Bring Tony to Your School or Library!

The most important lessons aren't always in the curriculum. Sometimes they're in a story.

Easy, Tony! was written for the child who tries too hard, feels too much, and needs permission to be gentle with themselves. In a classroom, that's not one child. That's every child.

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Why Easy, Tony!™ belongs in your school:

  • Easy, Tony! is more than a picture book. It's a conversation starter, a teaching tool, and a mirror for children who are learning — often for the first time — that the voice inside their head doesn't always have to be so hard on them.

    • Supports Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum

    • Ideal for K–3 classrooms and read-aloud programs

    • Encourages growth mindset and self-compassion in early learners

    • Sparks meaningful conversation about inner voice, feelings, and kindness

    • Includes a free classroom discussion guide — ready to use, no prep required

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For Teachers 🍎

A teacher crouching and smiling at at Sam with Tony next to his side. They are in the classroom.

Tony gives you a way in. Instead of talking abstractly about kindness or self-esteem, you have a character — a dragon your students will instantly love — who shows them what it looks and feels like to be hard on yourself, and what it means to choose a different way.

Easy, Tony! reads naturally as a standalone story and opens beautifully into classroom discussion. The companion discussion guide includes age-appropriate questions, activities, and reflection prompts designed for K–3 learners.

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For the Grown-Ups Who See Everything 💙

You notice the child who crumbles when they make a mistake. The one who says "I'm stupid" when they get an answer wrong. The one who holds everything so tightly that any crack feels catastrophic.

Tony gives you a way in — through story, through humor, through a character who feels exactly what that child feels.

Once they know Tony, the conversation opens naturally. You can ask — "Is your Tony being a little loud today?" — and suddenly a door is open that might otherwise stay closed.

Easy, Tony! creates a shared language between caring adults and the children in their lives.

A story, a dragon, and a moment of recognition that says — me too.

For Librarians 📚

Easy, Tony! is available in both paperback and hardcover editions and is a natural addition to any elementary school or public library collection focused on social-emotional wellness, emotional literacy, or character development.

Hardcover copies are built to last — perfect for high-traffic library shelves and lending programs.

Bulk pricing available for orders of 10 or more copies.

Sam and Tony in a library. An elderly female librarian with gray hair, glasses, and a name tag reading 'Librarian,' is smiling and holding a children's book titled 'The Adventures of Brave Little Hearts.'

Author Visits

Sherri Rasmussen is available for author visits — both virtual and in-person.

A visit with Sherri brings Tony to life for your students. She shares the story behind the book, reads aloud, leads a guided discussion, and leaves children with something they can carry with them long after the last page.

Scheduling is limited. Reach out early to reserve your date.

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Whether you're ordering books for your classroom, looking for read-aloud resources, or you’re interested in having Sherri visit your school — we'd love to hear from you.