We have all three of Melanie Lewis's books, and my daughter cannot pick a favorite. She loves Stella the chicken, the boy with the cookie dough bait, and all the tree friends equally. Each book has its own charm and the illustrations are beautiful. They have become our go-to bedtime stories, and we keep reaching for them night after night.
Megan Smom of a 4-year-old
As a grandmother, I appreciate books that have heart without being preachy. These three books deliver exactly that. The Chicken Whisper teaches about change, The Magic Fisherman celebrates simplicity, and Memaw's Tree Friends is full of gentle life lessons. They are all warm, funny, and perfect for snuggling up with the grandkids.
Carol Bgrandmother of five
I am a kindergarten teacher, and I have used all three of these books in my classroom. The kids love the talking animals, the funny situations, and the colorful pictures. Each story sparks great conversations about feelings, friendship, and trying new things. Melanie Lewis has a real gift for connecting with little ones in a way that feels genuine and fun.
Mr. Andersonkindergarten teacher
The Magic Fisherman (Book-1)
My son loves fishing with his grandpa, so this book was an instant hit. He thought it was so funny that the grown-ups could not catch anything while the boy was pulling in fish left and right. He kept saying, 'They just need some cookie dough, Mom!' It sparked a great conversation about not needing fancy stuff to have fun.
Jessica Pmom of two boys
I bought this for my grandson because he spends a lot of time with his grandma in the kitchen. He loved that the boy's secret weapon was cookie dough bait balls. We read it together, and he immediately wanted to go fishing and make our own bait. It is such a sweet reminder of how special those simple moments with grandparents can be.
Robert Kgrandfather of three
As a teacher, I am always looking for books that make kids laugh while also having a little heart. This one delivered. My students loved the idea of the grown-ups copying the boy and thinking they needed to stand a certain way. The illustrations had them pointing and giggling the whole time. It is a fun, light read that leaves everyone smiling.
Emily Rsecond grade teacher
The Chicken Whisper (Book-2)
My daughter and I read this book together, and she immediately wanted to name our new pet chick Stella. The way the story handles Charlie leaving for a new farm really helped her understand when her best friend moved away. She asked so many good questions afterward, and we had the sweetest conversation about feelings and change. Highly recommend for any little one dealing with transitions.
Sarah Mmother of two
I read this to my kindergarten class, and they were absolutely hooked from the very first page. They loved the idea of talking to animals and kept asking if I could whisper to our class pet. The playful dialogue between Josie and the chickens had them giggling the whole time. It is refreshing to find a book that is fun to read aloud and also has real heart.
Mr. Thompsonelementary school teacher
The illustrations in this book are just gorgeous. My son kept pointing at all the different chickens and asking about their colors. He loves looking at the pictures while I read, and he always wants to go back and find Stella on every page. The artwork really brings the farm to life and makes the story feel so cozy and warm. It has quickly become our nightly favorite.
Lisa Rgrandmother of three
Memaw's Tree Friends Bedtime Stories (Book-3)
I am a mom of two little ones, and this book has become our bedtime favorite. My daughter loves Ginny the Panda Bear the most. She always asks me to read that story again and again. The stories are short enough to keep my three-year-old interested, but my six-year-old loves them too. I appreciate that the animals face real problems and learn good lessons. We read this book practically every night now.
Amy from Texas
As a grandmother of four, I am always looking for books that create special moments with my grandkids. This book does exactly that. The stories remind me of the tales my own grandmother used to tell me. I love that I can sit with each grandchild and share these gentle adventures. The animals feel so real, and the lessons are perfect for little ones. This book has become a treasured part of our time together.
Linda from Florida
My son is usually very active and has trouble settling down at night. This book has been a game changer for us. The stories are calming without being boring. He gets invested in the characters and their little problems. I like that the book teaches patience and resilience without being preachy. The writing is warm and inviting. I would recommend this to any parent struggling with bedtime routines.
We have all three of Melanie Lewis's books, and my daughter cannot pick a favorite. She loves Stella the chicken, the boy with the cookie dough bait, and all the tree friends equally. Each book has its own charm and the illustrations are beautiful. They have become our go-to bedtime stories, and we keep reaching for them night after night.
Megan S mom of a 4-year-old