Catching Waves: A Board, a Pig, and How a Little Girl Became a Wakesurf Champion
Written & Illustrated by Dawn Marie Hooks
32 color pages, ages 5-9
ISBN-13: 979-8990666009
This is the true story of how Raleigh Hager became the world’s youngest professional wakesurf champion.
From the moment little Raleigh popped up on a surfboard at five years old, the waves held her heart. She couldn’t imagine anything as exciting as becoming a surfer girl (except maybe having her own pet micro mini pig). Soon Raleigh realized that she lived too far from the ocean to surf those waves often enough. So, her dad took her to a nearby lake, where she learned to surf a different type of wave, the wake behind a boat. Before long, Raleigh discovered the thrill of wakesurfing and began competing, catching waves after every crash and disappointment, and proving that even a little girl can reach her dreams.
An empowering biography, Raleigh’s story will inspire little readers to dream big, face challenges, and keep riding.
Lively text and vibrant watercolor illustrations by Dawn Marie Hooks (a mom, teacher, and masters division World Wakesurf Champion) capture the thrill of wakesurfing and tell the story of one child who found the strength to follow her dreams. Author notes include more information about Raleigh and writing her story, a glossary of wakesurf terms, and highlights of Raleigh’s early wakesurf competitions.
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Grandpa Can
Written & Illustrated by Dawn Marie Hooks
32 color pages, ages 4-7
ISBN-13: 978-0692117538
ISBN-10: 0692117539
“Grandpa, you are my best friend.
Please don’t ever let that end.”
Through delightful couplets and vibrant watercolor illustrations, this heartwarming picture book expresses the bond between a grandpa and his granddaughter. When Grandpa gets sick, things change. But, Ana soon realizes their love will last forever. This is a book that grown-ups will love reading over and over with little ones. Grandpa Can has a loving and truthful message which is meaningful to the young and old, no matter how near or far they are. Author notes include suggestions for talking to children about aging or sick loved ones.
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Tú Eres Especial – Tú Eres Amado (You Are Special- You Are Loved, Spanish Edition)
Written & Illustrated by Melanie Lynn Fowler
32 color pages, ages 3-7
ISBN-13 : 978-0692114490
ISBN-10 : 0692114491
“No existe una estrella tan brillante en el cielo que se pueda comparar con que linda que eres tú.” Sigue un gusanito encantador a través de cada ilustración y lee cómo cada niño es más valorado que las cosas hermosas en el mundo. “Tu eres Especial, Tu eres Amado” utiliza ejemplos en la naturaleza y en la vida para segurar a los niños de su valor incondicional en los ojos de Dios y cómo Dios los ama perfectamente, incluso cuando ellos no son perfectos.
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SPRING/SUMMER 2017
You Are Special — You Are Loved
Written & Illustrated by Melanie Lynn Fowler
32 color pages, ages 3-7
ISBN-10: 0-692-85994-2
ISBN-13: 978-0-692-85994-0
Every child is valued far above the beautiful, wild things in the world. You Are Special – You Are Loved tenderly assures children of their unconditional worth in God’s eyes. Children can follow an enchanting inchworm through each delightful illustration as they are reminded how God loves them perfectly, even when they are imperfect.
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SPRING/SUMMER 2016
Sarah and Her Twirling Toes
Written & Illustrated by Dawn Marie Hooks
32 color pages, ages 4-7
ISBN-10: 0692646310
ISBN-13: 978-0692646311
Sarah loves how screaming makes her feel. Her tonsils tickle. Her tummy dances. And, best of all, her toes twirl! But one day, Sarah’s scream disappears. What will she do?
This bright picture book celebrates Sarah’s spunky and endearing personality while showing that she can be herself, with or without the screams.
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FALL/WINTER 2015
Mr. Fact & Miss Opinion
Written by Melissa Polyakov
Illustrated by Yana Gruntkovskaya
32 color pages, ages 4-8
ISBN 0692473890
This book is a lively and lyrical story about unlikely neighbors, a goat named Mr. Fact and a pig named Miss Opinion.
Miss Opinion shares a flavorful meal with Mr. Fact, attempting to show him that opinions can add spice to his life. This educational children’s book uses endearing characters to introduce terms such as objective and subjective by personifying fact and opinion
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SPRING/SUMMER 2015
I’ll Hold You Forever: An Adoption Story
Written & Illustrated by Dawn Marie Hooks
32 color pages, ages 4-8
ISBN 0692361537
Charming watercolor illustrations and clear, simple text tell this touching story about the beauty of adoption and the warmth of a mother’s love .
A young girl walks with her mom through the countryside when she begins to wonder: Is Mommy her real mom? Mommy turns the question into a story of the child’s adoption. Soon the child is reassured that her mom is real and will hold her forever.
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