Cody Knows

Welcome Karen Sue, Linda, and Candace

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/cody.htm

Cody Knows, written by Karen Sue Wiesner, with Linda Derkez, is an intricate detailed picture book with few words that depict the life of a small toddler boy named Cody. The book is displayed for very young children, and takes a child through a day of waking, bathing, eating, romping, exploring, visiting, playing, and pretty much getting into everything this rambunctious happy toddler can dig his little curious self into.

 His Mom is on the go from morning till night doing her best to keep up with her baby. Cody likes books, his dad, his Grandma, yummy food, and finds comfort at the end of the day in his Mom’s lap.

 I think this book will hold the attention of small children ages 2 to 4 years of age, and would be a great book for 5 year olds to read along with a parent.  I recommend Cody Knows for anyone looking for a book to cuddle up with at the end of the day, or any time when you and your little bombardier need a break!  I give it ***** for an all around story and art experience for little tikes.

Illustrations of Cody knows:  Candace J. Hardy 

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

http://Bagfullofbooks4kids.blogspot.com   www.susanhornbach.com

If you would like to purchase this book, click the link below:

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/cody.htm

Cody Knows follows the imagination and adventures of a single day in the life of an Indiana Jones-wanna-be toddler.

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“This story follows one day in the life of little Cody. It begins at daybreak and ends

at bedtime. Most any child will be able to relate with the story of Cody—a wonderful

picture book for preschoolers. Simple words to follow and short sentences per

page so your child can read along with you. The illustrations are bright and

colorful...”~Huntress Reviews

Suggested age range for readers: Toddler - 5

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Karen Sue Wiesner is the children’s book pen name of Karen Wiesner. When asked why this award-winning, multi genre author ventured into children’s books, Karen says, “For the reason I think most authors write children’s stories: My son Cody is an avid lover of books, like his parents. I wrote this book for him when he was just a baby, wanting to share what a unique, special child he is. Cody looks at the world in an unusual way that I hope will captivate others as much as it has my husband and I. Candy’s illustrations really bring out the single day of adventure we go through living with our son.” Karen is an accomplished author with 90 books published in the past 14 years, which have been nominated for and/or won 123 awards, and has 16 more titles under contract.

http://www.karenwiesner.com http://www.angelfire.com/stars4/kswiesner/childrensbooks.html

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Candace J. Hardy lives in Northwest Ohio with her husband, three children, a Dalmatian, two rabbits, and a pigeon (with whom she shares her studio). Although she has studied oil and pastels privately, she currently renders digitally and in colored pencil. She taught elementary education, hearing impaired children, and later home-schooled her own children, leaving writing and illustrating to be kept “on a back burner”.

Littlest

Welcome to a Review of:

 

 

Chip is a dreadfully selfish little bear who can’t find it in his heart to share any of his toys with his cousin Dorcas; who comes with their grandmother to visit Chip and his Mom.  Chip is instructed to play with Dorcas and share his things, but Chip’s Idea of fun is to insult Dorcas’ name, talk back to his mother, and torment his cousin by sharing nothing with her.

Dorcas is shy and timid, and gives Chip the benefit of the doubt at each attempt to play with one of his toys.  After much consideration and patients, Dorcas decides she is fed up with Chip’s nonsense, and selfishness.  Chip keeps telling her how they have to share, but all the while he is sharing nothing with her.

Finally, Dorcas tells Chip she will share what she secretly carries in her pocket. His greedy little self agrees to take it without giving anything in return.  After her gift to Chip, he is hopping and crying like the outsmarted bully that he is.  His Mom and Grandma feel Dorcas has served him his just deserts.

In the end Chip realizes that what you give, is what you get back, but sometimes worse.  Chip then sees Dorcas in a new light, and they begin to work on a friendship. This is a wonderful book for children who have a hard time sharing.  It also has a life lesson for children; that no matter how timid a child is, they have the strength within themselves to combat anyone who is unkind to them.

