Showing posts with label children's stories. Show all posts
Showing posts with label children's stories. Show all posts

Friday, January 16, 2015




This is a lovely book written in two languages (English & Spanish) by Ann Morris. Her writing is inspired by her son, Mikel. Small children will find life lessons here as well as entertainment.  The story takes a young boy on a walk in the park. He and his mother discover a number of things while learning the importance of safety.

Mikel finds that his mother’s instructions are for his own good and he also gets to make a choice of his own.  While exploring the outdoors Mikel spots something that requires some research. He and his mother take a trip to find out what exactly they did see.

Spending time with his Mom, Mikel enjoys the day, is excited to explore, and learns many valuable things on his walk.  The illustrations by Blythe Russo, are pleasant and appealing to children. A fun read for the little ones.

Reviewed by Susan Hornbach, author of children's literature



Author of
Mommy & Mikel Go For a Walk


Ann (Ana) Morris Bio
Ann (Ana for Spanish books) Morris has a deep interest in education.  She knows that children have vivid imaginations and an insatiable love of learning.  Morris developed an interest in writing children’s stories with the intention of recording memorable experiences with young family members sprinkled with memories of her own youth.
As a teacher and as a community worker, Morris has collaborated with and served people from many cultures new to our country, including our Latino friends. She speaks and writes Spanish as well as English.  Her hopes are to encourage children and parents learning to read their native language, as well as to motivate language learners.  She includes a positive adult role model, a curious child and a unique learning experience in each story. 
Ann (Ana) Morris is the author of
·         Mommy and Mikel Go for a Walk/Mikel y Mami dan un paseo
·         Surprise in Auntie’s Garden!/¡Sorpresa en el jardín de la tía!
·         (Awaiting illustration completion) Everything Is Different!/¡Todo es distinto!
She has other works in progress and many other memories yet to record


Purchase Here

Friday, October 3, 2014

Guardian Angel Kids Magazine


October Issue is filled with features, stories, and animals from Down Under. Not only is  this issue educational, but is sure to delight kids with it's photography and beautiful illustrations. For other issues: Click Here

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Lucky's Lick, A Story of a Boy in a Wheelchair


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Juanito  sits in his wheelchair as other children play.  Just a year before Juanito experienced a terrible accident. 

It’s his special day and the anticipation of a party fills him with thoughts of super heroes and friends to help him celebrate. 

His imagination keeps him occupied as his fascination with nature creates entertainment. 

Find out how Juanito’s party, a prayer, a wish, a present and a lick, can bring a young boy’s dream to life. 

This is a wonderful story of a child who never loses faith, who keeps a positive attitude in the face of disappointment, and makes the best of life in spite of what has happened to him.  It’s a story to touch your heart and to show young children that whatever happens in life, they can always have hope. 

The illustrations by Denis Proulx are bright and engaging.  The author Mary Esparza-Vela has truly written a story to inspire and touch the hearts of children.
I give this book five*****stars for colorful illustrations, a fun story, great emotion and a story I think will delight young children.

This book has been reviewed by Susan Hornbach, author of children’s literature.



Purchase Lucky's Lick Here:
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/luckys-lick.htm

http://www.amazon.com/Luckys-Lick-Mary-Esparza-Vela/dp/1616334061/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377376134&sr=1-1&keywords=Lucky's+Lick+by+Mary+Esparza+

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

New Releases from Guardian Angel Publishing Inc.




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BIRDS IN THE FLOWER BASKET Academic Wings      
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/birds-basket.htm
hardcover and softcover
by Mary Jean Kelso, artist Julie Hammond
Three-year-old Abbi is introduced to an interesting event right outside her living room window.  Birds are nesting in the hanging flower basket
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EL BURRO SONRIENTE Spanish Editions                        by Mary Esparza-Vela, artist Mike Motz
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/burro-sonriente.htm
Un pequeño burro se presenta en la casa de un niño y se gana el corazón de todos los miembros de la familia.


GATSBY'S GRAND ADVENTURES
GGA1-300.jpg Book 1 Winslow Homer's "Snap the Whip" Animals & Pets
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/gatsby-snap-the-whip.htm
by Barbara Cairns, artist Eugene Ruble
When Gatsby the art gallery cat explores famous paintings at night, he forgets to jump out before dawn and strange things happen to Winslow Homer's painting.
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JUGGERUM  Littlest Angels                                                        
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/juggerum.htm
by J Aday Kennedy, artist Alex Morris
Peter and Jen devise a plan to capture a fat bullfrog. Humor, bullfrog facts and the thrill of adventure are laced together to create a book reluctant readers and boys will enjoy.
 
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RIDICULOUSLY RIDICULOUS Littlest Angels                              
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/ridiculous.htm
by Susan K Tucker, artist Jack Foster
Share this fun ridiculous adventure. Imagine yourself far, far away in this wonderful ridiculous book. 
 
  
 
MICHAEL & THE ELF                                               
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/michael-elf.htm
by Kathryn Sullivan, art by Jo Dunningham
Michael likes to pretend. He finds a tiny elf in his parent’s garden who asks him to pretend to fly him home. A witch might stop Michael from pretending, but he learns he must believe in himself.
                                                                                                                                                                                

Tuesday, October 9, 2012



Captain Courage and the Fear–Squishing Shoes
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A third grader finds herself on the first day of school in a new and strange environment.  She has no friends, and is reluctant to make new ones.  Katie silently wishes she could join in, but doesn’t have the courage to do so.  On the playground she is enticed to come and play, but her shyness takes over and disallows her to enjoy herself.  Katie is overwhelmed in the lunch room and finds it difficult to join in with others.  She wants so badly to take part in the show and tell her class is involved in, but fears she will not be able to get up there and express her true talents.

