Susan Langlois

Everyone Gives is the historical tale of a community that comes together during the Coronavirus Pandemic. It is the story of a young boy who wants to help. And it is the tale of heroes who in real life stepped forward doing "big things and small things, helping with all kinds of things" so that others could continue on during the crisis. Because "that's how we live."

After Dolly is rescued, she experiences the joy of a loving family and home. Later, Dolly attends Dog School where she learns new 'tricks'. Soon after, Dolly is ready to go to work in an elementary school When the first day of school arrives, everyone at Roth School is a little bit nervous, especially Dolly. Will she know how to help the kids? Will they like her? Will she do a good job? As the day goes on, Dolly realizes that she knows exactly what to do, and she didn't learn it at Dog School. She just knows Read this book to see Dolly the Service Dog 'Pay It Forward' A heartwarming story illustrating the far reaching and self extending power of love. As Dolly tells her story, children will connect with her. Many readers will fall in love with Dolly, just as the children and staff of Roth Elementary School did.

It's Harvey versus a little girl-who's stronger? "Harvey is coming But everything is going to be all right " Mom exclaims to Malea. But her young daughter struggles to understand who and what Harvey is. As the water rises inside her home all around her, she wonders, "how is everything going to be all right?" Experiencing the storm leads Malea to understand Harvey, and along the way she discovers something special about the human spirit, about overcoming adversity, and about herself. For the young reader: This is a cartoon style-book that can be read and reread while asking yourself, "What would I do?" For Parents and Grandparents: This cartoon-illustrated story is a realistic yet gentle way to share the historic events of 2017 with your children and grandchildren without scaring them. Photographs from hurricane Harvey are included at the end of the book to merge Malea's story with the reality of the storm to emphasize the idea that children can overcome adversity.For Teachers: Using a cartoon-illustrated layout, this story opens itself up to classroom discussions. In addition, there are actual photographs with questions and prompts at the end of the book which can be modified for age appropriateness. Reading Everything is Going to Be All Right opens the door to meaningful and thoughtful discussions on many levels.