A Children’s Book That’s Turning
Into a Literacy Movement
— “There’s A Moth In Daddy’s Coffee” —
Helping children fall in love with reading—one classroom at a time through an engaging, interactive children’s literacy book.
A portion of the proceeds from every purchase is donated to the Myra Boccardi Desroches Advancing Young Minds Fund
— managed by Main Street Community Foundation in Bristol, Connecticut.
Find the Moth. Find the Joy of Reading.
• Hidden moth on every page
• Turns reading into interaction
• Keeps kids engaged longer
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Meet Matthew, a rambunctious 7-year-old who loves to sing, dance, and be silly! In this first book in the series, a mysterious visitor flies in and lands right in daddy’s coffee! How will dad react? What will happen to the moth? Young readers will eagerly turn the pages to learn more – and to find the hidden moth on every page!
Meet Matthew, a rambunctious 7-year-old who loves to sing, dance, and be silly! In this first book in the series, a mysterious visitor flies in and lands right in daddy’s coffee! How will dad react? What will happen to the moth? Young readers will eagerly turn the pages to learn more – and to find the hidden moth on every page!
Put a Book in a Classroom
This isn’t just a story—it’s one of those classroom reading books that helps children engage, explore, and build confidence. Perfect for classrooms and early readers, each book is designed to spark curiosity and support early literacy development.
Every $10 places a book directly into a classroom.
Contact Michael directly for a classroom order.
About The Author
Michael Desroches writes with a deep belief that every child deserves the chance to fall in love with reading.
Inspired by his late wife, Myra—a teacher who dedicated her life to her students—Michael brings that same passion into every page. Her belief in children, in curiosity, and in the power of a single story continues to shape this work.
There’s a Moth in Daddy’s Coffee began as a simple, joyful idea—something to make his son laugh and capture the magic of childhood. But it quickly became something more.
A way to honor a legacy.
A way to spark curiosity.
A way to help other children discover the joy of reading.
Watch the video above to hear how one small, unexpected moment—a moth—became the beginning of something much bigger.
The Story Behind the Book
This book exists because of a teacher who believed something simple—but powerful:
Every child deserves the chance to fall in love with reading. She saw potential where others might have missed it. She understood that confidence starts early, and that one small moment—one story, one spark of curiosity—can change how a child sees themselves.
There’s a Moth in Daddy’s Coffee was created to carry that belief forward.
This interactive kids’ book with a hidden element keeps children engaged, curious, and coming back to the page. Not just as a story, but as an experience that invites children to slow down, engage, and discover something for themselves.
Because when a child finds joy in reading…it stays with them.
Myra’s family established the Myra Boccardi Desroches Advancing Young Minds Fund in her memory, and a portion of the proceeds from every purchase is donated to advance childhood literacy and young minds holistically.