STEP INTO A STORYWALK® ADVENTURE

Oceola Township Hall

Howell, MI

A boy and his father spend their day at the beach, exploring the shore, the sand, the water, and everything in between. The result is a warm, elegant celebration of nature, connection, and the myriad relationships formed all around us.

Written by Dana Walrath and illustrated by Jaime Kim.

Located at the Oceola Soccer Complex/Township Hall

1661 N Latson Rd, Howell, MI 48843

Genoa Township Hall

Brighton, MI

Kevin and the Food Drive is a Building Character Early Bird Story highlighting generosity. When Kevin learns that not all families have enough to eat, he decides to organize a food drive with his friends. When everyone pitches in and shares, there’s enough food to go around.

This StoryWalk is in partnership with the Livingston Hunger Council.

Located at the Genoa Township Park

2911 Dorr Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Unadilla Township Community Park

Unadilla Township, MI
A girl and her father go for a walk, experiencing all the sights, sounds, smells, and feels of the woods. As Mika asks her father to hold each and every one of her found treasures, he, in turn, urges her to be a big girl and only carry what she is able to. With every step and stumble, Mika finds both the wonders and treasures of nature, and the ability to pick herself up after a fall. But the true discovery for both daughter and parent comes at the end, when they both realize a true treasure is a hand to hold.

Located at the Unadilla Township Community Park

Corner of Hadley Road and Barnum Road, Gregory, MI 48137

Tridge in Downtown Brighton

Brighton, MI

The Kiwanis StoryWalk (Sponsored by the Brighton Kiwanis) starts at the Imagination Station side of the Tridge. This literacy program features Michigan authors and/or illustrators.

In spare, poetic text written from the point of view of big sagebrush, readers are transported to the vast landscape of western North America. This incredibly resilient plant, which can live as long as one hundred years, provides food and shelter as well as shadows to conceal both predators and prey. After a wildfire passes through, it grows again and will thrive once more.

Located at the Tridge by the Mill Pond

Downtown Brighton, MI 48116

Downtown Howell - Stories in Storefronts

Downtown Howell, MI

Meet Acoustic Rooster and his friends, Ella Finchgerald, Mules Davis, and Duck Ellington, as they perform in the big barnyard band competition. With jazz facts and eye-catching artwork from the PBS KIDS® show— Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band, produced by GBH Kids and Global Mechanic—this book really boogies as the story is told through lyrical, jazzy text—perfect for young readers.

Located throughout downtown Howell. The story begins at the Howell Carnegie District Library.

314 W. Grand River Ave., Howell, MI 48843

From there, use this map to find all of the other 10 locations!

Village Trailhead

Hamburg Twp, MI

When a girl and her dog set out on a canoe trip together, they’re expecting a quiet afternoon for two. Then a beaver decides to join them, even when the girl protests that “It’s a one-dog canoe.” And when a loon, and a wolf, and a bear, and a moose all ask for a ride, it’s almost too much. But they all manage to fit in this one-dog canoe―until a frog comes along…

Located at the Village Trailhead near Winklehaus Park & Hamburg Pub

Hamburg Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

Centennial Park

Fowlerville, MI

A hangry bear goes on a rampage through a local fair–pushing friends aside, roaring, and generally doing all the nasty things we do when we’re hungry. Finally, sweet Shrew identifies the problem and Hare conjures up a quick snack. Satisfied, and a little ashamed, Bear apologizes and insists on fixing the damage he’s caused. Until Shrew gets a bit hangry herself…

A funny, rhyming romp that introduces readers to phonics and decodable text.

Located at Centennial Park

230 N Grand St, Fowlerville, MI 48836

Colman Park

South Lyon, MI

There’s a curious commotion at the bottom of the ocean! Step into this vibrant StoryWalk® adventure and dive deep into a lively collection of rhyming poems paired with colorful, bold illustrations that bring the magic of the sea to life.

As you follow the trail spread-by-spread, you’ll journey from the sandy shore to the dark, deep sea and even to the icy poles. It is a rhythmic, high-energy stroll that turns every step into a discovery, introducing young readers to the wonderful (and sometimes wacky!) world of marine life.

Located at Colman Park in Green Oak Township.

11296 Silver Lake Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178

Trinity Health Livingston Hospital

Brighton, MI

As a trio of tired tots settles into bed for the night, the sheep who should be helping them count down to slumber kick up their hooves instead in an energetic dance performance. Starting with one little lamb and counting up to 10, these “sleep” sheep tap, waltz, tango, and even boogie as they get their nighttime groove on. But finally, after their energy is danced out, nap sheep lull everyone to sleep.

Located at Trinity Health Livingston Hospital in Brighton. Park near the Cancer Center. The path is alongside the building.

7555 Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48114