Luke & Lucie Book Cover
Different Is AMAZING ✨

Helping Children Choose Kindness, Celebrate Differences, and Believe They Are Amazing.

Luke & Lucie: Choose Kindness is a heartwarming children's story that teaches an important lesson: what makes us different is what makes us special.

Through friendship, encouragement, and kindness, children learn to embrace who they are and celebrate the uniqueness of others.

Meet Luke & Lucie

The lovable characters inspiring children everywhere.

Luke

Luke

A cheerful music-loving monkey who teaches kindness, encouragement, and confidence.

Luke and Lucie

Choose Kindness

Together they help children celebrate differences and discover their own unique gifts.

Lucie

Lucie

A creative and lovable monkey who learns that being different is something to celebrate.

Luke & Lucie Book
About The Book

Luke & Lucie: Choose Kindness

Different Is AMAZING ✨

Luke & Lucie: Choose Kindness is a heartwarming children's story that teaches an important lesson: what makes us different is what makes us special.

Luke loves music and enjoys bringing smiles to others through his songs. His little sister Lucie is bright, creative, and kind, but she sometimes feels unsure of herself because she looks different from the other children around her.

When Lucie experiences teasing and begins to doubt her own worth, Luke helps her discover a powerful truth: being different is not something to hideβ€”it's something to celebrate.

Through friendship, encouragement, and kindness, Luke and Lucie learn that every child has unique gifts that deserve to shine.

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Why I Wrote This Book

A Message From The Author

As someone who has spent many years working in the community and connecting with people of all ages, I have seen how words can impact a person's confidence and self-worth.

I created Luke & Lucie because I wanted children to know that they are valuable exactly as they are. Too many children struggle with feeling different, left out, or not good enough.

This book was written to remind them that their differences are not weaknessesβ€”they are gifts.

My hope is that every child who reads this story will walk away feeling encouraged, accepted, and proud of who they are.

β€” Dolores "Dolly" Winston
Author
Different Is AMAZING

Because What Makes You Different Makes You Amazing

At the heart of Luke & Lucie is a simple but powerful message:

Different Is AMAZING.
We all look different.
We all learn differently.
We all have unique talents, experiences, and dreams.

When we choose kindness, celebrate our differences, and support one another, we create a world where everyone belongs.

Luke & Lucie Encourage Children To:

βœ” Believe in themselves
βœ” Be kind to others
βœ” Celebrate differences
βœ” Stand up against bullying
βœ” Use encouraging words
βœ” Let their unique light shine
Because what makes you different...
Makes You AMAZING.
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Bring Luke & Lucie to Your School, Library, or Community Event

Luke & Lucie: Choose Kindness is more than a bookβ€”it is an interactive experience that helps children build confidence, celebrate differences, and learn the power of kindness.

Our engaging programs combine storytelling, music, movement, and meaningful conversations that leave children feeling encouraged, valued, and inspired.

πŸ“– Story Reading
🎡 Music with Luke
πŸ’ƒ Different Is AMAZING Dance
πŸ’– Kindness Activities
πŸ“Έ Photo Opportunities

πŸ“– Story Reading with Dolly

Children will enjoy a lively reading of Luke & Lucie: Choose Kindness by author Dolores "Dolly" Winston.

Through the story, children learn:

  • βœ” What makes us different makes us special
  • βœ” How words can impact others
  • βœ” The importance of kindness and inclusion
  • βœ” How to believe in themselves

🎡 Music with Luke

Luke loves music!

Children sing along, clap, move, and participate in fun musical moments that reinforce the book's positive messages.

Music helps children:

  • βœ” Build confidence
  • βœ” Express emotions
  • βœ” Participate in a fun and interactive way
  • βœ” Remember important kindness lessons

πŸ’ƒ "Different Is AMAZING!" Dance with Lucie

Lucie teaches children a fun, easy-to-follow dance celebrating self-confidence and individuality.

Children learn that:

  • βœ” Being different is okay
  • βœ” Everyone has unique gifts
  • βœ” Confidence comes from being yourself
  • βœ” We can celebrate one another's differences

The dance is designed for preschool and elementary-aged children and encourages participation, movement, and joy.

πŸ’– Kindness Activities

Children participate in age-appropriate activities that help reinforce the themes of the story.

Kindness Pledges
Encouragement Cards
What Makes Me Amazing Worksheets
Classroom Discussion
Kindness Challenges
Group Participation Activities

πŸ“Έ Photo Opportunities

Children, teachers, families, and library visitors have the opportunity to take photos following the program.

  • βœ” Author Meet & Greet
  • βœ” Luke & Lucie Display Area
  • βœ” Different Is AMAZING Photo Station
  • βœ” Book Signing Opportunities

Available Programs

Story Time Program

30 Minutes
  • Book Reading
  • Music Activity
  • Group Participation

Kindness Experience Program

45 Minutes
  • Book Reading
  • Music with Luke
  • Different Is AMAZING Dance
  • Kindness Activity

School Assembly Program

60 Minutes
  • Interactive Reading
  • Music & Movement
  • Kindness Discussion
  • Confidence Building Activities
  • Photo Opportunities

Family Literacy Event

Perfect for:

🏫 Schools
πŸ“š Libraries
🏘 Community Centers
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family Engagement Nights
πŸ“– Literacy Programs
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