals crazy with her silliness, but after gruffly telling her to stop, they discover that they miss her old ways.

Someday I am going to be a great artist. Today I am off to help my dad paint the shed. It’s hard to be content with the present moment when you are little. The future has infinitely more possibilities! Here, the prolific and poetic Eileen Spinelli offers us the opportunity to truly enter the mind and heart of a little girl whose dreams reach well beyond today. With Spinelli’s gift for capturing the authentic experience of a child and Rosie Winstead’s utterly accessible and adorable artwork, this is sure to be a book that will inspire kids to think about what their own plans are for someday.