For the child
Seeing a familiar character face something hard can help a child find words for their own experience — and imagine what they might try next.
Why It Matters - in fullStories that keep workingafter you close the book.
Warm picture books that help your child put big feelings into words: patience, worry, honesty, kindness and more. Based on social-emotional learning, each story is short enough for bedtime and warm enough to reread.
Every story ends with three open questions, so you hear what your child really thinks — without turning reading into a lesson. Ages 4–8.
Out now: Ruby and the Wishing Jar
A story about saving, patience, and turning small coins into big dreams
Ruby the fox wants the shiny red scooter in the shop window more than anything — and every coin she earns keeps finding somewhere else to go. Read more
The idea - in short
Hollowdale Valley brings everyday life skills into a place your child can get to know. Each village has its own theme and familiar characters, so you can start with what matters to your family today.
Why this matters - in short
For the grown-up
A shared story gives you a natural way to understand what is on your child's mind, without putting them on the spot.
For grown-ups - in fullStart where your child is
Ten villages, each about one life skill. Tell us what you need to talk about, and we'll point you at the one that fits.
More stories from Hollowdale Valley
Hear when the next book is ready.