Winner of Four Children's Book Awards A whimsical fairy tale that teaches kindness, respect, and responsibility-through the eyes of a clever girl and some very messy ladybugs. Do you ever wake up with tangles in your hair? Six-year-old Lisbeth does-and when Grandma explains the culprit, Lisbeth is enchanted. Every night, a troupe of ladybugs throws a grand gala in her hair. But when the bugs forget to clean up, Lisbeth and her Grandmother must step in and fix the mess-learning that sometimes we clean up not because we made the mess, but because it's the right thing to do. "Lisbeth and the Littering Ladybugs" blends joyful storytelling with meaningful life lessons. From glittery galas to tangled hair, this tale helps kids explore responsibility, empathy, and teamwork. Perfect for teaching: Responsibility and consequences - Respect for others and their space - Teamwork, problem-solving, and compassion Ideal for children ages 3-7, this picture book is a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians looking for: Fairy tales with a moral - SEL (social-emotional learning) stories - Nature and insect-themed picture books Awards: 2024 Story Monsters Approved Book - Winner - 2025 Story Monsters Purple Dragonfly, New Author-Fiction - 2nd Place - 2025 AWA Children's Book International Award, Picture Book - Finalist - 2025 Literary Global Children's Book Award, Picture Book - Finalist Let Lisbeth's magical adventure inspire your little ones to act with kindness and care-one gala, one tangle, one lesson at a time