Picture Books

Grr Umbler and the Hunt for Happiness

is finally here!

It’s a playful and profound picture book about the magic of gratitude.

For ages 4-7 (and beyond!)

Buy it on Amazon

Book Description

Grr complains about everything…and his Grumbles are LITERALLY stealing his Joy! With an almost empty JoyMeter, Grr searches for something to make him happy.

Then Regalo bursts in, brimming with energy, generosity and gratitude. His JoyMeter is overflowing!

So, what’s his secret? Why does he keep writing on his mysterious list? And how will he respond when Grr’s bad attitude leads to desperate measures?

Filled with playfulness, forgiveness and the magic of gratitude, this story manages to be inspiring AND entertaining.

Want to help your kids become more grateful?
This book gives language and metaphors for ongoing conversations about giving thanks. The creative Gratitude Games and Thankfulness Tips will also help your family master the art of thanksgiving!

Author Bruce Narbaitz works for the Ottawa Public Library, where he has the privilege of running Storytime and other programs for kids.

Class Visits

I’ve visited several elementary school classes to read the book, answer kids’ questions about the writing process, share my #1 Thankfulness Tip and facilitate some fun Gratitude Games. I had a blast and so did the kids!

Contact me about the possibility of setting up a free author visit to your grade 1-5 classroom! (Only available in Ottawa, Ontario – unless you’re able to cover transportation and lodging costs)

“I thought you said picture bookS (plural). Where are the others?”

Ah, well, aren’t you clever! My other picture books are either drafts on my computer or seeds in my brain.

They’ll take some time to grow, but you can help them develop by sending lots of love to Grr Umbler and the Hunt for Happiness. Buying, sharing and leaving a positive review on Amazon would be great motivation for me to keep up my writing momentum.

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