Newest Guardian Angel Publishing Releases

Mrs. Betsy Fieldmouse Borrows an Egg
Animals & Pets
Barbara Bockman
With unexpected help from her neighbors, Mrs. Betsy Fieldmouse gets her own egg back to make Mrs. Tillie Badger’s surprise birthday cake.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/betsy.htm

Pumpkin Pie Surprise, hardcover and softcover
Littlest Angels
Roey Ebert
Pumpkin Pie’s first day at a new school, unknowingly, coincides with the class Halloween party. Follow Pumpkin Pie on his day filled with surprises!
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/pumpkin-pie.htm

The Children Keep Their Promises
Wings of Faith
Rosemary Kuhn
Travel to meet young people from diverse cultures, all working for peace because of a promise made to angels long ago at the birth of Jesus.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/children-promises.htm

The Real Star of Bethlehem - A Children’s Christmas Musical CD
Angelic Harmony
Dixie Phillips, Sharon Phillips, Lucy Robbins, Leslie Trettin
Hearts will be stolen and child “stars” will shine brightly for Jesus when they perform this easy-to-sing-and-stage Christmas musical.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/star-of-bethlehem.htm

New Issue of Guardian Angel Kids eZine

August 2016 Edition
Guardian Angel Kids free monthly eZine
(An online magazine for Kids!)
Inspiring Stories About Animals with Disabilities
SPECIAL FEATURE: A Friend for Freckles by Erin Liles, Illustrations by Alexander Morris
POEM: Whiskers by Pamela Love
FICTION SHORT STORIES:
Bosco, the Deaf Dog by Shari L. Klase
The Crow with a Broken Wing by Natisha Parsons
Yes! for Eddie by Catherine May Webb-
NONFICTION:
Blind Faith, the Story of Stormy the Horse by Carol J. Douglas
Help! My Doggy Has Arthritis by Irene Roth
Brought to you by Guardian Angel Publishing

http://www.guardian-angel-kids.com

Heart-Warming Holiday Story

THE BEST KIND OF STRING is a charming picture book dedicated to the idea that giving is better than receiving.  Children and parents alike will enjoy and appreciate the lovely idea of tying gifts “with love, the best kind of string.”

Realizing that while getting is nice, giving is too, children ponder the best gifts to give.  Ms. Dubbeld aptly explores the lovely idea of giving “heart gifts” instead of just “things” which is a wonderful concept to foster in children and one to which all can relate.

KC Snider’s illustrations are beautifully colorful and vivid and bring the author’s story and characters to life.  Children will see a variety of ethnicities in the illustrations which encourages acceptance across cultures.

This heart-warming picture book celebrates the joy of giving with love and promotes thinking of others. It is perfect for children ages 1-10.

Author information can be found at www.MJDubbeld.com.

Illustrator information is available at www.kcsniderart.com.

** Disclosure:  I received a copy of this book free of charge from the author in exchange for an honest review.  This review consists of my truthful opinions, not influenced in any way by the author or publisher.

New Review to Share

I am excited to share a new review for Little Bug...

Little Bug by Karin Larson Illustrated by Eugene Ruble Little Bug by Karin Larson is a story about a little bug with persistence to spare!  He seeks out a friend, a morsel of food, a drink of water, a place with shade, a place to climb, a puddle to bathe in—you name it.  He doesn’t really find what he’s looking, except for some peace and quiet at the end of the day, but he’s willing to go looking for it all again tomorrow.  Turns out this little guy has patience as well as persistence.  He doesn’t lose it when he’s unsuccessful this time around, he will just keep trying. This is also an excellent story for young readers to learn prepositions, antonyms and expand their vocabulary. I love the zany illustrations by Eugene Ruble.  His style is unique and brings us a truly madcap character.  Little Bug is an excellent read aloud story and highly recommended for early readers (ages 7-10). A terrific book to add to any school, public or private library! Check out the adorable video trailer for Little Bug at:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30Cw9ifmkmg Please note:  I reviewed a free copy of the book in exchange for my honest opinion/review. Thank you, Regan W.H. Macaulay, for your kind words and for taking the time to review Little Bug.   You can learn more about Regan and her books at http://reganwhmacaulay.weebly.com.

A Clever Example of Healthy Living

Title: SLOTH THE LAZY DRAGON

Author: Regan W.H. Macaulay

Illustrator: Alex Zgud

Publisher: Guardian Angel Publishing

Published: May 2016

Hardcover ISBN: 9781616337612

Paperback ISBN: 9781616337629

eBook ISBN: 9781616337636

In SLOTH THE LAZY DRAGON, Regan W. H. Macaulay addresses the importance of diet, exercise and living a healthy lifestyle in a very clever way.    Children will gain a wonderful example of the universal importance of kindness and helping others as well as dedication as Sloth’s transformation takes three years of hard teamwork.

This story shows the evolution of Sloth, an apt name for a fat and weak dragon living in the bowels of a mountain on a mound of gold and jewels, as he transforms into a fit and strong dragon able to have the energy needed to live an active and healthy lifestyle, compliments of the help of a brave dwarf named Radish, also a clever name for one offering lifestyle advice.

Radish offers to help Sloth and does so by presenting him with many new food and exercise options in his quest to aid the dragon in lightening his “girth” in order to fly and live a healthy lifestyle.  Children will enjoy developing an awareness of new healthy food choices as Radish brings Sloth items like nuts, fruits, vegetables, pumpkin, legumes, fish and lean meat.

Ms. Zgud’s beautiful illustrations have a whimsical feel that children will love and really bring to life Sloth’s transformation from a fat and weak (Sloth) dragon into a fit and strong dragon ready to fly and see the world beyond the confines of the mountain.

SLOTH THE LAZY DRAGON is highly recommended for children ages 4-7 and offers a clever way for parents to address the importance of diet, exercise and living a healthy lifestyle and will foster excitement in children to try new and different food items as Sloth did.

Author information can be found at http://reganwhmacaulay.weebly.com

Illustrator information can be found at http://www.tripletake.net/?team=alex-zgud

** Disclosure:  I received a copy of this book free of charge from the author in exchange for an honest review.  This review consists of my truthful opinions, not influenced in any way by the author or publisher.

Read All About It...

Calling all picture book writers!

October 1, 2016 is the date of Picture Book Summit 2016.  Jane Yolen, Matt de la Pena and Paul O. Zelinsky headline...need I say more???

I participated in the 2015 PB Summit and can't wait for 2016.  It is a one day event with interviews, workshops and agent & editor panels.  Replays are available if unable to attend live.

Learn more and/or register at http://picturebooksummit.com.

Independence Day

Happy 4th of July! Thank you to all who have served and those who continue to do so to ensure our safety and freedom in this great land.  You are so very appreciated!

Enjoy your 4th of July festivities and be safe whether traveling or on the home front.