



A celebration of creativity, courage, and kindness — featuring the most inspiring stories from the Stories that Shine competition.

Learn about colors in fruits with the monsters
Moonlight wakes a museum dino fossil. It sneaks out to explore the sleeping city: puffing petals away, booping a boy's hand, chasing yummy bread smells, dancing under a fountain. Before the moon rests, the dino waves goodbye, tucking a night of starlight into the museum.
Luma, a tiny fish with a bright light on her head, feels shy because her light makes her different. But when a dark cloud of sand engulfs her friends, Luma's unique gift becomes their guide and saves the day, teaching everyone the value of embracing what makes them special.
An early reader science picture book designed to build color vocabulary, observation skills, and reading confidence — by exploring how light makes the colorful world visible through rhythm, repetition, and joyful discovery.
A bright and joyful journey into the science of light! Kids discover how light shines, travels, and helps us see colors, shadows, and rainbows. Simple facts, gentle words, and warm illustrations make learning about light fun and full of wonder.
Old Goat invited Piglet and Little Monkey to perform a show together. However, the pair didn't know how to cooperate with each other at first. As they spent time together, they learned to work as a team, became good friends, and put on a wonderful performance.
Leo, a young lion cub, dreams of Sunfield, a golden meadow his mother describes. When separated from his mother and moved to another zoo, Leo finds a new friend, Glint, a spark of light that guides him on an adventurous escape back to Sunfield and a heartwarming reunion.
learning about the properties of light in a fun way
A tiny seed, a caring heart, and a dream that grows. From a crack in the rocks to a tree full of oranges, a little gardener’s love makes everything bloom.
Light is like a magician! It zooms, bounces, and even bends. Join us on a bright adventure to discover the secrets of physics—from sunlight to lenses. This book is perfect for curious little scientists who love to ask 'Why?'
A little girl found a glowing seed, so she took it home, planted it, and took good care of it. But the seed still hadn’t sprouted. When she noticed all the plants outside her window were thriving, she finally realized what the seed needed. 小女孩发现了一颗会发光的种子,于是她把种子带回家种下并细心照顾,但是种子却迟迟不发芽。小女孩发现窗外的植物都生长得茂盛,终于明白了种子需要什么。
“A monster ate the hearts of all the people in this town. People rushed to buy all kinds of heating devices, hoping to regain warmth, but none of them succeeded - so they began to fight each other. A group of hollow people bravely entered the monster's lair, retrieved the hearts, and made everyone warm again. Even the monster felt love and transformed back into a human! It turned out that all the conflicts originated from the lack of love - love is the most important thing.”
The winter wind was cold, and the snow was deep. A little boy thought his mother’s red scarf was too old, too red. Until one day, he grew too cold to walk through the storm. Then, a red light appeared — and led him back into his mother’s warm embrace. This is a story about love, light, and the warmth of home — for in the coldest winter, the warmest thing of all is a mother’s love, and the red scarf that carries it.
The picture book tells of the protagonist who gets lost at a crossroads at dusk and encounters a warm, bright wandering cloud. Chasing the cloud, they traverse unknown dangers, journey through years, and finally leave confusion behind, finding spiritual direction and comfort in the pursuit.
"A story about finding the light within, discovering that everyone has fears, and learning that courage grows when we face the darkness together."
Inspiration Rainbows—glowing symbols of light and hope—inspired this book, conveying warm comfort via art and text. Content Aunt Ma, a knitter who lost her spark after her husband’s death, regains hope (and her love for knitting) when boy Bad Weather asks for a gift. Vivid, light-filled art wraps readers in hope. Techniques Bright rainbow hues (echoing light), soft rendering, a cheerful boy, and concise text weave a hopeful vibe.
Bibo, a playful bunny, loves his toys but hates cleaning up! One day, he discovers Sweepy, a magical dustpan with a giggly smile and sparkly powers. Together, they tackle the mess. Can Bibo learn the magic of responsibility? Join their adventure!
Join Chi-Chi the chameleon on a colorful adventure as she changes to match everything she sees, from a bright yellow sun to a pretty purple flower. This story is perfect for young readers learning about colors and self-acceptance, encouraging them to 'Be brave. Be bright. Be YOU!'
Bat Cat loves his tall, purple hat. But on Halloween night… it goes splat!
Caveman boy Rocky was frightened by a strange shadow he saw at night. Summoning his courage to seek the truth, he finally followed the light. This is a story about overcoming fear. What did Rocky discover at the end of the light?
