“Dogged determination in the face of challenges drives this delightful story.”
“The matter-of-fact narrative offers young readers a glimpse of Dexter’s thoughts and emotions, while Kelso’s eye-catching illustrations, featuring saturated hues of green and blue, are cartoon-style realistic. Dexter cuts an exuberant figure. Dogged determination in the face of challenges drives this delightful story.”
— Kirkus
“a nonfiction overview of the little-covered nudibranch”
“Children will enjoy the brightly colored, digitally generated images, which have an animated feel; a bonus is the (labeled) depiction of other types of marine life, which will allow readers to extend the learning by discussing more than the starring nudibranch.”
— Booklist
“A Charming Cast Of Characters!”
“An original storyline populated by a charming cast of characters, “Sleepy Sea” is certain to become a bedtime, and nap time favorite. This hardcover picture book edition of “Sleepy Sea” from Gnome Road Publishing is an extraordinary and highly recommended addition to family, elementary school, and community library collections.”
— Midwest Book Review
“an enjoyable exploration of the diversity of the animal kingdom”
“Alongside dozens of interesting tooth facts, humorous dialogue and wordplay keep the reading light and fun while reminding readers that looking different from others is okay.”
— Dr. Jen Harrison, The Children’s Book Review
“Illustrations that illuminate”
“With a lyrical, rhyming text, and illustrations that illuminate and bring warmth to an otherwise dark and damp environment, “In A Cave” is a kid friendly, fun and fascinating journey into a subterranean world filled with dazzling cave formations and cave-dwelling creatures!”
— Midwest Book Review
“Watch readers Realize the importance of listening!”
If you need a little assistance in explaining to your child how important it is to listen and pay attention in life, then this adorably humorous and informational fiction book about quails is for you. This story is filled with valuable information disguised to attract all kinds of readers. Add a little humor, fun illustrations, and watch readers realize the importance of listening!
— Tina Shepardson, The Lil’ Leaders Podcast
“Inspires curiosity and a love of nature!”
My kids and I read this book slowly, savoring the stunning illustrations. Immediately when we finished reading, they were eager to go outside and play, which is the ultimate compliment! This will become a quick favorite of ours!”
— TG Reads, Amazon Book Review
Bonnie Kelso 