Deep in the heart of the TRICOAST coastal forest, a world of wonder, friendship, and discovery awaits! Here, a lovable cast of woodland creatures, inspired by the wildlife of Canada, embarks on exciting adventures—learning, growing, and working together to unravel the mystery of the purple magic.
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Join Drew L. Dandelion, Lily Ladybug, Sammy Salmon, Oliver Owl, and many more as they explore their strengths, face challenges, and help one another overcome obstacles including Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and other learning differences. Each character brings a unique gift to the group, showing that everyone has something special to offer.
But TRICOAST Adventures is about more than just language learning, it is about caring for our world, protecting nature, and working together to keep the forest and coast safe and clean for all creatures. Through teamwork, creativity, and a little bit of magic, these brave friends prove that every challenge is an opportunity to grow!
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Explore the TRICOAST Adventures series and watch your child’s imagination grow while discovering courage, creativity, and the magic within every story.
Journeys in Language Learning
Supporting Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
Drew and the Magic Pencil
Children's Book
Drew L. Dandelion, a cheerful flower with big dreams and a heart full of stories, struggles to find the right words to share his ideas. When Drew discovers a glowing magic pencil in the enchanting forest, he embarks on a transformative journey of creativity and self-expression. With the encouragement of his wise and kind friends - Lily the enthusiastic ladybug, Sammy the playful salmon, and Oliver the wise owl - Drew learns that everyone has their own way of telling a story.
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Lily and the Magic Notebook Children's Book
Lily the Ladybug loves exploring the forest and sharing her discoveries, but when it comes to following instructions, the steps get all mixed up in her mind. This leaves her feeling unsure of what to do next. Everything begins to change when Oliver the wise owl gives Lily a special notebook. With help from her friends Drew, Sammy, and Maya, Lily learns three simple strategies: ask for help, take your time, and number the steps. As Lily uses her notebook to plant seedlings and create a Forest Map, she makes an incredible discovery. What once felt hard becomes her special talent! Will Lily’s new strategies help her when the steps get trickier? How will her notebook help all the forest friends work together? With courage, learning, and a little forest magic, Lily finds her own way to shine. This heartwarming story shows that everyone can feel confident and capable with the right help and practice.
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How to use these books
Understanding DLD: A Guide for Parents
Teaching Your Child about About Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Using Drew and the Magic Pencil
Understanding DLD: A Guide for Parents
Teaching Your Child about About Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Using Lily and the Magic Notebook
Drew and the Magic Pencil
Colouring Book
Colour, Create, and Imagine!
Welcome to the world of TRICOAST Adventures!
This special colouring book is more than just fun—it is a way to spark creativity, build confidence in communication, and support children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).
Featuring Drew Dandelion and his delightful friends - Lily Ladybug and Sammy Salmon - this beautifully illustrated colouring book brings the characters of TRICOAST Adventures to life in a way children will love. It makes the perfect companion to the storybook Drew and the Magic Pencil, extending the adventure through imaginative play and hands-on learning.