Marcy McKay Stories

Gentle Woodland World That Will Teach The Beauty Of Belonging

Welcome to Marcy McKay Stories! Marcy is a children’s author passionate about creating stories that encourage playful curiosity, learning, and a love for books.

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Becoming a children’s author…

Marcy McKay grew up on a Minnesota farm surrounded by animals, the outdoors, and a lifelong love of storytelling. As a mom of four, she spent years singing a little lullaby about a frog. Somewhere between bedtime and giggles, Froggie became part of the family. After decades of nurturing kids through teaching, coaching, and raising her own, Marcy knew it was time to share Froggie’s story with the world.

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What Children Will Learn

Keep Your Heart Open

Try to be curious about everyone you meet. You never know who might become a new friend!

Friendship Comes in Many Forms

Friends can be big, small, wiggly, or feathery. Different is fun, everyone can be a friend!

Kindness Matters

Being nice to everyone makes the woods and the world happy and safe for all.

Joy in Exploration and Play

Jump, hop, and explore! Playing and laughing helps you learn about the world around you.

Tiny Treasures

A heartwarming set of story-inspired treasures, crafted to nurture compassion and joy in young readers.

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Bookmarks

A keepsake bookmark is part of the woodland collection. A small reminder to pause, reflect, and return to the story.

A pencil sketch illustration spread for a children's book showing a lively woodland scene. On the left page, a beaver, a crocodile skateboarding on a log, a squirrel on a tree stump, a decorated deer, and a small bird perch among tall trees and lush foliage. On the right page, a rabbit hops through a meadow, a turtle crawls along the ground, and a small crowned frog (Froggie) stands near a tree stump, with another squirrel peeking from a tree. Text on the right page reads: "There once was a Froggie who lived in the woods. He had a lot of friends who lived in the woods.

Coloring Sheets

Illustrated coloring pages inspired by the story allow young readers to engage creatively with the woodland world long after the last page is turned.

a little Froggie

A tiny Froggie companion joins the woodland world as a keepsake reminder of friendship, kindness, and belonging.

Froggie's silly faces
Cartoon frog wearing red heart-shaped sunglasses and flashing peace signs with both hands, smiling wide.
Cartoon frog sticking out its tongue and making an "okay" gesture with one hand while winking.
Cartoon frog laughing joyfully with eyes squeezed shut and hands clasped together, with motion lines suggesting shaking with laughter.
Cartoon frog wearing an orange and yellow striped party hat and blowing a party horn, surrounded by colorful confetti.
Cartoon frog sitting upright with wide white eyes, freckles, and a big smile, looking cheerful.
Cartoon frog winking and sticking out its tongue while pressing its hands to its cheeks, with blue laughing tear drops flying to either side.
Cartoon frog holding up a glowing yellow sign that reads "YAY!" while pumping a fist in celebration, smiling wide

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