Our Magical Summer in the South
A Heartwarming Children’s Story About Family, Adventure, and the Magic of Grandparents
Step into a world of sunshine, laughter, and love in Our Summer in the South, a beautifully written children’s chapter book by alegna creates, celebrating the bond between grandchildren and the grandparents who help them grow.
Follow Lauren (age 8) and Miles (age 10), two curious siblings from New Jersey, as they spend one unforgettable summer with Grandma Bea and Grandpa Al in North Carolina. From planting a garden and building forts to chasing fireflies and learning life lessons, every chapter captures the warmth, wonder, and wisdom of family.
✨ A Perfect Summer Story for Ages 6–11
Each page invites children to slow down, dream big, and appreciate simple joys — home-cooked meals, bedtime stories, and golden evenings under Southern skies.
📖 What Makes It Special:
- 11 engaging, easy-to-read chapters (great for early readers or family storytime)
- Diverse African American representation in a wholesome, multigenerational family setting
- Themes of nature, kindness, patience, and gratitude
- Beautifully descriptive scenes and imagination-sparking illustration prompts
- A heartfelt message about love, legacy, and belonging
💛 Perfect for:
- Parents and grandparents seeking meaningful bedtime stories
- Teachers and librarians adding diverse voices to their children’s collections
- Families who believe in the power of love, learning, and simple summer magic
Whether you’re reading it aloud at bedtime or letting your little one explore it independently, Our Summer in the South is a tender reminder that the best adventures happen when hearts are open, hands are muddy, and family is near.
📦 Available Now — Add Our Summer in the South to your digital bookshelf and relive the magic of childhood summers, one story at a time.
Available in Print here
