This heart-warming memoir is a collection of letters written by Army medic, George Burks to his parents and little brother, while serving our country during WWII. The letters begin when George is in basic training and end exactly one week before he is killed in the Battle of Luzon (South Pacific Campaign). In addition to George's letters, the little brother he was writing to, shares his thoughts and memories of his brother, of the pain and pride of being a Gold Star family, and of what it was like to grow up during this time in our nation's history...sixty-some years after the fact. Reading "All my love, George..." will transport you back in time; making you feel like you are sitting at the kitchen table sharing the lives of the Burks family in a real and personal way.
Historical Fiction/Coming of Age/Family Drama
Torn between protecting family secrets and striving for freedom, a naive teen on the verge of manhood, sent out of Cuba on the eve of the Bay of Pigs Invasion to retrieve smuggled family jewels comes of age at the height of the sexual revolution in America.
Mason, The Blue Boy Puppy, is about a little girl named Melissa who wanted a puppy for her birthday. Melissa grows up and goes to college, and now her puppy, Mason, is alone and needs a friend.
This book teaches children to be empathetic toward animals. They too have feelings and needs.
Children's adventures can capture the imagination and provide a positive experience and a moral that can inspire them and others to do amazing things. There's a child in all of us and recapturing that sense of wonder can be a truly rewarding experience. In 'The Legend of Wataniki', you will find an enchanting story of how we can be courageous in every situation and enjoy the relationships of those we cherish. 'Eleven year old April Savernack and her three friends stumble across an old book which leads them to the enchanted world of Wataniki. To enable them to return home, they must scour the island in search of the four Vanacles. Avoiding the dreaded Horrorbosk and enlisting the help of the strange but friendly Lavoo, they embark on a series of adventures on the island of Wataniki, a land where imagination and reality collide.'
Jimmy Crikey is the orphaned alien who chose to live on Earth. Bullied mercilessly he ran away to find a place where he could fit in. He found a new home in Roombelow where his inner self was released to blossom into an amazing young man who defends those around him. He now numbers among his friends the four witch guardians of Earth's realms, Lord Oron the Weatherman and Gemma, the little lady he rescued from the bottom of the well but didn't know how she got there. Jimmy overcame the bullies and freed up a strong inner self, afraid of no one. He meets and overcomes every challenge head-on becoming a hero in the process. There is magic, danger, monsters, intergalactic battles, and hazards galore but Jimmy overcomes and grows in confidence with every challenge to become a hero.
The first in a series of soon to become five adventures
A delightful book celebrating bravery and determination, The Day the Sun Didn't Rise is fun for readers of all ages.
When the Sun doesn't rise, the Earth is left in darkness. The Moon and stars continue to shine, but one brave star sets out to find the Sun. Adventure and new friends await as a little girl named Adelia joins Phoebe, the star, on her journey. Together can they find the Sun and bring back the light?
Using simplified language, "Marcus Teaches Us" is an engaging way to introduce children 6-9 yrs to Marcus Garvey the greatest black philosopher of the 20th Century.
Marcus Garvey wanted to unite all Black people under the eyes of God. Born in Jamaica he spread his powerful message of One God, One Aim, One Destiny to people everywhere.
This is a book which introduces Garvey’s philosophy to children. It tells us how Garvey went from being the son of a printer in the countryside of Jamaica to becoming one of the most influential black leaders in the world. This children’s book of Marcus Garvey shows us
It is beautifully illustrated and written in a language children will understand. The many activities and downloads help to remind children of other great Black heroes, heroines and influencers. The book is authored by Eleanor Wint with co-author Annu Stewart, a 9 year old who feels that "by studying his wise teachings, we can solve the problems we face today." Written for kids, "Marcus Teaches Us" that “You too can impact Black History".
As the little tree lay by the side of the road a small boy played in the park next to the tree lot. His name was Christian, and he wore only a thin coat to guard him from the cold winter wind. His shoes were worn and tattered and there was no hat upon his head. He wasn’t in a hurry to go home. You see his father was not working this year and his baby sister was sick. There wasn’t much Christmas cheer to be shared. But he had every faith that God and Santa would come through this year. He knew that his little sister would get well and that his parents would find Christmas in their hearts again. He just knew there was more to Christmas than tinsel and presents. He felt it in his heart.
How can you see a dead person alive after they’re dead? That’s just what you’ll find out in “The Real Ghost”. Thrills. Suspense. Mystery. Quirky and fun! Dead people will never look the same to you again!
A lovely tabby cat named Mary uses her intelligence and instinct�her big cat brain�to sort out what her human parents want her to do, and how to avoid being �naughty.� The story sets up an emotional transition moving from Mary�s anxiety about her own naughty behavior, to the realization that she is greatly loved despite her occasional transgressions. This book was inspired by the author�s cat, Xena, who greatly enriched the lives of her �parents� for fourteen of her eighteen years. She was much loved even though she too was occasionally naughty. From infancy, children will love hearing about Mary and her message of unconditional love, and later, will want to read the story themselves for enjoyment and as a learning tool. There is no better predictor of success in life than literacy and the desire to learn through reading.
"Traveling a hero�s journey, Dinky overcomes bullying, tries to save us all, and gains a unique blue tongue in the process.� -Loralie Pallotta, Preschool Owner for 26 years �Who can resist peeking into Pandora�s box or opening Aeolian�s bag of winds? Although Dinky is permanently affected by another�s wrong choice, he continues to encourage others to do what is right.� -Dale Lopez, Secondary English Teacher �I would read this story to my grandchildren and great grandchildren.� -Evelyn Blocker, author
