Nadia Ramlakhan-Velit Releases Garden Childrens Book
The former toy industry editor debuts a new interactive story for children.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Gardening
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Author and former toy industry editor Nadia Ramlakhan-Velit has released a new children's book, Chickie Chickie in the Garden. The 28-page book features illustrations by Dora Doubles and follows a chicken on garden adventures.
Why it matters
The author created the book to help young readers find extraordinary elements in ordinary daily moments. It is designed to engage children through riddle-and-reveal pages that highlight the character's various discoveries.
The book features 28 pages and is intended for readers ages 0 and up. It is currently priced at $11.99 on Amazon and is also available at the Daff & Daisy Preloved Kidswear Boutique in Columbus.
The players
Nadia Ramlakhan-Velit
She is the author of Chickie Chickie in the Garden and a former editor for The Toy Book and The Toy Insider.
Dora Doubles
She provided the illustrations for the new children's book.
The details
Nadia Ramlakhan-Velit, a former editor for The Toy Book and The Toy Insider, draws on her experience in the toy industry to craft an interactive experience for children. The story uses riddle-and-reveal pages to guide young readers through the garden setting.
Timeline
A book reading event is scheduled to take place at Play First on November 1, 2026.
Culture Shift
This release follows the broader trend of utilizing interactive, tactile children's literature to foster early engagement. It signals a shift toward story formats that prioritize discovery-based learning over traditional passive reading.
Hamilton residents can attend the upcoming book reading event on November 1, 2026, to engage with the author and the new material. Parents and gift-givers can purchase the book online or find copies at the Daff & Daisy Preloved Kidswear Boutique in nearby Columbus.
The takeaway
This book provides an interactive way for parents to guide children through nature-themed narratives at home. By using riddle-and-reveal structures, the book serves as a tool for teaching children to look closely at their surroundings.
What happens next
Nadia Ramlakhan-Velit will host a public book reading event on November 1, 2026, at Play First.
Further reading
Learn more about local interests in the Gardening section.
More information
For reading details or to save your spot, visit the event registration portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Toy Book.
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