It's Schooltime by Nikole B. Floyd

The first day of preschool is hard for most children. It is exciting and scary to leave mom and dad for the first time. Join Benji for his preparation day.

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About the author:

Nikole B. Floyd is an 11-year-old aspiring graphics designer with a passion for writing as well. She started expressing herself in the arts-based curriculum that was presented to her in her home-schooling environment. It helped her develop skills in reading at a quick pace. She enjoys creativity in storytelling because it allows her to be free in her thoughts and ideas. She plans to continue writing on her journey to graphics design/animation and combine the two when the time comes.

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#FREE read! 'The Lemon Tart (The Artt of Early Learning Series)' by D.A. Batrowny

Blurb:

Children absolutely love "The Lemon Tart" and you will too! is part of the "Artt" of Early Learning Series. Smart Artt is at it again! Smart Artt attends his first day of nursery school. Of course something unexpected happens... but he uses his advanced skills to help all the children have a great day, while creating a little bit of mischief along the way! Smart Artt is entertaining for all ages and includes age related developmental milestones.

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About the author:

D. A. Batrowny resides in New York State. She has over 25 years of experience working with children and families in the field of nurse home visiting, growth and development, literacy, and early childhood education. She has worked as a home visitor, longitudinal study interviewer, children's non-profit program director and writer. She holds degrees in Nursing and Business Administration. She believes that all children should have the opportunity to reach their highest potential. Her goal is to share this information with the parents of every young child, starting at birth. This belief led to the idea for The "Artt" of Early Learning Series, including the first book entitled "Welcome Smart Artt." This series was designed to promote growth and development, pre-literacy skills and fun!

'Truthy Ruthy' by Sari Barel

ASIN: B00D7BVTIQ

Genre: Children's books age 4-8, Values

Book blurb:

What can you do with a cute little girl, who does not always tell the truth?

Ruthy is a sweet 5 year old girl, who has gotten used to not telling the truth. She breaks the rules and says, "It wasn't me!"

Nothing helps until Dad comes up with an idea that changes the rules of the game.

Now Ruthy is "Truthy Ruthy". Bravo, Daddy!

How does Dad change the rules? Read our humorous, fun story to find out!It's a must for all children and parents, preschool teachers, therapists and coaches.

The book includes free quality gifts for the free time of the summer vacations in with suggestions for entertaining true-or-false games for family activities and a template for a Certificate of Excellence with suggestions for small gestures of communication between family members as a Certificate of Excellence for being a good friend…

Reviews

GinaR at insatiablereaders.blogspot.com -http://insatiablereaders.blogspot.co.il/2013/07/truthy-ruthy-by-sari-barel.html - wrote:
“This is a short and sweet story aimed at reminding children (of all ages) why telling the truth is not only something mommy and daddy want for them to do but a best practice to last their whole life through… Ruthy comes to realize with the help of her tricky (but in a good way) parents that saying what you mean and meaning what you say are a very important part of being able to trust someone and so a lesson learned is born and shared… Recommended read for all ages but especially for those with little ones in their lives. Ruthy and her family will brighten your day in a big BIG way but also leave you with something relevant to your every day life. A great combo indeed.”

J. Chambers TOP 50 REVIEWER on Amazon, wrote:
“…Instead of responding by yelling and screaming or with a spanking, Ruthy’s dad used a bit of psychology to turn the tables on Ruthy and show her why lying had consequences… This story by Sari Barel teaches a valuable lesson about why being honest and truthful is the best policy for both kids and grownups. It’s a short, simple story that should hold a kid’s attention long enough to make the point.”

Grady Harp HALL OF FAME TOP 50 REVIEWER VINE VOICE on Amazon, wrote:
“ …Sari Barel has created a fun book that gives parents insight on how to correct a certain behavioral problem - and have fun doing it... Not only is this little story entertaining but it also carries a very unique way of learning how to stop not telling the truth. This book is a joint venture for children and parents, and as usual Sari Barel handles it very well indeed.”

