Author: Denise Brennan-Nelson
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531548
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Following in the footsteps of My Momma Likes to Say comes the charming My Grandma Likes to Say. Thousands of proverbs and idioms can be found in the English language. Derived from many different sources, these expressions are a wonderful link to history and culture, and can be an instructive tool in language education. "That's a horse of a different color My grandma likes to say. I'm not sure what she means But I like it anyway. Polka dots and stripes. Yellow, orange, and blue. What color would a horse be If it were up to YOU?" Original paintings conceived from a child's point of view provide a hilarious visual interpretation of those sayings oft-quoted by the 'senior' members of our families.Denise Brennan-Nelson also wrote Someday Is Not a Day of the Week, winner of an IRA Children's Choice award. Atireless promoter and enthusiastic speaker, Denise visits countless schools and educational conferences each year, and runs a motivational speaking program through her company Goosebumps. She lives with her family in Howell, Michigan. In addition to the "Likes to Say" books, Jane Monroe Donovan has illustrated three other titles for Sleeping Bear Press, including the bookseller holiday favorite Winter's Gift and the recently released Black Beauty's Early Days in the Meadow. Jane lives in Pinckney, Michigan.
My Grandma Likes to Say
Author: Denise Brennan-Nelson
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531548
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Following in the footsteps of My Momma Likes to Say comes the charming My Grandma Likes to Say. Thousands of proverbs and idioms can be found in the English language. Derived from many different sources, these expressions are a wonderful link to history and culture, and can be an instructive tool in language education. "That's a horse of a different color My grandma likes to say. I'm not sure what she means But I like it anyway. Polka dots and stripes. Yellow, orange, and blue. What color would a horse be If it were up to YOU?" Original paintings conceived from a child's point of view provide a hilarious visual interpretation of those sayings oft-quoted by the 'senior' members of our families.Denise Brennan-Nelson also wrote Someday Is Not a Day of the Week, winner of an IRA Children's Choice award. Atireless promoter and enthusiastic speaker, Denise visits countless schools and educational conferences each year, and runs a motivational speaking program through her company Goosebumps. She lives with her family in Howell, Michigan. In addition to the "Likes to Say" books, Jane Monroe Donovan has illustrated three other titles for Sleeping Bear Press, including the bookseller holiday favorite Winter's Gift and the recently released Black Beauty's Early Days in the Meadow. Jane lives in Pinckney, Michigan.
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531548
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Following in the footsteps of My Momma Likes to Say comes the charming My Grandma Likes to Say. Thousands of proverbs and idioms can be found in the English language. Derived from many different sources, these expressions are a wonderful link to history and culture, and can be an instructive tool in language education. "That's a horse of a different color My grandma likes to say. I'm not sure what she means But I like it anyway. Polka dots and stripes. Yellow, orange, and blue. What color would a horse be If it were up to YOU?" Original paintings conceived from a child's point of view provide a hilarious visual interpretation of those sayings oft-quoted by the 'senior' members of our families.Denise Brennan-Nelson also wrote Someday Is Not a Day of the Week, winner of an IRA Children's Choice award. Atireless promoter and enthusiastic speaker, Denise visits countless schools and educational conferences each year, and runs a motivational speaking program through her company Goosebumps. She lives with her family in Howell, Michigan. In addition to the "Likes to Say" books, Jane Monroe Donovan has illustrated three other titles for Sleeping Bear Press, including the bookseller holiday favorite Winter's Gift and the recently released Black Beauty's Early Days in the Meadow. Jane lives in Pinckney, Michigan.
My Momma Likes to Say
Author: Denise Brennan-Nelson
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531289
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
From the author of Buzzy the Bumblebee comes a child's hilarious visual interpretation of such parental idioms and witticisms as "Hold your horses;" "Money doesn't grow on trees;" and "I have eyes in the back of my head." "Cat got your toungue?" My momma likes to say. I'm not sure what she means but I like it anyway. My cat has never tried to take my tongue away. But if he did, he'd find that it can stretch a long, long way.
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531289
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
From the author of Buzzy the Bumblebee comes a child's hilarious visual interpretation of such parental idioms and witticisms as "Hold your horses;" "Money doesn't grow on trees;" and "I have eyes in the back of my head." "Cat got your toungue?" My momma likes to say. I'm not sure what she means but I like it anyway. My cat has never tried to take my tongue away. But if he did, he'd find that it can stretch a long, long way.
My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry
Author: Fredrik Backman
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501115073
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A cloth bag containing 10 paperback copies of the title, 1 large print edition, 1 audio book, that may also include a folder with sign out sheets.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501115073
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A cloth bag containing 10 paperback copies of the title, 1 large print edition, 1 audio book, that may also include a folder with sign out sheets.
