Kelly O'Neill
Books
There's an Elephant in My Bathtub
written by Connie Bowman
illustrated by Kelly O'Neill
There’s an ELEPHANT in the bathtub!
And a CAMEL in the study—and a LION on the couch—and a GORILLA in the kitchen! When wild animals make themselves at home, what’s a dad to do?
PRAISE FOR THERE'S AN ELEPHANT IN MY BATHTUB:
“A delightful read full of surprises, as a dad discovers his son’s animals around the house. Young readers will enjoy the adventure of finding all of the different animals and their hiding places. Connie Bowman has created a timeless tale that will become a favorite story to read again and again.”
~ Stacey Summerly Morrison, children’s media specialist
“There’s an Elephant in My Bathtub is a charming, imaginative story about a menagerie of ‘wild’ stuffed animals coming to life. Though each animal found throughout the house appears scary, they are actually docile and sweet. It is a great confidence booster for young children, teaching them to use the power of their imagination to turn what is fearful into that which is friendly and harmless. The adorable illustrations and imaginative story are sure to please readers both young and old. I highly recommend it!”
~ Mary Sidhwani, RN/PsyD
“Ever wonder what happens when you are at school? Sometimes even dads have adventures and meet friends in unexpected places!”
~ Hannah Graham, director of Christian Formation and summer camp chaplain
“Connie Bowman has created a truly magical, incredibly creative story about the importance of joy, childlike play, and open mindedness that will delight and positively guide children and adults alike. This is the perfect gift for any child and will most definitely become a family favorite.”
~ Julie Reisler, author, TEDx speaker, podcast host, life designer (PR)
“Parents, you will want to read this book with your children! It will engage your young reader while providing clever examples of figurative language. Suspense throughout with a sweet, wholesome ending!”
~ Amanda Smith, Loudon County Public Schools teacher
“Everyone will enjoy this adorable story of a dad’s adventure rescuing wild animals throughout the house. Connie Bowman does an amazing job describing the characteristics of each animal as they are politely escorted back to the bedroom.”
~ Katie Parker, Early Childhood Educator, Special Education
“Children will love to hear this charming tale of a dad’s adventure as he finds animals in the most unexpected places. This imaginative story is one families will love to explore night after night!”
~ Emily Baxter, kindergarten teacher
“Connie Bowman offers a charming and cleverly illustrated tale of a father and his young son, and the beloved animals that are an important part of their relationship. This story will become a bed-time favorite.”
~ KCT, retired children’s librarian
“We love this creatively imaginative story written by Connie. I especially love that it is teaching my two-year-old to clean up all of his animals around the house with kindness and manners. There’s an Elephant in My Bathtub is a favorite read morning, noon, or night for the entire family.”
~ Sara Corcoran, educator
A Caterpillar at the Dentist
illustrated by Kelly O'Neill
She’s never had a filling before! When Ira meets Zack, a talking caterpillar, in the dentist’s waiting room, Zack knows just how to make her feel better. Zack will explain that the dentist’s tools are simple, harmless objects used in everyday life. Through their imagination, Ira will learn to understand the nature and importance of getting a filling.
PRAISE FOR A CATERPILLAR AT THE DENTIST:
“A Caterpillar at the Dentist is a must-read for parents who want to help their child prepare for their first dental visit. It is a positive story that provides child-friendly language for the different parts of a dental visit and a positive reflection of the dental team, along with the office setting and tools they use to keep kids’ mouths healthy! A great example of caring and collaboration with dental providers and families to maintain a healthy smile, which keeps kids healthy and ready to learn!”
—Tegwyn H. Brickhouse, DDS, PhD; Interim Chair, Department of Oral Health Promotion and Community Outreach; Director, Oral Health Services Research Core, Phillips Institute for Oral Health Research, VCU School of Dentistry; Director, Oral Health in Childhood and Adolescence; Institute for Inclusion, Inquiry, and Innovation
“Children almost always dread visiting dentists due to anxiety and fear that may stem from parents, peers, or other sources. This book will definitely help in eradicating such fears. It will not only boost the child’s confidence in visiting a dentist, but also make the child look forward to visiting one. I also congratulate Dr. Shweta Ujaoney immensely for coming up with this wonderful caterpillar story, which I believe is so beautiful and colorful that any child will read with keen interest.”
—Dr. Paul Chalakkal, Pediatric Dentist, India; Prestigious Young Pedodontist Award Recipient, Proactive Academician Award Recipient for Pediatric Dentistry
“Extremely well-written and well-illustrated! Very novel way to prepare kids and parents for a visit to the dentist.”
—Manju Mamtani, MD
“Little Ira has a cavity in her tooth, and she’s worried about seeing the dentist. But when she visits Dr. U’s office, she makes a friend who gives her the inside scoop. Join Ira and Zack as they take a special tour of the dentist’s office and meet all the fun characters who help Dr. U every day. Packed with information about tools and procedures, this bright book will be handy for any child visiting the dentist.”
—Pavi Raman, MD
“Informative, educational, and colorful are just some of the words that come to mind when describing A Caterpillar at the Dentist. Join Ira on a fun-filled adventure that thoroughly explains what a cavity is, how it is fixed, and what tools are used to fix it. As a registered dental hygienist, I truly feel this book will familiarize children with the dental office and ease dental anxiety because it is informative and explains things in such a vibrant and calming manner. It is a must-read for all young children.”
— Amanda Hann, RDH
“Informative, innovative, and inspirational!”
— Hemant Kulkarni, MD
Losing a Tooth
illustrated by Kelly O'Neill
Losing your first tooth can be hard to do . . . but it can also be exciting!
Feeling it wobble around in your mouth and trying to imagine your smile without it might feel a little scary. But follow along with one little girl as she loses her first tooth, learns it isn't as hard as she thought, and grows in confidence along the way!