teaching tots through positivity®

introducing children to POSITIVE THINKING through six lovable characters who inspire optimism, creativity, resiliency, and kindness

meet the tot tails

tyler

“I am sporty! I like to play outdoors!”

Tyler the raccoon is full of energy and enjoys playing sports. He has a great attitude and knows that having fun is more important than winning.

toby

“I am a loyal and good friend!”

Toby the puppy is a great pal. He’s a constant support to all of his friends and they can always count on him.

tina

“I may be small but I am brave!”

Don’t let her small size fool you! Tina the mouse is very courageous. She is not afraid to stand up for herself and her friends.

timothy

“I am clever! I enjoy learning!”

Timothy is a smart fox. He loves to read and find out about the world around him. He likes to share his knowledge with his friends.

tilly

“I am creative! I love to be artistic and use my imagination!”

Tilly the bunny likes drawing, painting and sculpting. She finds beauty in everyday things and enjoys sharing her creations.

tabitha

“I am adventurous! I like to try new things!”

Tabitha is a kitty that likes to take risks. She isn’t afraid to explore and experience new things with her friends.

videos

Tot Tails Finger Family Children's Nursery Rhyme & Kid Song

Tot Tails Are You Sleeping Brother John Nursery Rhyme and Kids Song

Tot Tails Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Children's Nursery Rhyme Kid Songs

Five Little Tot Tails Jumping On The Bed Children's Nursery Rhyme Kids Songs

Tot Tails Baa Baa Black Sheep Children's Nursery Rhyme Kids Songs

Tot Tails Alphabet ABC Nursery Rhyme and Kids Song

Tot Tails Itsy Bitsy Incy Wincy Spider Nursery Rhyme and Kids Song

Tot Tails Finger Family. Twinkle Twinkle, ABC Song and More! Nursery Rhymes and Kids Songs

positivity

There is blood family and then there are friends who are as close as family. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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There's a lot to be said for choosing someone to stand in for family. The emphasis is on “choosing,” because, unlike biological family, we get to choose them: people who share our beliefs, people who understand, and people who accept us no matter what.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Friends are similar to family. We express our emotions to our friends in the same way that we do our family. We may feel as close to them as we do our own brothers and sisters at times. The greatest friendships are the ones that allow us to be ourselves and are supportive without judgement.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Our children will see the friends we have and make that we nurture into "family members." Show them how to treasure these friendships.

Here are a few children's books to share that will help your child understand what friendship truly means. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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"My Friend is Sad (An Elephant and Piggie Book)" by Mo Willems will help kids understand how to be an empathetic friend. ⁣⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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"The Things I Love About Friends" by Trace Moroney is an adorable board book that depicts friendship through the eyes of a young bunny.⁣⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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"How to Be a Friend: A Guide to Making Friends and Keeping Them (Dino Life Guides for Families)" by Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown is a great book that goes into detail about ways to make friends and gives examples of situations that help teach how to be a good friend.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Go to the link in our bio [@tottails] for a list of other Friendship book recommendations!

Diversity is not about how we differ. Diversity is about embracing one another's uniqueness. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
~Ola Joseph⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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We are not divided when we are inclusive. Instead, the world around us expands. We gain relationships and experiences that make us better people. We recognize that we are all unique and that our differences enrich our lives.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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A parent's job can be difficult when it comes to raising a child who is inclusive and compassionate. Every day, we communicate our values to our children through what we say and do.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What are some ways that you impress the message of inclusiveness with your kids?

Perform a random act of kindness for someone: a smile, compliment, or a favor just for fun. These will multiply and spread very rapidly. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
~Steve Brunkhorst⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Being kind to someone will often set off a positive chain reaction of kindness. This ties into the whole idea of paying it forward. There are countless videos online of random acts of kindness that inspire people daily. Even just watching someone be kind evokes a strong emotion in the observer and encourages them to show kindness and help others. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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As parents, we set the first examples for our children and are their primary source for what it means to be kind.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Teaching kids to be kind is both a wonderful pastime, and an important one. There’s nothing that beats the feeling of pride we have when a toddler offers a toy to someone else willingly, or our older child gives their tooth fairy money to someone in need. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Continue reading this blog post at the link in our bio [@tottails]!

The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing, not curing, not healing and face with us the reality of our powerlessness, that is a friend who cares. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Life can throw some unexpected hurdles our way and reveal to us who our true friends are. Appreciate those that stick with you through the good and bad times. Help your little ones recognize what makes a good friend and how to be one.

True friendship multiplies the good in life and divides its evils. Strive to have friends, for life without friends is like life on a desert island… to find one real friend in a lifetime is good fortune; to keep them is a blessing. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Friendship is a true blessing. However, in order to be blessed with the best of friends, we must also be a blessing in return. Aspire to be the person your friends can rely on for compassion and support and set the example for your children as well. Teach them that unconditional love and acceptance, rather than opinions and judgments, characterize unwavering friendships.

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meet the team

the tot tails twins

Hello and welcome! We're Marsha and Michelle, twin moms with a shared mission to nurture positivity and self-love in children. Driven by our passion, we've created a magical world of lovable characters that bring inspiring messages to life in a fun and engaging way.

As the artistic extrovert of our duo, Michelle is the creative force behind the delightful Tot Tails characters. Marsha, is our behind-the-scenes mastermind. Her creative ingenuity and unwavering support have been instrumental in bringing the Tot Tails out into the world.

Together, we combine our talents and commitment to make a lasting, positive impact on children's lives around the world. We're thrilled to have you join us on this journey!

what we’re all about

Our aim is to provide you with lovable characters, inspiring quotes, positive words, and music that you can enjoy with your children. In a world full of negativity and uncertainty, we saw a need to add more positivity, fun, and light to children's media and entertainment.

At Tot Tails, our mission is to nurture positivity, resilience, and self-esteem in children through engaging characters and positive messaging. We aim to create a brighter future by providing parents, caregivers and educators with valuable resources that support children's emotional and social development.
Our goals include:

Developing interactive stories, games, and activities that promote emotional intelligence, empathy, and a growth mindset through diverse and visually appealing characters that resonate with children from all backgrounds.
Ensuring our products are accessible, inclusive, and engaging for children of various ages and developmental stages.
Continuously updating and expanding our offerings based on feedback from parents, caregivers, educators, and children.

By combining our passion, creativity, and dedication, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families worldwide. Join us on our journey to cultivate a generation of confident, compassionate, and emotionally intelligent young minds.

Best regards,

Michelle & Marsha