Betty and Her Red Wagon Series
Step into the heartwarming world of Betty, an adventurous young girl with a curious mind and a trusty red wagon. In this series, Betty sets out on everyday journeys that are anything but ordinary—transforming the familiar into an imaginative playground where small discoveries lead to big lessons about life, kindness, courage, and creativity.
From Author, Mari Baird Tetwiler, and Illustrator, Dennis Schiel, comes a tale about creative exploration and finding your power within.
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Spunky, precocious, and imaginative, Betty and her cat Anna begin an empowering journey with her trusty red wagon. Betty is eager to quickly navigate the woodland trails, where animals cross her path and then join her. As nature slows her down with zigzagging trails, movements, colors and sounds, she begins to notice everything around her.
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With her new pace and surprising wagon transformations, Betty is inspired to believe in herself, knowing with her creativity, kind heart, and determination, she can become whatever she wants to be.
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Release Date: September 13, 2022
Betty and Her Red Wagon: Courge Unleashed
From Author, Mari Baird Tetwiler, and Illustrator, Dennis Schiel, comes the second book in the series.
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Betty and her loyal cat Anna are excited to spend the summer at Mimi's beach house, bringing along her trusty red wagon for endless adventures. When Betty persuades her dad to rescue a timid Labrador puppy named Shadow, she's eager to help her new friend. But overcoming Shadow's fear of water proves to be a much bigger challenge than Betty ever imagined. As a towering wave looms, Betty and Shadow must dig deep to find the courage to stand strong-together.
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In this captivating second adventure of the Betty and Her Red Wagon series, young readers will embark on an inspiring journey that illustrates how true bravery comes from facing fears head-on. Will Betty and Shadow find the strength to conquer the waves, or will fear keep them from the joy of summer fun? Betty and Her Red Wagon: Courage Unleashed is a heartwarming story that celebrates friendship, resilience, and the boundless courage within every child.
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Perfect for sparking meaningful conversations about overcoming fear and challenges, this story is a must-have for parents and educators committed to building confidence in the next generation.
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Release Date: October 29, 2024