Books with author Anne Zimanski

This encyclopedia entry is written and illustrated by Joey J. Papagopolis, the twelve-year-old hero of Max Candee’s Globaloonies series.Witty and at times lough-out-loud funny, this book tells all there’s to know about T. rex - the most hilarious dinosaur of all times. I bet you didn’t even know that T. rex had so much comic potential.You’ll learn a bunch of important facts like:- Where does its name come from?- Why were its hands so tiny, and why was its head so big?- What did it eat, and how much did it poop?- Did it have any body odor problems, and why?- And many more...This book is intended for 6-10 year-old children who love to learn and laugh. Think of a school report gone wild. That’s the kind of book this is.This is a companion book to the Globaloonies time travel adventure series.Genre: children’s encyclopedia, ages 6-11.

Danielle-a-saurus is a fun and colorful children's book about a dinosaur who only wants to eat her favorite snack. In this silly rhyming story, she chases small stegosaurus throughout the forest and meets new friends who encourage her to try different foods. This book is fully illustrated in horizontal spreads, for kids aged 3-5. With hidden stegosaurus to find, funny pictures and lots of background characters, this book will keep kids entertained over and over again!

Middle school isn't easy for anyone, especially not Max Lapin. He gets bullied, has anxieties about almost everything (including seeing his own blood) and has a crush on the smartest girl in his class. But through it all, 12-year-old Max finds solace in his favorite sport. Soccer.When a government contractor destroys their favorite soccer pitch, Max falls into disarray. It doesn’t help that the meanest gang in school controls the town’s other soccer field.See the world through Max’s eyes as he learns his lessons about growing up — the joy of helping others, finding compromise, and talking to girls. The book is set in Soviet-era Russia, but Max’s experiences of being a kid are universal.Max must confront his fears to do what he loves. If he fails, he risks losing his friends, his passion for soccer, and the girl of his dreams. But, if he succeeds…Join the club of satisfied readers who call Max! “One of the best books ever,” “Extraordinarily enjoyable,” and “Inspirational.”Genre: humorous adventure for intelligent middle-grade kids.

As Max Lapin approaches his 13th birthday, he has no idea what incredible adventures his future holds.Max’s journeys take him from his tiny hometown of Belsk, Russia, to the bustling Russian capital Moscow, then to Alaska and beyond! Along the way, Max battles bullies at school, major changes at home, and threats to his very life. But his most difficult battle might be his blossoming feelings for his beautiful classmate, Tanya.He may fail, and he may succeed, but by focusing on what is right and putting others first, Max learns many life lessons as he struggles to grow up in a rapidly changing world. You’ll laugh, cry, worry, roll your eyes, and appreciate the challenges he is willing to face.Join Max, his wise Grandpa Anton, and precious beagle Charlie in Vic Connor’s series that devoted fans call “an extraordinarily enjoyable and fascinating story of a wonderful kid” and “a very funny story and at heart, a very inspiring one. Five stars!”Genre: Middle Grade — Humorous Adventure.

Max is back! This time with a new mission.Inspired by a motivational speaker, Max volunteers to help the disabled children at the local orphanage. While at it, he uncovers a secret that changes his perspective and sets him on a collision course with his old rival, Tolik.Grandpa Anton offers his advice, Tanya and Alex offer their support, but it’s up to Max to take action. Follow Max on his greatest quest yet, as he journeys from his hometown, through bitter cold and near starvation, to the biggest city in all of Russia.Along the way, Max must conquer his own problems so he could help others with theirs. Finally, he realizes a profound truth: Sometimes the best way to deal with your enemies is to help them.Another hit in the series from Vic Connor, Max! 2: Stressed is a fast-paced adventure that both returning fans and first-time readers will love!Genre: Middle Grade — Humorous Adventure.

Max lives a comfortable life in Russia, surrounded by friends, family, and his beloved beagle Charlie. Just then, his father accepts a job offer in Alaska — and Max’s entire world flips upside down.Forced to leave his precious pup and his sweetheart Tanya behind, Max begrudgingly travels to the American tundra. In a foreign place, full of strange people, Max struggles to fit in, until a burgeoning new friendship leads to adventures he will never forget.Max learns to ride a Snowmobile, bathes in natural hot springs, and witnesses the astounding beauty of the Northern Lights. He begins to appreciate his new home, until a terrible accident strands him in a brutal snowstorm… for once, Max’s anxieties are well placed.Pushed to the brink by the Alaskan wilderness, Max discovers a new strength he never knew he had.Genre: Middle Grade — Humorous Adventures.

