Books with author Don Mitchell

This is a collection of charming short stories to read to your children at bedtime including RED PAINT A BIRD'S TAIL MAGNOLIA COTTAGE TO LEAD US HOME About the author:Dorothy Mitchell was born in a small village in Yorkshire just before the Second World War. She remembers they were hard times. Dorothy now lives in Evesham in Worcestershire and she has written over a dozen children's stories and historical fiction novels.

There once was a boy who was being threatened by a big, bad giant who was much larger and stronger than him. The boy had to make a choice to either face the giant or run away. He knew that if he ran away the giant would always be a threat to him and those he loved, but if he chose to face the giant, he might conquer him and live in peace.The only defense the child had against the giant was a slingshot and Five Stones. You could say each stone represented a super weapon. The first stone represented Prayer, the second stone Powerful Promises, the third Faithfulness, the fourth a Positive Attitude, and the fifth Helping Others.With these Five Stones the boy chose to fight and he conquered the giant! Ever since, boys and girls all over the world have been inspired to take up these same stones and conquer the giants in their own lives.Bedrock Bedtime Stories is dedicated to helping parents instill values in their children. These principles will equip your child to handle any challenges that come their way.In this story, Max has a frightful night after not listening to his parents and giving in to peer pressure.

There once was a boy who was being threatened by a big, bad giant who was much larger and stronger than him. The boy had to make a choice to either face the giant or run away. He knew that if he ran away the giant would always be a threat to him and those he loved, but if he chose to face the giant, he might conquer him and live in peace.The only defense the child had against the giant was a slingshot and Five Stones. You could say each stone represented a super weapon. The first stone represented Prayer, the second stone Powerful Promises, the third Faithfulness, the fourth a Positive Attitude, and the fifth Helping Others.With these Five Stones the boy chose to fight and he conquered the giant! Ever since, boys and girls all over the world have been inspired to take up these same stones and conquer the giants in their own lives.Bedrock Bedtime Stories is dedicated to helping parents instill values in their children. These principles will equip your child to handle any challenges that come their way.In Dodging Domino, Mikey is challenged to conquer his fear of a frisky Dalmatian named Domino.In Mueller’s Meal, George Mueller teaches us that even when we have nothing, we can be filled by giving thanks.In Poor Lori, Lori learns how to handle some mean bullies at school.In Max’s Horror Movie, Mas has a frightful night after not listening to his parents and giving in to peer pressure.In Baseball Fever, Ben learns how to show kindness even though his friend hurt his feelings.

There once was a boy who was being threatened by a big, bad giant who was much larger and stronger than him. The boy had to make a choice to either face the giant or run away. He knew that if he ran away the giant would always be a threat to him and those he loved, but if he chose to face the giant, he might conquer him and live in peace.The only defense the child had against the giant was a slingshot and Five Stones. You could say each stone represented a super weapon. The first stone represented Prayer, the second stone Powerful Promises, the third Faithfulness, the fourth a Positive Attitude, and the fifth Helping Others.With these Five Stones the boy chose to fight and he conquered the giant! Ever since, boys and girls all over the world have been inspired to take up these same stones and conquer the giants in their own lives.Bedrock Bedtime Stories is dedicated to helping parents instill values in their children. These principles will equip your child to handle any challenges that come their wayIn Big-Eyed Beth, Beth learns about greed and gluttony.In Twin Trouble, Patty and Bobby find out that making mischief leads to more trouble than they thought.In Lost Laura, Laura learns about how lonely it feels to disobey.In Word for Word, discover how the Bible was passed down through the ages.In Ricky's Rebellion, Ricky learns about conquering fear.

Elm, an Outlander and a deserter from the army, lives in shame and fear. If the King’s men find him, he will surely be executed. His one pleasure is visiting an ancient and forgotten cave temple. There he dreams of better days, and of his landlord’s beautiful daughter.Teha, Commander of the Army, owes his position and standing to the order established by the gods. When the King takes a heretical priest as an advisor, everything Teha believes in stands in jeopardy.In a forgotten city in the mountains, an old monk uses spiritual gifts to seek an ancient prophecy of peace and justice. Aided by a mysterious old woman, he works to prevent a war in the realm of the gods that would devastate the world of men.A routine decision by the King sends these three men on a collision course that will change the world.

