Charley, Tie Your Shoes is all about an adorable and determined little pup that overcomes a challenge in his life. With the love and support from his mom, Charley tackles the tricky task of, you guessed it, tying his shoes.

Remember a time in your life when you had to keep on trying to succeed? With the love and support from his mom, Charley tackles the tricky task of, you guessed it, tying his shoes. As we all grow up and improve at something, it's important to remember just how far we've come! After you read Charley's story, readers may explore the thoughtful discussion questions and chat with your favorite people about some of the topics in the book. This is a must read for all littles, whether they are just learning to tie their shoes, ride a bike, or even grown-ups who need to remember to "get up and try again." Please share your kiddo's wonderful answers or pictures of your pup doing a human activity, ex: wearing shoes, and post to social media with the hashtag #CharleyTieYourShoes. We can't wait to see them!

Charles W. Edwards was born at the turn of the 20th century, on November 21, 1899, outside the town of Otterville, IL. He married Thirza Edith Noble in July 1921, in Granite City, IL. He was an educator for 45 years, starting out in one room schoolhouses. One of his many grandchildren, Jeffrey Druce, remembers his grandfather as a "serious bird watcher and history buff" and that, "he had a flat rock in his garden that he told us leprechauns danced on when the moon was full." Charles passed away in 1985, however, his love of nature, family, and country shines through his writings and he lives on through his poetry. He self-published a book of poetry, "Of Shoes and Ships and Sealing Wax" in 1971. "Charley, Tie Your Shoes" is a poem from this work and is a great reminder for young and old to "get up and try again."