Sally Skunkskin - Perry, Kathy J

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Résumé :
Kindness stinks! At least that's what Sally Skunkskin thinks. She's rude when the beaver minds his business. She's rude when the coyotes and foxes have fun. She's even rude when Sneaks the snake tries to help her. She's a blunt skunk who needs a lesson in manners. But will she ever learn to hold her tongue the way others hold their noses? She'd better because it's the only way Sally will ever enjoy the sweet smell of friendship. Sally Skunkskin: Grumbles to Grateful is a warm and gentle story about how to make friends and get along with others-even when you think no one likes you. This is book one of the Oakwoods series of early reader chapter books featuring under-appreciated woodland animals. Perfect for young readers transitioning from picture to chapter books. Features include: Sassoon Primary font - a proven easy-to-read font for beginning readers. Internal thoughts of the main character printed in color. (Useful for very early or struggling readers. They can read those while you read the rest aloud.) Children love color. Beautiful full-color illustrations with a hidden creature to find. What If? discussion questions. Some about the story, and others for application to real life. A glossary for new words. Did You Know? section with facts about the real animal. In this story you'll learn about the skunk....

Biographie:
As a young girl, I loved reading and writing. My favorite book when I was a middle-schooler was Adventures of Perrine. The historical, foreign setting attracted me. Most of all, I identified with Perrine and wanted to be like her: courageous, discerning, resourceful, and self-reliant. Written in the 1800s, it is no longer in print, but it inspired the writing of the Emeline series: A Journey and Finding Strength: During the Panic of 1893.A former teacher, my reason for writing is to provide today's youth with quality, relatable stories. I believe all stories, for good or bad, impact readers. We'll always value stories that illustrate moral character backed by biblical principles.I'm currently retired but work part-time as an administrative assistant while enjoying painting with watercolors, and baking. My husband of 43 years and I live north of the river in Kansas City, Missouri with our dog, Taz....

Sommaire:
Of the many jobs I've held in the past, including thirty-five years of designing and constructing stained glass windows part-time, teaching was one of the most enjoyable for me because investing in kids is so important. To this end, I continue to encourage good character with clean, moral stories kids and teens love to read. Good books make such an impact. Writing is hard work, but there's nothing like a good story to run off with your imagination. When things are flowing, it's like a vacation. Sometimes the best ideas come in the middle of the night.When not writing, you'll find me painting with watercolor, doing school visits, writing a blog, interviewing other writers, designing websites, working as an administrative assistant part-time, and renovating houses. Is this retirement? Apparently so! I'm loving every minute of it with my husband of 43 years....