Books with author Dennis E. McGowan

Being kind and accepting others are some of the most powerful lessons about values that we can teach our children.If you want your kids to be kind and tolerant, this book encourages open discussions about differences in families.Often, you will find that you have more in common than you first thought.Gary the Groundhog becomes jealous because his brother Phil gets all the attention.Read along as Gary learns that being famous requires eating fruits and vegetables—and a lot of hard work.This is a cute story to teach your children about friendship and empathy. The flowing rhymes make it ideal for reading aloud. Your children will love the bright and warm illustrations.If you value raising kids who are kind and tolerant, this book is for you.Add the paperback, too. ENJOY reading!

Age Level: 9 and up / Grade Level: 4 and upI’m Les Desirable. Don’t laugh. That’s my real name. And Principal Butcher won’t let me forget it. I’m a world famous news reporter. While most kids my age are breaking wind, I’m always looking for breaking news.My cousin Bo Teak has a hot news tip for me. When the principal was a little boy, he lived in the same house where I do now. That gives me the creeps.But I don’t have time to worry, because I promised to let my friends join the secret Boys Lunch Club.Things roll along smoothly—until a GIRL wants to join our secret Boys Club. It’s for BOYS—B–O–Y–S—NOT girls!Life gets really interesting when I use my reporter skills to dig up BURIED TREASURE!It’s a juicy secret! I can’t wait to tell you about it. You do want to know, don’t you?Les Desirable: Secrets Never Die is a funny story that everyone will find entertaining—children, middle school students, and adults.

Being honest, kind—and telling the truth—are some of the most important lessons we can share with our children.If you want your kids to be kind and tolerant, this book encourages open discussions about differences in the world.Often, you will find that you have more in common than you first thought.Leo the Lion is running for class president. When Leo makes a mistake, his first instinct is to let someone else take the blame.After talking with George Washington, Leo the Lion realizes that everyone, even politicians, should tell the truth.If you value raising kids who are kind and tolerant, this book is for you.

If your child loves a good adventure, these three books are the perfect gift.In Searching for Kelly (book 1), a black cat crosses Lizzy’s path, and she knows things can only get worse. Her brother, Ben, thinks that moving to a larger city is the answer. Big changes happen when the Jolly family moves to Washington, D.C. They discover that Kelly, their new puppy, only adds to the chaos. Who knew?The adventures continue in Chasing Kelly’s Shadow (book 2) when Lizzy and Ben discover that moving hasn’t solved all their problems. Why does that black cat keep crossing their paths? WHAM! SPLAT! Is Kelly the only one to blame when Grandma decides to ride the Christmas tree, and winds up sprawled on the floor?In Kelly Saves the Day (book 3), the pressure on Lizzy heats up after she flips over backward at a student council rally. Will anyone vote for her now? Will Kelly survive the operation to save her life? To relieve tensions, they go on a picnic and hike with friends. What happens when Mr. Jolly becomes separated from the rest of the hikers? Could Ben’s teacher with psychic powers have predicted that this daytime hike would turn into a nighttime rescue?What’s better than one Jolly Time Book adventure? Three adventures – all packaged together in one instant collection!

Learning to clean up your toys—and keep a tidy room—are some of the most positive messages we can share with our children.This book adds value by helping your kids learn how important it is to listen and make the best choices for daily activities.Kelly wants to play with her friends but her room is so messy she can’t find her ball. Poof! Angie and Devon show up as Kelly struggles to make the right choice.Angie reminds Kelly that she would find her ball if she cleaned her room. Devon tells Kelly not to listen to Angie.Who will Kelly listen to? What will Kelly do?This book is a wonderful resource for parents, counselors, and teachers.Add the paperback book to your library now. ENJOY reading!

Kindness begins with you.Gretta, the town gossip, is shocked to see Mr. Wobbler barefooted. Find out what happens after Mr. Wobbler runs away and hides from embarrassment. Will he learn to not let everything upset him? 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.

Being kind, embracing diversity, and accepting others—even if they don’t look like us—are some of the most powerful lessons about values that we can teach our children.If you want your kids to be kind and tolerant, this book encourages open discussions about differences in the world.Often, you will find that you have more in common than you first thought.Tommy Toad and Freddy Frog are best friends. That is, until they have an argument over which one of them is better looking.Will Kelly be able to help them? Will Tommy and Freddy ever agree on anything?This book is a wonderful resource for parents, counselors, and teachers.Add the paperback book to your library now. ENJOY reading!

Inspiring your kids to enjoy the beautiful world is one of the most positive messages we can share with them.Are your kids tired of being cooped up inside the house? Have aliens flown through time using a wormhole and captured your kids’ brains? Do they need to escape?This book adds value by helping your kids learn to enjoy a variety of outside activities.This book is a wonderful resource for parents, counselors, and teachers.Add the paperback book to your library now. ENJOY reading!

Kindness counts. Isn’t it always more fun to play than do homework? We make decisions all day long. Sometimes they are right and sometimes they are wrong. Will Kelly finish her book before playing soccer with friends? Or will she skip the homework and have fun? You will have to read the book to find out.The Big Score 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.

Lizzy Jolly thinks that it is important for everyone to have a goal—even her younger brother, Ben. Kelly, their cute dachshund, didn’t want Lizzy bugging her about not having goals. So Kelly hopped out of the birdbath, where she had been cooling off, and wrote a poem about goals. Then she decided to sign up for swimming lessons. Kelly is shocked to learn that the only swim instructors are Fang, the ornery cat, or Tommy Turtle, the slow moving green rock. Oh, no! This is horrendous! What will Kelly do? Will she ever learn to swim? You will have to read the book to find out. Surf’s Up is another outstanding Jolly Time Books: Dog Squad presentation, loaded with edgy humor yet heartfelt wisdom. Jolly Time Books are full of individually hand-drawn vivid and colorful illustrations that will spark the imagination of any child.

It was the best day ever...until it wasn't! When a black cat crosses her path, Lizzy knows it can only get worse. Something has to change.Her brother, Ben, thinks that moving to a larger city will help them turn a page in their lives. Big changes are in store after their dad gets a new job and the Jolly family moves to Washington, D.C. They discover that a new puppy only adds to the chaos. Who knew?Join the fun by reading “Searching for Kelly,” the first of a three-book series. Jolly Time Books tell exciting stories with positive messages the whole family will enjoy.

Kindness counts. Who do you blame when parents argue or get divorced? Chuckles the Clown explains that just because parents argue, it doesn’t mean they will get divorced. And if they do divorce it is never the child’s fault. Sometimes, stuff happens.Stuff Happens 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.