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Books with author Dennis E McGowan

  • Jolly Time Books: My Birthday Party: A happy reminder to express appreciation and thank others

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, June 14, 2016)
    Kindness counts. Have you reached the age where you think your toys are the best in the world? Well, surprise yourself! Share a few of your toys with your friends, and you will feel like a kid again! Thank you. Thank you very much.My Birthday Party is another outstanding presentation. Jolly Time Books tell whimsical stories the whole family can enjoy. Jolly Time Books are full of individually hand-drawn vivid and colorful illustrations that will spark the imagination of any child.
  • Jolly Time Books: Elvira Tackles Picky Eaters: A Light-Hearted Look about Choosing Foods Wisely

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, Feb. 4, 2015)
    Elvira the teacher gets an ear full as she listens to students read their poems about eating healthy. Some are funny—some weird—but all are a blast. These poems will make any bird—or child—smile. Jolly Time Books are filled with whimsical and colorful illustrations—and are perfect bedtime stories. They will spark the imagination of any child. C’mon! Check out all the fun at Jolly Time Books.
  • Jolly Time Books: It's Mine: A powerful message about sharing and having fun with your friends

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, April 15, 2017)
    Kindness counts. Kelly and her friends open a box at a birthday party and discover some neat costumes. Who will be the pirate? The firefighter? The princess? Things get off to a rocky start when no one wants to give up stuff. Will they ever learn to share and have fun?Jolly Time Books tell exciting stories with positive messages the whole family can enjoy. Jolly Time Books are full of individually hand-drawn vivid and colorful illustrations that will spark the imagination of any child.
  • Jolly Time Books: Mayberry Park: Great Ideas for Being as Happy as You Can Be

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, Jan. 7, 2015)
    Kindness counts. The Mayor of Mayberry Park posts new rules for all kids in the world to see. They are magical and fill your heart with glee! Discover the fun of following these rules to be as happy as you can be. Jolly Time Books are filled with whimsical and colorful illustrations—and are perfect bedtime stories. They will spark the imagination of any child. C’mon! Check out all the fun at Jolly Time Books.
  • Jolly Time Books: Kelly Saves the Day

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, Feb. 10, 2014)
    The pressure on Lizzy heats up after she flips over backward at a student council political rally. How embarrassing! Will anyone vote for her now?The rock band that Lizzy and Ben started is a fantastic hit with friends, but how stinky will things get when someone cuts the cheese at a party?Something’s weird with Kelly, their cute dachshund. What is that thing growing on top of her head? Why isn’t Kelly dumpster diving through Ben’s backpack anymore? Will Kelly survive the operation to save her life?Emotions are running high. To relieve tensions, the Jolly family plans a picnic and hike with friends. They find themselves stranded on a mountain in total darkness. What happens when Mr. Jolly becomes separated from the rest of the hikers? Will the burglars who broke into the trail station and tied up the ranger be found? Could Ben’s teacher with psychic powers have predicted that this daytime hike would turn into a nighttime rescue?And why isn’t Kelly able to help rescue them?Join the adventure by reading “Kelly Saves the Day,” the third book of a three-part series. Jolly Time Books tell exciting stories the whole family will enjoy.
  • Jolly Time Books: The Handyman: A Whimsical Look at the Satisfaction We Get from Helping Others

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, May 16, 2015)
    Kindness counts. In this humorous poem, the words are set to a familiar tune—“The Candy Man.” The Handyman is a special person because he uses his imagination and talents to create things and help others. Readers learn that it is important to have big dreams and wishes. It doesn’t matter if you are a girl or a boy. You can help others and bring them joy. So go ahead and be ambitious—go ahead and dream big wishes. Be like the Handyman. Oh, the Handyman! I know you can. Jolly Time Books are filled with whimsical and colorful illustrations—and are perfect bedtime stories. They will spark the imagination of any child. Check out all the fun at Jolly Time Books.
  • Jolly Time Books: Blast Off!

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, Oct. 30, 2013)
    Lizzy hears weird noises coming from the dungeon! Ben blasts off in a rocket ship to the space station! Will he ever return? The Jolly family is just like yours, hanging on for the ride! Jolly Time Books are full of everyday experiences and written with humor that will spark your imagination. C'mon! Join Lizzy and Ben for a Jolly Time!
  • Jolly Time Books

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, April 21, 2014)
    The Jolly Time Books excitement continues in books 4-6. Mr. Jolly is missing! Have aliens captured him? Mrs. Jolly takes Lizzy and Ben into the dungeon! Is there a plan for escape? Why does Ben shout “Yucky boogers?” Books in Special Edition 1 include: “Captured by Aliens!” (#4), “Into the Dungeon!” (#5), and “Yucky Boogers!” (#6). The Jolly family is just like yours, hanging on for the ride! Jolly Time Books are full of everyday experiences and written with humor that will spark your imagination. C’mon! Join Lizzy and Ben for a Jolly Time!
  • Jolly Time Books

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, April 21, 2014)
    The Jolly Time Books excitement continues in books 13-15. Bwahaha! Two evil monsters are after Lizzy! Will Lizzy escape? Mr. Jolly warns Lizzy to be good before he leaves her. Will she ever see her daddy again? A mysterious car appears in the driveway. Two people step out! Will a kooky idea save the Jolly family from this crisis? Books in Special Edition 4 include: “Halloween Moon!” (#13), “Special Delivery!” (#14), and “Keeping Up!” (#15). The Jolly family is just like yours, hanging on for the ride! Jolly Time Books are full of everyday experiences and written with humor that will spark your imagination. C’mon! Join Lizzy and Ben for a Jolly Time!
  • Jolly Time Books

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, April 21, 2014)
    The Jolly Time Books excitement continues in books 10-12. Ben hears lions and gorillas all around him! Is he lost in the jungle? Lizzy and Ben march in a protest rally. Will they ruffle the mayor's feathers? Ben blasts off in a rocket ship to the space station! Will he ever return? Books in Special Edition 3 include: “Lost in the Jungle!” (#10), “Save Janie!” (#11), and “Blast Off!” (#12). The Jolly family is just like yours, hanging on for the ride! Jolly Time Books are full of everyday experiences and written with humor that will spark your imagination. C’mon! Join Lizzy and Ben for a Jolly Time!
  • Jolly Time Books: Keeping Up!

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, Oct. 31, 2013)
    A mysterious car appears in the driveway. Two people step out! Will a kooky idea save the Jolly family from this crisis? The Jolly family is just like yours, hanging on for the ride! Jolly Time Books are full of everyday experiences and written with humor that will spark your imagination. C'mon! Join Lizzy and Ben for a Jolly Time!
  • Jolly Time Books: Halloween Moon!

    Karen S McGowan, Dennis E McGowan

    language (Karen S. McGowan and Dennis E. McGowan, Oct. 27, 2013)
    Bwahaha! Two evil monsters are after Lizzy! Her heart beats faster! Can Lizzy escape? Ben searches for ghosts and gremlins! Will he escape the witches? The Jolly family is just like yours, hanging on for the ride! Jolly Time Books are full of everyday experiences and written with humor that will spark your imagination. C'mon! Join Lizzy and Ben for a Jolly Time!