About
Dawn Babb Prochovnic is the author of over 20 children’s books including Where Does a Pirate Go Potty?, Lucy’s Blooms, and her latest title, Mama’s Home (and Baby Too!). She has devoted her life’s work to initiatives that support literacy and the literary arts, including early literacy enrichment programs, school author visits, writing workshops, and her educational blog. Dawn is the recipient of the Walt Morey Award and the esteemed “Pleasure Reading Award” (her most memorable fifth-grade achievement). She lives in Portland, Oregon with her family and fan-favorites, Pickle the Cat and Sophie the Paddleboarding Pup. Learn more at www.dawnprochovnic.com .
Featured Work
Mama's Home (and Baby Too!)
What happens when a family welcomes home someone tiny and new? Mama’s Home (and Baby Too!) tenderly captures the moment a family changes with the arrival of a new sibling. Told through rhythmic, poetic text, the story follows a brother and sister as they navigate the everyday moments of missing mama—meals, chores, playtime—while preparing for her to come home. But when she returns with a new baby, the story beautifully reflects both the excitement and adjustment that come with welcoming a sibling. This lyrical board book celebrates the enduring bond between parent and child and offers comfort, reassurance, and joy for families experiencing one of childhood’s most meaningful transitions.
Other Works
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Lucy's Blooms
2021
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Where Does a Pirate Go Potty?
2019
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Where Does a Cowgirl Go Potty?
2019
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Oregon Reads Aloud
2016
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Story Time with Signs & Rhymes
2009-2012
Awards and Recognition
- Children's Book Council's Hot Off the Press List, Oct 2026
- Walt Morey Young Readers Literary Legacy Award, Literary Arts, 2023.
- Oregon Library Supporter of the Year, Oregon Library Association, 2015
- Oregon Book Awards Shortlist, Literary Arts, 2011
