Books with author James P. McDonald

“I promise that you’ll grow up, so treasure each and every day. Never wish one second of your precious time away.”An impatient little unicorn can’t wait to grow up and get its horn, but wise Mother Unicorn lovingly guides her little one to appreciate time and not wish it away. This is a heart-warming story of a mother’s love and guidance in helping her child see beyond the uncertainties of childhood and cherish each and every moment.

“I could be red… I could be green… I could be somewhere in between…” Diversity comes to life in the night sky of a faraway world where being different is quite normal.This is a wonderful book for every child’s collection, written as an engaging poem for kids, with rich illustrations reminiscent of the works of Vincent van Gogh.Imagine, if way out in space, on a planet far, far away there were other diverse cultures with differences and similarities just like we have in our world. Would we be tolerant? Do I Look Odd To You uses space as a starting point for a discussion on accepting differences and imagining a universe as multicultural as our own. As we explore the possibilities in space, we can relate those discoveries to the world around us and hopefully become more accepting of others.The multicultural nature of humanity is one of our great strengths. It stimulates change and growth, so why do trivial physical appearances cause so much strife in the world? On a closer look we share far more similarities, so why is it so easy to focus on the little differences? These are some of the questions brought up by a very unique alien character in the book. “You’ll find as you travel through space that there are very few creatures with the same looking face.” As humans, our appearance is always changing, from birth to the elder years, we go from small to big and smooth to wrinkled, and along with those physical changes, we value change and growth in our character and personality. One of the most important aspects of being human is acceptance for who we are, as we are, so it’s quite odd that accepting uniqueness in others would be so difficult.Imagining a world without the rich multicultural communities that define humanity would be a bleak and boring vision. Do I look Odd To You is an imaginative and straightforward way to start the crucial but difficult discussion of racism and prejudices. And like the little alien in the book says: “If we can embrace our differences, then it’s easy to see that you can be you and I can be me!”

“Why, Mama, Why,” asks Little Giraffe as she tries to make sense of the new world around her. Little Giraffe is new to the world and she has all kinds of questions for Mother Giraffe. Sometimes the answers are easy and sometimes they’re hard. It doesn’t take long for Little Giraffe to realize that life is full of lessons and Mother Giraffe is a loving guide.

Bo the Bear Builds a Monster Truck is the perfect book for kids who love trucks. Bo is an unusual bear who appreciates problem-solving and building machines, but most importantly he loves to have fun. Children ages 4 to 7 who like to watch giant trucks, smash, climb, and crush anything in their path will be fascinated by the vibrant images of Bo the Bear driving around the monster truck that he built himself.Bo the Bear Builds a Monster Truck encourages the benefit of planning out a big project and working it through to the end. Kids will learn the value of planning, preparing, working hard, and troubleshooting when problems arise, along with the excitement of getting to have fun with what has been created. Bo the Bear Builds a Monster Truck is written in simple, easy to understand sentences with colorful illustrations for both boys and girls in grades kindergarten through first.

No Access New York City is a collection of the hidden places and little-known facts about New York. These are the secret gems of the city and most are completely off limits to the public. Through these pages explore the secret train station below the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, the gold vault at the Federal Reserve, burial sites, tucked away establishments, secret tunnels, and so much more. All of these spots evoke a secret metropolis that is lost in time and harboring deep mysteries! What a fun way to “explore” New York!

After the cold of Winter, comes the warmth of Spring. I Am Spring takes young children on a journey through the many important events that occur uniquely in the beautiful growing season of Spring. From sprouting seeds to buzzing bees, children, preschool through first grade, will learn the important changes that happen during this season of rebirth.Bright and colorful pictures of busy landscapes full of life are great for keeping the attention of kids ages 3-7. Large print and illustrations make it a perfect classroom book for preschool, kindergarten and first grade.I Am Spring is a vibrant nonfiction book that represents the science of the season of Spring in a storytelling fashion that is excellent for kids 5-8.When the day becomes longer than the night, and the leaves begin to sprout on the bare branches, and bugs and animals that were hiding start to reappear, get ready, because that means Spring is here!

