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The Time Machine: Because It's Never Too Late to Apologize by Pauline David-Sax
Published by Cardinal Rule Press
World rights available
Age Range: 4 - 10
Bailey's building a time machine... not to visit ancient Egypt or King Arthur's court, but to take her to last Thursday. That’s the day she said the Thing that made her best friend so mad.
But when it's complete, Bailey discovers the only thing harder than building a time machine is having the courage to revisit a moment you regret.
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This story for young children is deceptively simple, offering moral guidance and emotional intelligence without being preachy. I also enjoyed the illustrations. Bailey has said something horrible to her best friend Nia (we never learn what, leaving space for the reader's imagination) and now she just can't seem to apologize. Building a time machine to go back to just before she said The Thing seems the only way out of her misery ... unless, maybe, there is another solution?—Kathleen F., Cardinal Rule Press website
Award-winning author and a longtime educator, Pauline David-Sax, likes to think of writing as a time machine that allows her to revisit the past, examine the present and explore the future. She is the author of the picture book Everything In Its Place as well as several plays. Pauline lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Buddy The Bucket Filler: Daily Choices For Happiness by
Maria Dismondy and Carol McCloud
Published by Cardinal Rule Press
World rights available
Age Range: 4 -10
Buddy, a boy who lives in the city, can’t wait to visit his Uncle Frank, who lives in the countryside. Chicken coop and farm animals… there’s never a dull moment when hanging out on a farm. When Buddy’s dad drops him off at Uncle Frank’s, he gives Buddy his allowance.
Buddy can spend the money on anything he wants! This will be the best week ever! How will Buddy choose to spend his allowance? Find out through this heartfelt story that illustrates the concept of bucket filling (co authored by Carol McCloud, the author of the Bucket Filler series of books) – acts of kindness that increases happiness for all.
There is a free Reader’s Guide for children. The guide contains interactive lesson plans that deepen comprehension and encourage critical thinking skills.
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This is an enduring inter-generational story, demonstrating the practical acts of doing Bucketfilling. Buddy, and his great uncle Frank enjoy a summer week on a rural farm together, similar to his father‘s memories. The joy of sharing Bucketfilling is contagious! The illustrations are very sweet, and the overall message of the story is that kindness produces peace, joy, and love!—Amazon review
Maria Dismondy is the founder of Cardinal Rule Press. Before devoting her work to the publishing industry and children’s mental health, Maria was a teacher. She finds inspiration for her work in her daily life and strives to make a difference in the lives of children in her work around social emotional learning. Maria can be found walking her dogs and on adventures with her husband and three children in Southeast Michigan.
Carol McCloud, the “Bucket Lady”, is the author of ten books, which began with the ever-popular Have You Filled a Bucket Today? A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids in 2006. By trade, Carol is a speaker, author, and certified emotional intelligence trainer. Her books have sold more than three million copies and have been translated into many different languages and in different formats. A champion for bucket filling, Carol works with a powerful presenter team who strive to help people of all ages and occupations lead happier lives by growing in kindness, self-control, resilience, and forgiveness.
What the Bread Says: Baking with Love, History, and Papan by Vanessa García
Published by Cardinal Rule Press
World rights available
Age Range: 4 -10
Baking with Papan is always an adventure as stories swirl in the kitchen. Join Papan and Vanessa as they go from the bumpy Pyrenees Mountains into fancy Paris and to the tropical island of Cuba while kneading, dancing and singing along the way.
Based on a true story, this was how Vanessa Garcia (author) learned to bake bread with her grandfather when she was a little girl. While baking together, her grandfather told her incredible stories of his life. Through his stories, Vanessa learned about her roots and the power of love and family.
Get a copy of What the Bread Says and celebrate family, cultures, and the resilience of the human spirit. Grab an apron and come find out what the bread says! Free bread recipe included in the book for additional quality time with your reader.
There is also a free Reader’s Guide for children. The guide contains interactive lesson plans that deepen comprehension and encourage critical thinking skills.
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Through the words in this beautifully written story I was able to share with my children about our family’s culture and how all is connected, no matter where we are in the world. The language of family, tradition, and most importantly love is deeply felt in this book. As a teacher who simply loves reading stories this is a must have in your collection of children’s book.—Amazon review
Vanessa García has written and worked for Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and Caillou. She also writes plays, articles, and novels too! She bakes bread with her son and daughter in their Miami kitchen all the time, passing down Papan’s recipes.
Cardinal Rule Press produces high-quality children’s literature that empowers children through timeless messages of hope, courage and the Golden Rule.
