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by A.J. Russo and
Myra Derbyshire
Illustrated by Mary
Alice Baumgardner
We are proud to
announce that Aerobella is a 2003 EPPIE finalist.
This international
ebook award is given by EPIC, the Electronically Published Internet
Connection.
Winner of the WordWeaving Award for Excellence
Myra stands holding her father's hand as they watch
their apartment building burn. Her father was only able to save
his briefcase. Myra saved her pet turtle, Aerobella, who watches
the fire with them. The fire is the impetus for her father to
tell Myra that it's time to let Aerobella go.
Myra's terribly saddened by her father's decision.
She and Aerobella have been together since she was four when she
promised to care for it and protect it. They are the best friends,
watching TV together and going for walks with Aerobella on a leash.
A lesson in letting go is gently rendered in AEROBELLA.
Perhaps the most graceful element of the book is knowing when
not to use words. The last couple of pages tell the story in simple
pictures, simply allowing a silent to tell the story. What a marvelous
opening for a parent to step in and fill the silence with the
words their own child needs, or for the child to say what they
think about the ending. Be careful, though. This story will touch
your heart, and may provoke a tear. The beauty of the tale and
the beautiful watercolor illustrations make AEROBELLA a must read.
Winner of the WordWeaving Award for Excellence.
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Very highly recommended
Abby is a goose with a deformed wing that lives on Assateague
Island in Virginia. She grew up with four brothers, but she was
never able to swim as well as they could, nor could she fly. When
they grew up and winter came, her brothers flew south with her
parents, leaving her alone on the island. Then one day Abby hears
a cry for help, and finds another goose with a deformed wing that
needs her help. Despite her limitations, Abby's heroic courage
saves the goose and her expected goslings.
Author AJ Russo's words flow as smoothly as the warm spring breeze
when the geese gather for their yearly reunion. Children will
love the heroic Abby who overcomes her limitations for the sake
of her new friend. Parents will appreciate the lessons to be learned
by this gently told tale. Rich illustrations and simple prose
make AJ Russo's children's book a perfect bedtime read. Readers
who enjoy ABBY will also want to read AEROBELLA, coauthored by
AJ Russo and Mary Alice Baumgardner. Very highly recommended.
Cindy Penn editor@wordweaving.com
Senior Editor, http://wordweaving.com
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Abby's Xmas Gift
by A.J. Russo
This children's book is about a Canada Goose, Abby, who has
a deformed wing. She lives on the Island of Assateague on the
northern coast of Virginia. She discovers a stranger who needs
her help on Xmas eve. Her strength and caring nature help to show
others that her disability doesn't effect who she really is.
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Flee, Flea!
by Mary Alice Baumgardner
It doesn't seem possible for dogs,cats, and people to co-exist
with these tiny pests. However, the story of Flee, Flea! offers
a peaceful resolution to an itchy dilemma. This upbeat story,
for pre-school through grade three, addresses non-violence in
dealing with conflicts.
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Ponies of Assateague
by A.J. Russo
This is a children's story about the ponies that live on the
island of Assateague.
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In this children's story, Isaac travels through a rain forest
to find the perfect tree so that he can use the wood for his boomerang.
What he discovers is more than he expected.
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