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Books with author M.D. Spencer Johnson

  • Space Travel

    M.D. Johnson

    language (, July 20, 2016)
    Space Travel is a book that unlocks the mysteries of space, featuring several interesting facts about Space with unique pictures. Be sure to check out other children's books titles by M.D. Johnson, to include: Alienation of the Alien Nation Beastly’s Greatest Fear Buddha’s Garden Bug City Cat for Hire The Love Cooties Kawaii Coloring Book Beautiful Dreamer A Penny for Your Thoughts Interesting Facts About Polar Bears The Potty Mouth The Potato Who Dared to Be More Wicked Wisdom: Monsters Words of Wisdom: Advice to Live By The Case of the Fallen Candy Cane Teddy-ku: Teddy Bear Haiku Jive Turkey’s 12 Dishes of Thanksgiving And many more...Website: http://maryannesbookshelf.com/childrens-corner/
  • Out to Sea Just You and Me

    M.D. Johnson

    language (, Oct. 2, 2016)
    Out to Sea Just You and Me is a children's book about all the many creatures to be found in the ocean. Be sure to check out other children's books by author M.D. Johnson, to include:Alienation of the Alien NationBeastly’s Greatest FearBuddha’s GardenBug CityCat for HireThe Love CootiesBeautiful DreamerA Penny for Your ThoughtsInteresting Facts About Polar BearsThe Potty MouthThe Potato Who Dared to Be MoreWicked Wisdom: Monsters Words of Wisdom: Advice to Live ByThe Case of the Fallen Candy CaneTeddy-ku: Teddy Bear HaikuJive Turkey’s 12 Dishes of ThanksgivingAnd many more...
  • A Kiss Goodnight

    M.D. Johnson

    eBook
    A Kiss Goodnight is a book which discusses all the reason we must kiss our children good night in poetic fashion. A great bed time story for kids ages 3 and up.Be sure to check out other children's books titles by M.D. Johnson, to include: Amazing Facts About ButterfliesInteresting Facts About Polar BearsThe Love CootiesCat for HireAlienation of the Alien NationThe Potato Who Dared to Be MoreBeastly’s Greatest FearWicked Wisdom: Monsters Words of Wisdom: Advice to Live BySpace TravelTrick or TreatThe Crazy Cat LadyThe Worm & The SnailThe Fashion Show ExtravaganzaThe Bee KillerFroggy’s Jumping ExpeditionBirds In The City Sitting PrettyThe Hauntingly Horrific 12 Days of HalloweenThe Frightfully Good Night Before HalloweenJive Turkey’s 12 Dishes of ThanksgivingThe Case of the Fallen Candy CaneTeddy-ku Teddy Bear Haiku And many more…Website: http://maryannesbookshelf.com/childrens-corner/
  • The Christmas Gift Wrap Conundrum

