Picture Book Quotes

“Even though Mr. Roo had been very hard on him, Mouse felt compassion and kindness...”
― Sophia R. Tyler, The Friendly Mouse

“Don’t be afraid,” the fox said, “I would never hurt you.” She smiled sweetly but the bunny was still a little scared.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“The bunny was thrilled that her ears no longer dragged on the ground. They would stay nice and clean.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“There are lots of different kinds of bows and Cleo loves them all.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“Finally, the fox gently pulled both ear loops outward at the same time to make a pretty bow on top of the bunny’s head. The tips of her ears, hung just at her cheek bones.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“If I could tell you about Red
I would sing to you of fire Sweet like cherries
Burning like cinnamon Smelling like a rose in the sun”
― Dixie Dawn Miller Goode, Rainbows Around Us

“Here’s a story that helps her tie the “bunny ear bow” exactly the same way every time.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“Follow along at home to tie a bow just like the fox. Go find a scarf or ribbon that will fit around your waist or try these moves with your shoe laces.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“Teach a child a useful skill. Build confidence and self-esteem that lasts a lifetime.”
― Sybrina Durant, Boo's Shoes - A Rabbit and Fox Story: Learn To Tie Shoelaces

“Birdy sang out, “It’s true. She’s a friendly fox.” The deer chimed in, “She’s helped us all in some way.”
― Sybrina Durant, Cleo Can Tie A Bow: A Rabbit and Fox Story

“You can tie them, Yes you can. Just take those laces in both hands. Loop and swoop and tie them off. You can show them who’s the boss.”
― Sybrina Durant, Boo's Shoes - A Rabbit and Fox Story: Learn To Tie Shoelaces

“The promise of a reward can help encourage children to keep at a hard task. Offer something fun each time the child takes time to practice.”
― Sybrina Durant, Boo's Shoes - A Rabbit and Fox Story: Learn To Tie Shoelaces

“This door was once a colossal oak tree about three hugs around and as high as the blue.”
― Deborah Freedman, This House, Once

“Tell EVERYONE,” whispered Queenie, “next Monday we are going to paint the sky!”
Azul nodded in silence. All you could see was a faint glimmer of yellow as she pointed her beak.”
― Suzy Davies, The Flamingos Who Painted The Sky

“Liberty was the only small cat in the circus.
Walking across the stage on her hind legs, ears back, head held high; she would let the children shake her paw and stroke her lovely orange fur.”
― Desiree Milonas-King, Liberty the Circus Cat

“She would even ride a scooter. and toot its horn. Everyone knew when Liberty was on the stage.”
― Desiree Milonas-King, Liberty the Circus Cat

“There was a tiger in the circus too.
Her name was Tiger Princess.. Her act in the circus would be to balance on two boards, then leap over to a pool and have a swim. Princess loved to swim and splash.”
― Desiree Milonas-King, Liberty the Circus Cat

“B is for Bless Your Heart:

“We spread this phrase around like hugs/’Bless her heart’ and ‘his heart,’ too/It’s something Southerners always say/When nothing else will do.”
― Kelly Kazek, Y is for Y'all: A Southern Book of ABC's

“When it was time to leave, Grandma was ready with a hug. She smelled a lot like biscuits and felt a lot like love.”
― Kelly Kazek, 10 Baskets of Biscuits: A Southern Counting Book

“Those who dream at night, in the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that all was vanity. But the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dreams with open eyes and make it possible.
T E Lawrence.
"Lawrence of Arabia”
― Michael D. Filippello, The House of Top Hat~remembers~ A Journey Through Christmas

“Big Sis Wubb is watching her show right now, but
she always stops to give Wubbity kisses.

Mama Wubb calls to Big Sis Wubb, “don’t
forget to do your dishes!”
― J. Sandhu, Wubbity the Wubb: Gets Ready for Bed

“Carrie dreamed of learning to fly, but all the other birds left her and said “goodbye”.”
― Ashley Bolliger, Carrie Can Fly Too

“She went up to the beautiful bird and confirmed, “Hi, my name is Carrie, and I know this might sound scary, I am not the same and feel ashamed. I wish I was blue so I could fly too”.”
― Ashley Bolliger, Carrie Can Fly Too

“Just because you are a different breed does not mean that you cannot succeed.”
― Ashley Bolliger, Carrie Can Fly Too

“You must wonder how a dog can have a big heart and be so strong at the same time. Well, you are about to find out. I am going to tell you about an adventure Sparty once had…”
― Doretha Polite, Sparty's Adventures: Journey Into the Forest

“Is my dream only a dream? Or are there others like me?”
― E. K. Mosley, The Last Stardog

“I met them at the gate though I usually wait inside. Preoccupied with their own thoughts, impatient, like so many children, they didn't see who I really was. They never noticed my crown, my pain, the fire in my eyes.”
― Christopher Manson, Maze: Solve the World's Most Challenging Puzzle

“April Jenkins' children's book Kirby of the Serengeti is an amazing fantasy adventure across the plains of the Serengeti. The story beholds the bonding of the lion pride, yet the generosity that can still exist toward a lost baby zebra - a great lesson for life! The watchful eye of the butterfly gives the story a lightness and a guardian-angel perspective.

As a veterinarian and guardian for Kirby, I thoroughly endorse this must-read for children and adults alike.

— Dr. John Otto, DVM, University Animal Hospital, and Co-author of the best selling and award-nominated children's book Sarge: The Veteran's Best Friend, Marvin's Gift, and Marvin's Shining Star”
― John Otto, Sarge: The Veteran's Best Friend

“I taught Language Arts in public schools from fourth through eighth grade, and I believe reading is the most valuable skill a person can develop. I've been a lifelong reader since an early age, exploring every genre there is. The most important thing is finding something that touches one's heart and soul. Books and the stories they tell can change a person's life.

There are so many lessons within stories—lessons that children may not always see modeled at home or in everyday life.

After reading April Jenkins' children's book Kirby of the Serengeti: A Lidog's Tail, I was an immediate fan. This story has everything needed to make it a classic. It carries love and compassion for everyone. Every character is included, no matter what they look like or believe.

I would love to see this story read and shared everywhere young children are being taught. I can't wait for the next story in A Lidog's Tail to be released—I’ll be first in line!

*Michael Jenkins, Educator, Lifelong Reader, and Proud Father of the Author”
― Michael Jenkins

“April Jenkins' children's book Kirby of the Serengeti is an amazing fantasy adventure across the plains of the Serengeti. The story beholds the bonding of the lion pride, yet the generosity that can still exist toward a lost baby zebra - a great lesson for life! The watchful eye of the butterfly gives the story a lightness and a guardian-angel perspective.

As a veterinarian and guardian for Kirby, I thoroughly endorse this must-read for children and adults alike.

* Dr. John Otto, DVM, University Animal Hospital, and Co-author of the best selling and award-nominated children's book Sarge: The Veteran's Best Friend, Marvin's Gift, and Marvin's Shining Star”
― John Otto, Sarge: The Veteran's Best Friend