Coop Design By Merriweather
The second story in the Merriweather series. Merriweather has a brand-new coop (A Home for Merriweather)...but something isn't quite right. It just doesn't feel like her.
With her loyal friend Sammy by her side, Merriweather sets off on a delightful adventure to discover the perfect style. From cozy to colorful and everything in between, each stop brings her closer to turning her coop into a place that truly feels like home.
From Author Kelley M Likes and Illustrator Marta Serraggiotto comes an entertaining story about creativity, friendship, and finding your own unique style.
Kids ages: 6, 7, and 8
Grades: 1st and 2nd
Early/Transitional Reader
Lexile Level 500L
Cozy decorating adventure for kids
Creativity and confidence through design
A chicken searching for the perfect home style
Friendship and self-expression story
Perfect for imaginative young decorators
Books about finding where you belong
Fun introduction to decorating styles for children
Encourages creativity and individuality
Beautifully illustrated animal friendship story
Classroom-friendly SEL and creativity book
Perfect for kids who love decorating and animals
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kelley M Likes is an award-winning children's author, publisher, and former T6 Certified educator who creates stories that inspire curiosity and kindness, build confidence, creativity, and resilience. Her books range from humorous picture books and beginning readers to social-emotional learning stories that help children navigate real-life challenges.
Drawing on her background in business, education, and educational technology, Kelley creates engaging books for children of all ages, from beginning readers and humorous adventures to social-emotional learning stories and imaginative picture books.
As founder of Likes Publishing, Kelley is dedicated to producing high-quality books that inspire a lifelong love of reading while helping children navigate friendship, emotions, creativity, and personal growth.
A mini-stroke survivor, brain tumor host, and lifelong storyteller, Kelley believes books can help children see the world, and themselves, in new ways. When she's not writing, Kelley enjoys encouraging young writers, speaking to students about the publishing process, and helping aspiring authors bring their own stories to life.
EDUCATION:
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Media and Technology
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Business Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration
Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Marketing and Management
AUTHOR VISITS
I offer a full day of age-specific presentations for grades 1st to 12th, focused on what it means to be an author & publisher and creating stories. Visits can include: Lunch with students, book signings, contest judging, classroom drop-ins, and individual classroom presentations and discussions. In addition, free lesson plans with projects to extend the visit are included.
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR
Marta Serraggiotto is a children's book illustrator from Italy. She has a BA in Psychological Science and is currently studying Developmental and Educational Psychology. After studying Digital Illustration at the International School of Comics, she has specialized in children's books, with a focus on picture books. She's currently open to work on picture books, board books, chapter books, and middle grade. She has a soft spot for whimsical stories, especially if they have Social Emotional Learning elements and a sparkle of magic
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