Stories that spark creativity. Tools that turn ideas into action.
For young readers, educators, and goal-setters alike.
Welcome to the official collection of award-winning author Libby Hikind. Dive into a world of imagination with her children’s books, including Fifty Stars Go Back to School: The Cheat Sheet That Became the Study Guide, a perfect pick for America’s birthday, along with favorites like Bailey Bullied Me: And I Am Kinder Now, Ziva the Zebra Runs Away, Rikki Wants a Pet, Twig Literacy, Why Won’t You Go To School, Kiki Kangaroo?, Why Won’t You Fly, Sky?, and Mr. Squirrel’s Spring Cleaning Lesson.
Libby’s books teach kindness, literacy, confidence, and creativity through 8.5 X 11 in. beautifully illustrated, engaging, stories and companion coloring activity books.
On the professional side, discover The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, The Queen of Grants 2: GrantTalk Secrets for the New Era of Grant Writing, and Organizing My Thoughts, Manifesting My Goals 2026, offering step-by-step strategies, templates, and guidance to turn ideas into funded projects and achievable goals.
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Story Book
In this uplifting patriotic picture book for young readers, the fifty stars on the American flag come alive as lovable characters. They prepare for a big test of unity and knowledge.
Each star learns in their own way. One writes everything down on a cheat sheet, while another reads the sheet carefully. Meanwhile, another star listens by repeating answers aloud. With patience and practice, all the stars succeed brilliantly. In the end, no one needs the cheat sheet.
The President celebrates their shining return to formation. He then adds two new flagpoles to the White House lawn in their honor. He also shows special pride for Alaska and Hawaii, our youngest states. At the same time, everyone looks forward to celebrating America’s 250th birthday, the Semiquincentennial.
This gentle tale reminds families that democracy grows stronger when we understand our shared values. For example, these include the freedoms outlined in the Bill of Rights. In addition, it encourages respect for different learning styles. The stars represent all of us, and they show how test anxiety fades with preparation and encouragement.
Parents and children can read together and discuss civics. They can also talk about how we learn best and why knowledge of our nation’s foundations matters. In this way, the story draws inspiration from figures like George Washington.
For older kids, the story works like a poem. As a result, it invites deeper thought on unity, preparation, and American patriotism. Overall, it is a joyful and meaningful read for ages 4 to 10. It is perfect for families, classrooms, and America’s milestone celebrations.
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When the narrator, a gentle young rabbit, befriends the new bunny in town, Bailey, she imagines the start of a beautiful friendship. They share giggles, snacks, and secrets. But soon, things change. Bailey begins spreading rumors and telling lies that hurt others, including the narrator herself. What started with kindness turns into heartbreak and betrayal.
Bailey Bullied Me: and I Am Kinder Now is a deeply compassionate story for children who come home in tears, afraid to go back to school. Told through expressive rabbit characters set in real-world photographs and illustrations, it captures the loneliness and confusion of bullying, while sparking the courage and kindness that can follow. Through tender, honest storytelling, this book helps children understand that even when life feels out of control, they still have choices to speak up, to seek help, and to stay kind. It reminds young readers that they are never alone and that reaching out for help is a brave and healing act. Perfect for parents, teachers, and counselors, this story opens meaningful conversations about: • The emotional impact of bullying and rumors • The importance of telling a trusted adult • Seeking professional help when sadness feels too heavy • Finding strength through kindness and courage Bailey Bullied Me: and I Am Kinder Now is both gentle and empowering—a story that helps children find hope and confidence after being hurt. It shows that even in the most challenging moments, kindness is strength, and truth shines brighter than any lie. Perfect for ages 5 to 10.Story Book
Rikki Wants A Pet is a children’s book about pets, change, promises, and how love sometimes means finding a new way forward.
When Rikki moves to a new neighborhood, everything feels different.
She misses her cousin, feels unsure about her new home, and hopes for a puppy on her birthday. However, when the lease says no pets, her parents take her to ButterflyLand, where she receives a host plant with live caterpillars.
As Rikki cares for her new pets, she discovers the magic of metamorphosis and the butterfly life cycle. In addition, she learns how caring for living creatures can bring unexpected joy.
This interactive Jewish-themed children’s book about pets blends emotion, parenting wisdom, and science education. It includes:
Perfect for read-alouds, classrooms, homeschool nature units, or any child navigating big feelings or new beginnings.
