Discover the World of
Shelly the Lightning Bug
And Join the Movement That’s Transforming Hearts Worldwide
Our children are struggling.
Over 20 million kids in the USA face mental health challenges—and that number grows every day.
They’re overwhelmed, anxious, and searching for safety and belonging in a noisy, unpredictable world.
Parents, teachers, and caregivers are asking:
How do we protect their joy?
How do we help them believe in themselves again?
“Every Child Has a Light Inside
—Let’s Help Them Find It.”
Shelly Can Help!
Her stories speak to their hearts.
The BugHub™ Vision
Featuring Rochelle Forrest Hankins
An animated realization of the Shelly Story.
So Who Is Shelly?
She is a curious lightning bug who wonders:
“What are we? And what’s our purpose in life?”
Through her adventures, she teaches the power of kindness and inclusiveness.
What is the Shelly Shines Series?
"Shelly and the Circle of Light" is the heartwarming first book in a series by Rochelle Forrest Hankins teaching children about courage, purpose, and the power of kindness.
It’s an Adventure!
Shelly and the Circle of Light
How to Recognize Your Inner Light: Shelly was a very curious little bug and wonders, “What are we? What is our purpose in life?” She sets out into the forest to find answers, along the way meeting many interesting characters. Shelly learns that everyone has a special place and a job to do, even her!
Shelly and the Circle of Light is the touching story of a young lightning bug looking for her purpose in life. Shelly’s journey speaks of perseverance and determination in a way that is engaging and fun for young readers and those who read to them.
It's a story of bravery.
A little lightning bug loves her family deeply, yet feels called to find her own place in the big, wide world.
It's a story of determination.
Shelly's journey through the forest teaches her to walk through her fears.
It's a story of acceptance.
Along the way, she meets delightful characters, and learns the valuable lesson that every life—no matter how small or diverse—was created to shine its own special light.
It's a story of answers.
She discovers the gift was within her all along—she just needed to take that first brave step!
✨ Shelly and the Circle of Light inspires children to see their inner light, while reminding adults what truly matters.
Listen to Shelly and the Circle of Light
In this video, a young reader brings Shelly’s journey to life as the book’s pages unfold on-screen.
This story is Rochelle's flagship book of her five-volume Shelly Shines Books™ Series.
It is the heart of the growing movement to nurture emotional wellness through imagination, love, and community.
Official BugHub™ Trailer
Meet the cast!
Experience The Official BugHub™ Pilot
—where Shelly and friends shine brighter than ever before.
🎁This holiday season,
give your child (or your classroom)
the gift of light, laughter, and purpose.
ABOUT AUTHOR
Rochelle Forrest Hankins
A passionate and holistic transformation coach, Rochelle Forrest Hankins has spent a lifetime dedicated to helping others heal their lives. She knows from experience how to go from surviving to thriving! Rochelle’s action-oriented approach from the podium is tempered with a unique warmth and empathy you must experience for yourself!
Check Out The Entire Shelly Shines Books™ Series
Stories that do more than entertain—they transform hearts.
Shelly and the Circle of Light
Shelly and the Bee
Shelly and the Pollywog
Shelly Shines Activity Book
