Nurturing Young Minds Through Stories & Imagination
Discover How Stories Shape Young Minds
Welcome to the Little Mind’s Library, a space dedicated to celebrating the magic of storytelling! During my undergraduate studies, I took a children’s literature class just for fun, not realizing how much it would shape my love for storytelling. That class reminded me of the magic found in children’s books—the way they spark imagination, teach life lessons, and create moments of connection. Ever since, I’ve loved reading to children, sharing stories that inspire confidence, creativity, and a love for learning. The Little Minds Library is my way of celebrating those stories—ones that nurture young minds and remind kids to embrace who they are. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or fellow book lover, this is a place to explore stories that bring joy, connection, and a sense of wonder to young readers. Let’s turn the page and embark on new adventures together!
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.“
Oh the Places You’ll Go – By Dr.Suess
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By day, Vito is just an ordinary pug with an ordinary family.
By night, he becomes Vito Bandito, King of the Bandits.
Every evening at exactly eight o’clock, Vito slips away to meet his crew in the North End of Boston, where outlaw dogs rule fire hydrants, run sock-stealing rings, and dream big. But when the Bandits catch the irresistible scent of fresh cookies drifting from a neighborhood bakery, they hatch their boldest plan yet: the ultimate cookie heist.
The plan is clever. The timing is perfect.
Until everything goes wrong.
When one of their own is taken to the dog pound, Vito must choose between walking away with a belly full of treats or risking everything for his famiglia. What follows is a daring rescue, an unexpected discovery, and a reminder that sometimes bandits save more than they steal.
Vito Bandito: Cookie Heist is a playful, heartfelt adventure about loyalty, courage, and the power of choosing kindness, even when temptation is strong.
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JOCELYN’S FAVORITE CHILDREN’S BOOKS:
- Be You!– Peter H. Reynolds
- A beautiful reminder to embrace who you are. It celebrates what makes every child one of a kind, encouraging them to be brave, kind, and unapologetically themselves—a message I wholeheartedly believe in.
- Oh the Places You’ll Go!– Dr.Suess
- An inspiring reminder that life is full of possibilities. Its playful rhymes and powerful message encourage kids (and adults) to dream big, embrace challenges, and keep moving forward—plus, I’ve always loved a good rhyme!
- ALL PETE THE CAT BOOKS– Eric Litwin, James Dean, and Kimberly Dean
- They teach kids to go with the flow, stay positive, and keep moving forward—all with a fun, laid-back attitude. The catchy rhymes and cool illustrations make every story a reminder that life is all good, no matter what comes your way!
- I Like Myself!– Karen Beaumont
- A fun, energetic celebration of self-love and confidence. The playful rhymes and bold illustrations remind kids to embrace their uniqueness, quirks, and all.
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