Bunty Bobtail is a little rabbit that lives in a warren with his Mummy, Daddy and his brother Bouncer and sister Misty.This little rabbit is not like other rabbits. He is cheeky, messy, naughty, greedy and everything in-between, but you can't help but love him. These short stories will take you through the adventures of Bunty the rabbit. It will show you what mischief he gets into, the problems he faces and the lessons he learns along the way.

How is the navy different than the coast guard or marines? Dont they all work on boats? This book combines a high-interest topic with an accessible reading level that will grab the attention of even struggling readers. Helpful and captivating full-color photographs and diagrams illuminate the main content, while fact boxes help readers develop a deeper understanding of the navy by providing a historical frame of reference. Readers will explore the Navys missions, uniforms, special ops, ranks, equipment, and so much more!

Archie and Joe’s Granddad, Billy Pots, had always loved his garden, and his garden gnomes. He had enjoyed painting the gnomes every Spring, giving them a new set of clothes. But the thing was, these gnomes were very special. Billy had learned the secret. So had Jenny, his wife, and eventually the two grandchildren Archie and Joe Potts had also learned of it.Read this exciting and at times scary story then you will know of it too. But remember! This story must remain a secret or the spell will be broken. You will read about many strange happenings. You will meet THE KEEPER OF THE GNOME BEAM, a key player in this adventure, you will be involved in many amazing, unbelievable adventures. But you are privileged to know these things so please remember.... keep the secret!Read and enjoy.

There once was a boy who was being threatened by a big, bad giant who was much larger and stronger than him. The boy had to make a choice to either face the giant or run away. He knew that if he ran away the giant would always be a threat to him and those he loved, but if he chose to face the giant, he might conquer him and live in peace.The only defense the child had against the giant was a slingshot and Five Stones. You could say each stone represented a super weapon. The first stone represented Prayer, the second stone Powerful Promises, the third Faithfulness, the fourth a Positive Attitude, and the fifth Helping Others.With these Five Stones the boy chose to fight and he conquered the giant! Ever since, boys and girls all over the world have been inspired to take up these same stones and conquer the giants in their own lives.Bedrock Bedtime Stories is dedicated to helping parents instill values in their children. These principles will equip your child to handle any challenges that come their way.In this story, Mikey is challenged to conquer his fear of a frisky Dalmatian named Domino.

There once was a boy who was being threatened by a big, bad giant who was much larger and stronger than him. The boy had to make a choice to either face the giant or run away. He knew that if he ran away the giant would always be a threat to him and those he loved, but if he chose to face the giant, he might conquer him and live in peace.The only defense the child had against the giant was a slingshot and Five Stones. You could say each stone represented a super weapon. The first stone represented Prayer, the second stone Powerful Promises, the third Faithfulness, the fourth a Positive Attitude, and the fifth Helping Others.With these Five Stones the boy chose to fight and he conquered the giant! Ever since, boys and girls all over the world have been inspired to take up these same stones and conquer the giants in their own lives.Bedrock Bedtime Stories is dedicated to helping parents instill values in their children. These principles will equip your child to handle any challenges that come their way.In this story, George Mueller teaches us that even when we have nothing, we can be filled by giving thanks.In this story, Lori learns how to handle some mean bullies at school.

Following on from ‘Lost in the Woods – The Adventure of Arthur’ this illustrated, 8,500 word story is for a slightly older age group of nine to thirteen year olds. In ‘EarthKeepers – The Second Adventure of Arthur’ the boy is selected for a magical task by the Giant Oak. In a walled garden out of time and out of place, he is to find and grow the plants he chooses, preserving them from accident and devastation.The ‘Arthur Series’ of stories comes from a deep green place in the middle of the woods. The stories defy convention and seek to build a respect, knowledge and interaction with nature into young people.

Bunty Bobtail is a little rabbit that lives in a warren with his Mummy, Daddy and his brother Bouncer and sister Misty.This little rabbit is not like other rabbits. He is cheeky, messy, naughty, greedy and everything in-between, but you can't help but love him. These short stories will take you through the adventures of Bunty the rabbit. It will show you what mischief he gets into, the problems he faces and the lessons he learns along the way.