Ben's Adventures: an inspiring story of inclusion & joy

A project in Chicago, IL by Elizabeth Gerlach
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Ben takes us to the CIRCUS, in this second book in the Ben's Adventures series, showing us that ALL kids can play & dream.
Children's Books
Backers: 166
Average Pledge Per Backer: $43

Funded: $7,069 of $6,500
Dates: May 2nd -> Jun 1st (30 days)
Project By: Elizabeth Gerlach
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Latest News

Good Morning! And Happy Friday!

May 31st - via: kickstarter.com
First Off … thank you all so much for supporting the second book in the Ben's Adventures series. It means so much. You're helping me honor my son Benjamin. PLUS we're sharing the message that ALL kids can play & dream, and ALL can embrace and... (Read More)

Good morning! We're entering the final week.

May 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone!  Thank you all for coming along on this ride with me. Heading into the final 8 days, about 135 of you have preordered the book, bringing the campaign to 87% funded!  Please know that you are helping to share the message that all kids... (Read More)

Book Awards & Stretch Goals!

May 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Saturday everyone!! I'm excited to share that the first book in the Ben's Adventures series, "Day At The Beach" just received an Independent Press Award for Children's Fiction! So if you've selected a package with two or both books, you are NOW... (Read More)

Big Day Yesterday! The campaign is NOW 61% to goal. WOW!

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, YES, the campaign is at 61% … I can't believe it! There were a few generous donations yesterday and I am soo incredibly thankful. I still have a LONG way to go and will be working hard to meet (hopefully exceed!) the goal over the next... (Read More)

Thank you for a successful First Day!

May 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I honestly wasn't sure what to expect since this is my first Kickstarter. By the end of the day yesterday, we ended up with 37 backers and 28% funded. I was pleased with that, so THANK YOU! And it makes me even more motivated to keep it going - right... (Read More)

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