I think this book written by Linda Derkez, and illustrated by Phoebe Doehring, will empower children who are timid, and bring enlightenment to those children who are a bit unkind to their playmates.  I felt this book was entertaining, as well as a lesson in social skills for children.  The pictures are colorful, cute, and in my opinion, will hold the attention of any small child.  For me, this books earns ***** for content, life lessons, and art.

This book was reviewed by Susan Hornbach, author of children’s literature

http://Bagfullofbooks4kids.blogspot.com   www.susanhornbach.com

If you would like to purchase this book,  click the link below:

 http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/chip.htm

Cousin Dorcas is visiting today and Chip's mother tells him he must share his toys because it's kind and nice and fair to share. Shy Dorcas picks up one toy after the other, only to have that rascal Chip remind her that they have to share and take turns playing with his toys. Finally, Dorcas decides to be kind and nice and fair by sharing something with Chip that he might not actually want! Chip finds himself reluctantly admiring his cousin for beating him at his own game.

ABC’s of Health and Safety

Welcome Melissa and Alexander

ABC’s of Health and Safety, written by Melissa Abramovitz, and illustrated by Alexander Morris, is a multifaceted book for which children will learn more than just their ABC’s, not to imply that, that would not be enough to expect from a child’s colorful book.  But, this whimsical picture book also covers many subjects in the world of health, safety, exercise, and happiness.  Each page explains to children the importance of keeping themselves healthy and safe, and how to do it.

As each page turns, a new letter from the alphabet appears with a wonderful illustration of a child who is performing an act that pertains to what a child needs to do, to stay healthy and safe.  It illustrates what they should eat, how to be safe while swimming, Kitchen safety, and the list goes on and on, for each letter of the alphabet throughout the book.   Children will be amused by the active pictures while they are learning important life safety and healthy habits.

ABC’s of Health and Safety could be an important learning aid for teachers of beginning grades. This book could be incorporated into a teacher’s curriculum, as the book holds a wealth of information for safety and health education.  Parents will also find this most informative book for the health and safety of their children useful. Most of all children will love to read this colorful book again and again, as it is first and foremost, a fun book to read!  ABC’s of Health and Safety deserves ***** for imagination, great illustrations, and exceptional informative content.

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

http://Bagfullofbooks4kids.blogspot.com   www.susanhornbach.com

If you would like to purchase this book, click the link below:

ABC's OF HEALTH and SAFETY
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/Health-safety.htm


About the author:
During her 25+ years as a freelance writer, Melissa Abramovitz has published hundreds of magazine articles for all age groups, from preschoolers through adults, along with more than 30 educational series books for children and teens. She has also published poetry and short stories for children, an adult novella, and is the author of A Treasure Trove of Opportunity: How to Write and Sell Articles for Children's Magazines for writers. Of all the varied types of writing she does, putting together rhyming picture books is her absolute favorite! In addition to the newly released ABC's of Health and Safety, Guardian Angel will be publishing her picture book, Helping Herbie Hedgehog, in the future. Melissa holds a degree in psychology from the University of California, San Diego.

About the illustrator:
Alex Morris graduated from the Illinois Institute of Art—Schaumburg with a Bachelor’s in Media
Arts & Animation. Since middle school he knew he wanted to be an artist, spending time drawing
monsters, evil clowns, and any other twisted malform he could conjure. In college he discovered
the “gentler” side of his imagination and started drawing cartoon characters. Look for more of his
illustrated books from Guardian Angel Publishing.
Visit Alex at www.alexrmorris.com
Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.
Saint Louis, MO 63128 USA

Melissa Abramovitz is a versatile writer who enjoys writing for all age groups, from preschoolers through adults. While she specializes in nonfiction magazine articles and educational books on health topics, she also writes on a variety of other topics, including science, nature, and history. She has published some fiction and poetry as well, and has written five rhyming children's picture books.

Her new book for writers, A Treasure Trove of Opportunity: How to Write and Sell Articles for Children's Magazines, was released by E and E Publishing in February 2012, and her children's picture book, ABC's of Health and Safety was released by Guardian Angel Publishing in June 2012. Helping Herbie Hedgehog is under contract with Guardian Angel Publishing. 

