The Kidsies
Get a New Sister!
A family of stuffed lovable friends known as “kidsies” welcomes a new shy member, Sadie Bunny, in their happy home, ready for a lifetime full of celebration, fun, and treatsies!
Characters
Four brothers, BJ Bear, Huggy Bear, Cowboy Jimmy, and Sparky, and new sister Sadie Bunny were brought home by mommy and daddy.
Adventure
Shy Sadie learns family traditions by watching shows, cheering for the Phillies, sharing treatises and bedtime routines, all with the help of her brothers.
Our Story
New member Sadie finds her forever home with a warm welcome from her brothers, who lovingly teach her their ways.
Purpose
To teach young readers that family means love, compassion, sharing joy and sorrow, and welcoming others wholeheartedly.
Mission
To give the message of kindness and warmth and remind children they are loved
Approach
Through lovable characters and fun, cozy bedtime routines, children learn to feel emotionally secure.
Vision
Every child feels safe and loved through storytelling, and that it’s okay to feel nervous.
About the Author
James Hulton
James Hulton III is a seasoned freelance copywriter, copy editor, and communications strategist with deep experience in leadership-driven, mission-focused organizations — and, more recently, a children’s book author writing stories that help young readers navigate family, kindness, and connection.
Jim spent 15 years as a chamber of commerce executive, where he handled everything from member and volunteer engagement to board-level meetings and messaging, stakeholder communications, and public outreach. That experience gave him an insider’s understanding of nonprofit governance, public accountability, and the day-to-day realities organizations face when communications fall to already-overloaded staff.
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"This is exactly the kind of bedtime story I love reading with my daughter. It's gentle, heartwarming, and filled with meaningful moments that naturally lead to conversations about kindness and family. We both wished the story had gone on a little longer."
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