"Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him." --Maya Angelou
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A SQUIRREL NAMED LITTLE ROCKET
"There's no such thing as failure when you keep learning and trying." Hazel O'Roden (from the book, A Squirrel Named Little Rocket by O.L. Gilbert)
This universally-appealing and easy to read story, with engaging imagery, will entertain and pique curiosity in young minds while encouraging a love of reading and an appreciation for animals and our natural environment. Young readers will be inspired and encouraged to appreciate their unique strengths and abilities and will learn that, despite obstacles, continued effort can lead to success. For ages 4-9.
Little Rocket and his mother live in the trunk of a black walnut tree in the backyard of a little cottage, where Little Rocket eagerly awaits the fall harvest of black walnuts. Another one of his favorite treats is only twelve feet away from the black walnut tree but seems out of Little Rocket's reach. Even though Little Rocket has physical limitations, his mother taught him to never give up, no matter how difficult a situation may seem. How can Little Rocket use his unique strengths and problem-solving skills to reach the mouthwatering treat?
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"The best gift I can give a child is words on a page that fuel the imagination, heighten curiosity, and stimulate the mind." --Oneida L. Gilbert
THE COLOR PEOPLE Children's Fantasy Series
As a child, I envisioned a world where all people, regardless of their color or differences, could live in peace. Through the unction of Higher Power, that childhood dream, and later a precious gift--my son, was inspiration to write a universally-appealing children's story--THE COLOR PEOPLE.
THE COLOR PEOPLE embodies my steadfast vision--a dream where the innocent, the humble, and the kindhearted shall lead the way toward understanding, healing, fellowship, and unity throughout the world.
These children's fantasy books are enjoyable to read and have eye-catching illustrations that will entertain and delight children of all cultures while helping to promote fellowship, tolerance, inclusion, and diversity. THE COLOR PEOPLE books are wonderful and engaging tools for parents and teachers to teach children and to help promote fellowship, tolerance, and respect.
For ages 4-9. However, children of all ages and grownups enjoy these thought-provoking stories.
THE COLOR PEOPLE Book 1
"A Touch of Unity"
Have you ever dreamed about living in a world where all the people, no matter what color they are, lived in harmony? In THE COLOR PEOPLE--A Touch of Unity, there might be such a place; however, the people who live in Color Land must follow the example of two brave children whose friendship causes something strange and magnificent to happen. Will this unusual event cause the people in Color Land to finally become united?
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THE COLOR PEOPLE Book 2
"Bernie Crosses the Colorful Line"
In the second fantasy, THE COLOR PEOPLE--Bernie Crosses the Colorful Line, Bernie goes on a forbidden journey so far away from his home in Color Land that he loses his way. He finds himself in a strange and fabulous distant land where he learns many amazing things from the people there. And he learns where rainbow people really come from.
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THE COLOR PEOPLE Book 3
"We're Not all Greenlees"
In the third fantasy of THE COLOR PEOPLE--We're Not all Greenlees, Bernie makes the long journey back home, along with his new friend. Bernie's family and friends are very excited to learn about his fantastic adventure in the distant land; however, there is still one thing that divides the people in Color Land from the people of the distant land. How will the rainbow people of the two lands work together to solve this huge problem? Will the children, once again, have a solution?
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