Books with author Andrea Wesson

Miss Wright is a writer. She enjoys her work. Each day she sits at her desk and writes stories with marvelous characters who live exciting lives. But, except for the click-click-click of the keyboard, it is quiet in Miss Wright's office. Too quiet. And too lonely. So Miss Wright decides she needs a pet to keep her company. But finding the perfect pet may not be as easy as it sounds. A mynah bird is too quiet, a cat makes her sleepy, and a hamster running around on its wheel makes Miss Wright dizzy. What's a lonely writer to do? As the happy ending to her story, Miss Wright finds not only the perfect pet but also the perfect helpmate to her work. Judy Young's books with Sleeping Bear Press include the recently released A Book for Black-Eyed Susan and The Hidden Bestiary of Marvelous, Mysterious, and (maybe even) Magical Creatures. Judy speaks at schools and conferences across the country. She lives near Springfield, Missouri. Andrea Wesson studied at the Rhode Island School of Design and has illustrated several picture books, including Not Just Another Moose, Opera Cat, and Argus. She lives in Maryland and would love to live in Miss Wright's house by the beach (but not with a monkey).

Miss Wright is a writer. She enjoys her work. Each day she sits at her desk and writes stories with marvelous characters who live exciting lives. But, except for the click-click-click of the keyboard, it is quiet in Miss Wright’s office. Too quiet. And too lonely.So Miss Wright decides she needs a pet to keep her company.But finding the perfect pet may not be as easy as it sounds. A mynah bird is too quiet, a cat makes her sleepy, and a hamster running around on its wheel makes Miss Wright dizzy. What’s a lonely writer to do?As the happy ending to her story, Miss Wright finds not only the perfect pet but also the perfect helpmate to her work.

From a brand-new author-illustrator team comes a humorous, heartwarming story about a special relationship between a cat and her owner. Alma the cat lives with Madame SoSo, an opera diva. When Madame rehearses, Alma softly sings along. Madame doesn’t know Alma’s secret—in fact, she doesn’t pay Alma much attention at all. But on the night of the big performance, Madame comes down with laryngitis . . . and at last Alma is given a chance to prove she is no ordinary animal. Accompanied by vivid, detail-filled illustrations, this story will resonate with anyone—feline or human—who has ever longed for a moment in the spotlight.

Welcome to Mrs. Applebee's class! In this introductory book, readers meet the best class in the whole world. Journey with Mrs. Applebee as she introduces her multicultural classroom of 4 and 5 year olds. These energetic and adorable children learn new, fun, and creative lessons everyday. Readers quickly grow to love and admire the diversity of the Sunshine Band. Watch as Mrs. Applebee helps Jazz, Gabrielle, Cameron, and the rest of the class discover that "LEARNING IS FUN"!!! The repetition in this story and appealing illustrations are perfect for children, ages 3-6. Additionally, this picture book is great for students, of all ages, who are learning English as a Second Language. (ESL) Educational Value includes: 1. Rhythm and repetition 2. Simple sentences and phrases 3. Sight words, nouns, and pronouns 4. Bright and vivid illustrations 5. A fun, creative, and highly interactive review of key characters, vocabulary words and more