Wallaby the Wannabe a Celebration in Diversity and Acceptance
The Connecticut Press is proud to announce the publication of an acclaimed children's title, Wallaby the Wannabe, by Milford, CT educator Bonnie Feuer.
Monroe, CT, February 08, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Wallaby the Wannabe is a Celebration in Diversity ad Acceptance.
Educators are calling new children’s book “a classic in the making.”
The Connecticut Press is delighted to announce the publication of Wallaby the Wannabe by Connecticut educator Bonnie Feuer, with illustrations by Connecticut native, Sharai Platt. Inspired by more than 20 years of teaching in the primary grades, this beautifully written and illustrated children’s story transports readers and listeners into the exotic world of the Australian Outback, where Wallaby hops her way through an unforgettable adventure in self-discovery. On her journey, she visits an array of enchanting habitats and native Australian animals, all drawn in endearing realism. A celebration of differences between its various characters, Wallaby the Wannabe promotes a universal message of diversity and acceptance in reminding us all to appreciate ourselves for who we are – certainly a critically important message to convey amid growing national concern over bullying.
“I have been sharing this story with school children for many years,” Feuer says, adding that several of her colleagues have long encouraged her to publish Wallaby the Wannabe do children everywhere might enjoy what some are calling a soon-to-be classic.
“One fellow teacher called it a ‘must-have’ book for parents and teachers read-aloud collections,” Feuer reveals. Another praises Feuer for her artful weaving of poetry and prose into an engrossing tale that teaches children far more than they realize they are learning. Captivating, entertaining, educational, Wallaby the Wannabe is destined to become a cherished selection in any library.
Copies of the book, which is suitable for ages 3 – 9, are available at www.connecticutpress.com; Barnes and Noble.com and Amazon.com.
Published by The Connecticut Press, the book is available in both hard cover and soft cover editions:
- Wallaby the Wannabe ISBN 978-0-9825468-7-1, hard cover, 30 full-color illustrations, $18.50.
- Wallaby the Wannabe ISBN 978-0-9825468-6-4, soft cover, 30 full-color illustrations, $14.50.
For more information on Wallaby the Wannabe, to obtain images, or to arrange for a reading and author signing event, contact The Connecticut Press at 1.203.268.6784, send us an email at pjmalia@connecticutpress.com, or visit us on the Web at http://www.connecticutpress.com.
Contact:
Peter J. Malia
The Connecticut Press
135 Church Street Monroe, CT
1.203.268.6784
pjmalia@connecticutpress.com
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Educators are calling new children’s book “a classic in the making.”
The Connecticut Press is delighted to announce the publication of Wallaby the Wannabe by Connecticut educator Bonnie Feuer, with illustrations by Connecticut native, Sharai Platt. Inspired by more than 20 years of teaching in the primary grades, this beautifully written and illustrated children’s story transports readers and listeners into the exotic world of the Australian Outback, where Wallaby hops her way through an unforgettable adventure in self-discovery. On her journey, she visits an array of enchanting habitats and native Australian animals, all drawn in endearing realism. A celebration of differences between its various characters, Wallaby the Wannabe promotes a universal message of diversity and acceptance in reminding us all to appreciate ourselves for who we are – certainly a critically important message to convey amid growing national concern over bullying.
“I have been sharing this story with school children for many years,” Feuer says, adding that several of her colleagues have long encouraged her to publish Wallaby the Wannabe do children everywhere might enjoy what some are calling a soon-to-be classic.
“One fellow teacher called it a ‘must-have’ book for parents and teachers read-aloud collections,” Feuer reveals. Another praises Feuer for her artful weaving of poetry and prose into an engrossing tale that teaches children far more than they realize they are learning. Captivating, entertaining, educational, Wallaby the Wannabe is destined to become a cherished selection in any library.
Copies of the book, which is suitable for ages 3 – 9, are available at www.connecticutpress.com; Barnes and Noble.com and Amazon.com.
Published by The Connecticut Press, the book is available in both hard cover and soft cover editions:
- Wallaby the Wannabe ISBN 978-0-9825468-7-1, hard cover, 30 full-color illustrations, $18.50.
- Wallaby the Wannabe ISBN 978-0-9825468-6-4, soft cover, 30 full-color illustrations, $14.50.
For more information on Wallaby the Wannabe, to obtain images, or to arrange for a reading and author signing event, contact The Connecticut Press at 1.203.268.6784, send us an email at pjmalia@connecticutpress.com, or visit us on the Web at http://www.connecticutpress.com.
Contact:
Peter J. Malia
The Connecticut Press
135 Church Street Monroe, CT
1.203.268.6784
pjmalia@connecticutpress.com
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