“I could be red… I could be green… I could be somewhere in between…”Diversity comes to life in the night sky of a faraway world where being different is quite normal.This is a wonderful book for every child’s collection, written as an engaging poem for kids, with rich illustrations reminiscent of the works of Vincent van Gogh.Imagine, if way out in space, on a planet far, far away there were other diverse cultures with differences and similarities just like we have in our world. Would we be tolerant? Do I Look Odd To You uses space as a starting point for a discussion on accepting differences and imagining a universe as multicultural as our own. As we explore the possibilities in space, we can relate those discoveries to the world around us and hopefully become more accepting of others.The multicultural nature of humanity is one of our great strengths. It stimulates change and growth, so why do trivial physical appearances cause so much strife in the world? On a closer look we share far more similarities, so why is it so easy to focus on the little differences? These are some of the questions brought up by a very unique alien character in the book. “You’ll find as you travel through space that there are very few creatures with the same looking face.” As humans, our appearance is always changing, from birth to the elder years, we go from small to big and smooth to wrinkled, and along with those physical changes, we value change and growth in our character and personality. One of the most important aspects of being human is acceptance for who we are, as we are, so it’s quite odd that accepting uniqueness in others would be so difficult.Imagining a world without the rich multicultural communities that define humanity would be a bleak and boring vision. Do I look Odd To You is an imaginative and straightforward way to start the crucial but difficult discussion of racism and prejudices. And like the little alien in the book says: “If we can embrace our differences, then it’s easy to see that you can be you and I can be me!”

How Many Letters Are in the Alphabet? teaches children the ABCs along with the numbers 1-26, preparing them for success in kindergarten. It’s a simple and basic way to teach kids their letters as well as beginning to count their numbers.Large and bright letters make the ABCs easy to learn. Clear and concise page layout simplifies number recognition and makes counting each of the letters easy to follow.

No sickness, No injuries, No pain, No limits.If you had the power to heal, what would you do?Ada has spent her life shutting people out, but with the power to heal, some won't be turned away. Hunted and on the run, Ada sets out for Paris to solve the mystery surrounding her mother's disappearance, and discovers her true power is her will to survive.It’s not easy being a teen, finding and defining identity is a painful and uncertain journey. Ada’s faced with life challenging struggles that will shape or break her character.Travel to France with Ada where she finds friends, falls in love and practices Parkour across the rooftops of Paris.For fifteen-year-old Ada discovering that she can heal feels more like a curse than a gift. When she learns of the mystery surrounding her mother's disappearance, and sees the indifference of so-called friends, she sets out for Paris to find her.The power to heal protects her, but also has her hunted by a man who sees her as nothing more than his fountain of youth. Ada realizes her true power is her will to survive, and that her only chance at freedom is to become the best at escaping.From Midwest Book Review The author brings Ada to life in the minds eye in so many ways. Her emotions are laid bare before the reader and you can feel the aching of her heart, the loneliness, the desperate cry for love and understanding.From BlogCritics.orgThis is a charming story; the art in the book is beautiful and unique only adding to the reading experience.

Has hypocrisy crept into your life?It doesn’t just happen overnight. Drifting into hypocrisy is a long, drawn-out journey away from God’s will for your life and toward a two-faced existence. How do you know when your inner self has deteriorated, when you've become an expert at presenting a faithful-looking facade? Hold up the mirror of God's Word and take a good look. Acting like a Christian and saying all the right words sometimes leads to nothing more than empty piety. If you want to live that vibrant life, if you want to be truly blessed, you must get after the disciplines of genuine faith. Follow along with Pastor James MacDonald on the road toward Truth and explore the disciplines of personal Bible study, personal prayer, fasting, fellowship, and service for Christ.Become the real deal. Be authentic.

I Am A Dinosaur is a perfect book for kids ages 3-7 who are fascinated with dinosaurs. Young children will learn current scientific thought about dinosaurs while also gaining a better understanding of how these prehistoric giants fit into Earth Science.Colorful full-page pictures of favorite dinosaurs like Ankylosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus rex and many, many more will captivate toddlers. A sizing key will help children understand how big each dinosaur stands next to an average person, along with a simple pronunciation guide for each of the dinosaurs’ names, created for grade levels preschool through first grade.Even the biggest of dinosaurs was once a baby. I Am A Dinosaur tells the story of the different stages of life that many dinosaur species lived, giving children an understanding of how these prehistoric creatures evolved and have taken their place in the animal kingdom.