Check out Melissa's Amazon Author Page at www.amazon.com/Melissa-Abramovitz/e/B001HOWGMI for a listing of books. She is a member of SCBWI and The Working Writers Club.

Melissa Abramovitz is a versatile writer who enjoys writing for all age groups, from preschoolers through adults. While she specializes in nonfiction magazine articles and educational books on health topics, she also writes on a variety of other topics, including science, nature, and history. She has published some fiction and poetry as well, and has written five rhyming children's picture books.

Her new book for writers, A Treasure Trove of Opportunity: How to Write and Sell Articles for Children's Magazines, was released by E and E Publishing in February 2012, and her children's picture book, ABC's of Health and Safety was released by Guardian Angel Publishing in June 2012. Helping Herbie Hedgehog is under contract with Guardian Angel Publishing. 

Check out Melissa's Amazon Author Page at www.amazon.com/Melissa-Abramovitz/e/B001HOWGMI for a listing of books. She is a member of SCBWI and The Working Writers Club.

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Children’s E-zine Guardian Angel Kids: Adoption – July 2012 Issue

Welcome to the July 2012 issue of Guardian Angel Kids Ezine (GAK). This month, GAK is all about a different family experience – adoption, where through a legal process, a person becomes a member of a family different from their birth family. Please enjoy all the fun and informative features in this month’s issue and please feel free to share the GAK link www.guardian-angel-kids.com with your friends – and family, too, of course!  

Letter from the POETRY EDITOR:  Donna J. Shepherd    

Featured BookS:

One Nutty Family by James Byers and illustrated by Kevin Collier
Curley the Crooked Christmas Tree by Rodger Pritchett and Mike Webb and illustrated by Jamie Holmes 

Children’S poetry, ACTIVITIES, SHORT STORIES, and articleS: 
 
“The Same Difference,” poetry by Shari L. Klase – Our differences unites us.  
 
“The Chain of Hearts,” by Susan Harris Sanders and illustrated by Nancy Miller – Adoption is a new beginning.  

“The Duck Family Reunion,” by Suzanne Purvis and illustrated by Jack Foster – A young bullfrog discovers he is right where he belongs.

 
“A Basketful of Eggs,” by Shari L. Klase – How birds play a role in adoption of a different sort. 
“Teaching Children about Adoption,” by Kathy Stemke – how teaching children about adoption and altering certain activities includes all types of families.

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Welcome 

Today I have posted a review written for Linda Derkez, and David Fielding’s new book:

    One Large Peanut Butter Sandwich to Go

 

A new Release from Guardian Angel Publishing

This is an ever moving story about a boy named Scotty who likes to eat his food while walking around the house.  His Mother is easy going and would rather not say no to Scotty, but also is concerned about the crumbs he drops as he travels around with his food. 

Scotty’s Mom uses her imagination, to peak Scotty’s imagination. The two of them come to a solution based solely on Scotty’s decision through his imaginary experiences. In the end, Scotty finds the perfect place to eat his food.

Scotty imagines himself outside with his very large peanut butter sandwich.  He meets a mailman, a neighbor, a hairy dog, a grandma, a gentle man in a hat, and many other people who all have the same thing in common; they are hungry!

The pictures in this book are vividly enticing. They jump off the page and grab attention. I think any child would be thrilled to read these pages written by Linda Derkez, and gaze upon the artwork of David Fielding; over and over again. This book could very well become a favorite in a child’s library.

I give this book ***** for color, and ***** for story content.  The mother in this story found a way to heighten her child’s reasoning without being cross or negative; a lesson to be learned for sure.

This book was reviewed by Susan Hornbach, author of children’s literature. http://Bagfullofbooks4kids.blogspot.com  www.susanhornbach.com 

I hope you will leave a comment for Linda and David. 

To purchase this book you may click the link below:

ONE LARGE PEANUT BUTTER SANDWICH TO GO
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/peanut-butter.htm

About the Author

Linda Derkez has always enjoyed writing, especially journaling. The mother of three, she began writing children's stories that would reinforce lessons or values she wanted her children to learn. Linda is the author of two previously published children’s books, including: Caleb's Missing Whisper & Other Stories and Chip's Sharing Day. Linda also co-authored Cody Knows with award-winning author (and sister) Karen Wiesner. Linda also enjoys writing children's stories with her husband and her brother-in-law, David Fielding, who illustrated One Large Peanut Butter Sandwich to Go.