Story Book
In this glossy, hardcover, ultra-premium color page book, printed on 70 lb paper, we meet Kiki Kangaroo, a usually happy, bouncy joey—but not today.
He feels nervous and overwhelmed, and he is sure he will not be going to school. Between a strict teacher, noisy celebrations, and too many rules, school feels overwhelming. However, he has a strong support team. His Mom-Jill and Granny-Roo are ready to listen, encourage, and help Kiki feel safe, understood, and prepared to try again.
Set in a stunning natural habitat near Bondi Beach, Australia, this beautifully told story begins with a relatable and adorable character. Kiki’s story starts with a question many children silently ask: “Why do I have to go to school when I’m scared or overwhelmed?”
Through teamwork, creative solutions, and emotional honesty, Kiki develops valuable skills such as self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and sensory awareness. As a result, young readers follow along as he finds his voice, builds confidence, and discovers that even strict teachers can become part of a child’s support system.
The book blends charming storytelling with real-world photographs of Australian landscapes, which is a hallmark of the Libby Hikind method. In addition, it places animal characters in their true environments to build deeper understanding and engagement.
Ideal for children ages 4 to 13, this kids book about school anxiety also includes “Extend the Story” discussion questions. These questions spark conversation and reflection across different age groups. Therefore, it is perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, and homeschoolers.
Look for the companion activity coloring books, designed for use with crayons, colored pencils, and markers. These books add an extra layer of creative learning and critical thinking.
Whether read aloud or independently, Won’t You Go to School, Kiki Kangaroo? is a gentle and empowering story. Overall, it reminds children they are not alone and that, with support, they can take brave steps forward.
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Each day, she tries to scrub them off, roll them away, or muddy them out of sight. Still, her stripes remain, and so does the ache she feels from standing out.
When she overhears visitors talking about a nearby zebra farm with thirty zebras, something inside her lights up. A whole herd that looks like her offers hope. A place where her stripes would not make her different feels possible. So, she tucks a forgotten map into her stall and begins to dream.
One morning, driven by curiosity and longing, Ziva slips away down the Tennessee trail. Behind her, Jacob feels heartbreak as he realizes she is missing. Meanwhile, Ziva finally reaches the dazzling herd she imagined.
However, life among her look-alikes is not what she expected. The stripes around her are beautiful, and the guides even call the group a dazzle. Still, Ziva learns something difficult. In a herd where everyone looks the same, no one truly sees her.
Then she meets Manny, a friendly mustang who stands out and loves it. Through him, she realizes an important truth. The place where she was truly seen was back home—with Jacob, his son, and the horses who loved her just as she was.
Lost without her map but filled with new determination, Ziva and Manny work together to send a call for help. Against all odds, a helicopter hears them and brings Ziva home. When she lands, she feels relief, joy, and a true sense of belonging.
Jacob pulls her close and reminds her of what she needed to hear all along: your differences are not flaws—they are what make you special.
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Mr. Squirrel’s Spring Cleaning Lesson is a children’s book about teamwork, responsibility, and the joy of a tidy home. It is a charming and humorous story that highlights the value of working together. Presented in a glossy hardcover edition and printed with ultra-premium color on 70 lb paper, this beautifully made book brings every page to life with vivid illustrations and a luxurious finish that families will treasure.
As warm spring sunshine fills the cozy treehouse, Mrs. Squirrel decides it is time for their annual spring cleaning. She calls on her husband, Mr. Squirrel, for help. However, he is not eager to pitch in. Instead, he shrugs and suggests, “Just throw it all out!”
Mrs. Squirrel sees value in their well-loved items, so she tries to convince her husband to help. When Mr. Squirrel heads outside to relax, she takes his advice quite literally. As a result, she hires a dumpster and begins tossing out tools, knick-knacks, and even his favorite tire pump. She works tirelessly until their treehouse is spotless and surprisingly empty.
When Mr. Squirrel returns, he finds his home clear of clutter and his beloved tire pump missing. As a result, he learns an important lesson. Mrs. Squirrel hands him a dictionary and points to the word “ALL,” showing that it means every single thing. Realizing the misunderstanding, Mr. Squirrel regrets his hasty advice. Then, sighing, he sets out to gather acorns to replace his lost items.
Through hard work, Mr. Squirrel learns the importance of careful consideration, teamwork, and shared responsibility. In addition, he begins to understand the effort it takes to maintain a well-loved home. Next spring, with Mrs. Squirrel’s patient guidance, he takes a new approach and helps with the cleaning.
