3 Books Celebrating Hard Work

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Sometimes hard work is HARD. These three books walk readers through highs & lows, determination and resilience. Picks for tweens, elementary school & babies/toddlers.

Stepping Stones by Lucy Knisley. Moving from the city to a farm is hard work (think: cleaning the chicken coop). Most of all, it's hard work getting new "sisters," like know-it-all Andy. Inspired by her own childhood experiences, Lucy Knisley brings this story of determination and friendship to life. Recommended for tweens/teens.

Mindy Kim and the Yummy Seaweed Business by Lyla Lee. Mindy Kim knows about hard work. She's running a Yummy Seaweed business, convincing her dad to get a puppy and trying to  fit in her new school. Author Lyla Lee, takes on grief, friendships, and resilience with sincerity. Recommended for elementary school readers.

TummyTime Happy Baby by duopress labs. Tummy time is hard work, but this accordion-style book makes it a breeze. Open it in the crib, on the floor, or on the mat - one side features black-and-white images and the other uses vibrant illustrations. Tummy time game changer. Recommended for infants.