Author Profile
Kristen Bell
4 Books
Kristen Bell is an American actress, producer, and children's book author. She co-authored the #1 New York Times bestseller 'The World Needs More Purple People' and its follow-up, which encourage children to embrace their uniqueness while finding common ground with others. Through her engaging stories, she aims to inspire kindness, curiosity, and inclusivity in young readers.
Penny takes her bright purple bike out for a spin, and you are invited to come along for the ride. Pedaling through her bustling neighborhood, she stops to visit friends of all ages. From tending to a beautiful community garden to playing joyful music together, every stop brings a new chance to connect. You will see how sharing time with neighbors makes the whole town feel like family. Along the way, you can practice special purple skills, like asking curious questions and showing kindness to everyone you meet. This leveled reading adventure uses simple sentences and easy vocabulary to help you sound out new words while enjoying a warm, sunny day with Penny. Get ready to celebrate what makes your neighborhood wonderful and discover the unique things that make you exactly who you are.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
Mateo is bringing home a brand new puppy, and he wants to be the best dog owner ever. Taking care of a squiggly, energetic pet is a big job, but Mateo is ready to use his special purple skills to make sure his new furry friend feels right at home. He asks smart questions about what the puppy needs to eat, works hard to keep the little dog happy, and uses his voice to create a safe space. You get to join Mateo and his good friend Penny as they learn exactly what it takes to welcome a pet into the family. With short sentences and familiar words, you can easily read along as the friends discover the joy of playing together. It is a heartwarming story about taking on new responsibilities, showing kindness to animals, and celebrating the fun of simply being yourself.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
Penny Purple already taught us how to be a purple person, someone who finds common ground with others while celebrating exactly what makes them unique. Now, Penny and her pals are ready to put those amazing purple skills into action in their absolute favorite place: their classroom! But how exactly do you create a purple school? It takes a lot of curiosity, sharing, hard work, and plenty of silly laughs along the way. Join Penny as she shows you and your classmates how to build a school community where everyone feels welcome, respected, and free to be themselves. Whether you are working on a big project, playing at recess, or learning something brand new, you have the power to make your school a brighter, kinder place. Get ready to paint your school purple and discover how much fun learning can be when everyone works together!
6-8 Years
39 Pages
What exactly is a purple person? It is a great question, and purple people love asking great questions. A purple person is an everyday superhero who brings family, friends, and communities together. They speak up for what is right, work hard, and always remember to laugh at silly jokes. Guided by the enthusiastic Penny Purple, this joyful guide shows you exactly how to become one of these amazing individuals. You will learn how to exercise your curiosity, use your voice to help others, and find common ground with the people around you, no matter how different they might seem. Packed with hilarious moments and a deeply inspiring message, this story is a celebration of the unique traits that make you special and the shared humanity that connects us all. Get ready to be silly, be kind, and help paint the whole world purple.
6-8 Years
22 Pages
