In a world filled with to-do lists and deadlines, sometimes we forget that joy lives in the little things. That’s where Sookie and Ivy: Every Day Is a Celebration by Jani Oja comes in—a beautifully book from Fox Chapel Publishing that reminds us all, big and small, that every single day has something worth celebrating.
With soft watercolor illustrations, lovable characters, and a heartwarming message, this book is a gentle invitation to find magic in the mundane. Whether it’s “Ice Cream for Breakfast Day,” “Wear Your Pajamas All Day Day,” or simply a sunny morning, Sookie and Ivy teaches children (and grown-ups) that happiness can be homemade.
What Is Sookie and Ivy All About? Sookie and Ivy are the best of friends. They wake up every day ready to celebrate whatever life brings. Through silly holidays, creative traditions, and spontaneous joy, this charming duo shows readers that celebration doesn’t need a reason—it just needs a little imagination.
Each page is filled with:
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Whimsical watercolor scenes
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Playful ideas to turn ordinary days into extraordinary ones
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Positive, gentle storytelling that encourages gratitude and creativity
Why This Book Is Perfect for Families
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Routine with a Twist: Add a dose of fun to daily routines with “mini celebrations.”
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Creative Family Time: Use ideas from the book to create themed meals, crafts, or dress-up games.
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Emotional Wellness: Encourages mindfulness, joy, and gratitude—especially helpful for kids processing tough emotions.
Ideas to Bring the Book to Life
1. Start a “Celebration Journal” Let your child draw or write one thing worth celebrating each day. Keep it simple—“I ate pancakes!” or “I wore my favorite socks.”
2. DIY Calendar of Joy Create a homemade wall calendar and fill it with silly holidays from the book and your own ideas—“Backwards Day,” “Dance in the Kitchen Day,” etc.
3. Dress-Up & Pretend Play Recreate your favorite pages through imaginative play. Dress like Sookie and Ivy and act out their adventures.
4. Art Time Inspired by Watercolors Use watercolor paints to create your own “celebration scenes.” Hang them on the fridge like gallery pieces!
5. Family Celebration Jar Write small joys on paper slips and collect them in a jar. Open one each morning or save them for rainy days.
Sookie and Ivy: Every Day Is a Celebration reminds us that joy is always within reach. Whether you’re reading it snuggled under a blanket or using it as a springboard for spontaneous fun, this book will become a cherished favorite in your family’s library.
Ready to bring more smiles into your everyday life? Get your copy of Sookie and Ivy from Fox Chapel Publishing and start your own celebration today.
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Giftable Magic: Makes a wonderful present for birthdays, baby showers, or back-to-school surprises.