    M.D. Johnson

    language (, Dec. 21, 2018)
    The Christmas Gift Wrap Conundrum is a children’s book all about wrapping paper interestingly enough, for the early reader in your life. It will help your child pinpoint their likes and dislikes, help with description and identification. It is a book sure to get you and your young reader into the Christmas spirit as well, as it showcases a variety of Christmas depictions from diverse graphic artists. About 50 pages, this book features the following vocabulary enhancing words: conundrum, cheer, investigator, choices, appeals, polka, patterns, variety, diverse, bunch, designs, exotic, whimsical, shapes, glittery, simple, solid, vintage, unique, classic, unusual, horizontal, delicious, receiver, and figure.Christmas comes but once a yearFilled with love, gifts and great cheer!BOOK TRAILER: https://youtu.be/LPXxRFz6RCgWHAT INSPIRED THIS BOOK?I found it difficult choosing which Christmas gift wrapping paper to get while at the store with all the cool selections, so I thought why not write a children’s book around the concept to help with decision making and formulating in young readers what they like and dislike.WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE BOOK?I actually like the concept of the book because it’s weird and unusual.WHAT DO YOU HOPE READERS WILL TAKE AWAY?Basically identifying what kids like ad don’t like in order to help form their identity, which is so important. Also to get young readers in the holiday spirit.WHAT CHILDREN’S BOOKS INSPIRED YOU?“Dr. Seuss”, “Santa’s Underwear”, “Pete the Cat”, “The Bad Seed”, “Bad Kitty”, “Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do you Hear?”, “The Day the Crayons Quit”, “Grumpy Monkey”, “Dragons Love Tacos”, “I Need a New Butt”, “The Wonkey Donkey”, “Giraffes Can’t Dance”, “Ricky, the Rock that Couldn’t Roll”, “Splat the Cat”…WHAT ARE THE GENRES OF YOUR E-BOOK?Christmas, Picture Books, Graphic Novels, Education, Gifts, Decision Making, Likes and DislikesPlease note all children’s books are written to enhance your child’s vocabulary. Advanced words should render the question, “What does that mean?” from your daughter or son. Images in books come from a multitude of graphic artists and photographers to add graphic diversity. Ages for children’s books range from 3 years of age to adult age, or grown-ups who are children at heart. Each story told offers a moral or bit of wisdom and is often told in poetic fashion.The benefits of reading for children are many, and in support of this I’d like to showcase e-books for you and your child, whether they are an ardent reader or young enough to be read to, it’s important you or they do. If there are any children’s books you’d like to see written, especially for your child, please let me know. More children’s books are coming soon.If you enjoy this title, be sure to check out the authors other 60 plus book hits, and be sure to leave a review.ABOUT THE AUTHORM.D. Johnson is a poet, playwright, author, and blogger. She has a BA in English and a Masters of Management in Business. She currently resides in San Diego, CA, though a southerner. She’s a mother and wife who enjoys crafting, writing and gritty, action packed movies and TV series.WEBSITE: http://maryannesbookshelf.com
  • The Value of Honesty: The Story of Confucius

    Spencer Johnson

    Hardcover (Value Communications, March 15, 1800)
    1st
  • Broomhilda's New Broom

    M.D. Johnson

    language (, Sept. 29, 2019)
    Broomhilda’s New Broom is a 48 page book just in time for Halloween! It showcases a witch named Broomhilda and her Cat Elroy who discover they must acquire a new broom when their old broom’s magic dissipates. Vocabulary enhancing words showcased in this book include:DepressedGloomilyUtilized UberPriceyPonderedDoomWoeComputerElatedAdmiringSplendidUFODestinationShippingHandlingConfirmation TaxMultiple graphic artists works have been displayed throughout the book for artistic diversity. This book may be best suited for 4 to 6 year old children.WHAT INSPIRED THIS BOOK?My love of Halloween and witches and black cats and the idea of the technology we use that kids by now are probably familiar with or should be, such as Uber and Lyft and shopping online on Amazon!WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE BOOK?When Broomhilda goes online… I think that’s a riot for a kids book, but a good idea, since it’s a new era. I just find it funny because we didn’t have the option when I was a child… WHY DO YOU WANT TO SHARE IT WITH THE WORLD? I just love writing children’s books and love to get kids in the spirit of Halloween..WHAT DO YOU HOPE READERS WILL TAKE AWAY?Two things… Today's technology and the idea that when something no longer works and you have to replace it, it can be a dissatisfying experience, but sometimes it all works out and you come to love the new thing (you had to replace) just as much as, or better than the old one… WHAT CHILDREN’S BOOKS INSPIRED YOU?“Room On The Broom”, “Dr. Seuss”, “Santa’s Underwear”, “Pete the Cat”, “The Bad Seed”, “Bad Kitty”, “Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do you Hear?”, “The Day the Crayons Quit”, “Grumpy Monkey”, “Dragons Love Tacos”, “I Need a New Butt”, “The Wonkey Donkey”, “Giraffes Can’t Dance”, “Ricky, the Rock that Couldn’t Roll”, “Splat the Cat”, The Berenstain Bears Book Series, “Garfield”…WHAT ARE THE GENRES OF YOUR E-BOOKS?HalloweenAnimalsAction & AdventureHumorFolktales/ FairytalesComicsGraphic NovelsHolidays & CelebrationsChristmasThanksgivingValentine’s DayEasterGeography & CultureFantasyScary StoriesGrowing Up & Facts of LifeEarly LearningEducationNaturePlease note all children’s books are written to enhance your child’s vocabulary. Advanced words should render the question, “What does that mean?” from your daughter or son. Images in books come from a multitude of graphic artists and photographers to add graphic diversity. Ages for children’s books range from 3 years of age to adult age, or grown-ups who are children at heart. Each story told offers a moral or bit of wisdom and is often told in poetic fashion. The benefits of reading for children are many, and in support of this I’d like to showcase e-books for you and your child, whether they are an ardent reader or young enough to be read to, it’s important you or they do. If there are any children’s books you’d like to see written, especially for your child, please let me know. More children’s books are coming soon. If you enjoy this title, be sure to check out the authors other 60 plus book hits, and be sure to leave a review.ABOUT THE AUTHORM.D. Johnson is a poet, playwright, author, and blogger. She has a BA in English and a Masters of Management in Business. She currently resides in San Diego, CA, though a southerner. She’s a mother and wife who enjoys crafting, writing and gritty, action packed movies and TV series.WEBSITE: http://maryannesbookshelf.comBOOK TRAILER: https://youtu.be/0xuZgEkBTp0
  • Amazing Facts About Butterflies

