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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

JustRead Tours Blog Tour: The Oakwood Series by Kathy J. Perry

Oakwoods Series JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for the Oakwoods Series by Kathy J. Perry, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Series

Pip O'Possum (Work Then Play)
Sally Skunkskin (Grumbles to Grateful)
Benjamin Bat (Humility)
Nuts (Sharing is Caring)
Jeremy Jay (Resilience) 
Author:
Kathy J. Perry 
Publisher:
Chickadee Words 
Release Date:
April 4, 2025 
Genre:
Early Reader Chapter Books (ages 5-8)

These warm stories invite readers into a woodland world that feels very classic and fun. Kids will like meeting the animals in the Oakwoods series. As they read about the animals' adventures, friendships, and foibles, they'll also discover timeless lessons that feel authentic to the characters and the Oakwoods world—and also applicable to our daily lives.

Teachers and parents of young readers transitioning from picture books will appreciate the easy-to-read font, a glossary, “What If?” discussion questions about the story & application to real life, and a “Did You Know?” section with surprising facts about the real animal. (i.e. blue jays aren’t really blue!)








Title: Jeremy Jay (Resilience)
Series: Oakwoods Series #5

Author: Kathy J. Perry

Publisher: Chickadee Words

Release Date: April 4, 2025

Genre: Early Reader Chapter Books (ages 5-8)

No one is perfect.

Jeremy Jay’s deformed foot has him giving up on himself even when no 

one else is.He’s convinced he can’t live a normal life like the other jays

—until he gets the support of the oldest friend to every animal in Oakwoods.

Soon, Jeremy is singing a new tune, but can he go from doubter to teacher

when he meets another impaired blue jay?

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Early Reading is so important for Children. Jeremy Jay: Resilence by Kathy J. Perry is Book 5 in the Oakwoods Series. 

I truly LOVE books that are an easy read for Children as they begin to learn to read. I especially enjoyed this book as it also has valuable Character Teaching for Children. Jeremy Jay, a blue jay,  is discouraged because of his deformed foot. He just wants to have friends and not be shunned. I really felt the sorrow and loneliness in Jeremy Jay while I was reading this book. I have a heart for Different Ability people and I heard the message throughout the book. I feel the message in this book is best learned when children are young. The age group that this book is geared toward is PERFECT. I also really love how the end of the book has discussion quesitons and helpful tools that really make this book even more of an educational and fun book. I HIGHLY recommend this book to families and Schools with young children. AMAZING BOOK!







Title: Sally Skunkskin (Grumbles to Grateful)
Series: Oakwoods Series #2

Author: Kathy J. Perry

Publisher: Chickadee Words

Release Date: April 4, 2025

Genre: Early Reader Chapter Books (ages 5-8)

Kindness stinks!

At least that’s what Sally Skunkskin thinks. She’s rude when the beaver 

minds his business.  She’s rude when the coyotes and foxes have fun. 

She’s even rude when Sneaks the snake tries to help her. She’s a blunt 

skunk who needs a lesson in manners. But will she ever learn to hold 

her tongue the way others hold their noses? She’d better because it’s 

the only way Sally will ever enjoy the sweet smell of friendship.

Sally Skunkskin: Grumbles to Grateful is a warm and gentle story about 

how to make friends and get along with others—even when you think no 

one likes you.



Childrens Books are a great genre. Sally Skunkskin: Grumbles to Grateful by Kathy J. Perry is Book 1 in the Oakwoods Series. I have read a couple others in this series, although not in order. I am enjoying this series. 

A Grumpy Skunk? YES that it the theme of this book. Sally is a Skunk who lives in the Woods with all the other Forest Animals. Sally is grumpy and rude to everyone she comes in contact with. Sally is taken aback when unkind words are spoken to her. Sally really begins to realize her grumpy and rudeness ways are hurtful, as she felt hurt when it happened to her. I really LOVE the message in this book. Rudeness can lead to bullying and teaching kids while they are young how to be kind and grateful to others is so important. The Discussion guide at the end of this book is a wonderful asset to the lesson being taught throughout the book.  I HIGHLY recommend this book to families and Schools with young children. BEAUTIFUL BOOK!



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Kathy J Perry

Of the many jobs I’ve held in the past, including thirty-five years of designing and constructing stained glass windows part-time, teaching was one of the most enjoyable for me because investing in kids is so important. To this end, I continue to encourage good character with clean, moral stories kids and teens love to read. Good books make such an impact.

Writing is hard work, but there’s nothing like a good story to run off with your imagination. When things are flowing, it’s like a vacation. Sometimes the best ideas come in the middle of the night. 

When not writing, you’ll find me painting with watercolor, doing school visits, writing a blog, interviewing other writers, designing websites, working as an administrative assistant part-time, and renovating houses. 

Is this retirement? Apparently so! I’m loving every minute of it with my husband of 43 years.

Connect with Kathy J. Perry by visiting kathyjperry.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.



(1) winner will receive a 5-book signed softcover bundle of the Oakwoods Series, bookmarks, and a $50 Amazon digital gift card!

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Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight June 24, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on July 1, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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