While at the South Lake Carroll High School craft show last November, I met a very friendly and interesting woman named Diane Box. Diane has written and illustrated a wonderful children's book, Apples For Fred. It is a charming story of a little frog that has a problem, but also has some very devoted friends to help him resolve his problem.
I am a firm believer in the power of reading to children and in teaching them the importance of reading for their entire life. It takes so little effort to read and to continue learning while we are on this journey. I think it is very important to instill the desire to read as early as possible, in every child. I am grateful that there are writers and illustrators in this world continuing to create meaningful and interesting books for children.
A portion of the proceeds from Diane's books goes to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. She is also on the Committee for Take Steps for Crohns and Colitis, and is in charge of the children's activities at events. Currently she and I are kicking around some ideas for combining her wonderful illustrations and my paper crafting as an activity for children at one the committee's events in the near future.
The 2nd Apple Bunch Book is off to the printer!
Tator's Big Race is the 2nd installment of the Apple Bunch Books and we are very pleased to announce that it is ready for pre-order on Amazon!
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About Tator's Big Race
The lovable friends from Apples for Fred are back in the second book of the charming series. Fred, Perdie, Cabbit and Tator face another heart-tugging challenge in Diane Shapley-Box’s new book, Tator’s Big Race.
This time, Tator feels left out, sad and ordinary. He needs the help of the clever, caring crew to help him find his special talent before this year’s Applefest. Tator is convinced that the only way to feel important and appreciated is to win a magnificent trophy. He soon learns that true pride and joy can come in exciting and unexpected ways.
- 9x12 Hard Cover First edition
- 48 pages printed on high quality paper
- Ages 3-7
- Printed in the USA on quality lead free paper and ink