Counting to ten is so much fun with this colorful and lyrical book. Count 1, 2, 3, With Me by Connie Arnold will be released by 4RV Publishing on November 10th. One turtle creeps around during the day and at night his shell becomes his bed. Two arms hugs those we hold dear, while three boys wrestle with dad. Puppies, kids, cars, and more fill this wonderful book.
Vibrant and colorful artwork from Ginger Nielson accompanies Arnold’s rhymes. A perfect match in one book that youngsters will turn to time and again as they learn to count.
You can pre-order this book now at http://www.4rvpublishingcatalog.com/arnold.php
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Publisher: 4RV Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-940310-12-1
I received a free PDF of this book from the author. This review contains my honest opinion, which I have not been compensated for in any way.
This post is part of Connie Arnold’s tour for Count 1,2,3 With Me and Peaceful Moments of Love and Light. Readers can comment to receive entries to drawings for three prizes – set of three candle holders, signed copy of Connie’s first book, and framed sunset print with one of her inspirational verses.
Purchase books from Connie’s website, http://www.conniearnold.webs.com or Amazon, http://www.amazon.com/Connie-Arnold/e/B004TX69MM/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1383420811&sr=1-2-ent or (for children’s book) 4RV Publishing, http://www.4rvpublishingcatalog.com/arnold.php (or for devotional) http://www.rpjandco1417.com/apps/webstore/products/category/693685?page=1
Details about the blog tour, prizes and schedule are on Connie’s blog, http://conniearnold.blogspot.com/
Sometimes during the holidays there are those days that the weather is really not that great outdoors.
When that time comes, and the holidays are close at hand, it is fun to make these great little angel decorations.
They don't need to be angels, they can be snowmen, or cookie cutter people or critters.
Here is the recipe for CLAY DOUGH you can bake. If you cannot see it clearly, click on it to enlarge the image.
Sometimes if your dough gets too dry, just wet your own hands a little bit and knead the dough some more to soften it. I keep it covered while I work. Using a damp paper towel works well.
These are fun to make and can be hung on a Christmas tree or in a window.
By Luisa LaFleur, The Children’s Book Review
Published: November 28, 2010
Flying Poodles: A Christmas Story
by Karen Morss (Author), Ginger Neilson (Illustrator)
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 33 pages (iPhone and iPad apps also available)
Publisher: Poodle Dog Publishers (2010)
Source of book: Author
Flying Poodles: A Christmas Story begins with a slight variation on one of the most well-loved lines in all holiday literature. Instead of “Twas the night before Christmas,” Karen Morss starts her story off with “Twas two nights before Christmas” and proceeds to tell a jolly tale of adventure and rescue. Santa’s reindeer are sick and it doesn’t appear likely that they’ll be able to pull the sleigh on Christmas night. What are Santa and Mrs. Claus to do? Why, just pull out their cell phones and text Santa’s sister Sally for help, of course. She rushes over with her sleigh pulled by a team of poodles. Although she tries to nurse the reindeer back to health, they’ll be too weak to pull the sleigh and deliver the toys. So the poodles step up and volunteer for the job. But will they be up to the test?
The title of the story kind of gives away the ending but it’s a charming book with lovely illustrations and a very kind message. And in keeping with the holiday spirit, the author will make a donation to the Smile Train, an international organization that provides cleft lip and cleft palate surgery to children in need, for every book sold.
Add this book to your collection: Flying Poodles: A Christmas Story
This is one I am working on.. the finish will be pen and ink and maybe a bit of digital. Right now I am in the exploration stage, but loving the adventure I am able to create in this musty old library.
I love the idea of old books, old libraries, and older people who still love to read and explore.
Stella is one of those avid readers. She belongs to three separate book clubs and is the host of an online bookblogger club. Her friend Jerome, however is rather a loner. He loves to haunt the rare bookshelves for some timeless novel or historic fiction. Uh oh.... looks like he dropped something.
Never mind.. Stella will catch it. Hmmmmmmm... but what will she find and what will she do next?
Thank you so much for being a valuable part of my blog tour and for the great review! Prize drawing winners will be announced on both of my blogs tomorrow. Best wishes to all!
I love this. Great review! I agree this is a read over and over type story.
Robyn, I agree that it’s a great review. Hopefully children will want it again and again and will learn to count really well!
Sounds so cute. Congrats, Connie. I wish you well with this.