Storytime at the Bowers with Ivy Verdin was a SUCCESS !

Event Highlights

Our Storytime in the Bower Galleries event with Ivy Verdin was a huge success! Many parents, grandparents and caretakers brought their children by to enjoy a reading in the Galleries. A charismatic reading of Creepy Mr. Snake, A Jungle Tale was performed by our beloved author, Ivy, followed by a fun and creative art project.

Thanks to all the supportive friends and Bower Staff who were involved. Check out all the highlights in our photo gallery.

Monkey, Toucan, and Frog want to play in peace, but Mr. Snake makes them uneasy. This engaging, rhyming book helps kids understand the importance of speaking up when something feels wrong, empowering parents to start age-appropriate conversations about safety and boundaries. Buy the Ebook on Amazon today!

5 star rating with Focus Group participants

100% will recommend the book to others

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Story Synopsis

This engaging, rhyming picture book is a great way to help kids understand the importance of speaking up when they feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Designed as a visual tool for parents, it makes discussing child safety in an age-appropriate way easier and more accessible. Share this meaningful story with your loved ones and start the conversation today

Book Gallery

A cartoon frog sitting on a tree branch holding a smaller frog, surrounded by leaves, flowers, and butterflies.
Animated frog holding a smaller frog, set against a pastel-colored jungle background with butterflies and flowers.
Two cartoon monkeys swinging on a tree branch in a jungle with a butterfly flying nearby and lush greenery below.
Cartoon jungle scene featuring two toucans on a tree branch, surrounded by butterflies, a caterpillar, and lush green foliage.
A cartoon scene featuring a large green crocodile with white stripes, a monkey, a toucan, a frog, and a squirrel sitting on a tree branch. The crocodile is thinking about a plate of food with a fork, knife, vegetables, and a monkey, possibly represen
Illustration of a green snake surrounded by colorful gifts, with text about a sneaky neighbor character.
A cheerful cartoon monkey sitting on a tree branch with a toucan, a frog, and butterflies flying around in a jungle setting.

What People Are Saying

“ It teaches a very important lesson with characters children will enjoy.”

— Ilse K., School Speech & Language Pathologist (K-6)

 

“ I think the colors and different types of animals would appeal to children, but it also has a good safety message for readers. Additionally the rhyming is a good early reader concept that they can practice throughout. ”

— Casey P., Federal Policy Analyst for Early Childhood

“ It is an important topic that should be openly discussed and raise awareness.”

— Desiree A., School Counselor

 

“This story would be a great conversation starter with children.”

— Araceli L., Educator (Kinder)

“ This book allows us to gently chip away at the discussion of child sexual abuse without stripping away the innocence of young minds. It serves as a gateway for future discussions.”

— Marianne M., Registered Nurse

“ It's a solid story to have parents or educators read to children for prevention. Perhaps the children haven't already experienced abuse, but this could increase their sense of safety.”

— Karin D., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Event Gallery

Bowers Storytime Gallery Reading Event

Bowers Storytime Gallery Reading Event

Bowers Event - Crafting Mr. Snake

Bowers Event - Crafting Mr. Snake

Bowers Event - Ivy Reading in the Art of Pacific Gallery

Bowers Event - Ivy Reading in the Art of Pacific Gallery

Children and an adult with puppets and costumes posing at a colorful outdoor event.

Children and an adult with puppets and costumes posing at a colorful outdoor event.

A woman holding a microphone and teaching a group of children during an outdoor event, with some children raising their hands. The children are sitting on the grass in front of a small red puppet theater with red curtains and a whiteboard with handwr

A woman holding a microphone and teaching a group of children during an outdoor event, with some children raising their hands. The children are sitting on the grass in front of a small red puppet theater with red curtains and a whiteboard with handwritten notes beside her.

A woman standing beside a red puppet theater, holding a book, with children seated on the grass in front. The background features colorful murals and a pink banner with artwork.

A woman standing beside a red puppet theater, holding a book, with children seated on the grass in front. The background features colorful murals and a pink banner with artwork.

A group of children and adults sitting outdoors, with some sitting on blankets. The children are watching a girl with a microphone, who appears to be performing or speaking.

A group of children and adults sitting outdoors, with some sitting on blankets. The children are watching a girl with a microphone, who appears to be performing or speaking.

A large group of children and adults at a Children's Book Expo in Las Vegas, NV, holding books and posing for a group photo in a decorated indoor venue.

A large group of children and adults at a Children's Book Expo in Las Vegas, NV, holding books and posing for a group photo in a decorated indoor venue.

Two women standing together at a Children's Book Expo, one holding a framed certificate. They are smiling and dressed in summer dresses, with balloons and a branded backdrop in the background.

Two women standing together at a Children's Book Expo, one holding a framed certificate. They are smiling and dressed in summer dresses, with balloons and a branded backdrop in the background.

Children's book author event with two women sitting at a table displaying children's books, sign with the number 7, and a woman with a young girl in front of the table.

Children's book author event with two women sitting at a table displaying children's books, sign with the number 7, and a woman with a young girl in front of the table.

Group of people standing on stage during a children's book expo, with a young woman in a colorful outfit speaking into a microphone and waving, and books and banners in the background.

Group of people standing on stage during a children's book expo, with a young woman in a colorful outfit speaking into a microphone and waving, and books and banners in the background.

A young girl with curly hair, wearing a white t-shirt with colorful text and illustrations, is looking at a book or pamphlet with a focused expression. She is in an indoor setting that appears to be a community center or event space, with other child

A young girl with curly hair, wearing a white t-shirt with colorful text and illustrations, is looking at a book or pamphlet with a focused expression. She is in an indoor setting that appears to be a community center or event space, with other children and adults in the background.

Two women standing behind a table at a book event, with promotional posters and display boards for a children's book titled 'Creepy Mr. Snake: A Jungle Tale,' featuring illustrations of jungle animals.

Two women standing behind a table at a book event, with promotional posters and display boards for a children's book titled 'Creepy Mr. Snake: A Jungle Tale,' featuring illustrations of jungle animals.

Digital illustration of a jungle scene with a monkey, frogs, toucan, and snake on a tree branch, and a cartoon tiger lying on the ground. Next to the illustration, there is a story text about deputy jaguar calling kids to speak up. A cartoon tiger ch

Digital illustration of a jungle scene with a monkey, frogs, toucan, and snake on a tree branch, and a cartoon tiger lying on the ground. Next to the illustration, there is a story text about deputy jaguar calling kids to speak up. A cartoon tiger character with a star on its chest is shown next to the text, with a woman smiling in the bottom foreground.

A young girl lies on a bed, smiling and looking up, holding an open illustrated children's book showing a lion, monkey, toucan, frog, and butterflies in a jungle setting.

A young girl lies on a bed, smiling and looking up, holding an open illustrated children's book showing a lion, monkey, toucan, frog, and butterflies in a jungle setting.