New Children's Books! Just Released!

 JUNE 2012 RELEASES from Guardian Angel Publishing

I AM ME
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/i-am-me.htm

LILLY LOLLER'S ALWAYS LATE
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/lilly-loller.htm

ANGEL DONOR
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/angel-donor.htm

ABC's OF HEALTH and SAFETY
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/Health-safety.htm

WHISTLING DIXIE
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/whistling-dixie.htm

THE PLUMBER AND THE WISHING WELL
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/plumber-wishing-well.htm

THE FIRST AMERICANS
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/first-americans.htm

ONE LARGE PEANUT BUTTER SANDWICH TO GO
www.guardianangelpublishing.com/peanut-butter.htm

Lynda S. Burch, Publisher
Guardian Angel Publishing
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http://www.guardian-angel-kids.com
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 Welcome Jo Linsdell

 Today I have posted a blog spot for Jo Linsdell as part of her three month blog tour.  She is an author, writer and illustrator of children's literature.  Her new book, "Out and About at the Zoo" has been receiving wonderful reviews. Listed below are several of them that describe an enchanting trip to the zoo, and illustrations that are sure to please children. 

I'm sure you will enjoy reading her fun filled reviews of this delightful story of rhyme and colorful animals from the zoo.  Feel free to leave a comment, and anyone who wishes to host Jo Linsdell on their blog; her contact information is below.  I wish you great success with your new book Jo, and would like to say that the characters on the cover of Out and About at the Zoo are simply precious. 

Out and About at the Zoo

Written and illustrated by Jo Linsdell 

Rhyming text and Colorful pictures accompany this fun day out discovering different animals at the zoo.

About the author:

 

Jo Linsdell is a freelance writer, author and illustrator. Originally from the UK , she now lives in Rome, Italy with her husband and their two young sons.

Author Website  www.JoLinsdell.com

Release Date: 1st June 2012

Product details:

ISBN/EAN13: 1477446591 / 9781477446591

Page Count: 32

Binding Type: US Trade Paper

Trim Size: 6" x 9"

Language: English

Colour: Full Colour with Bleed

Related Categories: Juvenile Fiction / Stories in Verse

Purchasing links:

Amazon.com

Amazon.co.uk

Amazon.it

CreateSpace.com

Contact details:

Email: webmaster@jolinsdell.com

Read Jo Linsdell's Reviews:

  

5 Stars *****

"Its all Happening at the Zoo!

I review many books. When I see a children's picture book, I tend to savor the artistic way the writer and the artist tend to mesh. Sometimes its the blending that makes a simple child's book something really worth reading.

Out and About at the Zoo is a combination of the artist and the writer being the same person Jo Linsdell. She crafted a very cute and adorable children's volume. This simple children's book with bright colors of animals from the zoo is crisp in it poetic delivery. The art sparkles in its simple characters of the zoo animals.

Ms Linsdell seems to know her target audience and gives them a bright a images for them to enjoy. These young children will delight in this books rhythms that come from its verses and art. It is a good book to give for those young and young at heart".

By Bennet Pomerantz

5 Stars *****

"This is a fun, short book for the grandkids! If you love reading to your children or grandchildren, this book will become a family favorite quite fast. The simple wording and bright interaction of characters makes it easy for very young readers and exciting for toddlers still listening.

Jo puts some serious thought into toddler reactions and includes those in the book. My favorite part was the last page, because my toddlers decided immediately that we needed to take a trip to the Denver Zoo. "Yay!!! I get to see the elephants!" (Okay, that part was ME not them. But they get to go too.)"

By Jan Verhoeff

5 Stars *****

"Out and About at the Zoo by Jo Linsdell is a delightful story set in rhyme about a boy and his mum. The two spend the day at the zoo and meet many animals along the way. Your child will enjoy reading this book time and time again. The colorful illustrations make this book a joy to read. Pick up a copy of this book and share a day at the zoo memory with your little one".

