A & J Books

A & J Books A woman owned small business run by two sisters. We inspire families to be creative together at home.

03/30/2026

Take your kids' creativity to the next level with these amazing coloring books. They're packed with exciting paper crafts to keep them entertained over spring break.


03/28/2026

We noticed that most scissor activity books were repetitive and knew we could make something better.

Our activity books for kids still include warm up pages, but as your kid’s progress through each book the glue together crafts get more involved to keep them engaged for longer periods of time so that parents can get a break or make dinner while they craft.

Once they finish creating all the crafts from our activity books, make a scene with them to play with or for homeschooling.

Find out more about our mom owned business here and check out the 11 different themed activities for kids

03/28/2026

We did the work for you! Find free printable pages, craft activity books, and journal prompts for kids to get creative …because some days we need less mental load as parents am I right?

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03/28/2026

From now until the end of September 9/25/23 we are offering you a chance to try our most popular activity book out for free…all we ask is that you leave our small business a review first. Purchase, review, refund! It’s that simple. Let us know if you are interested by commenting “activity”

It’s full of buildable-interactive crafts so not only are your little artists strengthening motor skills, but they are learning through pretend play too!

Write your name on your wearable chef’s hat and get to cooking your way through the “Color, cut, & create kitchen” scissor activity book for kids

Follow for more arts and crafts! 🎨📚

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If you are looking for a mindful way to start 2024, we made free journaling pages to add self care into your routine.Fro...
01/03/2024

If you are looking for a mindful way to start 2024, we made free journaling pages to add self care into your routine.

From gratitude, tracking goals, and doodling to calm racing thoughts and ease anxiety

What are you doing to positively impact your mental health this year? We are doom scrolling less

Just visit to find the free printable journaling pages

As the year winds down, do you like to reflect and set your intentions for the new year?Journaling is a healthy habit th...
12/15/2023

As the year winds down, do you like to reflect and set your intentions for the new year?

Journaling is a healthy habit that can be easily added to your routine. Whether it’s to practice gratitude, doodle, or capture memories, just 5-10minutes a day can have a positive impact on your mental health.

We have a variety of journals available for all ages…some as low as $3 and perfect for a stocking stuffer.

Plus we have free journaling pages you can print to help get your self care started!

Here’s to a healthier and more positive 2024 💕

What are your must haves for sitting at restaurants with kids? (Or wine tastings ) We never leave the house without a ...
12/13/2023

What are your must haves for sitting at restaurants with kids? (Or wine tastings )

We never leave the house without a journal, coloring supplies, stickers, and a game. (Games: uno, fruits, mini farkle, left right center)

Here are some journaling ideas for entertaining the group before busting out the screens (we are all about balance)
-write a story about an object in the room (adventure of the olives)
-keep score of the game you are playing and draw trophies that represent each person playing
-come up with a recipe for the food you are eating to make it at home
-or use a prompt from the QR code inside our scribble and sketch journals so you don’t have to come up with any ideas 😉

The possibilities are endless!
Happy creating friends,
A & J

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Pretend play and motor skills all in one gift! Kids get to color their way through the activity book and create their ve...
12/05/2023

Pretend play and motor skills all in one gift!

Kids get to color their way through the activity book and create their very own bakery scene to play with. Complete with a banner to hang and bakery bucks for customers to pay for baked goods.

From learning about ingredients to building a giant cake, this activity book is hours of screen free fun under $10!

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San Diego friends! Our last family craft is December 6th, so let’s make it a memorable one! Cut, paste, build, and deco...
12/04/2023

San Diego friends! Our last family craft is December 6th, so let’s make it a memorable one!

Cut, paste, build, and decorate a giant paper gingerbread house. A fun activity for families to get in the holiday spirit. (Swipe to preview)

Head over to to sign up and secure a spot!

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3439 Se Hawthorne Boulevard #934
Portland, OR
97214

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