Anika is excited to see someone new move in next door, but something looks very different about her new neighbor! She has a pointy hat, a black cat and is up to something suspicious... Oh no! Witches don’t exist! Do they? Is everything as it seems? This rhyming picture book playfully introduces why we should not judge people by their appearance. Exploring how stereotypes and superficial judgements are often misleading. Instead of dealing with racism, diversity and equality head on, it provides a great way to discuss and explore these concepts with children. To help overcome gender stereotyping, the story has female lead characters of color. Exposure to gender and race diversity at an early age helps create a better foundation for equality, which is why Anika books feature female characters, and usually in non-gender stereotype roles. Providing an opportunity for kids to visualize diverse characters in different roles, and for parents to explore these concepts comfortably.

Anika is excited to see someone new move in next door, but something looks different about her new neighbor. Is she a witch? Is everything as it seems? This rhyming picture book playfully introduces why we should not judge people by their appearance. Providing a great way to explore concepts of racism, diversity and equality with children.

See what different kinds of hats people wear.

Two children sitting at home on a rainy day are visited by the cat who shows them some tricks and games.

Explores neurological disorders and their effects upon the minds and lives of those affected with an entertaining voice.

A delightful tale about magic hats and bonnets, but above all about the importance about being yourself and the hidden treasures we carry within us. Guided Reading Level: O, Lexile Level: 950L

A mouse tries on many kinds of hats and becomes a firefighter, gardener, chef, teaparty hostess, and space traveler.