Publications: Books

Since 2006, more than a half million copies of our books have been sold through online websites, presentations, book stores, and gift shops, primarily in the U.S. and Canada. Every year, our books reach more families and schools in countries around the world. With your help, we are creating a kinder, better, and more bucketfilling world!

We are honored that our books have won a total of 22 prestigious awards and each book has earned a Five Star Rating on Amazon.com with numerous, positive reviews.

Growing Up with a Bucket Full of Happiness:
Three Rules for a Happier Life

Growing Up with a Bucket Full of Happiness

Published 2010
By Carol McCloud, and Illustrated by Penny Weber.
For Ages 9 and older
88-page chapter book with 47 color illustrations
Soft cover ($9.95)

Description:

Buy NowThe sequel to Have You Filled a Bucket Today?Growing Up features easy-to-read chapters, colorful illustrations, and multiple questions that are asked to help readers become better bucket fillers.  The concepts of an invisible bucket, dipper, and lid teach upper elementary and older children the benefits of kind and considerate behavior.  It explains the causes of poor behavior and assures the reader it is possible to overcome the negative words and actions of others.  The call to action includes: a pledge, daily self-reflection and journaling.

Winner of Eleven Awards:
2011 - USA Best Book Award, Finalist (Children's Mind/Body/Spirit)
2010 - DIY Book Festival, Honorable Mention (Young Adult)
2010 - New England Book Festival, Honorable Mention (Young Adult/Teenage)
2010 - London Book Festival, Honorable Mention (Teenage)
2010 - Los Angeles Book Festival, Honorable Mention (Young Adult)
2011 - NABE Pinnacle Book Achievement Award (Best Books, Children's Interest)
2011 - Mom's Choice Awards, Gold Recipient, Juvenile Level 2 Books (Inspirational/Motivational)
2011 - Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, Grand Prize
2011 - Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, First Prize (Charity/Making a Difference)
2011 - Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, First Prize (School Issues)
2011 - Young Voices Foundation Award, Gold Recipient, Juvenile/Young Adult (Non-fiction)

Reader Comments:
"There are a lot of people who need to read this book."
"I wish I knew about my lid a long time ago. I could have used it."
"Bucket filling is the best thing that ever happened to our school."