Kizzie Jones combines her love of dachshunds and the love of the ocean to create this whimsical tall tale to delight readers of all ages. Kizzie and her ultimate hero, Thom, with their dachshund--live happily ever after in a seaside town in Washington State. Scott Ward creates images reflecting the vitality of the human spirit while pushing the limits of the imagination. He has worked in advertising, clothing, graphics, interiors, theater, landscape and murals. Scott has always loved drawing, painting, and creating. How fun is that? Scott lives in Bellingham, Washington. www.scottwardart.com Laura Cerven's poems from her book "Song a Name for Life" published in 2000 have been chosen by Giselle Wyers who has been commissioned to write a composition for the Vashon Chorale. Her book is a translation of Michel Khalil H�layel's "Le Chant Un Nom pour la vie," published by L'Harmatton. The musical composition will be performed by the Vashon Chorale in the April 2018 concerts. Laura translated Werther (French to English) for Vashon Opera which was performed in 2014. She translated a Ferdinand book and Giant John (English to French) "for fun."
"Where would we be without friends to play with and talk to? A Tall Tale about a Dachshund and a Pelican is a warm and loving story about how friendships can develop when diversity is honored and we truly listen to each other. This story will have great appeal for parents and young children as they discuss each creature's unique qualities and characteristics that eventually bind them together in friendship. As a former Early Childhood educator with 30 years in the classroom I can wholeheartedly recommend this delightful tale of friendship between two very different creatures. This tale would be a stimulating introduction to a variety of lessons in elementary science, language arts, social studies, health and art. A Tall Tale about a Dachshund and a Pelican: How a Friendship Came to Be belongs on every young child's bookshelf and in every elementary school library." ----Marianne Stewart, Retired Early Childhood Educator "Not only is A Tall Tale About a Dachshund and a Pelican beautifully illustrated by Scott Ward, but its author, Kizzie Jones has found a way to speak to children about a theme so very important in today's world: fear and concern about those who are not like us. Using a charming Dachshund and a stately pelican to illustrate the possibility that we can even be friends with those who are quite different from us, Jones has delivered an important story that parents can then follow up in meaningful conversation with their children. As a family therapist, I appreciate books like this one that entertain and leave a lasting message." ----Ellin Snow, MSW Clinical Social Worker"Congratulations Kizzie! I used this book for the kids in my church during their special sermon time. I had over twenty kids quiet, focused and engaged. And in our discussion time afterwards, it was clear they got it. Great book!" --Catherine Foote, Pastor University Congregational Church UCC, Seattle, WA.
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