When Aubrey’s plans for getting home suddenly change, an unexpected adventure teaches her that courage and kindness can light the way.
On the first day of first grade, Aubrey is excited to see her friends and start a new adventure at school. But when plans change, and she must find her way home, Aubrey suddenly feels nervous and unsure.
Luckily, she isn’t alone.
With the help of her magical garden friends — Dottie the Ladybug, Emerald the Butterfly, and Bella the Bluebird — Aubrey discovers that even the smallest friends can give the biggest courage. Along the way, she meets a shy boy named Noah who is afraid to face a group of kids, and together they learn that helping others is the bravest thing of all.
When a little squirrel needs rescuing, and a butterfly becomes trapped in a spider’s web, Aubrey and her new friends work together to solve problems, show kindness, and build confidence. Step by step, Aubrey realizes that courage grows when friends help one another.
Filled with colorful adventures, lovable animal characters, and an uplifting message, I Made It Home is a delightful picture book that reminds children that kindness, bravery, and friendship can guide them through any challenge.
Perfect for readers ages 4–8, this charming story celebrates:
A sweet and encouraging story that will leave young readers smiling and proud to say… “I made it home!”
Get your copy today and join Aubrey on this unforgettable adventure and discover how kindness can lead the way home.







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I Made It Home is exactly the kind of heart-first children’s book parents and teachers adore. This sweet story follows Aubrey on her first day of school, when she ends up walking home and discovers she is braver than she thought. With her butterfly, ladybug, and bluebird friends beside her, she helps a scared boy, rescues a hurt squirrel, and even faces down a spider to save her friend. I loved how the story shows courage growing through kindness, and it left me smiling at the gentle message that helping others helps us, too. A comforting and heartwarming read for kids.
This story completely melted my heart! I’m always searching for books that can entertain my nieces and nephews while also leaving them with something meaningful. And I Made It Home did exactly that! Aubrey’s journey is heartwarming and filled with gentle lessons about courage, kindness, and friendship. Her tiny friends add such a sweet charm! Plus, the artwork is absolutely beautiful. It truly brought Aubrey’s adventure to life and kept my niece hooked from start to finish! I would highly recommend picking this one up for anyone with little ones around!
A beautiful tool for discussing big emotions. I had the pleasure of reading an early copy of I Made It Home, and it is exactly the kind of book I want on my child’s Kindle. Debra I. Thomas has a gift for taking complex feelings of longing and belonging and making them accessible for little ones. The prose is gentle yet engaging, and the 'journey' aspect kept my kids hooked until the very last page. It’s a heartwarming reminder that 'home' is often more than just a place.