Filled with colorful illustrations, gentle humor, and meaningful life lessons, Mr. Squirrel’s Spring Cleaning Lesson is a delightful story. It teaches children the value of helping others, respecting belongings, and working together.
Ideal for families and children ages 2 to 8, this children’s book about teamwork encourages young readers to understand the benefits of helping others, clear communication, and shared responsibility.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
Fifty Stars Go Back to School: Color the Story is a kids coloring book about America that brings the Fifty Stars’ school adventure to life. You can color it, read it, and reinforce the lessons.
This companion coloring and activity book extends the patriotic picture book Fifty Stars Go Back to School: The Cheat Sheet That Became the Study Guide by Libby Hikind. It helps children engage with the story in a creative and interactive way.
When the President sends the stars on the American flag back to school for a big civics test, panic spreads across the sky. Alaska and Hawaii, the newest stars, feel especially nervous. Studying feels difficult, answers do not stay put, and the pressure builds. However, Alaska makes a cheat sheet, just in case.
As the stars learn together, they receive help from the flagpole and the stripes. The flagpole quizzes them, and the stripes hand out papers. Through this process, they discover that listening, writing things down, and studying in different ways can turn fear into confidence.
This kids coloring book about America includes:
In addition, the book introduces gentle lessons on test anxiety, learning styles, honesty, and American values. Age-appropriate civics questions about government, rights, and the American flag are naturally included. As a result, families and teachers can pause, discuss, and explore these ideas together.
Perfect for:
Whether your child rereads the story while coloring, practices civics concepts, or enjoys creative play, this kids coloring book about America helps the Fifty Stars shine brighter together.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
This interactive companion marker coloring book is a bullying activity book for kids. It features the full story of Bailey Bullied Me: and I Am Kinder Now, along with black-and-white line art illustrations. It is perfect for children ages 5 to 10 and older to color and enjoy while building empathy and courage.
When a kind young rabbit befriends Bailey, the new bunny in town, she never expects the friendship to turn into bullying. At first, they share laughter and connection. However, the friendship soon turns to pain as Bailey’s words and actions hurt deeply.
This compassionate story helps children who face bullying, loneliness, or betrayal. It shows that even when others are unkind, they can still choose courage, kindness, and hope.
A gentle and empowering message reminds children that they are not alone. It also shows that telling a trusted adult is the first step toward healing. The interactive elements include empathy-building prompts, kindness challenges, word searches, and connect-the-dots activities inspired by the story’s themes of self-worth and support.
Perfect for young readers who love meaningful stories that spark important conversations, this activity book pairs beautifully with the original storybook Bailey Bullied Me: and I Am Kinder Now, which features vibrant, colorful illustrations atop real-world photographs.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
This companion hardcover interactive activity magic marker coloring book is a kids activity coloring book about pets. It features the full story with line art illustrations, making it perfect for children ages 4 to 13 to color and enjoy.
Rikki did not want to move or leave her cousin behind. Her new house is lovely, and her room is beautiful, but everything feels different.
There is a new neighborhood and a new baby sister. All Rikki wanted for her birthday was a puppy. That promise made things feel a little easier.
However, the lease states that no pets are allowed. Rikki feels heartbroken, but her parents do not give up. Instead, they find a different kind of surprise. It is not a puppy.
Her parents take her to ButterflyLand, where she receives a host plant with live caterpillars. As Rikki cares for her new pets, she discovers the magic of metamorphosis and the butterfly life cycle. In addition, she learns how caring for living creatures can bring unexpected joy. This interactive book includes a Counting to 10 Challenge, ten real butterfly varieties to identify, the name of an actual host plant, educational science content, and a community birthday party that brings neighbors together.
A warm and honest story for ages 4 to 13, this kids activity coloring book about pets explores promises, change, and how love sometimes means finding a new way forward. Look for the original storybook, “Rikki Wants A Pet,” which features vibrant, colorful illustrations set against real-world photographs.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
Why Won’t You Go to School, Kiki Kangaroo?: Activity Marker Coloring Book is a kids activity book for school anxiety. Color your way through Kiki’s story with magic markers and imagination.
Kiki Kangaroo is usually full of bounce, but not today. He feels anxious and believes school is not for him. With a strict teacher, loud events, and too many rules, everything feels overwhelming. However, Mom-Jill and Granny-Roo step in. They help him feel safe, seen, and ready to try again.
