NEW! Children's book:

Benjamin's Backyard!

Benjamin, an energetic six year old boy, loves to play in his backyard with his dog and friends; until they leave his backyard as a big mess without cleaning after themselves. Ben becomes angry and refuses to play in his backyard again. Through help from his grandpa, Daddy- Gramps, Ben must learn the valuable lesson of personal responsibility, forgiveness and setting boundaries.

Marie Janelle is a writer, mother, and proud Head Start Alumni! She attended the Head Start Program in Cincinnati, Oh in 1968 and is grateful for the Head Start Advantage, which inspired her to be a life-long learner.

"My great-nephews both loved the book! They asked me to order a book for one of their friends! ... It taught them to not hold grudges, but communicate their feelings and be forgiving!

They loved the dog named Quin because one of the them is named DeQuincy (we call him Quin). They also liked the grandfather character, it reminded them of their Pop-Pops"

- Dewanda Kelly

- (Pictured: Daelyn and DeQuincy 8 year old twins)