Books by Cindy Ortego
In a cozy coop just after dawn, trouble is stirring, and it all starts with a tiny hen named Little Miss Two Pence. When she takes a daring leap over the fence, feathers fly, and panic spreads among the flock. But wise ole Momma Lou isn’t flustered. She knows every chick must follow their own path, even if it leads to new ground (and maybe a few new bugs!).
'A Lesson From the Coop' is a heartwarming, humorous tale about courage, curiosity, and the comfort of home. With charming rhymes and lovable characters, this delightful story reminds young readers that sometimes, stepping out is the best way to find your way back. Perfect for kids ages 4-8 and their grown-up storytime companions!
Tucked away in a backyard somewhere in South Louisiana, 4 friends are enjoying a day together that started out as a birthday party with a special gift. As the birthday boy slips on a pair of rubber boots, he and his buddies realize that their world has somehow been transformed into a place where adventures and fun fill the hours of a not-so-ordinary day!
The 'Magic of the Rubber Boots' is a heartwarming reminder of the joy and wonder that can fill a day when a few of your friends join you to celebrate your birthday. The characters in this book are four lil Cajuns who are full of mischief and pep, enjoying every minute of a special day, till the shadows grow long and bedtime calls.
The narrator speaks to us with a beautiful Cajun dialect. This story is written in rhyme and reminds us to believe in magic and to look for the adventures that are all around each of us. The Magic of the Rubber Boots would be a great read for 4-to 8-year-olds with their story time buddy.
A QR code inside the back of the book allows readers to listen to an audio reading of the story in authentic Cajun dialect.
On a special Saturday morning, in her happy place, T-Lis meets a new friend whose name is Squippy. He is a little squirrel who has somehow ended up on T-Lis’ porch.
While the two get acquainted, Squippy shares that he lives way up high in the branches of a nearby tree. Although he really would like to be back in his nest, he simply doesn’t know how to get there. Listening to the little Squirrel’s story, T-Lis realizes she understands how he feels and perhaps she has some wisdom and encouragement to share with her new friend.
‘Squippy Gets His Brave Back’ is a sweet story that shares a message for anyone who has ever struggled within a circumstance and found themselves unable to move forward. This book would be a good choice for young readers ages 7 to 9 and a wonderful story to open the topic of life within or after a struggle.