Funny. Engaging. Inspiring. It’s not easy being twelve and in middle school. It’s even harder when a gang of tough older kids takes away your only soccer field. And it doesn’t help that Max is a kid who tends to get a little overly anxious about almost everything. But, all those problems are nothing compared to the crush Max Lapin has on a girl named Tanya, who is smart, nice, a lot taller than he figures he’ll ever be. This book may be set in the fascinating time and place of 1983 in the Soviet Union, but the experiences Max has are universal to all times and all places. Readers, both boys and girls, will love meeting Max, his wonderful and wise grandpa, and all the funny, kind, and sometimes not so nice characters in his life.

Joey Papagopolis is your typical 10-year-old. Like most boys that age, Joey has a pet chameleon named Larry and a mysterious Big Red Button that can transport the two of them through time and space to the far reaches of the planet... Hey, wait a second, that's not typical at all! In fact, that's pretty amazing — which is why you will want to follow along as Joey and Larry set off on their first Big Red Button adventure. An absent-minded wish and an accidental pressing of the button land Joey and Larry smack in the middle of a conflict between a Native American tribe and some English settlers. Are their lives in danger? Can Joey resolve the conflict? Will Larry teach them all how to line dance? Does Larry even know how to line dance? The answers to these questions and more await you in the fun and fantastic adventure of The Big Red Button. - - -70+ illustrated pages (may vary by device). Humorous illustrations by Anne Zimanski. Genre: children's adventure and fantasy chapter books, ages 6-11.NEW: Purchase this eBook and get the Audiobook for children FREE! Now you have the option to read the book or relax and listen to the story unfold with the Audiobook version. You can also add the ability to say Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg to your skill set!

Question: What do you get when you let a 10-year-old boy write and illustrate encyclopedia entries? Answer: Something that is so much fun, you might not even realize you’re learning stuff!Joey J. Papagopolis, the child hero of Max Candee’s Globaloonies series has authored this educational yet hilarious book on the world of sharks.By the time you’ve stopped snickering, you’ll know:-Why are sharks so popular? -Who are the remoras and what do they eat? -Can some sharks walk?-Wht happens when a shark loses a tooth? -And so much more!This book is intended for 6-10 year-old children who love to learn and laugh. Think of a school report gone wild — that's the kind of book this is.This is a companion book to the Globaloonies time travel adventure series.Genre: children’s encyclopedia, ages 6-11.

Meet Upside Down Wally. A dog with his own view. You see, Wally doesn’t see life in the same way as other dogs do or even as people do; Wally sees life from an upside-down position! Join him as he travels throughout his home following various members of his ‘human’ family around. We see Wally in the den, the kitchen and in the garden where he’s in for a great big surprise. Upside Down Wally is a beautifully illustrated colorful story book with an exceptionally clever concept, which your children will adore. If they flip the book upside-down they can see the same view as Wally, and not only that but they will be able to see other smaller images that can only be discovered if they look through the eyes of Wally. Wally is a happy little dog with a very "waggy" tail that just doesn’t stop wagging! Adults and children alike will thoroughly enjoy the story of Upside Down Wally.

Tyler’s Pumpkin Patch is a story of childhood innocence. It is a simple yet spellbinding story that will capture the magic and wonder of your child’s imagination, encouraging them to dream and to always believe in their dreams. As we travel on our journey through life, we tend to forget how to use our imagination... but with Tyler’s Pumpkin Patch, you're invited to use yours again with your child. Tyler has a dream, a big dream. He is also a determined boy with an abundance of faith in his dream. There is nothing quite as inspiring as a child brimming with motivation and endless energy. Let yourself relive the emotions of childhood through your child’s eyes as they are enchanted by Tyler’s dream; allow yourself to feel that you are truly capable of doing anything. Childhood has changed through the years... Tyler’s Pumpkin Patch whisks the reader along the sidewalk of days gone by. A time before technology took a child’s interest as much. A time when the pure wonder of simply being a kid was the most important thing. Life should be an adventure when you are young... As you read Tyler’s Pumpkin Patch allow the words and bright illustrations to weave their bewitching spell upon you as much as your child, remember how to dream... and be inspired never to stop.