This story is about little Katie who was happily skipping along in the park one sunny morning with her mother. They were hurrying to catch a bus because their van was in the shop for repairs. As Katie and her mother briskly walked past a park bench, Katie spied a young man sitting there who looked very sad. Katie had no way of knowing it, but the young man had just lost his job. Quick as a wink, she flashed him a brilliant smile. That beautiful smile, so freely given by this happy little child, seemed to light up his heart. Other people had passed him that morning without even noticing him; therefore, Katie's innocent smile, which was so unexpected, became his inspiration to start looking for a job.

One Smile

Cindy McKinley

Scholastic. Inc.

Even the smallest acts of kindness can powerfully impact the lives of others. This truth is beautifully demonstrated as we follow the far-reaching effects of young Katie's innocent smile. With this simple gesture, she ignites a circle of warmth that flows from person to person, touching the hearts and lives of people she may never even meet. Cindy McKinley's enchanting story, brought to life by Mary Gregg Byrne's exquisite watercolor illustrations, will warm your heart with its timeless message. Children and adults alike will be inspired to pass One Smile on to everyone they meet.

Children's Books

Literature & Fiction

Illumination Arts Publishing Company

In this compelling sequel to the award-winning One Smile, a young boy s wish for a more peaceful world ignites a chain reaction of goodwill and cooperation that spreads throughout his community.  When Jacob gives a teacher his seat on the bus, his simple act of kindness is passed on to a neighbor, a mailman, a lonely young girl, a basketball player, and a dentist's daughter before finally circling back to him and his special project.  As Cindy McKinley's heartwarming story unfolds, we see how even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference. Inspired by Mary Gregg Byrne's vibrant illustrations, readers of all ages will discover the unlimited power of One Voice.

One Voice

Science, Nature & How It Works

Illumination Arts

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Books by Cindy McKinley

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One Smile

One Smile

One Voice