Picture Books by Marijanel

 A Wholesome Story from Jar to Loaf

In Let’s Sourdough!, Grandma Bunny and her curious Tibs mix up something more than bread, they stir in patience, science, and love. 

Together, they feed “Bubbles” the sourdough starter, wait for it to grow, and bake a warm, delicious loaf. 

Along the way, Tibs learns that good things take time.

This cozy picture book blends real baking steps with gentle storytelling, introducing young readers to the wonder of sourdough and the joy of learning side by side. With tender illustrations and simple science woven throughout, Let’s Sourdough! is perfect for family storytime, homeschool moments, or anyone who finds joy in watching things rise.

 Perfect for ages 2 to 6, A Busy Day in ABC Woods is a bright and playful way to learn the ABCs. With fast-paced, rhythmic sentences and lively illustrations, young readers follow woodland animals as they munch, buzz, jump, and zoom through their alphabet adventures. 

Why Parents, Teachers, and Caregivers Love This Book:

• Educational and Fun: Engaging stories paired with vibrant illustrations make learning the alphabet a joy.
• Designed for Short Attention Spans: Fast-paced, rhythmic sentences deliver education in a way that’s perfect for those who thrive at a quicker pace.
• Easy to Read: Rhythmic words and short sentences are ideal for young readers and read-aloud sessions.
• Interactive Learning: Prompts and playful activities, such as spotting tree-shaped letters and discovering the words and sounds that match each one, encourage active participation and reinforce learning.

Snuggle up and explore the vibrant pages of A Busy Day in ABC Woods—where delightful critters take you on a memorable and fun alphabet adventure! 

 With this gentle farmyard tale, Marijanel invites readers onto a sunny farm where the animals learn that waiting can be filled with joy. 

As each curious animal stops by Chicken on her nest, they hear her positive words, “Wait, darling, wait. Something good is going to happen,” leading to a happy surprise. 

Warm, uplifting, and perfect for ages 2 to 8, this delightful story celebrates patience, hope, and the excitement of anticipating wonderful things. 

 This beloved farmyard tale, Wait, Darling, Wait, is now available in French Canadian as Attends, mon cœur, attends, inviting even more families to enjoy the joy, patience, and warm surprise at the heart of the story. Perfect for bilingual homes and classrooms, this edition brings Chicken’s hopeful message to life for French speaking readers. 

 The heartwarming farmyard story Wait, Darling, Wait is now available in Spanish as ¡Espera, Cariño, Espera!. This beautifully translated edition shares the same message of hope, patience, and happy surprises, opening the door for more families to enjoy the tale in their own language. Ideal for bilingual homes and classrooms, it offers Spanish speaking readers a  joyful reading experience.