Poetry for growing minds.
Seeds of Wonder Publishing creates heartfelt stories that help children grow with courage, curiosity, and kindness. Every book we make is designed to spark conversations, strengthen families, and inspire young minds to believe in themselves.
The Seeds of Wonder Collection blends poetry and art to support social-emotional learning (SEL) at home and in the classroom. Each story offers a gentle teaching moment, helping young readers grow with confidence, creativity, and compassion.
The Seeds of Wonder
Hardcover Trilogy Edition
Is Now Here!
Step into a world where apples smile, raindrops wander, pencils dream, and even the slowest steps can lead to incredible places. These four stories invite children on quiet adventures filled with wonder - stories that celebrate curiosity, courage, and the magic of being yourself. A timeless keepsake for families, classrooms, and anyone who believes that great stories can plant roots that last forever.
Contains the first three books in the Seeds of Wonder Collection.
Available now on Amazon!
The Seeds of Wonder Collection
Bring Seeds of Wonder
to Your School!
We offer a wide variety of visiting options for schools, libraries, and community events of all kinds. Whether you’re hosting an author reading, a creative workshop, or an SEL-focused program, each experience is tailored to inspire emotional growth, creativity, and confidence in young minds. From large assemblies to small group sessions, we create meaningful, memorable moments wherever we go -bringing stories to life and planting seeds of wonder in every audience.
Author Visit - Classroom Experience
$150 (30-minutes)
Perfect for a single classroom or small group. A warm personal visit that includes a read-aloud of one Seeds of Wonder book followed by a short discussion and student Q&A. This session is ideal for when you want a cozy, interactive environment where every child gets to participate.
Author Visit - Extended Classroom Experience
$300 (60-minutes)
This extended session includes a full read-aloud, a guided discussion about creativity and storytelling, and a deeper interactive activity designed to get every child thinking like an author. Perfect for classrooms that want extra time for questions, engagement, and hands-on inspiration.
Author Visit - Full Grade Experience
$500 (60-minutes)
A 60-minute author visit designed for large groups, full grade levels, or assembly settings. Drake Blankenship, creator of the Seeds of Wonder Collection, leads students through an engaging read-aloud, interactive storytelling moments, and a motivating discussion about creativity, confidence, and perseverance. Perfect for when you want to reach an entire grade in one powerful session.
Author-in-Residence Experience
$1,000 (Full-Day)
Spend a full day growing imagination, kindness, and creativity with Drake Blankenship, creator of the Seeds of Wonder collection. This full-day experience brings storytelling to life through up to four classroom sessions or two exciting assemblies. Students will enjoy a live read-aloud, guided creativity activities, and an uplifting message designed just for their age group.
With extra time for photos, questions, and book signings, this visit turns your school day into a celebration of stories, courage, and the magic we all carry inside.
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Tell us a little about your school or event details, and we’ll get back to you soon with availability and options. We’d love to visit!
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