Join a spunky collection of paintbrushes as they set out to create a grand masterpiece. When some of the brushes don't cooperate, is it because they are misbehaving...or is there another reason entirely? In this story, young readers are introduced to some of the behavioral differences in their autistic peers. Without ever mentioning any particular challenge or disability by name, this story helps children recognize and understand what autism is, and impress upon them the importance of showing kindness to those who are different, wrapped into a fun story with lighthearted, engaging characters. They worked through the day, then stopped and admired, the wisdom their now-painted canvas inspired: their painting was perfect, It all meshed just fine, with it's colorful circles, and angry green line. It was a true masterpiece, not one thing was wrong, including the hum of their single-note song. Written in verse, "The Masterpiece" combines the lyrical rhythm of Dr. Seuss, with the playfulness of Mo Willems, in a bright, colorful fantasy world where all people, regardless of their differences, prove to be an important part of the community canvas.

The Masterpiece (One Big Canvas)

Children's Books

Miletsky, Jay

Arts, Music & Photography

New Paige Press

The paintbrushes are back, as they welcome their friend Clay for a visit from across the art studio Their grand masterpiece finished, the paintbrushes excitedly await the arrival of Clay, who is coming by for a visit. Loud and brash, Clay arrives with exuberance, but quickly becomes confused and dismayed when some of the paintbrushes begin to exhibit some unusual behavior. But as he realizes it's not simply a matter of misbehaving, Clay molds himself - not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. Written in conjunction with the REED Foundation for Autism, and a follow up to The Masterpiece, this story focuses on helping people understand, recognize and accept their peers with autism, without ever mentioning any particular challenge or disability.

The Molding of Clay

Mr. Jay

Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book

Video games and electronics are fun....but is there anything better or more creative than a good book? 
Young Patrick Picklebottom gets the surprise of his life when a kind-hearted store owner sells him his favorite book for only one penny: 
"Would you like to buy this?" asked an elderly man. 
"I'd like to," said Patrick, "but I don't think I can. 
I've only one penny, and not one penny more," 
then he hung his head low, and he turned toward the door. 
"As it happens," replied the kind-hearted gent, 
"This book only costs a single red cent.” 
But will he get to read its wondrous stories... or will he be lured away by the flashy apps, video games and other electronics he finds his friends playing with as he heads back home? 
Written lyrically with vibrant, colorful illustrations, Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book is a story about the magic of books and the love of reading. Without being preachy or putting down gadgets, games and electronics, which are an undeniable and often positive part of modern life, the story instead highlights how a child's imagination and creativity can soar by simply reading a great book. 
From the best-selling author of Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll, Tess, the Tin that Wanted to Rock, The Bear and the Fern and The Masterpiece comes a new cast of lovable characters and a story you and your children will cherish for years, and read over and over again. 
Combining the spirit of She Silverstein, the heart of Mo Willems, and the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss, Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book is ideal for children ages 3-9 and Pre K-3rd grade. 
Kids ages: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9

Literature & Fiction

Ricky is back and starring in a brand new adventure! When Ricky's school teacher gives the class an assignment to write a story using rhymes, Ricky begins to panic. Ricky felt lost - his head started to spin. So he turned 'round to talk to his friend, Tess the Tin. "Rhyming's confusing," Ricky said with a frown. But Tess said, "Cheer up, and don't look so down. You just need some practice - you'll figure it out! You'll learn how to rhyme - I don't have a doubt." As Ricky and Tess leave school for the day, Tess is determined to help her friend learn how to rhyme, and maybe discover that he actually knew how to rhyme all along - he just needed to try. This clever, hysterical picture book, written in verse (of course!), brings fan favorites Ricky the Rock and Tess the Tin, together in a story that is fun to read, with a powerful lesson about the importance of trying. Combining the spirit of The Giving Tree with the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss, Ricky the Rock that Couldn't Rhyme is destined to be a favorite among children, teachers and parents alike. Targeted for children ages 3-11, and grades K-3, this is the next book in the "You Rock Group" collection by Mr. Jay, author of Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll, The Bear and the Fern, Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book, and many others. Kids ages: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 and grades K-3

Ricky, the Rock that Just Couldn't Rhyme (Another "You Rock!" Group Books)

Patrick is back! Can YOU help him solve 10 different mysteries? Patrick Picklebottom has a knack for critical thinking. So it's not too surprising that he and his best friend, Claire, keep coming across everyday mysteries. In school, at the local ice cream shop, during a history fair - even in his own house - Patrick constantly comes across new cases to crack. In the great tradition of the classic Encyclopedia Brown books by Donald J. Sobol, The Patrick Picklebottom Everyday Mysteries takes the beloved picture book character into a completely new direction with an interactive book for early readers. Join Patrick and his friends in 10 short stories where YOU help solve the mysteries. Can you figure out the solutions based on the clues provided? Think carefully before checking the answers in the back! Ideal for kids 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, and grades 3-5

Patrick Picklebottom Everyday Mysteries: Book One: The Case of the Brazilian Vase (Patrick Picklebottom Everyday Mysteries, 1)

The order of the letters in the alphabet is a time-honored tradition. But when some of the letters become unhappy with their place in the line, it becomes an all-out letter rebellion. Can the alphabet ever recover, or will communication break down forever? It's a day like any other, with all of the letters standing around and talking. But when the letter N decides he wants more room and to be moved further up to the front of the line, all of the letters begin to argue and the entire alphabet breaks down: Some letters left, and some letters stayed, ruining words and the ideas they conveyed. Without their friend N, "Near" became "Ear" and without C and L, well, nothing seemed clear. Some words were shortened, some ceased to exist some lost all meaning, and ... you get the gist. It all became chaos, with no way to converse (I almost gave up on writing this verse!) Years pass with virtually no communication as the letters refused to work together. Are they destined to stay quiet forever, or will they find away to get back together and reform the alphabet? You'll never guess how it ends! Written lyrically with vibrant, colorful illustrations, The Great Letter Rebellion is a fun, clever and hilarious story about the power and importance of communication. From the best-selling author of Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll, Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book, The Bear and the Fern and Tyrannosaurus Hex comes a new cast of lovable characters and a story you and your children will cherish for years, and read over and over again. Combining the spirit of She Silverstein, the heart of Mo Willems, and the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss, The Great Letter Rebellion is ideal for children ages 3-10 and Pre K-3rd grade. Kids ages: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10

The Great Letter Rebellion

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