Books written by Dawn Casey

Winter Tales

There they found the wise woman . The reindeer looked at her with such pleading eyes that her own eyes twinkled . " Don't you see ? ' she said to the reindeer , " I can give Gerda no greater power than the power of her own heart .
Babushka: A Christmas Tale

This timeless Russian tale will warm your heart and fill you up with the joyful, generous spirit of Christmas.
Best Easter Egg Hunt Ever!

"On a warm spring day, in the tall green grass, a little gray rabbit was sniffing the air. It was Easter Sunday. It was ... egg-hunt time! But can Rabbit find the most special Easter egg of all?" -- Page [4] cover.
Apple Cake: A Gratitude

In this simple rhyming story from the author of Held in Love, a child says thank you for the gifts nature provides, from hazelnuts in the hedge to apples from the tree, eggs from the hens to milk from the cow.
The Forest Year: 150 Creative Ideas for Learing Outdoors

This book is about encouraging children's natural fascination with the forest and its inhabitants.
The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac

Meanwhile, Cockeral had spotted something. A raft, he crowed triumphantly. Come on up, he called to Monkey and Sheep.
The Children of Lir: A Celtic Legend

Retelling of the Celtic legend in which a king's children are changed into swans by their evil stepmother.
The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales

Seven folktales from around the world express the belief that the Earth and all living things are sacred, and that it us up to each of us to care for our part of the planet. Includes an introduction and "eco-activity" for each tale.
A Lullaby for Little One

Sharing a last game at the end of a lovely day filled with laughter and fun, little Bunny and Big Daddy Rabbit are joined by their woodland friends until little Bunny tires of all the hullabaloo, prompting a special lullaby by Big Daddy ...
Babushka

The traditional Russian folk tale of Christmas with glowing illustrations from an award-winning artist. The traditional Russian tale for Christmastime, exquisitely illustrated and sensitively retold.
Babushka: A Classic Folk Tale for Christmas

Babushka is busy tidying her house when three unexpected guests arrive telling her that they are looking for a baby, a new born king. When they leave Babushka stays behind cleaning and tidying, and preparing a gift for the baby.
My Nana's Garden

A lyrical, stunningly illustrated book about love, loss, and the healing power of nature My nana's garden is tangled with weeds.
I Love You Now and Forever

PICTURE STORYBOOKS. I love you as sure as the strong oak stands, as unshakeable as the unquakeable great mountain...I love you this day and every day. Share in all types of unconditional, unwavering love in I Love You Now and Forever.
The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales

The seven folk tales are each followed by a hands-on activity that promotes green living and reinforces the eco-messages of the stories. Gold nautilus Book Award Winner.
The Great Race

The excitement-filled story is followed by notes on the Chinese calendar, important Chinese holidays, and a chart outlining the animal signs based on birth years.
Winter Tales: Stories and Folktales from Around the World

Written by award-winning author Dawn Casey and with beautifully detailed artwork by illustrator Zanna Goldhawk, this is a magical book to be treasured for generations to come.
Spin a Scarf of Sunshine

Spin a Scarf of Sunshine is a simple, lyrical story which encourages young children to engage with the wool cycle and understand the basics of traditional crafts of natural spinning, dyeing, knitting and gardening.
The Best Easter Egg Hunt Ever

Join Rabbit on a hunt for the most special egg of all in The Best Easter Egg Hunt Ever, by Dawn Casey and illustrated by Katy Hudson.