A story about Lumi, a little rabbit living in a city where it always rains, who learned patience and hope amidst the seemingly endless rainy days.
A story told from the perspective of the Sun, who learns a valuable lesson about balance when trying to help a little girl's garden. It highlights the importance of night and rain alongside sunshine for life to thrive.
Little snail Lily wants to see the sunrise on the mountain top, but she crawls slower than a falling leaf! Luckily, Sam the groundhog’s “tunnel express”, Max the monkey’s “tree slide” and Lucy the bird’s “branch plane” help her. Can she catch the sunrise and make her dream come true? This warm light-chasing trip—come and see!
A lonely stardust traveler discovers Earth’s gentle lights — guiding, joyful, and warm — all lit by people for one another. He transforms into a guardian star, forever watching over this planet where kindness shines brightest in the dark.
Shadow, Rainbow! is a gentle, rhyming story about a curious black cat who discovers how sunlight and rain create a rainbow’s glow. Through soft colors and simple words, it teaches young readers that light and wonder can shine even after the rain.
Cuz's Journey of Growth
“Light Is Everywhere!” is a gentle picture book that invites young readers to discover how light shines all around us — in sunlight and moonlight, in fireflies and streetlights, and in the warmth we share.Perfect for early readers, this story builds language and wonder through rhythm, repetition, and simple beauty — helping children see the light in every day.
Book features animals,plants,fruits,and vegetables as its artistic themes. By contrasting these natural wonders in light and shadow, it reveals the magic of light, unveiling a vibrant world to kids and inspiring their love for nature and hope in life
Zuzu, a young painter, wishes to overcome her fears and transforms into a mouse, a cat, a dog, and a cow. Through her magical journey, she learns that true bravery and happiness come from within and embracing her true self.
Deep in the ocean lives The Octopus Lady, who knows kung fu. She loves moving and has lived in all kinds of homes—seashells, coconut shells, an ancient shipwreck, and even a sunken airplane. This time, The Octopus Lady boards a cruise ship, causing panic and encountering danger. Will she use her clever mind and excellent kung fu skills to escape the peril and return to her true home?
Light is a universal language used by people around the world to express gratitude, celebrate harvests, and convey hope. On a lonely night, the little fox Happy embarked on a unique journey.
At night, a little star emerges from the clouds, befriending a shadow born of its light. They play together, and the star finds the shadow fades when light is blocked—yet reappears with fireflies’ glow after seeing forest and river shadows. They promise: as long as the star shines, the shadow will always be its friend.
Dreamvale A Story of Light and Courage In a world where every light has drifted away, a timid rabbit follows a whisper in the night. Together with Li, the Light Keeper, she journeys through wind and mist to find what was lost. When the final light returns, she learns that the brightest one was shining inside her all along. A gentle tale of courage, healing, and the magic within.
A little sheep got lost and, with the help of animal friends, finally found its mother. It conveys the positive meaning of friendship and courage and moving forward in mutual assistance.
For an early reader. A sweet, rhyming story that gently guides young children through the different parts of a day—from a bright morning to a starry night—focusing on the changing light of the sun and moon.
This story conveys the importance of environmental protection through a special birthday adventure. Issues like waste pollution, climate change, and ocean pollution affect every life on Earth. Through unity and cooperation, we can use wisdom and action to protect our home and make the Earth a better place.
A little girl is blind, but she can see with her heart. Throughout an ordinary day, she experiences the world through her senses of touch and hearing, believing that being unable to see is not frightening. In everyone’s heart, there is a light that illuminates the world, making it bright and beautiful.
From the dancing atoms that shout “Hurray!” to the glowing fireflies that twinkle at night, Light for Me, Light for You takes young readers on a joyful journey through all the ways light brightens our world. Each page shines with rhythm and rhyme — perfect for early readers learning to sound out words while discovering the magic of light around them.
Fire: The Living Light of Our World is a nonfiction picture book that explores fire — from the first sparks in prehistoric times to forests, volcanoes, the Sun, and modern human life. Children can discover how fire brings warmth, energy, color, and renewal to our world, while also learning to respect its power.
In the quiet of night, a tiny glow awakens. From two flowers to five bamboo stalks, the little light journeys through nature's wonders, gathering radiance with each discovery. In silence, it transforms—becoming the sun that illuminates all.
This educational story explores the different sources of light, its role in helping us perceive colors, and its importance in our daily lives. It also touches on the metaphorical 'light' in our hearts that comes from kindness and sharing.
