Kindness heroes
Everyday courage starts here.
Stories and activities that open conversations about friendship, inclusion, and standing up for others.
Discover kindness resources ↗PRESCHOOL THROUGH HIGH SCHOOLBig adventures.
Big adventures.
Everyday kindness.
Books and classroom resources that help young people build friendships, celebrate differences, and practice kindness—from preschool through high school.
Created by author & former educator Gail Morin
Kindness is
our superpower!
our superpower!
A LITTLE CURIOSITY. A WHOLE LOT OF HEART.
✦ Friendship & inclusion✦ Stories with purpose✦ Classroom connections✦ Family adventures
Find your next adventureOne lovable detective.
One lovable detective.
A world of possibilities.
Choose the journey that fits your family, classroom, or learning community.
Bible time travelers
Big questions. Faith-filled journeys.
Meet Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers—Bible adventures for Christian families, schools, and daycares.
Ask about Bible adventures ↗School & virtual visits
Bring the story to life.
Connect with Gail for author readings and kindness activities made for your learning community.
Plan an author visit ↗Detective Sam on screenThe Magical Adventures
The Magical Adventures
of Detective Sam
Watch the book video, then explore The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam by Gail Morin.
Read. Imagine. Make a difference.
Kindness for every stage.
Find your school level, explore the books, and pair student activities with teacher resources.
Ages 3–6
Preschool & daycare
Point, color, draw, and practice kindness with guided activities for early learners.
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Student activity book
Elementary school
Read, draw, solve, and practice friendship, inclusion, and everyday courage.
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Grades 6–8
Middle school
Explore friendships, group chats, and standing up safely through scenarios and reflection.
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Grades 9–12
High school
Explore digital life, relationships, peer pressure, accountability, and asking for help.
Request book details ↗More stories. More ways to explore.
Meet the rest of the bookshelf.
Storybooks, coloring, and faith-based activities from Gail’s supplied book catalogue.
Storybook
The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam
The original Detective Sam story, introducing a magical adventure about kindness and responding to bullying.
View on Amazon ↗Coloring book
The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam Coloring Book
Color alongside Detective Sam and explore his world through a creative companion book.
Ask about this book ↗Christian activities
Detective Sam and the Bible Time Travelers Activity Book
A separate faith-based activity-book option for Christian families, schools, and groups.
Ask about this book ↗More from Gail
The Adventures of Super Alert Dog
Discover another children’s adventure from Gail Morin’s book collection.
Ask about this book ↗Kindness Heroes materials focus on kindness and anti-bullying. Bible Time Travelers is a separate faith-based option.
FOR SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES & EDUCATION RETAILERS
Bring kindness to your shelves.
Books will be available for wholesale ordering through IngramSpark beginning January 2027.
Request wholesale information ↗Support for the people who teachTeacher resources.
Teacher resources.
Meaningful conversations.
Teacher resource books for every level: daycare and preschool, elementary, middle school, and high school. Pair student activities with resources for educators, counselors, and homeschool families.
Teacher resources
Daycare & preschool teacher guide
For educators of children ages 3–6. Includes 20 matched lessons and 20 classroom tools.
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Teacher resources
Elementary educator resource book
A classroom companion for everyday courage, supporting kindness and anti-bullying conversations.
Explore this resource ↗Grades 6–8 · Teacher guide
Middle school teacher resource guide
Teacher resources to accompany middle school kindness and anti-bullying work. Ask about the guide, classroom use, and pairing it with the student activity book.
Explore this resource ↗Grades 9–12 · Teacher guide
High school teacher resource guide
Teacher resources for high school kindness and anti-bullying learning. Ask Gail about educator materials, student workbooks, and use in your school or homeschool setting.
Explore this resource ↗Browse more Detective Sam books on the original website ↗
Discuss resources for your school ↗
Student books and teacher resource books span all four levels. Wholesale availability through IngramSpark begins January 2027; contact Gail for current title and ordering details.
Meet Gail MorinAn educator’s heart.
An educator’s heart.
A storyteller’s imagination.
Gail Morin is an author and former teacher with experience in Catholic schools, public schools, and early childhood education. Her Detective Sam stories bring together imagination, curiosity, and meaningful conversations.
From kindness resources for classrooms to faith-based adventures for Christian families, Gail creates opportunities for children to learn through story.
Follow Gail & Sam @superalertdog ↗For schools, daycares & homeschool groupsDetective Sam visits.
Detective Sam visits.
Stories that connect.
Ask about an author reading, kindness activities, or resources for your classroom. Virtual visits and local visits beginning May 2027 are open for inquiries.
Inquire about a visit ↗Let’s find your perfect fit.