My Mindful Walk with Grandma
Author: Sheri Mabry
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 0807570737
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
STARRED REVIEW! "The illustrations, awash in green and somewhat nostalgic in styling, complement the narrative and successfully transport readers to a lush forest brimming with life. Clearly demonstrates the sense of connectedness—to nature, others, and self—that mindfulness practice can bring."—Kirkus Reviews starred review A lovely intergenerational tale of mindfulness in nature. When a girl walks through the woods with her grandma, she's so excited about reaching their destination that she misses out on what's around her. But with Grandma's help, she learns how to breathe, be peaceful, and notice the little surprises along the way. Find mindfulness in nature through this gentle story.
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 0807570737
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
STARRED REVIEW! "The illustrations, awash in green and somewhat nostalgic in styling, complement the narrative and successfully transport readers to a lush forest brimming with life. Clearly demonstrates the sense of connectedness—to nature, others, and self—that mindfulness practice can bring."—Kirkus Reviews starred review A lovely intergenerational tale of mindfulness in nature. When a girl walks through the woods with her grandma, she's so excited about reaching their destination that she misses out on what's around her. But with Grandma's help, she learns how to breathe, be peaceful, and notice the little surprises along the way. Find mindfulness in nature through this gentle story.
My Teacher Likes to Say
Author: Denise Brennan-Nelson
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531386
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
From the same team that brought you My Momma Likes to Say comes this delightful interpretation of maxims, idioms, proverbs, and clichés many students remember hearing on a regular basis in the classroom. From "Do you have ants in your pants?" to "Stick together!" and "Great minds think alike," readers will be intrigued by the history of these adages, told in poetry form as well as expository text, and amused by the witty illustrations, depicting these sayings as a child might imagine them. Growing up with six sisters and one brother, there has never been a dull moment in Denise Brennan-Nelson's life. She continues to keep the pace lively as a motivational speaker, children's author, and mother. She is the author of My Momma Likes to Say and Buzzy the Bumblebee, also from Sleeping Bear Press. Denise lives with her family in Howell, Michigan. Jane Monroe Donovan's parents encouraged her to follow her heart and it led to her love of sketching and painting. In addition to My Teacher Likes to Say, Jane also illustrated Sunny Numbers: A Florida Counting Book and My Momma Likes to Say. She is currently working on a Christmas title for Sleeping Bear Press. Jane lives with her family in Pinckney, Michigan.
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1627531386
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
From the same team that brought you My Momma Likes to Say comes this delightful interpretation of maxims, idioms, proverbs, and clichés many students remember hearing on a regular basis in the classroom. From "Do you have ants in your pants?" to "Stick together!" and "Great minds think alike," readers will be intrigued by the history of these adages, told in poetry form as well as expository text, and amused by the witty illustrations, depicting these sayings as a child might imagine them. Growing up with six sisters and one brother, there has never been a dull moment in Denise Brennan-Nelson's life. She continues to keep the pace lively as a motivational speaker, children's author, and mother. She is the author of My Momma Likes to Say and Buzzy the Bumblebee, also from Sleeping Bear Press. Denise lives with her family in Howell, Michigan. Jane Monroe Donovan's parents encouraged her to follow her heart and it led to her love of sketching and painting. In addition to My Teacher Likes to Say, Jane also illustrated Sunny Numbers: A Florida Counting Book and My Momma Likes to Say. She is currently working on a Christmas title for Sleeping Bear Press. Jane lives with her family in Pinckney, Michigan.
Don't Call Me Grandma
Author: Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 1467795593
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Great-grandmother Nell eats fish for breakfast, she doesn't hug or kiss, and she does NOT want to be called grandma. Her great-granddaughter isn't sure what to think about her. As she slowly learns more about Nell's life and experiences, the girl finds ways to connect with her prickly great-grandmother.
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 1467795593
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Great-grandmother Nell eats fish for breakfast, she doesn't hug or kiss, and she does NOT want to be called grandma. Her great-granddaughter isn't sure what to think about her. As she slowly learns more about Nell's life and experiences, the girl finds ways to connect with her prickly great-grandmother.
Grandma Calls Me Beautiful
Author: Barbara M. Joosse
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811858151
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
A Hawaiian grandmother tells her granddaughter a favorite story about how much she loves her. Includes a glossary with definitions and explanations of Hawaiian words and customs and illustrated instructions for an Hawaiian string design, "hei" you can play.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811858151
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
A Hawaiian grandmother tells her granddaughter a favorite story about how much she loves her. Includes a glossary with definitions and explanations of Hawaiian words and customs and illustrated instructions for an Hawaiian string design, "hei" you can play.
