Georgia

“Finally, a fun, informative read-aloud that teachers can use to complement science curriculum! Rosalind and Maggie are right on track with this enchanting, scenic adventure through the regions of Georgia. Students will enjoy the memorable ride!” —Kim Judge, third-grade teacher, Marietta, GA  “A fun, engaging, and educational story that keeps children entertained while immersing themselves in the story. Readers and listeners of all ages will enjoy this fun ride across Georgia!”  —Gary Parkes, events manager, FoxTale Book Shoppe  “As a bookstore owner and former teacher, I highly recommend this book for young students studying Georgia history. The story is very engaging and it will definitely spark their interest in learning more about our amazing state of Georgia.” —Christine Persson, owner, The School Box bookstore  “Visiting each of the five regions gives readers a window into some of the history and wonder of our state. I also enjoyed the extra information about each region and the beautiful illustrations that add so much more!”        —Lyssa Sahadevan, teacher and author  “Rosalind and Maggie bring the five regions of Georgia to life through this picturesque train ride! This is a much-needed resource for teachers!”                      —Stacy Yarus, third-grade teacher, Marietta, GA  Rosalind Bunn and her daughter, Maggie Bunn, collaborate with talented illustrator Keller Pyle for a ride across the state of Georgia. Ready for adventure, a young boy hops aboard a special train for a memorable journey visiting the state’s historic and visual treasures in a book suited for bedtime explorations and classroom education.

Playful, bouncing rhymes and bright, colorful illustrations guide young readers as they eat their way through the peachiest state in the nation. Pecan pie, fried chicken, shrimp and grits, okra, collard greens, BBQ, and every Georgia treat a child can desire fuel imaginations in this region-by-region tour of the Goober State. (Did you know a goober is a peanut?) During their exploration, children encounter history, landmarks, geography, and more. So sit back with a juicy peach and bag of hot boiled peanuts and get to know the greatest state around.

Barnacle Brown is a seafaring hound, but even he is surprised by the dangerous storm that sinks his boat and leaves him stranded in the ocean, far from home. Thank goodness he wore his life jacket! But there is no way that even a hound as brave as Barnacle Brown can swim through the ocean’s waves and back to shore all by himself. Just when the pup fears all is lost, a friendly loggerhead turtle arrives to bring him safely back to the beach. One good turn deserves another so he promises to help Loggerhead Lou, his new friend, protect her vulnerable hatchlings on their own journeys to the sea. This sweet tale of helping those in need contains a fact sheet about loggerhead turtles and includes ways young readers can play a part in protecting this endangered species.

What do you get when you cross a read-aloud storybook with a write-in memory book? Magic moments between kids and adults! The Lucky to Live in Georgia book is the perfect tool to jump-start meaningful conversations between generations. Read-aloud rhymes set up interesting topics. Then write-in prompts invite children to record their own views to create a personal Peach State keepsake. The real gift lies in the interactive nature of the book as it offers the perfect opportunity for adults to share their own stories and wisdom about such issues as friendship, community, team spirit, and other topics that help develop a child's social and emotional skills. Customized Georgia content—from favorite local cuisine (peach pie) to interesting attractions (Jekyll Island)—provides an even more personalized experience.

Read-aloud time is about to get a lot more fun!   The Georgia Wise Animal Handbook offers laugh-out-loud animal kingdom advice for kids of every age! Engaging animal photos entertain while charming read-aloud rhymes help jump-start conversations about practical life solutions. The Read Together/Do Together™ experience continues with pull out coloring pages in the back of the book featuring fun facts about special Peach State animals including the bobwhite quail and tiger swallowtail butterfly. Enjoy the opportunity to share your own practical wisdom with your favorite little one as you read-aloud… and laugh-aloud….again and again.