Celebrating More Than A Decade of Literacy Education
Keep the multicultural children's book movement growing! Add The Cocoa Kids Collection® books to your child's bookshelf.
Since 2013, these books for readers aged 6-8, have put multi-racial children center-stage in stories that promote readers' self-efficacy, prosocial life skills development, and literacy learning.
It is a self-published book series that tackles big issues with wit, whimsy and chocolate!
#ALL KIDS NEED BOOKS!
Valorena Publishing
Keep the multicultural children's book movement growing! Add The Cocoa Kids Collection® books to your child's bookshelf.
Since 2013, these books for readers aged 6-8, have put multi-racial children center-stage in stories that promote readers' self-efficacy, prosocial life skills development, and literacy learning.
It is a self-published book series that tackles big issues with wit, whimsy and chocolate!
#ALL KIDS NEED BOOKS!
Valorena Publishing
CELEBRATING THE SERIES' 10TH ANNIVERSARY!
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Lorena and the Magic Mocha Mirror©
Second Edition Lorena’s love of Magic Mocha Ice Cream makes her an easy target for body-shaming bullies on her family’s summer beach trip. But a trio of mermaids turn the tide and show Lorena that bodies come in all shapes and sizes. Crafted to be a conversation starter between young readers and their parent/caregivers, in this second edition story, neurodivergent readers in particular will enjoy new story features included to make this fun yarn accessible to all. ISBN 978-0-692-46642-1 |
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Isaiah and the Chocolate Mountain©
Second Edition When Isaiah gets the one thing he hates -- chocolate -- for his birthday, anger leads to adventure and a lesson in emotional intelligence. In the end, Isaiah's quick thinking -- and chocolate -- save the day! Crafted to be a conversation starter between young readers and their parent/caregivers, in this second edition story, neurodivergent readers in particular will enjoy new story features included to make this fun yarn accessible to all. ISBN 978-0-692-46639-1 |
Eddie and the Hot Cocoa Hot Rod©
Second Edition
Eddie's obsession with all things automotive, cars, and especially Formula One auto racing superstar Lewis Hamilton, are a constant distraction that draw his attention away from school and his math studies. That is until a special teacher with similar interests help him cross the academic finish line and make the grade.
Crafted to be a conversation starter between young readers and their parent/caregivers, in this second edition story, neurodivergent readers in particular will enjoy new story features included to make this fun yarn accessible to all.
COMING SOON!
MORE COCOA KIDS COLLECTION® PRODUCTS
Blind Playdate with a BookTM
From the Cocoa Kids Collection®
No need to check your calendar to schedule time for fun. Anytime is a great time for a playdate! And the best part of the fun is in meeting a new friend! Isaiah, Eddie, or Lorena, which will it be?
Blind Playdate with a BookTM Activity Kits provide all that's needed for an afternoon of fun. You'll read, do arts & crafts, color, or another surpise kid-friendly activity. Kits come with a paperback copy of one Cocoa Kids Collection book, a surprise activity publication, crayons(4) and toy. Click the button to purchase.
FIRST EDITION COLLECTORS' BOOKS
All first edition books will be retired upon completion of the series' second edition.
Isaiah
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Lorena
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Eddie
and the Hot Cocoa Hot Rod© Eddie's real-life auto-racing heroes and a special math teacher help him make the grade in the second book in the Cocoa Kids Collection®. This tale will thrill car racing enthusiasts and introduce Black racing greats.
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The COCOA KIDS COLLECTION®
Merchandise
Show your support with logo t-shirts, mugs, and more!
T-Shirts – Let kids of all ages show their Cocoa Kids love in a combed cotton tee.
Mugs – Perfect for cocoa, coffee, or tea. These cheerful mugs bring Cocoa Kids joy to morning routines, reading time, or gifting moments.
Sweatshirts – Cozy up with Cocoa Kids style. These soft, everyday sweatshirts offer comfort and warmth while celebrating literacy, imagination, and community.
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