Connection before correction
Stories help children feel seen and understood before introducing a new habit or idea.
The story behind Lio
More than a story.
More than a story.
A helping hand.
Lio was created to help children approach everyday challenges through warm, playful stories while giving parents practical guidance they can continue using at home.
English and French
Created for ages 2–5
Parent guidance included
Why Lio was created
Real family moments deserve more than a simple lesson.
Everyday habits such as brushing teeth, discovering vegetables, or navigating new routines can sometimes feel overwhelming for young children and their parents.
Lio turns those moments into stories children can understand and enjoy. Each book uses familiar situations, playful illustrations, and gentle language to help children explore positive habits at their own pace.
Alongside every story, parents receive practical guidance that helps continue the conversation beyond story time.
Rooted in real family life
Created with parents in mind
Created by a dentist and mom
Lio was created by Dr. Nadine Hawi, combining professional knowledge with the everyday understanding that comes from being a parent.
The goal was never to create books that simply tell children what to do. Lio introduces healthy habits through curiosity, connection, and stories that feel familiar to young children.
“A child learns more naturally when they feel understood,
involved, and supported.”
N
Dr. Nadine Hawi
Dentist, mom, and creator of Lio
What guides every Lio story
Designed for children.
Designed for children.
Created to support parents.
Every detail is shaped around making everyday learning feel natural, positive, and easier to continue at home.
Learning through story
Children discover new ideas through familiar characters, imagination, and relatable situations.
Practical parent support
Guidance inside every book helps parents continue the lesson during real daily routines.
Progress without pressure
Lio encourages curiosity, repetition, and confidence rather than forcing immediate results.
The Lio experience
From the page to everyday life
A Lio story is designed to begin a conversation that parents can gently continue throughout the day.
Read together
Share a familiar story in a calm and positive moment.
Talk and explore
Ask questions and let your child connect the story with their own experiences.
Continue at home
Use the included parent guidance during everyday routines.
Repeat gently
Return to the story whenever your child needs familiarity or reassurance.
Start your Lio journey
Two stories.
Two stories.
One helping hand.
Discover the Lio Starter Duo and support two everyday routines through bilingual stories, playful learning, and practical parent guidance.
2 bilingual books