My Purple World

Welcome to My Purple World!

Number one New York Times bestselling authors Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart have created an inclusive world where we embrace the things that bring us together as humans, while celebrating what makes you uniquely YOU! 

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The World Needs More Purple Schools by Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

The World Needs More Purple Schools

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

It's back to school with Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart! Learn how to paint your school purple with this follow-up to the #1 New York Times bestseller The World Needs More Purple People.

Penny Purple taught us how to be a purple person. A person who finds common ground with others while celebrating what makes them unique! Now Penny and her pals will put their purple skills into action in their very favorite place -- their classroom! How do you make a purple school?  It will take curiousity, sharing, hard work, and lots of laughs!

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The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

The World Needs More Purple People

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

#1 New York Times bestseller! 

Actress, producer, and parent Kristen Bell (The Good Place, Veronica Mars, Frozen) and creative director and parent Benjamin Hart have a new challenge for you and your kids: become a purple person by embracing what makes YOU special while finding common ground with those around you.
 
What is a purple person? Great question. I mean, really great! Because purple people always ask really great questions. They bring their family, friends, and communities together, and they speak up for what’s right. They are kind and hardworking, and they love to laugh (especially at Grandpa’s funny noises)! A purple person is an everyday superhero! How do you become one? That’s the fun part! Penny Purple will lead you through the steps. Get ready to be silly, exercise your curiosity, use your voice, and be inspired.
 
Looking to reach beyond the political divide of red and blue, Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart have created a hilarious and joyous read-aloud that offers a wonderful message about embracing the things that bring us together as humans. This book will inspire a whole generation to paint the world purple!

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The New Puppy by Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

The New Puppy

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

#1 New York Times bestselling authors Kristen Bell (Frozen) and Benjamin Hart are bringing their beloved characters from The World Needs More Purple People to Step into Reading! Get ready to adopt a dog in this Step 2 leveled reader!
 

Penny's friend Mateo is adopting a dog! Mateo is determined to be a good dog owner. Luckily, he can use his purple skills! He asks questions about the puppy’s food, works hard to take care of the puppy, and uses his voice to make sure the puppy feels safe. Best of all, Mateo, Penny, and the new puppy get to be themselves and have fun together! 
 
Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart are bringing their inclusive purple world to Step into Reading with a joyous message of embracing the things that bring us together as humans, while celebrating what makes you uniquely YOU! 
 
Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Let's Go Bike! by Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

Let's Go Bike!

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Daniel Wiseman

#1 New York Times bestselling authors Kristen Bell (Frozen) and Benjamin Hart are bringing their beloved characters from The World Needs More Purple People to Step into Reading! Get ready to ride a bike around the neighborhood in this Step 2 leveled reader!

Penny loves her purple bike. And she really loves riding it to visit friends! Penny’s neighborhood is filled with friends young and old. They love to garden, play music, and spend time together as a community. Come along for a ride, and practice the purple skills of curiosity, kindness, and more! 

Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart are bringing their inclusive purple world to Step into Reading with a joyous message of embracing the things that bring us together as humans, while celebrating what makes you uniquely YOU! 

Also available as an AudioBook download

The World Needs More Purple People

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Kristen Bell

The World Needs More Purple Schools

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Kristen Bell

The New Puppy

Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart, Kristen Bell

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KristenandBen

Kristen Bell & Benjamin Hart

Kristen Bell is an American actress and producer who has starred in films and television series such as FrozenThe Good Place, and Veronica Mars. She has been a guest editor for Parents magazine and has been featured in parenting articles on platforms like MotherlyReal SimpleBabble, and more. She also produces and stars in the web series Momsplaining for EllenTube. 

Benjamin Hart is a multidisciplinary designer and creative director. He is currently a principal partner and the co-president of Brains on Fire, a creative agency that specializes in building communities and sparking social movements through the power of identity and narrative. Benjamin has worked on numerous projects and campaigns focused on early childhood development and education. Together the duo also helped launch a new baby company in 2019 called Hello Bello, which provides families with access to premium and more natural products at affordable prices.

Daniel Wiseman

Photo: © Elizabeth Wiseman

Daniel Wiseman

Daniel Wiseman is the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart. He has illustrated many books for kids, including Goodbye Brings Hello by Dianne White, Play This Book by Jessica Young, When Your Lion Needs a Bath by Susanna Leonard Hill, and the Baby Scientist series by Laura Gehl. He lives with his family in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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