- Preschool & daycare story experiences
- Elementary kindness & anti-bullying activities
- Middle & high school student and teacher resources
- Teacher & homeschool resources
- Faith-based options for Christian groups
Local inquiries: Virginia, Washington, DC & West Virginia.
Dates, pricing, and travel confirmed individually.
Is the kindness program suitable for public schools?
The Kindness Heroes program focuses on kindness, friendship, inclusion, and anti-bullying. Bible Time Travelers is a separate faith-based option. Ask Gail which materials best fit your setting.
How do I request a visit or classroom information?
Select “Inquire about a visit” to open a prepared email. Include your location, students’ ages, preferred dates, and whether you want a virtual or in-person visit. You can also email gail@detectivesamadventures.com.
Can I ask about school or bulk book orders?
Books will be available for wholesale ordering through IngramSpark beginning January 2027. Email Gail with your school level, titles, and quantities to request information.
Play. Imagine. Be kind.
Welcome, little detectives!
A little fun, a little curiosity, and a new way to practice kindness. Play together with a grown-up!
An interactive clue-finding game
Detective Sam’s Kindness Quest
Three places. Three little mysteries. Help Sam find the clues and collect kindness badges!
Tap a picture to search for the clue.
Your kindness mission
Ready for your next good deed? Sam has a mission just for you.
Invite someone to join your game today.
Sam’s matching game
Turn over two cards. Can you find all three matching pairs?
Find 3 matching pairs!
Imagine an adventure
Grab some paper and crayons. Draw your story, or tell it to a grown-up.
Sam finds a mysterious paw print at the playground. Who needs his help?
Share your adventure with Sam ↗These activities run in your browser. There are no accounts or score submissions.
For fans, families & school classroomsDetective Sam’s
Detective Sam’s
Free Fan Club
Free to join! 🐾
Have a favorite Sam adventure, a kindness story, a classroom letter, or a drawing to share? Children, families, teachers, and schools are invited to write to Detective Sam!
A little mail. A big adventure.
Fan club keepsakes include:
- A 5 × 7 Detective Sam photo
- A letter from Detective Sam
- A paw print keepsake 🐾
Teachers: bring a little detective magic to your classroom with class letters, artwork, and stories about everyday kindness. Contact Gail about classroom participation and receiving fan club keepsakes.
Join the free Fan Club ↗Parents, guardians, and teachers: please help children write and send their letters. Contact Gail privately to arrange return mailing details and ask about availability.
Dear Detective Sam…
“My kindness superpower is…”
“Our classroom showed kindness when…”
“Here’s a mystery I imagined…”
Schools & children can write!
Detective Sam Fan Club2872 Farzi Cir
Locust Grove, VA 22508
Send a letter, a picture, or a classroom kindness story. Little detectives, ask a grown-up or teacher to help you prepare and mail it.
Fetch you later! ♡Ready, little detectives?
Let’s make a difference.
Find your next adventure ↗Stories worth sharing
Media & Press
Meet author and former educator Gail Morin, explore her books and school programs, and get materials for your next story or interview.
Let’s talk kindness, books & learning.
Gail welcomes podcast, radio, print, and online interview requests about children’s storytelling, kindness and anti-bullying resources, school and homeschool programs, and her journey from educator to author.
Request an interview ↗Request a meeting time ↗Your media kit, ready to download.
A four-page PDF with Gail’s biography, the book and resource collection, school programs, interview topics, fan club information, contact links, and a spotlight on her storybooks, coloring book, and Bible activity book.
Download media kit · PDF ↓
StoryTime Pup meets Detective Sam.
Watch the StoryTime Pup reading of The Magical Adventures of Detective Sam and discover Gail’s kindness-themed storytelling.
Watch the book reading ▶Authors · Entertainers · Educators · CreativesLet’s create something
Let’s create something
meaningful together.
Have an idea that brings people together through stories, imagination, or kindness? Gail Morin would love to hear it.
Gail welcomes collaboration inquiries from fellow authors, entertainers, educators, storytellers, and creative organizations. From shared readings and guest appearances to family events and kindness-focused projects, there are many ways to bring a little Detective Sam magic to your community.
Share a story
Authors & storytellers
Explore joint readings, author conversations, book events, and creative storytelling ideas.
Bring the fun
Entertainers & performers
Connect about family-friendly guest appearances, community events, and imaginative experiences.
Make a difference
Educators & organizations
Share ideas for kindness activities, school collaborations, and projects that encourage inclusion.
Tell Gail a little about yourself, your audience, and what you have in mind. Each collaboration is discussed individually.
Plan a conversation with Gail.
Ask about books, classroom resources, school programs, interviews, or a partnership. Select a preferred date and time below; Gail will reply to confirm. Dates are request options, not live availability.
Trouble with the calendar? Open the meeting request form ↗ or email gail@detectivesamadventures.com.