Aaron & LeAnn Crouse
Aaron and LeAnn Crouse are a mother-and-son writing team whose shared love of family, storytelling, and imagination inspired their debut children’s book, If Elephants Had Wings.
The story began many years ago as a song lovingly sung by Aaron’s grandmother, Polly. What started as a cherished family memory has now been transformed into a beautifully illustrated children’s book designed to inspire young readers and create meaningful moments between generations.
LeAnn Crouse, a longtime professional hairstylist from Galesburg, Illinois, has spent decades building relationships through care, conversation, and compassion. Aaron Crouse, a Texas resident for more than 25 years, works in hospice care and is passionate about supporting families through life’s most meaningful moments.
Together, they have created a heartwarming story that celebrates kindness, imagination, courage, and the unconditional love that connects families. Through If Elephants Had Wings, Aaron and LeAnn hope to bring children and parents together while encouraging every child to dream big and embrace who they are.
If Elephants Had Wings will be released in August 2026 through Wichmann & Co.
If Elephants Had Wings is a heartwarming children’s book inspired by a lullaby that Aaron Crouse’s grandmother, Polly, lovingly sang to him when he was a little boy. What began as a cherished childhood song has now been transformed into a beautifully illustrated story that celebrates imagination, wonder, and the special bond between generations.
Through whimsical rhymes and colorful illustrations, young readers are invited into a world where elephants have wings, butterflies sing lullabies, snails perform songs, and rainbows become slides across the sky. Each page encourages children to dream big, explore their creativity, and see magic in the world around them.
More than just a bedtime story, If Elephants Had Wings is a tribute to the memories, love, and traditions that connect families and are passed down from one generation to the next. Inspired by Grandma Polly’s song and brought to life by Aaron and LeAnn Crouse, this enchanting book is sure to become a treasured favorite for children and parents alike.
Perfect for ages 3-8, bedtime reading, family story time, and anyone who believes a little imagination can make the impossible possible.
Publisher: Wichmann & Co, LLC
Format: Hardcover & eBook
Pages: 24
Published: August 15, 2026
Retail Price: $19.99
Wholesale Price (direct): $11.50
Available through: Wichmann & Co, IngramSpark, Amazon, Willa’s Bookstore & Major retailers
ISBN:
Paperback: 979-8-9934623-6-3
eBook: TBD