Jack and Jill are two cheerful friends who go up a hill to fetch a pail of water. But on their way down, Jack slips and falls, and Jill tumbles after him! Even though they both get a bit hurt, they learn to get back up, help each other, and try again
An interactive story that explores how light helps us see colors and identify objects through a series of questions and answers about common things like the sky, animals, and everyday items.
A Bright Adventure from the Sun to Earth
“Showing Gratitude” is a warm and colorful storybook that teaches children the importance of being thankful. Through simple explanations and cheerful illustrations, kids learn what gratitude means, why it matters, and how it can make their minds and hearts happier. Each page gently guides young readers to notice the good things around them — from kind friends to everyday blessings — and encourages them to express thankfulness in small but meaningful ways
Join Bimbee the Bee on a vibrant adventure as he discovers the world of colors and sounds in flowers. This charming story introduces young readers to various colors and the sounds associated with their names, making learning fun and engaging.
Have you ever wondered what light is made of? This engaging picture book uncovers the secrets of light—from the Sun to a lightbulb—and shows how this everyday superpower makes our world colorful, warm, and full of life.
“How Sunlight Makes Electricity” is a fun science Nonfiction book for young readers. Join Shey as she explains how Sunlight turns into Electricity we use every day. With simple words and bright illustrations, Kids learn how the Sun and Solar Panels work together to power our homes.
The story of drilling a hole in the wall to steal light tells us that the difficult external learning conditions are not an excuse to hinder the pursuit of knowledge. The desire for knowledge and the perseverance to actively overcome difficulties are the key to achieving self-improvement.
A cat has the ability to spin sunlight into golden threads. Introduce: The winter comes, the north wind steals the color of the forest, becomes gray. The kitten decided to weave gifts for friends with the sunshine stored in summer. The kitten can dispel the gray of winter by sharing the sunshine stored in the summer.
Join the moon on its magical nighttime adventure! As the sun sets and the moon wakes up, meet all the special friends who come out at night—twinkling stars, wise owls, glowing fireflies, fluttering bats, singing crickets, prowling cats, and curious foxes. Watch as clouds float by and the moon smiles at everyone before getting sleepy when morning arrives. Perfect for bedtime reading for ages 3-6, this gentle story celebrates the wonder of nighttime and helps little ones feel cozy about the dark!
Lily fears her shadow at night. It looks like a monster. During a blackout, she bravely makes a hand shadow. The monster shadow copies her! She discovers it's a friendly playmate, not a monster. They become best friends, playing with shadow puppets every night. This story shows that light creates shadows, but courage and understanding turn fear into fun. It’s a gentle lesson in empathy and self-acceptance, showing that what we perceive as "scary" is often just misunderstood.
In a quiet forest, a pink bunny lives all alone in her dim little castle. One day, she meets a brown bunny, and their friendship begins to glow like sunshine. Together, they walk through the seasons,watching flowers bloom, camping by the stream, climbing trees, and skating on snowy days. With every shared moment, their laughter fills the forest, and the castle starts to sparkle with light. Because friendship is like a little sun when you share it, the whole world shines.
A little white kitten named Eggy feels colorless and plain compared to her vibrant friends. On a journey to find her own color, she discovers a magical secret: her white fur isn't empty—it's pure light, capable of holding every color inside. This is a tender tale of self-acceptance, revealing that our true selves are not about what we lack, but about the unique light we each carry within.
A simple and engaging story introducing young readers to the basic concepts and movements of yoga in a calm, modern studio setting.
This simple, documentary-style picture book introduces young children to the basic movements and joy of dance as a physical activity. With clear language, it shows dancers moving their arms and legs, spinning, jumping, and stepping, highlighting that dancing can be both fast and slow, and always fun.
This book introduces young readers to the sport of skateboarding, explaining basic concepts like the board, wheels, and protective gear, and describing simple actions like riding on a ramp. It's a documentary-style picture book designed to be informative and engaging for early learners.
An introductory book that explains the basics of tennis, including the court, racket, ball, net, and players. Written in a simple, repetitive style with high-frequency words, it's perfect for young readers learning about sports.
An introductory book about baseball, covering basic terms, equipment, and actions in a simple, factual manner for young readers.
This simple non-fiction book introduces young readers to the sport of cycling, covering basic equipment, actions, and the excitement of a race.
This book introduces young readers to the basics of basketball, showing teams, the court, dribbling, running, jumping, and scoring with simple, clear language and realistic imagery. It's a great first look at the sport.
This is a simple, documentary-style picture book that introduces young readers to the sport of swimming. It covers basic concepts in an easy-to-understand format.
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