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Big Adventures, Small Lessons: TL Johnson Classics

Heartfelt Picture Books That Teach Big Lessons Through Small, Meaningful Adventures

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    Cover of Curls & Crowns by TL Johnson showing a smiling Black girl with curly hair and her crown.
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    Curls & Crowns: The Wonders of Your Hair– A Beautiful Black Children’s Book About Hair, Self-Love, and Confidence
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    Cover of The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant by TL Johnson featuring Tay Tay wearing her magical flying blanket.
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    The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant – A Magical Black Children’s Book About Imagination, Friendship & Adventure
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    Tee Jay & Boney: Defenders of the Backyard Portal – A Fun & Magical Black Children’s Adventure About Friendship, Courage, and Imagination
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    Cover of The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant: Dinoland Diplomacy by TL Johnson featuring Tay Tay and Mr. Elephant surrounded by friendly dinosaurs.
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    The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant: Dinoland Diplomacy – A Diverse Children’s Book About Courage, Teamwork, and Friendship
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    Cover of The Christmas Closer by TL Johnson showing a joyful cool Black elf and Black Santa Clause celebrating Christmas.
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    The Christmas Closer – A Heartwarming Black Children’s Book About Family, Love, and the Magic of Giving
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    Nobody Listens to Dad – A Funny & Heartfelt Children’s Book About Family, Patience, and Love
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    Cover of Mom Is Always Fussin’ by TL Johnson showing a playful Black family moment.
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    Mom Is Always Fussin’ – A Funny & Heartfelt Children’s Book About Family, Love, and Patience
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    Don’t Worry, I’ll Be Back Soon – A Comforting Children’s Book About Love, Separation, and Reassurance
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    Mom & Dad, Don’t Worry Bundle by TL Johnson – Diverse children’s books about family, emotions, and culture
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    Mom & Dad, Don’t Worry Bundle – Diverse Children’s Books About Real Family Life
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    Big Adventures, Small Lessons delivers heartfelt picture books that teach meaningful values through simple, engaging stories young readers can connect with. Each tale helps children develop empathy, responsibility, kindness, and emotional awareness through relatable characters and everyday adventures.

    This collection supports early literacy and social-emotional learning, making it ideal for ages 4–9. With gentle messages and uplifting themes, these stories help children navigate real-world moments while building confidence, curiosity, and critical thinking.

    Whether you're searching for picture books with life lessons, emotional-learning stories, or uplifting read-alouds for kids, Big Adventures, Small Lessons offers meaningful stories that stay with young readers long after the final page.

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    Big Adventures, Small Lessons brings heart, purpose, and meaningful storytelling to young readers growing into their best selves.

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