If God Were an Elephant

Black Bear and his friends-Yellow Bird, Red Squirrel, Green Grasshopper, Gray Wolf, Little Raccoon, Painted Pony and Brown Moose-love playing together in the beautiful outdoors. They are the best of friends! One day when they are all playing, they discover that they don't agree on an idea. This causes the good friends to argue and almost get into a fight. But with the help of Wise Old Owl, they learn how to listen to each other. Then they find that when they listen, they can work together to find a solution to any problem big or small.

This book is an exceptional teaching and learning experience for kids from 5 to 8. But its messages apply to any age, including adults. It teaches about listening to each other, hearing what is being said, expressing your thoughts and then arriving at a great solution together.

The illustrations are amazing. They are colorful, fun and help to convey the message. As a bonus, there are free coloring pages that can be downloaded. This will also help kids engage with the book.

Kids, parents and teachers will love this book. The lessons will last a lifetime!

Author: Bonnie Jean
Publisher: Dexter Street Books
Published: 10/24/2023
Pages: 38
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.24lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.10d
ISBN: 9781733788649

About the Author
Jean, Bonnie: - Bonnie Jean is a storyteller. As a writer and photographer, her unique way of looking at life is the basis of every tale she tells. She gets her inspiration from things she sees as she walks through the world or from things that come into her life-her own personal adventures. "I try to look at things in different ways," Bonnie says. "It's important to see things and experience life from different viewpoints." She believes that both education and life experiences are important. "Keep an open mind and stay flexible," she advises, "so you can master the adaptability needed to face and move through many of life's challenges." This broad worldview is key to Bonnie's writings. The first book she wrote, If God Were an Elephant (available in 2023), is all about valuing other points of view in life and how to work together so see the full picture. In her MacKenzie series, Bonnie Jean's main character, a 6-year-old girl, explores adventurous and fun ways to meet challenges and devise her own solutions. The first book in that series, MacKenzie's Thoughts on Hugs, was published in October 2021.Bonnie Jean's distinctive outlook drives her characters to creative thinking when faced with questions or obstacles. And that's what makes her books so much fun to read!Fronapfel, Eric: - Eric Fronapfel was born and raised in Colorado, the ninth of ten children! He and his wife, Melanie, were married in 1993. They are the parents of three wonderful sons, Zachary, Alec, and Keenan. Eric earned his Master's Degree in Creative Arts and Education in 2004 and spent 16 years teaching art in Loveland, Colorado, where he worked on creating curriculum for middle and high school art. Now a freelance artist with his own painting business, Eric has dedicated his life and career to creating, enhancing, and teaching art to children. He has illustrated ten books before this one. "I love doing artwork to be enjoyed by children of all ages. This has been a dream for me for as long as I can remember. Art, in all forms, is my life."Gorelka, Laurie: - Laurie Casselberry has over 30 years of experience in art direction, typography, design, and print production. She has designed and produced over 200 books for publishing companies and independent authors as well as several magazines and newsprint publications. She currently resides in Durango, Colorado. When not working, she can be found bumbling about in the high country with her dog.

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