Author: Jennifer Weil Publisher:Robbie Dean Press Illustrators: Laurie Palmer and Jennifer Weil ISBN: 1-889743-47-X No. of Pages: 32 Index: No Table of Contents: No Binding: Hardcover Last Update: New Publication Volume Discounts: Yes, call to inquire Shipping Time: 2-5 Days
This is a book for five to nine year-olds. It addresses their fears and
helps them see how to overcome them. And it manages to help children by
using rhyme; it is somewhat like an illustrated poem for children. As one
teacher who read a manuscript of the work says: " The rhythm and rhyme give
it a familiar "Dr. Seuss" feeling. It treats an important issue for children
in a way that is appropriate for children and easy for them to understand.
Outstanding!"
Ms. Brown continues:
It makes an important point without sounding too preachy or teachy, which
isn't always easy to do...It is good for prediction, too. I found myself
wondering what the big lump was going to turn out to be ( I thought it was
fear, which I guess was close). I will see if my kids will guess it. I think
it will also lend itself well to further discussion "lumps" each of us carries around with us?
Third Grade Teacher
The reaction from her students?
"It was really cute; I liked it."
Kaylee, age 8
"The book is excellent."
Jalen, age 9
"I think she will become a really good author."
John, age 8
Now, John is a good predictor of success. He just did not know it. The
author has written several works; however, it is this one that she is
focusing mainly for children to help them cope with a real issue for
children.
About
The Author
Jennifer Weil writes in Michigan and Costa Rica. Her published work includes poetry, plays, short stories, ghost-written material, and children's books. She is now working on publishing her novels. A union actress with film, television, and numerous theatre credits, she is also the founding producer/writer/director of Acts of God®, a church-based performance group that presents accessible interpretations of scripture, often offbeat and sometimes challenging. Ms. Weil enjoys drawing, painting, swimming, and making greeting cards. Born and raised in California, she now feels at home in many places.
About
The Artist
Laurie Palmer is a Sonoma County artist whose work is in private
collections. Originally from Placerville, California, Laurie studied art at
the University of California, Davis, and then received her secondary
teaching credential from U. C., Berkeley. An acclaimed textile and mixed
media artist, she combines paint and recycled materials to explore her wild,
funny, and interior self. Ms. Palmer is also a Feldenkrais® practitioner and
teaches workshops using movement and art expression. She and her husband
live in Santa Rosa, California. This is her first book.
