Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs - SPECIAL EDITION: An Award-Winning Fairy Tale with Bonus Illustrations. Teaches Empathy, Responsibility, and Kindness - Hardcover

Shadrick, P E

Hardcover

ISBN 13: 9798991234009

Publisher: P.E. Shadrick, 2024

Synopsis

Winner of Four Children's Book Awards

"...These are pages to soak up and get lost in. This adorable children's story will delight elementary-aged kids but also parents and teachers." - BookLife by Publishers Weekly

A whimsical fairy tale that teaches kindness, respect, and responsibility-through the eyes of a clever girl and some very messy ladybugs.

Do you ever wake up with tangles in your hair? Six-year-old Lisbeth does-and when Grandma explains the culprit, Lisbeth is enchanted. Every night, a troupe of ladybugs throws a grand gala in her hair. But when the bugs forget to clean up, Lisbeth and her Grandmother must step in and fix the mess, learning that sometimes we clean up not because we made the mess, but because it's the right thing to do.

Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs blends joyful storytelling with meaningful life lessons. Featuring exclusive expanded illustrations that bring this imaginative story to life in breathtaking detail, this award-winning SPECIAL EDITION picture book is immersive, with vibrant, detailed, hand-rendered artwork that invites children to explore each page with wonder.

Perfect for teaching:

• Responsibility and consequences
• Respect for others and their space
• Teamwork, problem-solving, and compassion

Ideal for children ages 3-7, this picture book is a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians looking for:

• Fairy tales with a moral
• SEL (social-emotional learning) stories
• Nature and insect-themed picture books

Awards: 2024 Story Monsters Approved Book Winner; 2025 Purple Dragonfly 2nd Place Winner; 2025 AWA Children's Book International Award Finalist; 2025 Literary Global Children's Book Award Finalist

Let Lisbeth's magical adventure inspire your little ones to act with kindness and care, one gala, one tangle, and one lesson at a time.

About this title

About the Authors

A native of Atlanta, Georgia, P.E. Shadrick grew up surrounded by masterful storytellers. She nurtured a passion for creativity through design and writing, eventually building a career in marketing and communications.After achieving success, Shadrick fulfilled her lifelong dream of becoming a published author. Leveraging her expertise, she wrote her debut book, 'Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs, ' in 2024, followed by 'Elephants DO Forget - How Emory Found His Memory' in 2025.She currently resides with her family in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian mountains.

Maya Penzlik is a talented artist and illustrator residing in Montreal, Canada. She creates beautiful, whimsical paintings featuring colorful characters and dreamy landscapes that are full of life and magic. Maya draws inspiration from her dreams, cherished childhood memories, and her desire to explore new and exciting places. Her work is also influenced by the special moments she shares with her daughter, Eva.

Edition details

• Publisher: P.E. Shadrick
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798991234009
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Penzlik Maya
• Number of pages: 34
• Editor: Rees Jennifer