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A Family for Zoya: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Join Phoebe Fox for a reading of the inspiring picture book, A Family for Zoya: The True Story of an Endangered Cub. This book was written by Debra Kim Wolf and illustrated by Annalisa Durante and Marina Durante. “Zoya is the lone surviving Amur cub from her litter at the Philadelphia Zoo. When her mother refuses to care for her, the zookeepers urgently attempt something that has never worked before.They relocate the fragile cub to the Oklahoma Zoo, where Lola, a Sumatran tiger with three newborns, might raise Zoya as one of her own.”

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the publisher, Platypus Media.

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A Christmas Wish for Corduroy: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

“It’s almost Christmas, and Corduroy wishes he could be a child’s Christmas gift, but no one seems to notice him, and without a name, how can he be on anyone’s Christmas list? Corduroy decides to visit Santa Claus for help. When he arrives in Santa’s workshop, Santa sends him back to the toy department, but not without a new name! “A Christmas Wish for Corduroy takes readers back to the beginning and shows how Corduroy became the beloved bear we know today. This is a heartwarming story about the power of hope, perseverance, and friendship.” This story was written by B.G. Hennessy, illustrated by Jody Wheeler, and based on the characters by Don Freeman. This is Storytime Saturday Episode #163. 

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, B.G. Hennessy.

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Sonoran Desert’s Got Magic! Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

“The Sonoran Desert needs a new face to represent the face of the Desert Botanical Garden. The creatures and plants form teams to show off their Sonoran Desert magic and put on a one-of-a-kind performance that is as unique as this special ecosystem. But who will be the new face of the Garden?” Watch this fun and educational Storytime Saturday with children’s author Phoebe Fox and find out! Sonoran Desert’s Got Magic! was written by Pam Hait and Martha Hunter Henderson and illustrated by Michael Hale. It was published by Desert Botanical Garden.

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the authors, Pam Hait and Martha Hunter Henderson.

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Pie-Rats! Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Pie-Rats! was written by Lisa Frenkel Riddiough and illustrated by David Mottram. Watch closely and you can see three pieces of fruit (that all make yummy pies) appear during the reading of this book! “A band of swashbuckling pie-rats has only one goal: to find dessert! Whether it’s banana cream, lemon meringue, apple, or cherry, these ravenous rodents will battle storms and scallywags to find the best pie. But will their adventures reveal that there is more than one way to satisfy a sweet tooth?” Enjoy this story on Pi-Day (March 14th) or any day!

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Lisa Frenkel Riddiough.

Here is a recipe for our family’s favorite Coconut Milk Peanut Butter Pie. It was inspired by the blog titled “Milk Allergy Mom.”

Crust Ingredients:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs (12 long graham crackers)
4 Tbs brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
8 Tbs butter, melted

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Melt butter in a sauce pan over low heat (stirring regularly to prevent browning). In a food processor, process the graham crackers until they become crumbs. Add brown sugar, salt, and butter, and process again.

Using your fingers, press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a pie plate (you can use the flat bottom of a glass to make it even and smooth on the bottom).

Bake for 10 minutes. Important: let the pie crust cool completely.

Filling Ingredients:

1 C creamy peanut butter (conventional peanut butter works best for this recipe)
8 oz of dairy-free cream cheese
1 can coconut milk (full-fat)
2/3 C powdered sugar

In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and cream cheese until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip together the coconut milk and sugar until frothy.

Pour the whipped coconut milk mixture into the bowl with the peanut butter mixture. With a rubber spatula, fold all the ingredients together by hand until combined.

Scrape the filling into the graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for 6-8 hours.

Once the pie is set, slice into slim slices (it’s very rich) and top with your favorite chocolate syrup and coconut whipped cream!

 

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Embarrassed Ferret: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Embarrassed Ferret is the first book in the Forest School of Big Feelings series by Lisa Frenkel Riddiough (author) and Andrea Tsurumi (illustrator). This series is sure to help kids navigate the vast array of emotions that weaves its way through childhood. Embarrassed Ferret is entertaining and laugh-out-loud funny. Its characters are relatable and sincere. And best of all, kids are sure to want to hear it over and over again! “Ferret trips while getting off the bus, makes a gigantic glitter mess at craft time, urgently has to pee at recess, and gets toilet paper on her shoe! But when others in the classroom goof up in equally embarrassing ways, Ferret is relieved to discover that nobody’s perfect.”

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Lisa Frenkel Riddiough.

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Peppermint Pocket: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Peppermint Pocket is a SWEET story written by Barbara Renner and illustrated by Amy Klein. “Nana has a magic pocket in her apron and Dorothy can’t wait to see her. She loves to snuggle together, take a peppermint from Nana’s pocket, and read books. This magical combination soon has them telling stories about their own mishaps and memories. Dorothy discovers she and Nana share more than just sweet candies.” 

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Barbara Renner.

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Coming Soon–Otter Spotter by Phoebe Fox and Jim Fox!!!

 

Enjoy this book trailer for the upcoming book by Phoebe Fox, with illustrations by Jim Fox. “Step into the Verde Valley and become an otter spotter! Believe it or not, otters can be found along the Verde River, one of Arizona’s longest and most abundant river systems. If you look closely, you may spot an otter munching on crayfish, sliding down shore, or splashing in the water. Playful rhyme and luscious watercolors encourage young readers to observe nature and learn about these unique and important animals.” Fall 2025!

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Little Bear’s Re-Do: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

“Little Bear’s day isn’t going quite as he hoped and he has big mad feelings about it. Join Little Bear and his family as they learn to work together and try again when big emotion takes control.” This story was written by Michelle Cox and illustrated by Lucy Belle. Join Phoebe Fox as she reads aloud Little Bear’s Re-Do – “a story about big emotion and the power of trying again.”