 In this story Katie is surprised by a colorful caring individual who finds it in his heart to show Katie in a most unusual way, that having confidence in one’s self is nothing more than knowing you can do it.  Katie’s dilemma is similar to many children who find themselves in awkward situations.  This is a great book for children who lack confidence in themselves, and also it is a wonderful book for children who don’t understand those who are shy. I think most children could identify with Katie through this story, and see how unique each of them truly are themselves.

In the end Katie does some pretty amusing things and reveals some extraordinary talents.  The art work by Michelle Morse is bright, engaging, and will without a doubt, draw children into the story.  

Stacey A. Marshall, the author of this book, has truly captured the essence of how a child feels when overwhelmed with shyness and new surroundings.  I recommend this book as a learning tool as well as an entertaining read for children and parents.

CAPTAIN COURAGE & THE FEAR-SQUISHING SHOES
Littlest Angels
by Stacey A Marshall, artist Michelle Morse      Purchase this book:
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/captain-courage1.htm
The new girl at school shrivels until a unique superhero swoops in to the rescue, demonstrating specific ways to make self-confidence and courage soar.


This book was reviewed by  Susan Hornbach, Author of children’s literature.
www.susanhornbach.com

Friday, October 5, 2012



Blue Paint

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John, the house painter, is working hard in order to make some money to buy something he has been dreaming about.  He encounters dishonesty, and deception during his day of earning an honest living. John is disappointed, and doesn’t realize at first that he has the power to serve up some just deserts!   I feel this book, “Blue Paint”, would be a very special read for children, as it sends an important message of how they can cleverly show those who are ill willed and perform hurtful acts, that good over evil, can prevail, and also that there are ways of dealing with those who are dishonest without resorting to violence.  The book is fun, it takes a few twists and turns, and the colorful, expressive art work illustrated By Bonnie Everett Hawkes, pops from the page.

I think children will find this book clever, and amusing.  Liam Maher, the author of Blue Paint, has also written a number of other books for children; I feel, all equally compelling in a child’s eye. Check out his other books on Amazon. You’ll be glad you did.

This book was reviewed by Susan Hornbach, author of Children’s literature.
                                                        To purchase this book click here: http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/blue-paint.htm

John shares his story of a painting job he had as a young man and the grumpy little man who came by to trick him out of fifty dollars.
 

Tuesday, October 2, 2012


New Releases from:
Guardian Angel Publishing Inc.

Give a child a book today; make them thirsty for knowledge tomorrow

BENJAMIN JAY WAS A BULLY
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by Emma Glover, artist KC Snider
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/benjamin-bully.htm
When the fledglings of Bird Garden extend their wings in friendship to Benjamin Jay, he must choose – the dove’s way or the bully’s path?

BLUE PAINT
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by Liam Maher, artist Bonnie Everett-Hawkes
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/blue-paint.htm
John shares his story of a painting job he had as a young man and the grumpy little man who came by to trick him out of fifty dollars.


CAMILLE'S JOURNEY MASTER & MUSICAL SCORES 
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by Dixie Phillips, Sharon Phillips, Lucy Robbins, Leslie Troyer
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/camille.htm
Spend your Christmas with Camille, an orphaned camel, as she leads three zany wise men and their bossy camels to the newborn King in Bethlehem. A Christmas musical-includes play, lyrics and musical scores.


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CAPTAIN COURAGE & THE FEAR-SQUISHING SHOES
Littlest Angels      by Stacey A Marshall, artist Michelle Morse
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/captain-courage1.htm
The new girl at school shrivels until a unique superhero swoops in to the rescue, demonstrating specific ways to make self-confidence and courage soar.



JFT300.jpgJUST FOR TODAY                                             
Littlest Angels
by Kevin McNamee, artist Marina Movshina
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/just-today.htm
You’ll love this gentle rhyming picture book about spending quality time with kids. All that’s needed is a little time, a lot of imagination and plenty of love.   


LIBA300.jpgLITTLE ISAAC'S BIG ADVENTURE 
Littlest Angels
by Tracy Helixon, artist Jack Foster
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/little-isaac.htm
What if you could swing so high that you landed on a cloud and traveled through the sky? Isaac did!  Join him on this adventure.


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Academic Wings
by Kelly Bakshi
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/columbus.htm
Columbus convinced royals to fund his voyage; he forged new water routes and introduced Europe to a new world. He also lied to his crew, murdered and enslaved Native Americans, and never realized where in the world he actually was.


OFC300.jpgONE FAMILY'S CHRISTMAS hardcover edition      
Academic Wings
by Mary Jean Kelso, artist KC Snider
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/one-familys-christmas.htm
After a family's star for their Christmas tree is destroyed they resurrect the treetop angel carried across The Oregon Trail by a young pioneer and bring the story of The Christmas Angel full circle.


TSWI-TSOOP300.jpgTHE SKIN WE'RE IN: TSOOP series Book 6     
Academic Wings
by Bill Kirk, artist Eugene Ruble
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/skin-tsoop.htm
An anatomical rhyme which describes all the names  and uses of the different tissues in the skin, including factoids and extra educational pages.


TTOM300.jpgTHE TOWN OF MASQUERADE     
Littlest Angels
by John Gayle, artist KC Snider
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/masquerade.htm
Explore an unusual town full of colorful expressions and childlike charm where two friends realize that the perfect mask might be easier to make than expected.


Lynda S. Burch, Publisher
Guardian Angel Publishing
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com
http://www.guardian-angel-kids.com
http://guardianangelfamily.blogspot.com/