Author Showcase

By Sunn Byrd, for The Children’s Book Review
Published: October 13, 2011

The Players are four sports characters who’s names are Dunk, Strike, Score, and Touchdown also know as T.D.

The Players promote good health through sports and daily physical activities, along with social interaction and good sportsmanship.

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Hiking We Go!

The Players set out for an adventurous day of hiking. Touchdown (T.D.) gets lost in the woods and is unable to find the rest of the gang. He realizes that he did not pack any safety gear to signal the gang for help. (T.D.) learns the valuable lesson of how important it is to follow the rules and put safety first when exploring.

Visit: www.theplayersanimatedseries.org

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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: September 5, 2011

Llama Llama Home with Mama

by Anna Dewdney

Reading level: Ages 3 and up

Hardcover: 40 pages

Publisher: Viking Juvenile (August 23, 2011)

Source: Publicist

What to expect: Rhyme, Sickness, Mother and child, Llamas

It’s always great when an author/illustrator can keep a good thing going. Anna Dewdney has done just that; Llama Lama Home with Mama boasts the same bestselling rhythm and intonation as the rest of the Llama Llama books that are library and home staples to so many. Making sure not to glamorize the point that Llama Lama will be staying home from school, the ups and downs of a young one being home sick are covered. Halfway through the story, Mama Llama finds herself with a sniffly nose, too, and Llama Llama rises to the occasion: “Wait! Llama Llama knows what’s best./Mama Llama needs a rest!” The illustrations are a delight—with the stroke of a paintbrush and the blending of pastel colors with darker and bold shades, Dewdney captures relatable moments with adorable pink llama noses and facial expressions. This is a soothing yet uplifting book for younger readers and there caretakers.

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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: July 22, 2011

Everyone loves a mystery packed with adventure. Enter to win one of two Human Body Detective book series sets. Each set consists of three health-conscience books which have all been autographed by Dr. Heather Manley. Giveaway begins July 22, 2011, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends August 19, 2011, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

Reading Level: 6-10

Paperback: 38 pages

Series overview: The HBD stories feature Merrin and Pearl, sisters who find they have an ability to magically enter different systems in the body to solve health mysteries. Through the girls’ action packed adventures as Human Body Detectives, readers learn how the various body systems work and which foods best fuel each system.

Case 1. The Lucky Escape: An Imaginative Journey Through the Digestive System

Case 2. Battle with the Bugs. An Imaginative Journey Through the Immune System

Case 3. A Heart Pumping Adventure. An Imaginative Journey Through the Circulatory System

About the author: Dr. Heather Manley, who in 2001 received her medical degree from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon, is a practicing physician whose primary interest is preventative healthcare for families. She is the author of Human Body Detectives, her children’s educational series of story-telling books, ebooks, and iphone/ipad apps.  She also promotes wellness and naturopathic healthcare on her website drheathernd.com. She lives on the Big Island of Hawaii with her husband and two daughters, and is currently at work on the next Human Body Detectives adventure.

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By Cindy Rice Andrea , for The Children’s Book Review
Published: April 13, 2010

Author Showcase: A place for authors and illustrators to gain visibility for their works.*

Green Apple Tales Book Series

By Cindy Rice Andrea (Author), Stan Jaskiel (Illustrator)

Ages: Parents, Grandparents, Education, Healthcare and Children (target age 3-10)

Features:
Full color illustrations
Easy-to-understand explanations of food safety principles
Based on USDA and FDA guidelines
Both child and parent learn together
Fun, easy to follow cooking activities
“Green Apple Buddies” in starring roles
Soft cover 24 pages
10 books, each with its own food safety lesson

Publisher: Dining in the Light Publications ( 2009)

What to expect: For the Children—Green Apple Tales promise to enlighten you and your children in a fun-loving way. The interactive stories will delight children as they learn about basic food handling, health and hygiene. Included in each book is a simple cooking activity featured by that story’s character, which you can also practice with your child, and help to reinforce the food safety principles in that book. And they love to “Follow the apple” in each story! For the Adults—Each of the 10 books focuses on a different food safety practice in an easy-to-understand way. A more in-depth explanation of the principle is included at the end of each book for the adult reader who desires a more scientific discussion of the food safety principle. All stories are based on USDA and FDA guidelines. Studies have demonstrated increased understanding of food safety principles by those reading Green Apple Tales’ simple stories. The result is an effective way of learning important safety practices in a most enjoyable way for all.

Publisher’s synopsis: Green Apple Tales are meant to be shared by parents and children together, one story at a time. By teaching our children at an early age, we can train our sons and daughters early on to blend the concepts of food safety, cooking and nutrition into their daily lives through these simple yet powerful stories. By giving them these life skills, they may be better parents to their own children and healthier themselves lifelong.

Delilah Washes her Hands (Principle to be taught:  Hand washing)

Delilah loves going to the playground with her friends. But her lunch is ready and there is one important thing she must do before she eats. Do you know what it is?
Pansy’s Garden Party    (Principle: Temperature controls of Foods)

Pansy the Pig loves giving parties!  But what happens when she leaves her party foods out in the summer sun for too long?  You’ll find out and see how her friend comes to the rescue!

Gabby’s Sore Throat and the Cherry Chocolate Cupcakes  (Principle:Illness behavior)

Gabby the Goose is coming down with a cold, but she is supposed to make cupcakes for her friend’s party. Can she still go to the party if she is sick? Who will make the cupcakes? And what is the best way for her to cough and sneeze?