Love, Aubrey
Author: Suzanne LaFleur
Publisher: Wendy Lamb Books
ISBN: 0375892605
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
"I had everything I needed to run a household: a house, food, and a new family. From now on it would just be me and Sammy–the two of us, and no one else." A tragic accident has turned eleven-year-old Aubrey’s world upside down. Starting a new life all alone, Aubrey has everything she thinks she needs: SpaghettiOs and Sammy, her new pet fish. She cannot talk about what happened to her. Writing letters is the only thing that feels right to Aubrey, even if no one ever reads them. With the aid of her loving grandmother and new friends, Aubrey learns that she is not alone, and gradually, she finds the words to express feelings that once seemed impossible to describe. The healing powers of friendship, love, and memory help Aubrey take her first steps toward the future. Readers will care for Aubrey from page one and will watch her grow until the very end, when she has to make one of the biggest decisions of her life. Love, Aubrey is devastating, brave, honest, funny, and hopeful, and it introduces a remarkable new writer, Suzanne LaFleur. No matter how old you are, this book is not to be missed.
Publisher: Wendy Lamb Books
ISBN: 0375892605
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
"I had everything I needed to run a household: a house, food, and a new family. From now on it would just be me and Sammy–the two of us, and no one else." A tragic accident has turned eleven-year-old Aubrey’s world upside down. Starting a new life all alone, Aubrey has everything she thinks she needs: SpaghettiOs and Sammy, her new pet fish. She cannot talk about what happened to her. Writing letters is the only thing that feels right to Aubrey, even if no one ever reads them. With the aid of her loving grandmother and new friends, Aubrey learns that she is not alone, and gradually, she finds the words to express feelings that once seemed impossible to describe. The healing powers of friendship, love, and memory help Aubrey take her first steps toward the future. Readers will care for Aubrey from page one and will watch her grow until the very end, when she has to make one of the biggest decisions of her life. Love, Aubrey is devastating, brave, honest, funny, and hopeful, and it introduces a remarkable new writer, Suzanne LaFleur. No matter how old you are, this book is not to be missed.
My Grandma
Author: Miriam Hathaway
Publisher: Compendium Publishing & Communications
ISBN: 9781943200443
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Discover her stories, share her life, and creating a lasting keepsake together. Within each family lies a treasure of memories and experiences. Things that define who Grandma is. That reflect the love she shares. Discover together the stories she holds close to her heart with these pages, filled with meaningful questions to answer. Once written, these stories will create a priceless keepsake for the whole family. Grandma, your life is a gift. You hold within you a story that only you can share. Use these pages to fill with your one-of-a-kind memorieswhether it's a special moment from your childhood, an unforgettable adventure, or a piece of advice to share. Speak from the heart, in your own wordsit doesn't need to be formal or complex. Because when you are finished, you will create a gift that will be loved for generations."
Publisher: Compendium Publishing & Communications
ISBN: 9781943200443
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Discover her stories, share her life, and creating a lasting keepsake together. Within each family lies a treasure of memories and experiences. Things that define who Grandma is. That reflect the love she shares. Discover together the stories she holds close to her heart with these pages, filled with meaningful questions to answer. Once written, these stories will create a priceless keepsake for the whole family. Grandma, your life is a gift. You hold within you a story that only you can share. Use these pages to fill with your one-of-a-kind memorieswhether it's a special moment from your childhood, an unforgettable adventure, or a piece of advice to share. Speak from the heart, in your own wordsit doesn't need to be formal or complex. Because when you are finished, you will create a gift that will be loved for generations."
I Love My Grandma!
Author: Frances Gilbert
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593123409
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Perfect for Mother's Day, Grandparents Day, and any day when you want to celebrate a child's love for their grandma, this warm Step 1 early reader celebrates a girl's special relationship with her grandma! Aren't grandmas the best? The star of I Love Pink! and I Love My Tutu! has so much fun with her grandma! Together, they bike and play games, they read and have tea parties . . . and dance parties! And, guess what? Her grandma even had a grandma once! And they liked to do a lot of the same things together, too. This simple story is relatable, easy to decode, and parents and grandparents will relish the opportunity to talk about their family lineage after reading this warm intergenerational story about the love between a grandma and a granddaughter. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired picture clues help children decode the story. Young readers will LOVE the other I LOVE books in this series! I Love My Pink! I Love My Tutu! I Love Cake! I Love My Teacher!
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593123409
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Perfect for Mother's Day, Grandparents Day, and any day when you want to celebrate a child's love for their grandma, this warm Step 1 early reader celebrates a girl's special relationship with her grandma! Aren't grandmas the best? The star of I Love Pink! and I Love My Tutu! has so much fun with her grandma! Together, they bike and play games, they read and have tea parties . . . and dance parties! And, guess what? Her grandma even had a grandma once! And they liked to do a lot of the same things together, too. This simple story is relatable, easy to decode, and parents and grandparents will relish the opportunity to talk about their family lineage after reading this warm intergenerational story about the love between a grandma and a granddaughter. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired picture clues help children decode the story. Young readers will LOVE the other I LOVE books in this series! I Love My Pink! I Love My Tutu! I Love Cake! I Love My Teacher!