Introducing Always Sam! A Story that Changed our Bedtime Routine

in Feb 24, 2025

If you have kids, you know how challenging bedtime can be when it’s time to unwind from the day. As a busy mom and founder of Savvy Sleepers, Dale Janée—an avid reader of celebrity memoirs—started curating a list of her kids favorite go-to books, which started about 5 years ago. 

"One day, while holding my sleeping 3-month-old after her vaccinations, I realized I was spending more time reading myself. Escaping from the new lockdown, and COVID press briefings. I started a shelf of calming, happy, children's books and wanted share our kids' favorites,' said Dale.

Today we'll introduce you to Always Sam. It's a beautifully written story about kindness, empathy, and inclusion. A book your kids will want to read night after night.

Dale's kids absolutely adore it, and she feels honored to know the author, Joan Tabb. Joan is hosting a special event for families in Northern California this Saturday which we're excited to share below! This book is perfect for all ages, especially kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade.

Join a Special FREE Reading of Always Sam!

Mark your calendars! Joan, the author of Always Sam, will be hosting a FREE interactive reading event in Santa Rosa, California. If you can't make it, check out the book at Joan on AlwaysSam.com.

Date: Saturday, March 1
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Northwest Library at Coddingtown Mall, Santa Rosa, CA

This interactive event will include a BIG SCREEN reading of Always Sam, a discussion* on its themes, and a special appearance from Chamie, the chameleon puppet! Kids will also get to participate in a fun color-changing demonstration and a drawing activity where their artwork will be featured on the Always Sam website. All proceeds from Always Sam book sales at the event will go towards children’s educational programs in Sonoma County. 

*If attendees speak Spanish or French, there will be opportunities for multilingual interactions!

Our kids' book club has come full circle as the baby in my arms in the first photo is now five and well on her way to reading on her own! 

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