Tony the Pony’s Big Dream    (Principle: Preventing cross-contamination)

Tony the Pony has a big dream…. he wants to be a rootin’ tootin’ cowboy!   See how he lives the cowboy life, and what he does for fun with his 2 brothers.  And how does he keep the foods he is cooking for their Rodeo dinner safe and delicious?  Yee- haa!

Roxy and Zav’s Barbecue   (Principle: Proper cooking temperatures)

Roxy Raccoon has a pleasant surprise while she is relaxing by the river.  What will her new friend Zav cook at their barbecue picnic, and are these strange, delicious foods safe to eat?

Allergy Buddy Club    (Principle:  Allergen safety)

Ollie the elephant and his 2 friends Bruno and Maleeka are very sad.
They are each allergic to a certain food that they love, and they must find ways to protect themselves from getting sick from these foods. Find out how they solve their problems, make new friends and help others along the way.

Speedo Tito’s Sunset Party     (Principle: Safe food preparation practices)

Speedo Tito is not like any other turtle… he is very fast!  Discover how he throws a fabulous party for his friends, but what happens when he is done with all of the preparations for the party?  And how do his friends help him safely enjoy his own party foods in the end?

Chickita’s Salads     (Principle: Produce safety)

Chickita is a little chicken who just loves to eat fruits and veggies. But how to keep them fresh and delicious?  Watch her prepare some of her mother’s fruit specialties for her Nana and Papa, and see how she keeps her favorite foods safe until their visit.

Cristabel’s Supermarket Spree    (Principle:  Shopping safety)

Cristabel the Cow goes food shopping with her father, which makes her very cheerful and laugh out loud!  Learn about the special dinner they
will make, and why her visit to the playground will have to wait.

Sam’s Pizza Pies    (Principle: Personal safety, Burns, cuts)

Sam the Lamb is an expert pizza maker!  See how he stretches, flips and spins the dough to make the perfect pizza for his friends. But he needs a helping hand from his Grampa Sam to stay safe from burns and cuts during the process!  How does Grampa Sam help make the party a success?

The first six in the series are in print and the others are expected to be available in early 2010.

About the author: National Food Safety Expert, Cindy Rice-Andrea, RS, MSPH, CPFS is an Epidemiologist and Certified Professional in Food Safety. She is a food safety educator and consultant to the foodservice and regulatory industry. She serves on the Massachusetts Dept. of Education Lifeskills Advisory Council and the Partnership for Food Safety Education. Cindy is a speaker to national professional organizations and consumer groups on food safety, health and nutrition topics. Her articles appear regularly in the national publication “Food Safety Solutions” and her “Pocket Guide to Food Safety” is distributed internationally. Rice-Andrea’s background includes conducting food protection management classes and seminars, and trains and certifies food handlers in accordance with state and federal regulations.  Rice-Andrea holds numerous food safety and public health certifications from state and national organizations.

For more information, visit: http://www.greenappletales.com

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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: June 12, 2009

The Moose with Loose Poops

by Charlotte Cowan, M.D. (Author), Penelope Neal (Illustrator)

Reading level: Ages 4-8

Hardcover: 32 pages

Publisher: Hippocratic Press (January 25, 2009)

What to expect: Moose, Gastroenteritis, Doctor, Camping, Eduction

I’m not going to lie, I was a little hesitant to read a book with the title The Moose with Loose Poops (this actually surprised me, after all, I have no problem discussing bodily functions). Being hesitant quickly changed to being very curious. This is a book with a special purpose, to offer a child-friendly explanation of gastroenteritis — Dr. Cowan delivers this message ideally.

Miles, a four-year-old moose, comes down with a tummy ache, which leads to throwing up and diarrhea (loose poops). Miles takes a special trip to see Dr. Hippo, who offers up advice on the best medicine for gastroenteritis — fluids. It’s the creative plot that Dr. Cowan has developed around the medicinal details that makes this suitable for kids. You see, Miles has plans to go camping with his dad, which have to be postponed. There is, of course, a happy ending, which just may involve some camping. I loved learning this useful little ditty:

The Moose with Loose Poops is part of the Dr. Hippo Series, an adept collection of stories that cover some of the more common illnesses that children experience. The anthology includes: an elephant with an earache, a polar bear with a cold, a frog with a fever, and a giraffe with a sore throat. Included with the books is a separate laminated Parent Guide that tucks neatly inside the back cover. Getting Through Gastroenteritis, the coordinating Parent Guide to The Moose with Loose Poops, answers questions in a clear and concise format, such as:

• How will I know that my child has gastroenteritis?
• When should I worry/call the doctor?
• How can I help my child feel better?

With a child-friendly explanation, endearing illustrations, and the informative parent guide, The Moose with Loose Poops is a well rounded package that is both educational and enjoyable. This series should be in every pediatric clinic, and would certainly be a useful resource for parents to have access to in their local libraries.

Publisher’s synopsis: Four year old Miles develops a tummy ache while on a family picnic in Maine. His planned camping trip with Papa (complete with canoeing and fishing) is postponed when throwing up (oops!) and diarrhea (loose poops) develop. Mama, Papa and Lucy Moose take excellent care of Miles at home helped by their kindly pediatrician, Dr. Hippo. Of course, Miles recovers in time to camp with Papa under a special, star filled sky.

About the author: Dr. Charlotte Cowan is a board certified pediatrician and author of 5 medical children’s stories that entertain, educate, and reassure both parent and child.

For more information, visit: http://www.drhippo.com/

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Just in case you want to read more books about poops, take a look at Everyone Poops by Taro Gomi.

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