By Kate Mueller, Author of Bella's Birthday Surprise

5 Stars *****

 "Out And About At The Zoo is a cute book that describes a child's memory filled trip to the zoo. Are you heading to the zoo and you would like to tell your kids what animals they will see there and what they might be doing? Then Out And About At The Zoo would be a great choice. Easy to understand and easy for children to read along with. It is filled with simple yet colorful pictures that even held my one year old's attention!

Would also make a good gift for young readers who are just beginning to read!"

By Virginia L. Jennings

5 Stars *****

 "What is your favorite animal to see at the zoo?  Author and illustrator Jo Linsdell both describes and pictures a fun day at the zoo that a young lad has with his mum.  They get to look at colorful parrots, tall giraffes, screaming monkeys, meat-eating lions and tigers, striped zebras, scary crocodiles with big teeth, hopping kangaroos, bathing hippos, and huge elephants.   But how does the boy feel when it’s time to go home?   How would you feel?

Children love to visit the zoo.  Our two boys certainly did when they were little, and we still do even today.  Jo Linsdell is a freelance writer and artist who is originally from the United Kingdom but now lives in Rome, Italy, with her husband and their two young sons.  The rhyming text and colorful pictures in Out and About at the Zoo not only make a truly fun story for children to read or have read to them and imagine what it’s like, but will also help to familiarize them with the different kinds of creatures that they will discover at the zoo when they do go."

By Wayne Walker, Home School Book Review

5 Stars *****

 "I have always been told that if you are going to write a rhyming picture book you had better make sure the entire thing rhymes. An author named Verla Kay has many picture books written only in rhyme. Her rhymes are excellent and I use her as a standard for good rhyming. She would enjoy this book!

Jo Linsdell has written a picture book with pictures that are so adorable you want to hug each animal in the book. Both the pictures and the text bring a child's wonder and excitement during a day at the zoo to the reader. The illustrations leap off the page and the animals are so inviting. Each one has a smile and the text tells children what each one does. I think this would be a great bedtime story for any child or a good introduction to a day at the zoo. As a primary teacher, I recommend this highly for a beginning reader. After a few readings the child will be able to read many of the words."

By Barbara Ehrentreu 

5 Stars *****

 "Jo has chosen a palette of bright flat colours such as young children love for her first picture book, “Out and About at the Zoo”, which she wrote with her small son acting as honorary head of her children’s consumer advisory panel.  Her son influenced her story’s creation each step of the way, which has made the whole experience  of making this, their first picture book, very special indeed.

The images of the animals are cheeky and fun and are complemented by the simple narrative with a strong rhyming element. Children love the musicality in rhyme so I can see why her little boy loved this mode of storytelling. I’m sure other children will find it fun too!"

By Jennifer Poulter

5 Stars *****

 Too Cute! Learning Colors, Rhymes and Animals! 

Out and About at the Zoo is such a fun book. I can't wait to read the rhymes in this story to my grandbabies. I know I will be sending them their own copy of this book to read and soak up the colorful pages.

The illustrations are so cute and will definitely grab the child's attention to the bright colors and the zoo animals they are visiting in this darling book.

Here is one of my favorite pages, it teaches the child about the description of the animal and teaches colors in fun rhyming words.

"Zebras with stripes
of black and white
trotted over, much to my delight."
page 14

I see this as not just for a fun read but also for the education of young children.

I highly recommend this book!

I rated this book a 5+ out of 5

By Its Time to Read Mamaw

4 Stars ****

 "I enlisted some help from my daughter who turns three next month to write this review.

After reading "Out and About at the Zoo," to her, I asked if she liked the book. Her response: "I YOVE it." (she can't pronounce "L's" very well yet but you get the drift).

Caitlin has summed up everything you need to know and there's not much more to add to her comment. Jo's book is fun with cleverly rhyming text and is brightly illustrated. Your littlies will love "Out and About at the Zoo."

By Pete Abela

Jo Linsdell

http://writersandauthors.blogspot.com