    M.D. Johnson

    language (, Feb. 14, 2016)
    Discover interesting details about butterflies, how it is they live and survive. A book of about 20 pages, this book shows beautiful photos of a variety of butterflies in their natural environment, from a variety of photographers. Discover the number of butterfly species that exist, their average size and dimensions and speed as well as unusual, mind-boggling facts about this beautiful creature, and so much more. This is an educational read for the young butterfly lover in your life, featuring the following vocabulary enhancing words: transparent, chitin, protein, exoskeleton, scales, reflect, exposed, flutter, nectar, modified, proboscis, functions, nutrition, thwarts, predators, toxic, camouflage, blurry, procreating, monarchs, Fahrenheit, continents, Antarctica, range, species, larva, pupa, chrysalis, metamorphosis, endangered, habitat, destruction, exotic, pollution, exploitation, chemoreceptors and chemicals.To prevent their predators from eating them, the vibrant and colorful patterns butterflies are famous for thwarts a lot of predators away, since brightly colored insects are known to be toxic or poisonous.BOOK TRAILER: https://youtu.be/T90qan68PzQWHAT INSPIRED THIS BOOK?The idea of a total transformation, -into a whole new creature with a new skill set (flying), is phenomenal. Metamorphosis inspired me.WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE BOOK?The pictures of diverse butterfly species…WHAT DO YOU HOPE READERS WILL TAKE AWAY?Inspiration and education regarding butterflies.WHAT CHILDREN’S BOOKS INSPIRED YOU?“Dr. Seuss”, “Santa’s Underwear”, “Pete the Cat”, “The Bad Seed”, “Bad Kitty”, “Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do you Hear?”, “The Day the Crayons Quit”, “Grumpy Monkey”, “Dragons Love Tacos”, “I Need a New Butt”, “The Wonkey Donkey”, “Giraffes Can’t Dance”, “Ricky, the Rock that Couldn’t Roll”, “Splat the Cat”…WHAT ARE THE GENRES OF YOUR E-BOOK?Picture Books, Graphic Novels, Education, Butterflies, Metamorphosis, Interesting Animal FactsPlease note all children’s books are written to enhance your child’s vocabulary. Advanced words should render the question, “What does that mean?” from your daughter or son. Images in books come from a multitude of graphic artists and photographers to add graphic diversity. Ages for children’s books range from 3 years of age to adult age, or grown-ups who are children at heart. Each story told offers a moral or bit of wisdom and is often told in poetic fashion.The benefits of reading for children are many, and in support of this I’d like to showcase e-books for you and your child, whether they are an ardent reader or young enough to be read to, it’s important you or they do. If there are any children’s books you’d like to see written, especially for your child, please let me know. More children’s books are coming soon.If you enjoy this title, be sure to check out the authors other 60 plus book hits, and be sure to leave a review.ABOUT THE AUTHORM.D. Johnson is a poet, playwright, author, and blogger. She has a BA in English and a Masters of Management in Business. She currently resides in San Diego, CA, though a southerner. She’s a mother and wife who enjoys crafting, writing and gritty, action packed movies and TV series.WEBSITE: http://maryannesbookshelf.com
  • Finders Seekers

