THE CHICK BEHIND THE CHICKS

Leah Lanning is a children’s author and illustrator who has a love for early learning. Her background in education, special needs development, and creative design led her to craft resources that support parents, teachers, caregivers, and therapists. She writes stories that spark curiosity, encourage conversation, and make learning fun for the youngest readers.

INTERESTING FACTS

  • Former High School teacher

  • Lucky mom of two teenagers and a sweet pup

  • Personal experience raising and educating a daughter with Down syndrome

  • Passionate about supporting parents and educators

FAVORITES

  • COLOR - Pink, Teal, Yellow, Green

  • PLACE TO VISIT - Anywhere in Nature

  • ANIMAL - Dogs & Hummingbirds

  • MOTTO - Less is More

  • CHILDREN’S BOOK - Everything by Sandra Boynton

Explore Leah’s Collection of Children’s Books

Children’s book cover titled “Hey Chicky Chick,” featuring a yellow cartoon chick in a green countryside landscape, with clouds, birds, and hills; written and illustrated by Leah Lanning.

Hey Chicky Chick is a colorful, repetitive rhyming book perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Little ones can anticipate familiar phrases, finish sentences, identify colors, and explore early learning concepts.

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Winter scene with snowy ground, evergreen trees, full moon, fairy, gnome, small fox, and rocks, with text reading 'a winter solstice take' and author's credit at the bottom.

Celebrate with the fairies and gnomes as they gather in the woods to honor the Earth’s longest night. This whimsical, heart-warming tale reminds readers of all ages that the Winter Solstice is a time for wonder and love.

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Cover of a book titled 'California Nature A-Z' with watercolor illustrations of mountains, ocean waves, and a sun. The book is written and designed by Leah Lanning.

Take a lyrical alphabet tour through California's beaches, deserts, forests, mountains, and sea. Perfect for young explorers who love nature, adventure, and imaginative language.

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Cover of a children's book titled "When a Pet Says Goodbye," illustrated with the silhouettes of a dog and a cat sitting side by side on a blue background with paw print and heart illustrations. Written and illustrated by Leah Lanning.

Losing a pet is like losing a best friend. They are part of the family and often give us more than we could ever give them in return. This is a love letter from a pet to its owner, thanking them and saying one last farewell.

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