Books with author Cathy Morrison

Sometimes the most difficult choice is the only one you can make.Maggie knows the abuse she endured as a little girl isn't all that defines her. She's a strong student, varsity athlete, good person--but she's careful not to let anyone close. Because letting someone in means risking the truth, and the truth didn't work so well for her the first time. Now there's this great guy. He makes her think that maybe she could be normal. Maybe she could be happy. Just when life is looking good, the man who abused her barges back into her life, and she discovers another little girl is in danger. She can continue to hide her past--or confront it and risk her hard-won happiness. This time the choice will be hers.*Abuse is not depicted in a graphic manner. A Readers' Guide and link to resources appear at the end of the book. Praise for Say Something"We need more great books like Say Something that speak truth to our youth...Stories matter. This is an important book for every teenager, every parent and every adult who cares about children." Kim Shirk, LPC "Sometimes it is very difficult for adults to understand the tribulations teenagers have to go through on a daily basis. The author does a beautiful job describing the inner workings of Maggie. No matter the age, I feel like this is a must read. All in all, this novel is one of the best I have ever read and I am a book nerd." Aubree, high school student "Cathy Morrison's young adult novel Say Something brings Maggie to life, a strong female protagonist whose voice rings true and speaks to today's times. Readers will quickly be drawn into this compelling, important story and race to the end, but the novel's powerful message will stay with them long after its last page." Lisa McWain, High School Teacher

Sometimes the most difficult choice is the only one you can make.Maggie knows the abuse she endured as a little girl isn't all that defines her. She's a strong student, varsity athlete, good person--but she's careful not to let anyone close. Because letting someone in means risking the truth, and the truth didn't work so well for her the first time.Now there's this great guy. He makes her think that maybe she could be normal. Maybe she could be happy.Just when life is looking good, the man who abused her barrels back into her life, and she discovers another little girl is in danger. She can continue to hide her past--or confront it and risk her hard-won happiness.This time the choice will be hers.* Abuse is not depicted in a graphic manner.Praise for Say Something"We need more great books like Say Something that speak truth to our youth...Stories matter. This is an important book for every teenager, every parent and every adult who cares about children." Kim Shirk, LPC"Sometimes it is very difficult for adults to understand the tribulations teenagers have to go through on a daily basis - sometimes more in the head than anything else. The author does a beautiful job describing the inner workings of Maggie. No matter the age, I feel like this is a must read. It allows young adults to become familiar and "woke" about the harsh realities of the world and how certain things can happen to anyone. It also allows adults to understand how teenagers think, which could lead to better relationships between the two generations. All in all, this novel is one of the best I have ever read and I am a book nerd. Sitting down and taking a day (and I do mean a day because you won't be able to put it down) to read Say Something is a choice you will not regret." Aubree, high school student"Cathy Morrison's young adult novel Say Something brings Maggie to life, a strong female protagonist whose voice rings true and speaks to today's times. Readers will quickly be drawn into this compelling, important story and race to the end, but the novel's powerful message will stay with them long after its last page." Lisa McWain, High School Teacher

As an adult, John Audubon was the best known wildlife artist of the 19th century, and his book, Birds of America, is the standard against which all subsequent bird art has been measured. In this story about the artist's childhood in the West Indies and France, John's love of drawing sends him into the fields and woods near his country house in pursuit of winged models. Games and adventures also beckon: John confronts a ghost in the old water mill tower, presents his friend Cecile with a surprise birthday gift (that goes horribly wrong!), and sails off to seek his fortune in America. Special features include a summary of John's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known information about him, and a time line of his life.

As an adult, John Audubon was the best known wildlife artist of the 19th century, and his book, Birds of America, is the standard against which all subsequent bird art has been measured. In this story about the artist's childhood in the West Indies and France, John's love of drawing sends him into the fields and woods near his country house in pursuit of winged models. Games and adventures also beckon: John confronts a ghost in the old water mill tower, presents his friend Cecile with a surprise birthday gift (that goes horribly wrong!), and sails off to seek his fortune in America. Special features include a summary of John's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known information about him, and a time line of his life.

As an adult, John Audubon was the best known wildlife artist of the 19th century, and his book, Birds of America, is the standard against which all subsequent bird art has been measured. In this story about the artist's childhood in the West Indies and France, John's love of drawing sends him into the fields and woods near his country house in pursuit of winged models. Games and adventures also beckon: John confronts a ghost in the old water mill tower, presents his friend Cecile with a surprise birthday gift (that goes horribly wrong!), and sails off to seek his fortune in America. Special features include a summary of John's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known information about him, and a time line of his life.

Learning about the wildlife that lives in urban landscapes and the reasons why is fun for readers because it happens through the eyes of Scooter the dog and is delivered through his story. Children will connect with this cute dog and the love his family has for him and they will learn a lot about the wildlife right outside the front door!Wild ones are moving into the city! Follow the adorable, curious dog Scooter as he travels through an urban landscape, seeing many wild animals. Cathy's charming illustrations draw upon real-life city scenes from across the United States. Supplementary material contains information about the wild species now often living in cities and how they have adapted. Plus Carol offers a section "Is it Really True?" that is both informational and fun. This book is a wonderful aid for children to become aware of the presence of wild animals and understand why they have taken to living in cities.Backmatter Includes:Explore More for Kids: photos and information about the animals in this book.Explore More for Teachers & Parents: Activities for home and school to build on the knowledge in this book.

Learning about the wildlife that lives in urban landscapes and the reasons why is fun for readers because it happens through the eyes of Scooter the dog and is delivered through his story. Children will connect with this cute dog and the love his family has for him and they will learn a lot about the wildlife right outside the front door!Wild ones are moving into the city! Follow the adorable, curious dog Scooter as he travels through an urban landscape, seeing many wild animals. Cathy's charming illustrations draw upon real-life city scenes from across the United States. Supplementary material contains information about the wild species now often living in cities and how they have adapted. Plus Carol offers a section "Is it Really True?" that is both informational and fun. This book is a wonderful aid for children to become aware of the presence of wild animals and understand why they have taken to living in cities.Backmatter Includes:Explore More for Kids: photos and information about the animals in this book.Explore More for Teachers & Parents: Activities for home and school to build on the knowledge in this book.

With their amazing beauty, strength, and speed, tigers are among the world's most mesmerizing animals. That's why this book, now in paperback for the first time, has become one of the most popular entries in the GET WILD! Series. Designed for children from kindergarten through second grade, it features an appealing and colorful format, with text that's easy and enjoyable to read but also rich in hard science. Each spread begins with the concept "If You Were a Tiger," drawing kids in and making them think about the similarities and differences between humans and these majestic cats. They'll also discover what traits distinguish tigers from their fellow felines, how they raise their cubs, and how they stalk and rush their prey. There are fun and surprising facts, too; for example, just as every person's fingerprints are like no one else's, every tiger has its own unique set of stripes. And unlike housecats, they're excellent swimmers who appreciate a dip in the water on a hot day and can even swim across ponds with ease. Every aspect of the tiger's body is described in detail, and plenty of realistic illustrations show its paws, head, teeth, tongue, tail, and fur. To enhance learning, the text highlights words of special interest and a helpful glossary at the back provides extra information. This is the perfect book for young animal lovers.