Next Door Creations was founded in 2014 by Lauryn Alyssa Wendus, starting with the publication of her first children’s book—Oliver Poons and the Bright Yellow Hat. From that beginning, she envisioned a creative umbrella that could support families, educators, and small businesses with heartfelt resources and meaningful stories.
Today, Next Door Creations serves as both a creative studio and a consulting firm, supporting a variety of projects rooted in early learning, home education, and child development. In addition to Oli Kids Co., other education-centered ventures include:
- A Good Start Reading – A parent-friendly reading program based on proven tutoring methods (also featured as part of the Oli Kids Co. brand)
- Ribbon Star Press – A boutique publishing studio and literary branch of Next Door Creations
- Connected Homeschool – A community-driven hub for homeschool families
- Reading Programs for Kids – A specialized site featuring information on A Good Start Reading and early literacy tools for parents and educators
- Homeschool Books for Sale – A marketplace for educational materials
Each of these projects is part of the larger vision behind Next Door Creations: to empower parents and creators alike with tools that inspire, educate, and connect.