Books with author Marie Jonsson-Harrison

Winston Knows is a delightful children’s story about an indoor cat, Winston, who never gets to go on walks — or does he? This is a US edition (reflecting American spelling and word usage) of an engaging debut Australian children’s picture book by Jan Gaebler Smith and illustrated by Marie Jonsson-Harrison. The book features vibrant color, humor and lots of opportunity for read aloud discussion . The book has been written for primary school children (3 to 8 years). Teachers' notes can be downloaded from the publisher website www.myliteraryadventure.com.au and these resources can also be used by parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters to extend this picture book experience through discussion and fun activity. The story is also topical as an introduction to environmental protection and keeping cats indoors.

Babies Are Noisy! has been written as a short story with plenty of illustrations. It follllows a young child with autism' perspective of having a new baby in the family. Through the wonderful illustrations and sensitve story line the reader learns of the scenarios and experiences 'Andre' has as he witnesses the inevitable changes having a new baby in the family brings. The book differs from other new baby stories, by sharing very specifically some sensory and social experiences and helpful strategies. A delightful example is of Andre listening to his own comforting music on his head phones to help him cope with the noise in the clinic waiting room. Many of 'Andre's' experiences have been influenced by real life situations; families have reported when having a new baby.