Publishing
The Little Polka Dot, coming October 6th 2026! Available for Pre-Order Now
This bright, cheerful picture book tells a simple and beautiful story of following your heart to break out of the pattern and become who you are truly meant to be.
“Cassandra Berger has made her mark! The Little Polka Dot is a colorful celebration of what it means to be an original. After a challenging journey, our hero, Little Polka ‘connects the dots’ to his inner dot!”—Peter H. Reynolds, author/illustrator of The Dot and Be You
“The Little Polka Dot is an absolute delight from start to finish—a tender, uplifting story about courage, identity, and the joy of self-expression. The artwork mirrors the dot’s journey beautifully, evolving from quiet simplicity to brilliant color as confidence blooms. Each page turn feels like a breath of new possibility. This timeless celebration of individuality and creativity will stay with readers long after the last page—a book that makes you smile, think, and want to read it all over again.”—Jennifer Oxley, author/illustrator and co-creator of Peg + Cat
“The Little Polka Dot is a heartfelt celebration of individuality and the magic that happens when we dare to be ourselves.”—Aimee Sicuro, author/illustrator of If You Find a Leaf and If You Spot a Shell
“Some people write beautiful stories, and other people create beautiful images. Cassandra Berger is a rare human who does both. This inspiring and sweet tale about a little polka dot who asks, ‘What makes me . . . me?’ is full of visual treats and surprises. It’s one of those special books that’s written so young children can understand and be delighted by it, while still touching the hearts of the grown-ups who read it to them.”—Laurie Berkner, award-winning and bestselling children’s musical artist and author