Timmy has a very special relationship with his grandmother. He believes she can do anything. On a family road trip to visit his grandparents, his beliefs in Grandmas extraordinary powers and abilities are revealed.
Inner city middle school student Kenny Wright imagines himself as a superhero-but when he faces peer pressure and bullying, can he find his strength in real life? Kenny Wright is a kid with a secret identity. In his mind, he's Stainlezz Steel, super-powered defender of the weak. In reality, he's a chess club devotee known as a "Grandma's Boy," a label that makes him an easy target for bullies. Kenny wants to bring a little more Steel to the real world, but the question is: can he recognize the real strength and goodness inside himself? Or will peer pressure force him to make the worst choice of his life? Interspersed with fantastic illustrations and comic-book panels, this book aims to both entertain and to provoke dialogue about identity, belonging, and doing the right thing.
All grandmothers are wonderful, and this gran is no exception. She might not lift buildings or go whooshing through the sky, but she can plan super sleepovers, tell tickle-filled stories, and even put together great disguises to make a superhero team with her grandchildren.
Meet Mamika: the world’s coolest and most daring nonagenarian! To raise his ninety-three-year-old grandmother’s spirits, photographer Sacha Goldberger engaged her as his creative collaborator, model, and muse. Countless costumes, geriatric gaffes, unbelievable stunts, and hilarious photo shoots later, Mamika is a worldwide global media sensation. This volume captures our feisty heroine in a range of amusing scenarios, all accompanied by her droll observations about life and living, making this book a treasure trove of witty, sardonic wisdom for readers of all ages.
This book is a fun, imaginative, heartwarming story about the everyday adventures of a grandmother and her young grandson whom she has nicknamed Pumpkin. This story, The Big Fight, causes an ordinary day to take an unexpected turn as Grandma and the Pumpkin find themselves involved in a big fight. Children, parents, teachers, and grandparents will love this lighthearted tale of fun and adventure.
Silly and zany, and armed with the most unusual skills, these heroes are out to save the world-one letter at a time! bubble-Man blows big bubbles at bullies, and laughing lass laughs at lawbreakers! together, these one-of-a-kind defenders represent the ABC's in a way never seen before. Renowned comic-book illustrator bob mcleod has created a full cast of humorous and delightful characters, sure to please anyone in need of a hero to save the day.
Welcome to Book One in The Galore Gang series: Mom and Her Magical Robe. Bridget and Ben Galore hate when their mom goes to work, but they love to go to Grandma’s house! The kids love to play games and eat treats! It’s not so great, though, when Mom makes them do their homework while they visit. When their fast-thinking grandma turns Ben’s difficult assignment into a loving story about a magic robe and special powers, they discover how remarkable their family is after all. In one fun evening, the kids learn a secret and a lesson about their mom, plus they figure out who their favorite superhero is!
From International bestselling author I AM a Superhero is an imaginative, beautifully illustrated book that teaches children that they matter. Through the easy to read text and the imagination of a child, this book allows the reader to join in the journey of self-discovery and explore their own unique traits and talents.
Grandma—You Can Be a Game-Changer for Generations to Come. Today’s grandmas live in an ever-changing, fast-paced, highly-competitive, busier-than-ever world. We struggle with balance as we help our children manage theirs—grandbabies, work, exercise, staying healthy, and leading our growing families. Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson have more than 20 (as of now) grandchildren between the ages of newborn to 30 years old. Together they inspire grandmas with personal stories, learned insight, relevant Scripture, and a few laughs to encourage new and seasoned grandmas to press on. Rocking It Grand includes four, easy-to-remember R’s in each of the 18 devotions:Remember it is a scripture passage to absorb;Read about it is a personal message from Chrys or Shellie;Reflect on it is a quote to highlight their message; andRock it provides an action step to reinforce the topic.Become more confident and intentional with your grandchildren, your adult children, and their spouses; more grounded in your faith; and ready to rock your role as the best grandparent you can be.
A special gift and message from his grandmother, gets Jay thinking about his daily actions. Does he really have what it takes to be a superhero? Find out in, A Superhero Surprise. 'A Super Hero Surprise' has been accepted for our 'Books4Kids' program. The 'Books 4 Kids' program is a non-profit corporation which builds children’s character through books. The program includes author readings that are done live or via Skype. After the book reading, the author leads a discussion with the children about the lessons learned. The children are also encouraged to present their own experiences relating to the story. At the end of the discussion, each child is gifted a paperback copy of the book.