Violet used to love birthday parties, but now that she has celiac disease, she's not allowed to eat pizza, cake, or anything else with gluten. Violet feels alone until she discovers that some animals have dietary restrictions as well. While standing up for her animal friends, she realizes she can do the same for herself. And when it's time to celebrate Violet's birthday, there isn't a single gluten-containing crumb in sight! Filled with pluck and humor, this informative story provides a great opportunity to discuss this increasingly common condition with children who have celiac disease and gluten-intolerance as well as those who know people who have it and are seeking to learn more about it. This book has been approved by the Celiac Disease Foundation.

A story about a happy, active five-year-old who finds out she has celiac disease, but learns how to control it by eating a gluten-free diet.

Buttercup and Violet are flower fairies—and the BEST of friends. They live in tree houses near the Whispering Woods. Buttercup, who is outgoing and adventurous, loves nothing more than to solve a mystery. Violet loves to bake and, although shy, she often invites her friends to her little blue house to share her freshly baked cookies. On this beautiful fall day, when Violet’s friends smell her cookies baking, they gather at her house, only to find that her freshly baked cookies have mysteriously disappeared from the window sill where she left them to cool. Buttercup, Violet, and their friends Daisy and Bertie then set out to solve the mystery—a search for “The Cookie Thief.” Fairy lovers will enjoy this mystery with its surprise ending! And the rich fall colors in the illustrations are a visual delight. Note for Parents This book is age-appropriate for young readers with more advanced reading skills. For parents who read to their younger children, the beautiful illustrations will capture the little ones’ interest. The back of the book contains both an abridged dictionary that defines the more advanced vocabulary and also a list of suggested questions for use in homeschooling or book clubs.

A service dog and his human share a special bond. Chewie's nose always knows. That's why he's training to be a gluten-detection service dog for Alice. His job will be to keep Alice from getting sick. But Chewie gets distracted by bugs in the air and pizza on the sidewalk. He must find a way to focus and complete his training—because Alice needs him.

Everybody needs a backup plan, especially when you lose your favorite toy. When Max loses his favorite toy—Bunny—his clever mom brings out the "backup bunny"—Fluffy—to save the day. Fluffy is thrilled to have the chance to play with Max, but is soon rejected by the observant child who notices that his ears are too new and perky. Can Fluffy find a way into his favorite boy's heart? The Backup Bunny will keep you laughing and inspire you to make room for another favorite story.

"Adam's Gluten Free Surprise shares Adam's experiences through the first six months of a new school year just after being diagnosed with celiac. He faces each special treat day with a positive attitude, knowing he can choose from his own box of gluten free treats. Watch as his teacher, Mrs. Brown, learns how to accommodate his needs by reading labels and avoiding cross contamination. In the end, Adam's class surprises him with a party that is completely gluten free. Adam's Gluten Free Surprise is about the acceptance that is required by the child with a special diet and the understanding required by those who are important parts of his or her life."--Cover

Performance jitters lead to some imaginative what ifs before a little girl finds her confidence. Hannah loves to play her violin—as long as no one is watching. On the day of the recital, she’s wishing something wild would happen so she won’t have to go. Perhaps a dolphin will jump out of the fountain and carry her away, or a giant rabbit will abscond with her violin. Hannah’s big imagination dreams up all kinds of entertaining scenarios that could change the course of her day, but what actually happens is the most amazing of all! Children and grown-ups alike will relate to Hannah’s stage fright and get a laugh out of all her wishful thinking. Most importantly, they will be right there beside her on recital day when something wild—and beautiful—happens.