    M.D. Johnson

    language (, Oct. 4, 2016)
    Finders Seekers is a children's book with intricate pictures for kids to find and seek. Great for mental development. Be sure to check out other children's books by author M.D. Johnson, to include:Alienation of the Alien NationBeastly’s Greatest FearBuddha’s GardenBug CityCat for HireThe Love CootiesBeautiful DreamerA Penny for Your ThoughtsInteresting Facts About Polar BearsThe Potty MouthThe Potato Who Dared to Be MoreWicked Wisdom: Monsters Words of Wisdom: Advice to Live ByThe Case of the Fallen Candy CaneTeddy-ku: Teddy Bear HaikuJive Turkey’s 12 Dishes of ThanksgivingAnd many more...
  • One Blue Ribbon: Childhood Remembrances of a Hometown and School

    John Spencer

    eBook (Mirror Publishing, Sept. 20, 2015)
    Zachary Stevens begins a childhood journey with many twists and turns. Set in the Midwest during the 1950's, a boy comes into adolescence and very quickly must deal with the vagaries of life.An alcoholic father fails his family, a divorce ensues, and an ashamed frightened youngster looks for support from a hometown, a mother, a grandmother plus neighborhood friends.At school kids become his buddies, his enemies, his first loves, or a group of recalcitrant bullies. Teachers and coaches give advice and some make lasting impressions.Zachary and a close friend discover "hidden" racial discrimination at a swimming pool while a school track race provides hope and some redemption for a scattering of personal insecurities and falsely driven self-perceived failures.The memories a boyhood remain infused in a writer's mind-"those smells from redwood shavings spread over concrete floors; a school cafeteria and cooking food; a playground, a jungle gym, and swings all of which still await a boy's return. And those many friends who lived such impossible dreams, hid and played in thick, tall weeds, and told such unbelievable tall tales," they all come back to again tell a story, his story.
  • African Proverbs II

    M.D. Johnson

    eBook (, Aug. 31, 2016)
    African Proverbs II showcases great and meaningful African proverbs with related pictures, as an accompaniment piece to the first book African Proverbs. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up. Expand your child’s wisdom.Be sure to check out other children's books titles by M.D. Johnson, to include: Amazing Facts About ButterfliesInteresting Facts About Polar BearsThe Love CootiesCat for HireAlienation of the Alien NationThe Potato Who Dared to Be MoreBeastly’s Greatest FearWicked Wisdom: Monsters Words of Wisdom: Advice to Live BySpace TravelTrick or TreatThe Crazy Cat LadyThe Worm & The SnailThe Fashion Show ExtravaganzaThe Bee KillerFroggy’s Jumping ExpeditionBirds In The City Sitting PrettyThe Hauntingly Horrific 12 Days of HalloweenThe Frightfully Good Night Before HalloweenJive Turkey’s 12 Dishes of ThanksgivingThe Case of the Fallen Candy CaneTeddy-ku Teddy Bear Haiku And many more…Website: http://maryannesbookshelf.com/childrens-corner/
  • Who Moved My Cheese-an Amazing Way to Deal With Change in Your Work and in Your Life

    Spencer Johnson

    Hardcover (G. P. Putnam's Sons, March 15, 1999)
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  • Who Moved My Cheese?

    Spencer Johnson

    Hardcover (G.P. Putnam's Sons, March 15, 1999)
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