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Long T. Standing's children's books, including Strong As Us, feature bilingual Ukrainian and English translations. They promote emotional and mental health through stories that encourage bravery, curiosity, and communication skills. Brave is Where the Heart Leads and Tarot Books of Talbit have been successfully taught in Ukrainian schools. Each book includes educational tools like comprehension questions, fill-in-the-blank sentences and word searches to enhance language skills and emotional development.
Brave Is Where the Heart Leads
Available 25.9.25
Brave is Where the Heart Leads is a heartwarming bilingual children's book in English and Ukrainian that follows the journey of Argan, a misunderstood dragon, and Solly, a curious mer-child, as they forge an unlikely friendship in a magical kingdom.
Set in a vibrant world where mermaids, talking animals, and enchanted landscapes abound, the story delves into themes of courage, empathy, and the importance of looking beyond surface-level fears. It also includes educational worksheets built into the book to aid in developing the child's vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Argan, a dragon who has long lived in isolation descends from his snowy mountain home, he is met with suspicion and fear. However, Solly, a young mer-child sees beyond the dragon's formidable appearance and befriends him. Through their adventures, they teach the kingdom's inhabitants that bravery isn't the absence of fear but the willingness to face it with an open heart.
This enchanting tale encourages children to challenge preconceived notions, embrace differences, and understand that true bravery comes from within. With its storytelling and captivating illustrations, Brave is Where the Heart Leads is a timeless reminder that courage and kindness can transform world.
Tarot Adventures of Talbit
Available 25.10.25
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In this whimsical tale of self-discovery and magic, young Talbit sets off on what seems like an ordinary adventure. With each he makes, he uncovers a glowing tarot card that transforms both outfit and his perspective on the world around him.
From crossing streams and helping strangers to learning the between curiosity and responsibility, Talbit’s journey the path of the Major Arcana, teaching him (and the reader) life’s greatest lessons through the magic of experience. Guided by his, kindness, and wisdom, Talbit learns that true adventure isn’t just about where you go, but how you grow.
This bilingual book, available in both English and Ukrainian, includes built-in worksheets designed to enhance reading comprehension, vocabulary skills, and ongoing development in both languages. With enchanting watercolor illustrations and a heartfelt narrative, this book invites readers of all ages to step into the wonder of the tarot, uncovering its wisdom one at a time.
Strong As Us Book II Drones & The Skyline
Available 30.10.25
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When a drone strike shatters an ordinary day, six-year-old Maria and her five-year-old friend Polina must make quick choices to survive. From taking cover beneath a table to finding safety with first responders, the girls discover that courage is not the absence of fear — it is learning, remembering, and helping even in the hardest moments.
Along the way, Maria leans on her siblings Artem and Vitali, each sharing wisdom about breathing through memories, holding on to good moments, and knowing that together we survive, together we heal.
This book blends storytelling, survival lessons, and healing practices into one powerful resource for children living through war, trauma, or fear. With moving illustrations, gentle guidance, and workbook pages on medical safety, meditation, and resilience, Strong As Us – Book Two helps children and families find light in the darkest times.
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Practical first aid and safety for children
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Meditation tools (breathing, waves, lantern light)
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Building trauma resilience through memories, family, and love
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A message of unity: We are Strong As Us
Talbit & The Suite of Wands
Available November 2025
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In his second adventure, young Talbit journeys alone to the village fair, guided once more by the of his enchanted sack and the quiet wisdom of the tarot. This book features workbook elements, allowing children to continue developing their reading comprehension skills.
Along the winding road and bustling fairgrounds, each encounter becomes a spark of growth: games that teach patience, kindness shared with strangers, and surprises that bloom from, brave choices. From the Ace of Wands to the King, Talbit’s through the fire shows readers how action, imagination, and heart the world.
With every card he finds, Talbit becomes not only a boy at the fair but a growing spirit learning how to walk his path with wonder.