This marker and coloring activity book, printed on premium paper, is a creative and hands-on companion to Why Won’t You Go to School, Kiki Kangaroo? It supports emotional growth, confidence, and self-expression. In addition, it includes black-and-white pages from the original story. These pages invite children to use their imagination and color Kiki’s world their way.
Inside, you’ll find:
Critical thinking questions that encourage reflection on feelings, friendships, and problem-solving
Activities like word searches, matching games, journal prompts, and sensory check-ins
Thick, marker-friendly pages that support screen-free, creative engagement
Whether used alone or alongside the picture book, this kids activity book for school anxiety helps parents, teachers, and counselors guide children. It supports emotional regulation, reduces anxiety, and encourages the courage to try again. As a result, children can build confidence step by step.
Color. Reflect. Problem-solve. Grow.
Activity Coloring Book
Join Kiki on a colorful adventure with crayons and colored pencils. This glossy hardcover activity coloring book is a creative and hands-on companion to the original storybook, Why Won’t You Go to School, Kiki Kangaroo?: How Everyone Helped Him—School Is Scary, Until It’s Not. It supports emotional growth, confidence, and self-expression. In addition, it is printed on thick, bright white 70 lb paper, so it works well with markers, crayons, and colored pencils. There is no bleed-through, just bold and beautiful color.
Kiki Kangaroo is usually a happy, bouncy joey, but not today. He feels nervous, overwhelmed, and sure he will not be going to school. With a strict teacher, noisy celebrations, and too many rules, school feels like too much. However, his support team, Mom-Jill and Granny-Roo, step in to help. They help Kiki feel safe, understood, and ready to try again.
Each page of the original story appears in black and white. As a result, children can use their imagination and color Kiki’s world their way. Alongside the story scenes, children ages 4 to 13 explore:
• Critical thinking questions that invite reflection on feelings, friendships, and problem-solving
• Activity pages including word searches, matching games, journal prompts, and sensory check-ins
• A gentle format that supports screen-free engagement
Whether used on its own or with the original picture book, this kids coloring book for school anxiety helps parents, teachers, and counselors guide children. It supports emotional regulation, reduces anxiety, and builds the courage to try again.
Color. Reflect. Problem-solve. Grow.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
This financial literacy activity book for kids is a thoughtful companion to the heartwarming story “Twig-Literacy,” which teaches financial literacy with twigs, the currency of beavers. It also works as a meaningful stand-alone experience for young readers and learners. Join Ma-Beaver, Pa-Beaver, and their kits on a journey of creativity, learning, and fun. Inspired by the story “Twig-Literacy,” this activity marker coloring book invites kids to think, imagine, and grow.
Each coloring page on premium paper begins with thoughtful questions. These questions help children use the pictures as clues to uncover the story and its lessons. In addition, page color hints guide them as they bring each moment to life. This approach blends art with critical thinking and meaningful lessons.
Inside, you’ll find:
Thought-provoking prompts before every image
Pages that teach kindness, responsibility, and money sense
Word searches, connect-the-dots, games, and journaling
Fun facts about beavers and their world
Perfect for:
Ages 4 to 13
Classrooms, homeschoolers, and families
Blending fun with emotional and financial literacy
With whimsical illustrations and intuitive prompts, Libby Hikind turns learning into an imaginative and values-driven adventure. As a result, this financial literacy activity book for kids makes learning engaging and meaningful, one coloring page at a time.
Activity Coloring Book
Twig-Literacy Activity Coloring Book is a beaver coloring book for kids. It is a thoughtful companion to the heartwarming story “Twig-Literacy.” It also works as a meaningful stand-alone experience for young readers and learners.
This engaging Twig-Literacy Activity Coloring Book was created by Libby Hikind as a follow-up to the original story. It continues the journey of Ma-Beaver, Pa-Beaver, and their kits through creative reflection and interactive fun. Whether children have read the story or are discovering it for the first time, this book invites them to think deeply, color freely, and learn joyfully.
Each coloring page features a meaningful moment inspired by the story. In addition, every page includes a critical thinking prompt. These prompts encourage kids to:
• Explore emotions and choices
• Reflect on responsibility and kindness
• Connect financial lessons to real-life situations
• Practice saving and sharing
• Understand family values
• Build generosity and goal-setting habits
Fun and Educational Activities (at the end!)
