#Altadenastrong

Altadena (my home), Sierra Madre, and Palisades have been through a lot this year. FIRE, YOU’RE FIRED! is the picture/coloring book I created to help kids process the incomprehensible. Families are invited to download it for free as often as you like.

  • Fire, You’re Fired! picture book for Altadena

    Fire, You’re Fired!

    After clumsy Fire accidentally destroyed Altadena, Bear, Coyote, and Rabbit decided to fire Fire. But did they go too far? Download the free PDF

    I created this story for the kids in our community after the Eaton wildfire.

    A coloring book with thick lines lets children explore big feelings as they color the pictures throughout the story.

    TRIGGER WARNING: I drew the fire and the aftermath so kids can use the physical act of coloring to help them process their trauma. I ask adults to please pre-read the book to make sure it is appropriate for each child’s particular situation.

  • cuckoos are trouble

    Cuckoos Are Trouble

    A story based on real-life parasitic bird behaviors, Charlie won’t let a few dozen pesky eggs get between her and a game of pickle ball. Whatever it takes.

  • Dookie, the Duke of Poop

    Dookie, the Duke of Poop

    When Imani resists a trip to the bathroom will the Duke of Poop convince her to never ever EVER hold in a poop?