About Penelope Hopscotch
Penelope Hopscotch is the playful pen name of an imaginative author bringing fun and adventure to young readers. The name "Penelope Hopscotch" is meant to spark joy and excitement even before opening the first page, setting the tone for the stories within. With a passion for storytelling, Penelope is dedicated to creating heartwarming tales that not only entertain but also teach valuable life lessons in confidence, self-belief, and the excitement of adventure.
Books
The Toccoa River Golf Adventure
Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure
Rags and the Big Beach Adventure
Join Alex on a heartwarming golf adventure through the hilly course on the banks of the Toccoa River, where friendly animals like Ricky the Raccoon, Bella the Bear, and Spin the Spider help teach the importance of confidence, patience, and believing in oneself. With every hole, Alex not only learns new golf skills but also enjoys special
Join Alex on a heartwarming golf adventure through the hilly course on the banks of the Toccoa River, where friendly animals like Ricky the Raccoon, Bella the Bear, and Spin the Spider help teach the importance of confidence, patience, and believing in oneself. With every hole, Alex not only learns new golf skills but also enjoys special time with family, discovering life lessons that will inspire young readers to stay calm, play fair, and trust themselves. Perfect for kids who love animals, adventure, and family fun!
Rags and the Big Beach Adventure
Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure
Rags and the Big Beach Adventure
Join Rags, the happiest dog in Virginia Beach, on a fun-filled day of sand, waves, and adventures in Rags' Big Beach Adventure! This delightful story for young readers follows Rags as he explores the beach, rides the waves, and enjoys time with his loving family. From splashing in the water to relaxing in the sun, each moment is full of e
Join Rags, the happiest dog in Virginia Beach, on a fun-filled day of sand, waves, and adventures in Rags' Big Beach Adventure! This delightful story for young readers follows Rags as he explores the beach, rides the waves, and enjoys time with his loving family. From splashing in the water to relaxing in the sun, each moment is full of excitement and joy. Perfect for children under 6, this heartwarming tale celebrates play, friendship, and the simple joys of a day at the beach.
Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure
Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure
Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure
Join Rags, the happiest dog, as he enjoys Christmas! In Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure, readers follow Rags in Virginia Beach as the town lights up with holiday magic. From picking the perfect tree to cozy sleigh rides, Rags’ tail never stops wagging. He carols, sniffs out gifts, and welcomes the New Year with excitement. This heart
Join Rags, the happiest dog, as he enjoys Christmas! In Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure, readers follow Rags in Virginia Beach as the town lights up with holiday magic. From picking the perfect tree to cozy sleigh rides, Rags’ tail never stops wagging. He carols, sniffs out gifts, and welcomes the New Year with excitement. This heartwarming story, full of joy and wonder, is perfect for young readers.
Gulliver the Cat
The Mixed Nuts Big Basketball Adventure
Rags and the Big Christmas Adventure
Gulliver is a lovable gray tabby cat who acts more like a dog! He wags his tail, plays with toys, and runs to the door when someone knocks. But most of all, Gulliver loves to snuggle! Gulliver the Cat is a sweet and playful story for little readers, filled with warmth, fun, and lots of cuddles. Perfect for kids under 5, this adorable book will make hearts smile!
The Mixed Nuts Big Basketball Adventure
The Mixed Nuts Big Basketball Adventure
The Mixed Nuts Big Basketball Adventure
Get ready to go nuts for adventure! Join Walnut, Peanut, Cashew, Macadamia, and Pecan as they sneak out of their jar and set off to see a big basketball game. With clever plans, teamwork, and a whole lot of laughs, this story is perfect for young readers who love fun, friendship, and a little bit of mischief. It’s a slam dunk for kids ages 5–8!
The Toccoa River Frog Bog
The Mixed Nuts Big Basketball Adventure
The Mixed Nuts Big Basketball Adventure
The Toccoa River Frog Bog is a joyful rhyming picture book for children ages 3–6 that follows a group of cheerful frogs living in a sunny, squishy bog along the Toccoa River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Through hopping, splashing and singing they explore their magical world filled with puddles, lily pads, fireflies, and fun. With gentle l
The Toccoa River Frog Bog is a joyful rhyming picture book for children ages 3–6 that follows a group of cheerful frogs living in a sunny, squishy bog along the Toccoa River in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Through hopping, splashing and singing they explore their magical world filled with puddles, lily pads, fireflies, and fun. With gentle language, playful rhymes, and vibrant illustrations, this heartwarming story celebrates friendship, imagination, and the wonders of nature.
Rags and the Squeaky Toy Mystery
Rags and the Squeaky Toy Mystery
Rags and the Squeaky Toy Mystery
When Rags’ favorite squeaky toy goes missing, he and his cousin Elvis spring into action! The two playful pups race through the house and yard, following mysterious squeaks and clues. With a little help from their mischievous chipmunk friend, Nugget, they discover that solving a mystery can be just as fun as chasing toys. Full of adventur
When Rags’ favorite squeaky toy goes missing, he and his cousin Elvis spring into action! The two playful pups race through the house and yard, following mysterious squeaks and clues. With a little help from their mischievous chipmunk friend, Nugget, they discover that solving a mystery can be just as fun as chasing toys. Full of adventure, friendship, and giggles, Rags and the Squeaky Toy Mystery is a playful story that young readers will love to follow to the very last squeak!
Huey learns to be A Gentleman
Rags and the Squeaky Toy Mystery
Rags and the Squeaky Toy Mystery
Meet Huey, a joyful, bouncy doodle whose tail never seems to stop wagging. He loves puddles, squirrels, and splashing through the day with pure delight. Cheyenne and Dakota are Huey’s golden retriever aunties, and they are calm, kind, and always polite. When they decide it’s time to teach Huey a few simple manners, their days together qui
Meet Huey, a joyful, bouncy doodle whose tail never seems to stop wagging. He loves puddles, squirrels, and splashing through the day with pure delight. Cheyenne and Dakota are Huey’s golden retriever aunties, and they are calm, kind, and always polite. When they decide it’s time to teach Huey a few simple manners, their days together quickly turn into a series of sweet and sometimes silly lessons. Along the way, Cheyenne and Dakota gently guide Huey with patience, laughter, and love reminding him that learning takes time, and perfection is never the goal. Told in playful rhyme and brought to life with warm, expressive illustrations, Huey learns to be A Gentleman is a comforting, fun story about growing up, trying your best, and being loved just as you are.