Complete Publications
New Books:
YOUR MOMMY WAS JUST LIKE YOU
by Kelly Bennett
G.P. Putnam's Sons, March 2011
ISBN: 978-0-399-24798-9
Once upon a time — according to Grandma — Mommy loved getting messy, wearing kooky costumes and collecting dandelion fluff. Sometimes she was a terror, but most of the time she was a sweet potato. Just like her own little girl today!
YOUR DADDY WAS JUST LIKE YOU
by Kelly Bennett
(G.P. Putnam’s Sons, March 2010)
ISBN: 978-0-399-25258-7
Kids love to hear stories about their parents as children and this funny and loving ode to little boys and the dads they grow up to become is guaranteed to delight three generations at once. Fabulous for Father’s Day, Grandparent’s Day and Everyday!
DAD AND POP
by Kelly Bennett
(Candlewick Press, March 2010)
ISBN: 978-0-7636-3379-0
This Ode to Fathers and Stepfathers is perfect for Father’s Day! Dad and Stepdad have one important thing in common in a blended-family scenario many readers will happily recognize.
Featured Titles:
DANCE, Y'ALL, DANCE
by Kelly Bennett
(Bright Sky Press, fall 2009)
ISBN: 9781978933972
Set to the rhythm of a Country Swing dance, this rhyming picture book two-steps readers through a lively night at the Dance Hall.
Not Norman: A Goldfish Story
by Kelly Bennett
(Candlewick Press, Spring 2005)
ISBN-10: 0763623849 — Hardcover
ISBN-13: 978-0763623845 — Hardcover
ISBN-10: 0763627631 — Paperback
ISBN-13: 978-0763627638 — Paperback
Norman the goldfish isn't what this little boy had in mind. He wanted a different kind of pet--one that could run and catch, or chase string and climb trees, a soft furry pet to sleep on his bed at night. Definitely not Norman. But when he tries to trade Norman for a "good pet," things don't go as he planned. Could it be that Norman is a better pet than he thought?
Spider Spins A Story: Fourteen Legends from Native America, compiled by Jill Max
(RISING MOON, 1998)
ISBN: 0873586115 — Hardcover
ISBN-10: 087358936X — Paperback
ISBN-13: 978-0873589369 — Paperback
Fourteen Native American Legends including the Kiowa, Zuni, Cherokee, Hopi, Lakota, and Muskogee, featuring the spider character in various forms, and illustrated by six Native American Artists. 1998 Oklahoma Book Award Finalist.
Strangers in Black: A Young Boy's Struggle to Survive
in Khmer Rouge Cambodia
by Jill Max
(Royal Fireworks Press, 2006)
ISBN-13: 978-0880926171
Mok is nine when the Khmer Rouge take control of Cambodia. In one day, his world changes forever and he is thrown into a desperate struggle to survive.
More Titles:
Chesapeake Bay by Kelly Bennett
(Children’s Press, 2006)
ISBN: 0516297023
A Rookie Read-About Geography Book, Ages 4-8.
An introduction to the bodies of water, bridges, industry and lifestyles around Chesapeake Bay.
Delaware by Kelly Bennett
(Children’s Press, 2004)
ISBN: 0516227521
A Rookie Read-About Geography Book, Ages 4-8.
An introduction to Delaware State including regions, industries, bodies of water and people.
Arbor Day by Kelly Bennett
(Children’s Press, 2003)
ISBN: 0516228617
A Rookie Read-About Holiday Book, Ages 4-8.
A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of Arbor Day.
Flag Day by Kelly Bennett
(Children’s Press, 2003)
ISBN: 0516228825
A Rookie Read-About Holiday Book, Ages 4-8.
A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities on Flag Day, including basic flag etiquette.
Annie’s High Sea Adventure by Jill Max
(Garrett Educational Corp, 1991)
ISBN: 1560740272
Annie and Captain Cade rescue rabbits Bobo and Dot when a storm at sea capsizes their little red sailboat. Story inspired by Marek Mann’s illustrations.
Annie’s City Adventure by Jill Max
(Garrett Educational Corp., 1991)
ISBN: 1560740310
Annie and her best friend Kate explore the city and have adventures on different kinds of transportation. Story inspired by Marek Mann’s illustrations.
Cokolina and the Wild Island by Jill Max
(Garrett Educational Corp, 1991)
ISBN: 15607403209
Cokolina discovers the shifting island she lives on is actually a newly awakened dinosaur, who then takes her on a trip around the world. Story inspired by Dorothy Bohlke’s illustrations.
Dino the Star Keeper by Jill Max
(Garrett Educational Corp., 1991)
ISBN: 1560740280
Wondering who keeps the stars, Josh falls asleep and dreams that he flies among the dinosaur star keepers. Story inspired by Marek Mann’s illustrations.
Sherlick Hound and the Valentine Mystery
by Kelly Goldman & Ronnie Davidson
(Albert Whitman & Co., 1989)
ISBN: 0807573353
When Princess Penelope Poodle's ruby collar is stolen at her Valentine's Day party, detective Sherlick Hound doggedly checks out Dogtown's high society until he finds the thief.