The best books for preschoolers that they'll want you to read over...and over...and over...

Why am I passionate about this?

Years ago, as I began teaching kids yoga, I noticed a lack of quality yoga-inspired children’s books. So, I took matters into my own hands and published my first book, The ABCs of Yoga for Kids, filling a void and sparking a series published in five languages. This success led to my Little Mouse Adventures series, blending storytelling with yoga and life skills. I believe in subtly imparting positive messages through playful storytelling, weaving in lessons along the way. My hope is young readers not only enjoy my stories but develop a lasting love for yoga and valuable life skills, just like the impact stories had on my own children. 


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Yoga at the Zoo: Little Mouse Adventures

By Teresa Anne Power, Emma Allen (illustrator),

Book cover of Yoga at the Zoo: Little Mouse Adventures

What is my book about?

Join Little Mouse for an adventure in the first book in the award-winning Little Mouse Adventures series. Little Mouse and his family live in a cozy burrow in Tammy’s backyard. Tammy and her mother love to practice yoga together, and Little Mouse loves to follow along! In this beautifully illustrated picture book, Little Mouse and his wise, lovably lazy feline friend Mr. Opus visit the zoo, meet new animal pals, and learn yoga poses.

This book teaches valuable lessons about friendship, new experiences, and meeting new people. Kids will adore Little Mouse's adventures, while grown-ups will appreciate the mindfulness lessons woven into the story. An engaging read that encourages children to use yoga to manage emotions and problem-solve.

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The books I picked & why

Book cover of Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory

Teresa Anne Power Why did I love this book?

Curious George meets a classic I Love Lucy episode in this adorable story!

Sugary chaos ensues when Curious George wanders off during a tour of the chocolate factory! When George accidentally sets the candy-making conveyor belt speed to HIGH, he finds himself in a hilarious race to keep pace with the rapid production, leading to deliciously amusing outcomes and a very full tummy!

Funny, silly, and full of heart, your kids will want you to read this book again and again

By H. A. Rey, Margret Rey,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 4, 5, 6, and 7.

What is this book about?

Curious George finds his sweet tooth--and plenty of chocolate--on a visit to a candy store.

When George and the man with the yellow hat go shopping at a chocolate factory store, George becomes curious about how the chocolates are made. Though he starts off following the factory tour, soon he is wanders off to investigate on his own. And when George follows his curiosity there is always fun to be had!


Book cover of The Bike Lesson

Teresa Anne Power Why did I love this book?

Father does not always know best when it comes to the Berenstain Bears!

Little Bear is very excited to ride his new bike in this classic Berenstain Bears story, but first, Papa Bear wants to show him the ropes. Unfortunately for Little Bear (but fortunately for the reader), Papa Bear is more concerned with showing off, resulting in slapstick, disastrous results.

At the end of the story, Papa Bear tries to save face by claiming that he was showing Little Bear what not to do, a situation that will make you smile thinking about the stubborn members of your family!

By Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Bike Lesson as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 3, 4, 5, and 6.

What is this book about?

The Bike Lesson is a perfect story for beginning readers, who will delight in spotting the dangers of the road before Father Bear does. And beginning bicylists will want to find out whether Small Bear will get a chance to read his new bike!

The Berenstain Bears are back with another hair-brained adventure, this time when Father Bear tries to teach Small Bear how to ride a bicycle. It looks like Father Bear might need to take note of the lessons himself!

Beginner Books have been designed to appeal directly to children through the use of humour, rhyme and bright…


Book cover of The Snow Queen: With Original Illustrations

Teresa Anne Power Why did I love this book?

This book is like stepping into a time machine with your little ones and emerging into a time long ago.

One of the things I love about this story is the timeless quality and rich layers of storytelling. Kids love it because of the characters, magical settings, and adventures, while adults will relate to the universal themes and find something new to relate to with every reading.

In a fast-paced world, sometimes it’s nice to escape into the classics. 

By Hans Christian Andersen, Vilhelm Pedersen (illustrator), H.B. Paull (translator)

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Snow Queen as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

"The Snow Queen" is one of Hans Christian Andersen’s longest and most popular tales. It’s about Gerda and her friend Kai growing up through many adventures. Exploring the struggle between good and evil, it’s a story of a magic mirror, trolls, sorceresses, and power.


Book cover of Little Bear

Teresa Anne Power Why did I love this book?

Little Bear, Mother Bear, Father Bear, and Duck were such lovable characters that they formed some of the inspiration for the characters in my own book series, many years after reading them both as a child and later to my children!

Little Bear stories are gentle, calm, and cozy, emphasizing friendship and family. Reading these stories will feel like a warm hug, for your kids and for you! 

By Else Holmelund Minarik, Maurice Sendak (illustrator),

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Little Bear as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 5, 6, and 7.

What is this book about?

From the illustrator of WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE.
Little Bear loves to go on adventures and Mother Bear is always there when he needs her. In this book he goes to the moon, plays in the snow and there's even a surprise birthday party. Just what will he get up to next?
Full of warm and lovingly playful stories that are perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences on their own.


Book cover of Flat Stanley

Teresa Anne Power Why did I love this book?

The story of Flat Stanley is so silly and outlandish, yet somehow relatable! It’s hard to believe the original title in this series is over 50 years old.

When Stanley becomes, well, flat, it launches him into adventures all over the world. Who hasn’t thought about being able to mail themselves wherever they want? But Stanley finds that being flat isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be.

Kids love this story of an ordinary boy thrust into extraordinary situations, and so do their adults!

By Jeff Brown,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Flat Stanley as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 4, 5, 6, and 7.

What is this book about?

In this 50th anniversary edition, join Flat Stanley and the rest of the Lambchop family on the adventure that started it all! 

Kids love Flat Stanley—even reluctant readers. And for parents and teachers, each Flat Stanley book delivers multicultural adventure, plot and character development story elements, and compare and contrast.

When Stanley Lambchop wakes up one morning, his brother, Arthur, is yelling. A bulletin board fell on Stanley during the night, and now he is only half an inch thick! Amazing things begin happening to him. Stanley gets rolled up, mailed, and flown like a kite. He even gets to…


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By Kev Harrison,

What is this book about?

It’s Seb’s last day working in Turkey, but his friend Oz has been cursed. Superstition turns to terror as the effects of the ancient malediction spill over and the lives of Oz and his family hang in the balance. Can Seb find the answers to remove the hex before it’s too late?

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