What a Mess Kid tells the story of James, a young boy bursting with imagination and creativity. With his trusty sidekick dog, Lincoln, by his side, James embarks on an incredible adventure that begins in his own bedroom. One day, while playing in his room, James gets a big idea in his head - what if he could turn his bunk bed into a real airplane? With his vivid imagination and a little help from Lincoln, James transforms his bed into a soaring plane, taking on thunderstorms. But as James and Lincoln navigate this thrilling new world, they leave a trail of messes behind them, and his parents are left wondering what in the world has happened. Through it all, What a Mess Kid celebrates the power of imagination and creativity, encouraging young readers to embrace their unique ideas and let their imaginations soar. With charming illustrations and relatable characters, this book is sure to become a favourite for children and parents alike, inspiring hours of imaginative play and adventure. www.whatamesskid.com A Letter to the Parents As parents, we are blessed with the joy of watching our little ones grow and learn. They are full of surprises, bringing new milestones and discoveries every day. We hold their hands and hug them tight, cherishing each moment as it passes by. Even the messes they make are a testament to their curiosity and creativity. We clean up sticky fingers and muddy shoes, grateful for the love that fills our hearts from Earth to the Moon. Lego blocks spread across the floor, and we smile at the pushed-up faces that greet us at the door. Warm hugs and little laughs fill our home with a love that will always last. As we watch our children grow, we know that the moments we share with them are precious and fleeting. So, we cherish them, savouring every smile, every laugh, every hug. For we know that these moments will soon be memories, and our little ones will be all grown up, but the love will always last. What a Mess Kid tells the story of James, a young boy bursting with imagination and creativity. With his trusty sidekick dog, Lincoln, by his side, James embarks on an incredible adventure that begins in his own bedroom. One day, while playing in his room, James gets a big idea in his head - what if he could turn his bunk bed into a real airplane? With his vivid imagination and a little help from Lincoln, James transforms his bed into a soaring plane, taking on thunderstorms. But as James and Lincoln navigate this thrilling new world, they leave a trail of messes behind them, and his parents are left wondering what in the world has happened. Through it all, What a Mess Kid celebrates the power of imagination and creativity, encouraging young readers to embrace their unique ideas and let their imaginations soar. With charming illustrations and relatable characters, this book is sure to become a favourite for children and parents alike, inspiring hours of imaginative play and adventure. Bringing children's imaginations to life, one story at a time! Kayla Leon is a mom of two inspiring kiddos with a passion for writing magical children's books that spark the imagination, so that children can grow their passions and parents can create lasting memories with their little ones. If she isn't jotting down notes for her next children's book, you'd most likely find Kayla gardening in her greenhouse, sipping on coffee or dancing in the kitchen with her family, including their four-legged friend Lincoln. Kayla is passionate about helping parents raise their kids with creativity and imagination. She believes that every child deserves to grow up in an environment where they are encouraged to be themselves and express their creativity. Kayla's son James was the inspiration for her book, What a Mess, Kid. At a very young age, Kayla could tell that James had a creative, intelligent mind: his eyes lit up every time he learned something new. Kayla recognized this joy in her son and knew that having a wondrous mind would lead James on many great adventures. Kayla grew up in the small town of Aylmer, QC. She loves where she is from and she is a big supporter of local business. She lives her life knowing that you can do anything if you set your mind to it. The sky is never the limit.