Educational Toddler Book Author Needed

I’d love your help turning a simple educational idea into a charming picture-book manuscript for preschoolers aged 3 – 5. The story should be light, playful and built around one clear lesson that children can grasp through repetition, rhythm and engaging characters. I’m aiming for a read-aloud length of about 500–700 words, spread so future illustrations have plenty of breathing room.

Once we connect I’ll share the core theme and a couple of character thoughts, but I’m open to your creative spin on setting, plot twists and dialogue. Please keep language age-appropriate, with short sentences and a warm, encouraging tone.

Deliverables
• One-page outline showing key page breaks
• Full manuscript in an editable file (Word or Google Doc)
• Brief illustration notes for each spread (optional but appreciated)

Acceptance Criteria
• Clear, naturally woven educational takeaway
• Vocabulary suited to emerging readers (3-5 years)
• Original content free of plagiarism

If you’ve written or published for this age band before, a short sample will help me get a feel for your style. A two-week turnaround is ideal, but I’m flexible if you need a little longer. Let’s create something little readers will ask for again and again!