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Michelle Cox.

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Lonnie the Loon Learns to Fly: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Do you want to learn about loons? “Lonnie the Loon is curious about the scenery that surrounds him and questions his mom about the clouds, wind, and river. As he practices flying, he imitates nature by changing shape, carrying seeds from one place to another, and gliding around his mom. In this book Lonnie learns more about life than just learning to fly.” Come learn along with Loonie the Loon! This story was written by Barbara Renner and illustrated by Davina Kinney.

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Barbara Renner.

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The Silver Lining: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

“A little cloud has a big decision to make! Which cloud will it be? Join it as it sets out on a fun-filled journey across the skies, meeting cloudy characters along the way. Get to know what makes each cloud unique and how to spot them in the sky! Will the little cloud find out what it is meant to be? And what lesson will it learn along the way?” This story was written by Megan McNeil and illustrated by Venus Angelica.

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Megan McNeil.

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Samsoon and Harvest: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Do you like the delicious taste of fresh mangoes? So does Samsoon! In this story, she and her friend Rhianna learn all about them from Grandmother. These two lucky friends even get the opportunity to grow their own mango trees! Over time, the girls learn it takes love, gratitude, and patience to grow something so special. Samsoon and Harvest was written and illustrated by Soon Ju Kim. Make sure to watch all the way to the end to see a clever, easy way to cut open a tasty mango!
*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author-illustrator, Soon Ju Kim.

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Don’t Call Me Pig: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

What exactly is a javelina? Join Children’s Author Phoebe Fox for Don’t Call Me Pig! and find out! “The hairy little animal is shaped much like a pig. It has a snout like a pig. It makes grunting noises like a pig. But is it really a pig? Nope.” This book was written by Conrad J. Storad and illustrated by Beth Neely and Don Rantz.
*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Conrad Storad.

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Counting Arizona’s Treasures: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Join Children’s Author Phoebe Fox in Lake Havasu City for Counting Arizona’s Treasures. This book was written by Terri Fields with photography by Tony Marinella. Lizards from 10 to 1 visit some of Arizona’s most scenic and well-known sights, including Arizona’s London Bridge, located in Lake Havasu!
*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Terri Fields.

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Children’s Museum Ticket Giveaway!

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To be entered to win four passes to the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, simply subscribe to Mamafoxbooks’ Storytime Saturdays on YouTube and message us that you have subscribed. You will be entered, and one lucky winner will be drawn on March 1st!

 

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Zachary Z. Packrat and His Amazing Collections: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

 

Join Phoebe Fox for a virtual storytime in Camp Verde, AZ. Zachary Z. Packrat and His Amazing Collections was written and illustrated by Brooke Bessessen and published by Arizona Highways. “Meet Zachary, a playful packrat who never seems to have enough stuff. He loves art and heirlooms, swap meets and museums. Join the fun as he carefully cares for his favorite collections and seeks out new goodies to stash in his cache. And discover how packrats help us learn about the past.”

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author-illustrator, Brooke Bessesen.

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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas in Arizona: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Join Children’s Author Phoebe Fox for a fun twist on a classic tale. ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas in Arizona was illustrated by Jo Parry and published by Hometown World Books. “Far, far away at the North Pole, Santa is busy planning his Christmas Eve journey across his favorite place…Arizona! Are you ready for him to visit your home?”
*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the publisher, Hometown World, an imprint of Sourcebooks Kids.

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Spheres All Year: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

“Spheres All Year,” written by Elizabeth Everett and illustrated by Anuki López is a fun way to end the year! “Winter, spring, summer, and fall…discover the spheres that surround us all! From a little ball of cookie dough to the huge Earth we live on, Sphere’s All Year celebrates the special, silly, spherical objects we see in nature and in our everyday lives. Introduce kids to the concept of three-dimensional shapes by whisking them away on a tour of the seasons. No matter the time of year, kids will soon discover that spheres are everywhere!”

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the publisher, Science Naturally.

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Finding Grateful: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Finding Grateful was written by Dianne White, illustrated by Faith Pray, and published by Chronicle Books. “What does grateful look like? How does it feel? How do you find it? Even in the face of challenges, you don’t need a map. You just need to pay attention to the little things – a smile, a hug, the smell of newly-cut grass – that add up to a sense of presence, connection, and hope.”
*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Dianne White.

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The Bat Book: Afraid of a bat? What’s up with that?!: Children’s Book Read-Aloud with Phoebe Fox

Join Children’s Author Phoebe Fox for The Bat Book, written by Conrad Storad and illustrated by Nate and Tristan Jensen. Want to know the TRUTH about bats? Little Boy Bat (L.B.) lives in Austin, Texas with his family under Congress Avenue Bridge. One day, he overhears some human kids: “Bats are ugly. Bats are weird. Bats are SCARY!” L.B. gets inspired to teach humans the facts about bats. The Bat Book is full of fun facts and has a page with all the steps to learn “How to Draw a Bat.’” This is Storytime Saturday episode #148.

Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Conrad Storad.

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Sweet Potato and Mud Pies: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

Join Children’s Author Phoebe Fox for Sweet Potato and Mud Pies, written by Diona Reese Williams and illustrated by AlmaLuz Sanchez. This is the story of Destiny, ‘Dee,’ a curious and creative four-year-old girl who enjoys cooking and being in nature. When it’s time to harvest the sweet potatoes from her Grandma’s backyard garden in Arizona, Dee knows Grandma will use them to make a delicious sweet potato pie. But what Grandma doesn’t know is that Dee has her own plans for pie, too!

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Diona Reese Williams.