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The Brin and Melly journal
Stories from
the Forest
Behind the books, the carvings, and the adventures still taking shape.
For families and classrooms
Friendship stories rooted in real life.
Brin and Melly began as a chainsaw carving of a grizzly bear and a little owl. Their friendship grew into a Pacific Northwest children’s book series about courage, kindness, curiosity, belonging, and finding your way.
Here, families and educators can explore the true stories behind the characters, discover classroom read aloud ideas, and learn how Aaron’s experiences as an educator, carver, father, and grandfather shape every adventure.
From the journal
Notes from the path.
Explore the people, carvings, and memories behind Brin and Melly.
Behind the Characters · October 11, 2026From Family Names and Carved Wood to Storybook CharactersRead the story ↗
Teacher and Parent Guide · October 6, 2026Best SEL Read Alouds for K to 3Read the guide ↗Family and Classroom · October 5, 2026The Courage to Be KindRead the story ↗
Classroom Stories · September 26, 2026Children’s Books About Friendship Across CulturesRead the story ↗
Behind the Characters · September 12, 2026The Family Heart Behind Brin and MellyRead the story ↗
Behind the Story · September 11, 2026How a Carving Became Brin and MellyRead the story ↗News from the forest
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