“Through My books I aim at helping the readers to realize that the concept of creativity is a state of mind” Says Sari Barel, An expert in development of creative thinking, an author, a copywriter, a coach and a mediator, “I inspire adults and children to escape from restrictive thinking and realize their full potential to live their lives happily.”

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About Sari Barel

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Sari Barel is an international expert and workshop leader in the development of creative thinking and the co-author of the “Think Like a Zebra®” method and book series.

Sari is a graduate from the ISEME, University of Swinburne, Australia with a Master’s Degree in MEI or Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Sari is a copywriter, scriptwriter, and actor also specializes in education, coaching, meditation and marketing communication. Sari has written many books to inspire adults and children to let go of restrictive thinking and expand their horizons to realize full potential in their respective lives. The book “Mommy do you really love me” is yet another attempt to help parents and children.

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FREE 9/5-9/6 'Once Upon a Time Mommy Went to School' by Big Red Balloon

Blurb:

Little Pup has a list of worries about his first day of kindergarten. Who is going to feed him? What if know one likes him? What if he has an accident? But before his mind can race away, his mother shares the tale of her first day of school. Little Pup discovers what school is really all about and the gentle wisdom his mother reveals to him.

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Bio:

Big Red Balloon Books has published several best selling children's books including Monsters with Undies on their Heads, Grizzly Pete's Stinky Feet and The Wizard of Oz picture book. We are dedicated in aiding parents and teachers to bring out the best in children. We hope to nurture thoughtful, responsible children by introducing quality, captivating books that will encourage imagination and a love of reading.

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'Ms. Joanna and Preschool' Guest Post by Luis Rodriguez

Today's guest post comes from children's book author Luis Rodriguez. In addition to writing his books, he is the director of a child care center. This is a story about some of the children and their beloved teacher, Ms. Joanna. Those of us who work with young children will be able to relate.

Ms. Joanna and Preschool

As the director of a preschool, I decided to have a discussion with the kids that are being promoted to kindergarten, and to pick their brains about this important milestone in their young lives.

As soon as we all sat around an imaginary round table in the playground, I asked, ”Would you like to leave this year or stay a little longer?”

”I would like to stay here forever,” said Isabel.

”How about you, Henry?”

”I’d like to stay here another year plus two hundred more years,” answered Henry. Everybody laughed.

”Me too,” said James.

”What is it that you are going to miss the most?” I asked.

”Ms. Joanna," said all of them almost at the same time.

”And why is that?” I asked.

”Because she teaches us,” said Richard. ”And we have a lot of fun,” added Samantha.

I think that is the essence of an ideal preschool program. To blend learning and fun. This will invariably lead to love for learning. And that is the best seed we can plant in a young mind: To love learning.

Ms. Joanna is simply a natural teacher. Yes, she went to college and gathered all the academic credentials that certify her as a teacher, but she has this natural ability to connect with children that I respect and admire so much, and that is not taught at any school. It is a gift.

It is just her love for kids. Her love for teaching. Her love for all the aspects of this so noble profession. You see this everyday when she adheres to her routines, when she imparts gentle discipline, when she corrects grammar and manners, when she praises the kids' efforts, and encourages continuous growth... When she enthusiastically organizes carnivals, and farm events, or arranges trips to the zoo or a nearby park; and that weekly journey to the library to pick the best reads for the theme of the week.

And that is a blessing that all kids and parents in the world should be so lucky to have. To have someone like Ms. Joanna in their preschool experience.

Thanks, Ms. Joanna.

Luis Rodriguez wrote and co-illustrated The Klampie Mystery. He is the  director of a child care center in New Jersey, where he enjoys watching children and their imagination at play. The Klampie Mystery is the result of such
observations and his love for writing. Now he looks forward to sharing this story with many more children. Born in Bogota, Colombia, Luis Rodriguez is now an
American citizen and lives in New Jersey.