Hi! I’m Laurel, born and raised on the island of O'ahu! For over 15 years, I worked as a certified elementary and early childhood school librarian in Kaimuki, helping children discover the joy of reading and the magic that lives inside every book. Today, I continue that mission through my partnership with PaperPie Learning, where I help families, classrooms, and communities build meaningful home libraries filled with engaging, high-quality books and educational resources.
As a mom, I understand how important it is to find books that truly capture children’s attention - stories that spark imagination, build confidence, and create special moments together. I love connecting families with books that make learning feel natural, fun, and inspiring.
My goal is simple: to help more children fall in love with reading.
Whether I’m hosting book fairs, supporting classrooms, or helping parents choose the perfect books for their little ones, I believe every child deserves access to stories that help them grow, dream, and thrive.
Thank you for being here. I’m so glad you stopped by!
Mahalo,
Laurel
My Favorite PaperPie Books 📚
Nibbles
Water Wonders
School of Monsters
Anne Frank
Billy and the Pirates
Mochi is my beloved Australian shepherd. She loves to inspire children to read more books! Reading to a dog has been shown to build confidence in early readers. Who is your favorite reading buddy?