After the coloring pages, kids will discover a variety of creative extras. For example, they can enjoy:
• Word searches
• Connect-the-dots
• Financial literacy games and worksheets
• Fun facts about beavers and dams
• Family discussion prompts and journaling spaces
Perfect for:
• Kids ages 4 to 13
• Classrooms, libraries, and homeschoolers
• Families who want to combine fun with lessons in generosity, money sense, and emotional growth
With her unique blend of real photography and whimsical illustrations, Libby Hikind turns learning into an imaginative and values-driven adventure. As a result, this beaver coloring book helps children learn and grow, one thoughtful page at a time.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
Ziva the Zebra Runs Away: Color the Story is a zebra coloring book based on the picture book Ziva the Zebra Runs Away: A Story About the Beauty of Being Yourself. This 76-page interactive coloring and activity book offers a new way to experience Ziva’s story.
The full original text appears at the front of the book. Then, uninterrupted black-and-white line art illustrations follow. In addition, page numbers guide readers through both the story and the illustrations.
Ziva grows up surrounded by love. However, she struggles with feeling different because of her stripes. As a result, her journey invites readers to explore belonging, courage, and self-acceptance.
Designed for ages 4 to 10, as well as adults who enjoy coloring, this zebra coloring book supports meaningful conversations about identity and self-worth.
Activities inspired by the story include connect-the-dots, a maze to help Ziva find the herd, a word search, a crossword puzzle, and step-by-step instructions for drawing a zebra.
In addition, readers can continue the experience at www.libbyhikind.com. There, extended story questions and a free downloadable coloring page are available as one free resource. Coloring books are also available for each of the author’s picture books.
Activity Marker Coloring Book
Professional Guide
The ultimate comprehensive guide to mastering grant writing and securing funding for your organization. Packed with insider strategies, real-world examples, and proven techniques that have helped secure millions in grant funding. This professional resource covers everything from identifying opportunities to crafting winning pro
Professional Guide
The Queen of Grants 2: GrantTalk Secrets for the New Era of Funding continues Libby Hikind’s mission to help organizations strengthen their programs, expand their opportunities, and understand what truly supports successful funding. Drawing from decades of experience and more than fifty GrantTalk podcast interviews, Libby offers readers a clear and practical guide to navigating today’s competitive grant landscape.
Professional Guide
Organizing My Thoughts, Manifesting My Goals 2026 is a 500-page, large-format (8.5 × 11), full-color planner and guided journal. It supports individual use in professional, academic, and personal settings. This planner is built on the belief that meaningful goals come from clarity, structure, and follow-through, not effort alone.
This planner approaches manifesting as a deliberate and action-oriented process. It focuses on clarity and intention. You define goals thoughtfully, support them with structured planning, and track them through measurable milestones. As a result, progress becomes clear and achievable.
Vision boards, guided goal-setting pages, and reflection spaces work together. Together, they support the translation of intention into meaningful achievement. Each month begins with a vision board to establish direction, and it then moves into structured goal-setting pages across key life areas.
These areas include health, career, finances, relationships and social life, travel, fitness, spirituality, and mindfulness. In addition, planning pages support consistent execution, while reflection sections encourage accountability and recognition of progress over time.
This planner balances intention with action and provides both space and structure. It helps you organize thoughts, measure progress, and work purposefully toward meaningful outcomes across all twelve months of 2026.
It is ideal for individuals who value:
Professional Guide
Organizing My Thoughts, Manifesting My Goals 2026: Black-and-White Edition is a 500-page, large-format (8.5 × 11) planner and guided journal. It supports individual use in professional, academic, and personal settings. As a result, it serves as a journal for reflection, planning, and achievement. This planner is built on the belief that meaningful goals come from clarity, structure, and follow-through, not effort alone.
This planner approaches manifesting as a deliberate and action-oriented process. It focuses on clarity and intention. You define goals thoughtfully, support them with structured planning, and track them through measurable milestones. In this way, progress becomes clear and achievable.
Vision boards, guided goal-setting pages, and reflection spaces work together. Together, they support the translation of intention into meaningful achievement. Each month begins with a vision board to establish direction, and then it moves into structured goal-setting pages across key life areas.
These areas include health, career, finances, relationships and social life, travel, fitness, spirituality, and mindfulness. In addition, planning pages support consistent execution, while reflection sections encourage accountability and recognition of progress over time.
Designed to balance intention with action, this planner provides both space and structure. It helps you organize thoughts, measure progress, and work purposefully toward meaningful outcomes across all twelve months of 2026.
This planner is ideal for individuals who value:
