The Little Ripple of Kindness

Children reading a picture book together on a cozy autumn day

The perfect fall gift for ages 3–7

The Gift of Kindness

A joyful rhyming picture book that teaches children the power of one small act.

The Little Ripple of Kindness book cover

Now available

The Little Ripple of Kindness

By Lisa de Marinis

When Lily the fox does one small kind thing, something wonderful happens — kindness ripples out and touches everyone around her. A warm, rhyming story that helps children ages 3–7 understand that even the smallest act of kindness can change the world.

  • ✦ Rhyming text perfect for read-alouds
  • ✦ Social-emotional learning for ages 3–7
  • ✦ Ideal for home, classroom, and library
  • ✦ A meaningful, screen-free gift

What readers are saying

★★★★★

"A beautiful story that my daughter asks for every single night. The rhymes are so joyful and the message is one every child needs to hear."

Sarah M.

Parent of a 5-year-old

★★★★★

"I read this to my class and the children were completely captivated. It sparked the most wonderful conversation about kindness. Highly recommend for every classroom."

Ms. Jennifer T.

Kindergarten teacher

★★★★★

"We gave this as a birthday gift and it was the hit of the party. Such a warm, meaningful book — the kind that stays with you."

Grandma Linda

Gift-giver

Lisa de Marinis, author of The Little Ripple of Kindness

About the author

Lisa de Marinis

Lisa de Marinis is a children's author with a passion for stories that help young readers grow in empathy, kindness, and confidence. The Little Ripple of Kindness is her debut picture book — a story born from her belief that even the smallest act of kindness can change the world.

Give the gift of kindness this fall

Order The Little Ripple of Kindness today and put a story that matters in the hands of a child you love.

Offer ends October 28, 2026