Otis the Do Happy Dog
a series of books available on Amazon
In 2022, on the heels of COVID-19 and virtual learning, there was a call to support children's social-emotional development. An action-based program called the Do Happy Project was created to fill that need. The lasting lesson that grew from those days was the need to help children re-examine the way they connected to the notion of "happiness" and the way they looked at life in general. These children's books are written in honor of the important life lessons Oren & Ryan exemplified. Author Zach Warter sets out to share these lessons and, in turn, share a piece of the people he loved the most.
Otis the Do Happy Dog and the Search
for the Perfect Seashell
by Zachary Warter 2024
Join Otis, the Do Happy Dog, on a sun-soaked adventure by the sea in "Otis the Do Happy Dog and the Search for the Perfect Seashell." In the second book of his "Otis the Do Happy Dog" series, author Zachary Warter, once again, explores life lessons through the wise lens of his favorite fluffy companion.
Read along to a playful and catchy rhyming tale brought to life with vibrant illustrations as Otis and his friend embark on their quest to find the “perfect” seashell. Along the way, they discover that beauty and perfection are really in the eye of the beholder. They also learn that sometimes the truest form of perfection lies in the intangible memories we create through our experiences. Each page teems with lively scenes of beach life, as Otis encounters various characters, each with their own idea of what makes a seashell perfect. From a necklace of sea-worn shells to a sand castle adorned with shattered pieces, the story unfolds with gentle wisdom, teaching young readers to appreciate the uniqueness in everything.
Author Zachary Warter continues to delight readers of all ages through his use of beautiful rhyme and powerful vocabulary to tell his tale. Chalyn Waguespack, the breakout illustrator, soars with her depiction of Otis, his friends, and stunning nature scenes. The combination of these two brings a powerful message to life in a simple yet powerful way.
Read along to a fun and catchy rhyming book while learning a valuable lesson about life and happiness. This simple message, told through the eyes of an adorable puppy named Otis, is brought to life through beautiful illustrations and narration. Author Zachary Warter sets out to encourage children to look at the idea of “happy” differently. In a novel way, the book shows children how happiness comes from doing things: “The secret of ‘happy’ is that it's not a feeling or thought. You can't 'be' it or 'choose' it, which you hear a lot. But if you do something happy each and every day, it will help you live in a ‘Do Happy’ way!”
This sweet story encourages positive action-based learning for feelings and appropriate self-expression, as well as fostering a growing vocabulary for action words (verbs). Children and adults alike will be drawn to Otis and the fun and silly ways he can “do happy." The reader is sure to have a smile on their face from the first turn of the page.
A perfect compliment to the book titled ABC Do Happy with Me. Both stories are written in support of the Do Happy Project, their action-based school initiative, and their commitment to helping children & adults alike re-define "happy."
by Barbara Warter, 2022
Read along to a fun and catchy rhyming book while learning your ABCs. With beautiful illustrations, discover the ways you can achieve happiness (or “do happy”) for every letter of the alphabet. Author Barbara Warter sets out to encourage children to look at the idea of “happy” differently. In a novel way, the book shows children how happiness comes from doing things. ABC Do Happy with Me empowers children to embrace this idea and learn all the different ways they can “do happy”. Even if they have a sad, grumpy, or frustrating moment in their day, both parents and children alike can learn that they have many ways—from A to Z- to “do happy” too! This story teaches the alphabet, builds a vocabulary of action words (verbs), encourages positive action-based learning for feelings, and features a fun and silly dog on every page! A full alphabet in English and in Sign Language is provided at the end. A must-have for children of all ages and abilities. A simple yet profound message regarding the emotion "happy.”.
by Zach Warter, 2024
Join Otis, the Do Happy Dog, on a sun-soaked adventure by the sea in "Otis the Do Happy Dog and the Search for the Perfect Seashell." In the second book of his "Otis the Do Happy Dog" series, author Zachary Warter, once again, explores life lessons through the wise lens of his favorite fluffy companion.
Read along to a playful and catchy rhyming tale brought to life with vibrant illustrations as Otis and his friend embark on their quest to find the “perfect” seashell. Along the way, they discover that beauty and perfection are really in the eye of the beholder. They also learn that sometimes the truest form of perfection lies in the intangible memories we create through our experiences. Each page teems with lively scenes of beach life, as Otis encounters various characters, each with their own idea of what makes a seashell perfect. From a necklace of sea-worn shells to a sand castle adorned with shattered pieces, the story unfolds with gentle wisdom, teaching young readers to appreciate the uniqueness in everything.
Author Zachary Warter continues to delight readers of all ages through his use of beautiful rhyme and powerful vocabulary to tell his tale. Chalyn Waguespack, the breakout illustrator, soars with her depiction of Otis, his friends, and stunning nature scenes. The combination of these two brings a powerful message to life in a simple yet powerful way.
by Zach Warter, 2022
This simple message of happiness, told through the eyes of an adorable puppy named Otis, is brought to life through beautiful illustrations and narration. In a novel way, the book shows children how happiness comes from doing things, “The secret of ‘happy’ is that it's not a feeling or thought. You can't “be” it or “choose” it, which you hear a lot. But if you do something happy each and every day, it will help you live in a ‘Do Happy’ way!”
ABC Do Happy with Me
by Barbara Warter, 2022
Read along to a fun and catchy rhyming book while learning your ABCs. Discover the ways you can “do happy” for every letter of the alphabet. A must-have for children and adults of all ages and abilities.
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