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Books with author Melanie A. Howard

  • Freshwater Fishing for Kids

    Melanie Ann Howard

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    You drop your line in the lake and wait quietly. Soon you feel a tug. Do you have what it takes to reel in your big catch? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about freshwater fishing history, gear, techniques, safety, and more.
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  • Freshwater Fishing for Kids

    Melanie A. Howard

    eBook (Capstone Press, Nov. 1, 2014)
    You drop your line in the lake and wait quietly. Soon you feel a tug. Do you have what it takes to reel in your big catch? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about freshwater fishing history, gear, techniques, safety, and more.
  • Camping for Kids

    Melanie A. Howard

    eBook (Capstone Press, Nov. 1, 2014)
    As you roast a marshmallow, the sunset paints the sky in beautiful shades of red. Countless breathtaking encounters with nature are just waiting to be found. Are you ready for a trip into the great outdoors? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about camping history, gear, safety, and more.
  • Bowhunting for Kids

    Melanie A. Howard

    eBook (Capstone Press, Nov. 1, 2014)
    You spot a huge deer coming closer to you. You quietly raise your bow. Do you have what it takes to bring the big animal down? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about bowhunting history, gear, techniques, safety, and more.
  • Quince Cottonball Keeps His Distance: How a bunny masters the art of social distancing in a changing world

    Melanie Howard

    eBook (, April 20, 2020)
    In a changing society, Quince Cottonball learns how to practise social distancing to keep himself safe whilst out on his travels meeting other creatures. Written as a storybook to help children understand the importance of keeping a safe distance from others. An enchanting story with delightful characters, set to become a modern classic. Perfect for young readers.Beautifully illustrated with photographs of Quince Cottonball's world brought to life by renowned balloon-artist, Melanie Allen of Balloon Artworks, who has used her skills to create a cast of enchanting characters.
  • Camping for Kids

    Melanie Ann Howard

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    As you roast a marshmallow, the sunset paints the sky in beautiful shades of red. Countless breathtaking encounters with nature are just waiting to be found. Are you ready for a trip into the great outdoors? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about camping history, gear, safety, and more.
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  • Quince Cottonball Enjoys a Rainy Day: Quince Cottonball Book 2, bunny books for kids, animal short story picture book for kids, uplifting books for kids

    Melanie Howard

    eBook (, June 18, 2020)
    Young bunny rabbit, Quince Cottonball, is back for another adventure in the Derbyshire countryside in this charming picture story book suitable for children aged 6 to 10 years.It’s a rainy day at Cottonball Burrow and Quince’s plans to meet his friend, Bramble the hedgehog, are dashed by the weather. Can big sister, Daisy Cottonball, save the day?If you love classic children’s stories, you’ll love this picture story book with its cast of enchanting animal characters, particularly the loveable and inquisitive Quince.A joyous, charming and feel-good tale of family and friendship that will leave children and parents uplifted and eager for more of Quince’s adventures. The Quince Cottonball series is uniquely illustrated with photos of balloon animals photographed in the rolling hills and meadows of the Derbyshire countryside.This is the second book in the Quince Cottonball series. Quince Cottonball Enjoys a Rainy Day follows on from book 1 in the series, Quince Cottonball Keeps His Distance. Each book is a stand-alone story and the series can be read out of sequence.This inspiring picture story book is perfect for children aged 6-10 years and is a perfect gift for any child.About the author and illustratorMelanie Howard lives in Derbyshire in the UK with her husband and furry family. When not writing, Melanie works as a balloon artist and her Balloon Artworks YouTube channel teaching balloon art has a worldwide following.
  • Freshwater Fishing for Kids

    Melanie Ann Howard

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    You drop your line in the lake and wait quietly. Soon you feel a tug. Do you have what it takes to reel in your big catch? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about freshwater fishing history, gear, techniques, safety, and more.
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  • Quince Cottonball and the Carrot Rustlers: Quince Cottonball Book 3, animal adventure books, animal picture story books

    Melanie Howard

    eBook (, June 29, 2020)
    Quince Cottonball is back for another adventure in the Derbyshire countryside. There are strange goings-on in Lantern Forest and young bunny, Quince, is on a mission to save the day. Will Quince's heroic efforts to foil the carrot rustlers succeed? If you love classic children’s stories, you’ll love this picture story book with its cast of loveable animal characters. Author, Melanie Howard, has a unique approach to illustrating her books with photographs of balloon animals photographed in the woods and meadows of Derbyshire in the United Kingdom.This is the third book in the Quince Cottonball series. Each book is a stand-alone story and the series can be read out of sequence.This lovely picture story book is perfect for children aged 6-10 years and is an ideal gift for any child.About Melanie HowardMelanie Howard lives in Derbyshire in the UK with her husband and furry family. When not writing, Melanie works as a balloon artist and her Balloon Artworks YouTube channel teaching balloon art has a worldwide following.
  • Quince Cottonball Keeps His Distance: A story to help children understand social distancing

    Melanie Howard

    Paperback (Independently published, April 21, 2020)
    Little bunny rabbit, Quince Cottonball is struggling to master social distancing. Follow Quince Cottonball on his journey through the Derbyshire countryside as he learns how to keep a safe distance from others while out on his travels meeting other animals. This illustrated storybook will help children understand the importance of social distancing. An enchanting story with delightful characters. Perfect for young readers, as well as for parents and carers looking for a read-along storybook with a message relevant to today's society. Beautifully illustrated with full-colour photographs of Quince Cottonball's world brought to life by balloon-artist, Melanie Howard of Balloon Artworks. Melanie has created a cast of loveable balloon animal characters photographed in a countryside environment. If you love classic children's stories, you will love Quince Cottonball Keeps His Distance. This feel-good tale is a perfect bedtime story or read-along book. A great resource for parents, carers, grandparents and teachers looking to encourage children to adopt safe social distancing practices.
  • Black Mambas

    Melanie Ann Howard

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Somewhere in Africa, black death slithers through the tall grass. Black mambas are not only the fastest snake in the world, but also one of the most poisonous. Learn more about these deadly snakes, including where they live, how they hunt, and some of the reasons why they are feared by many people in Africa.
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  • Boa Constrictors

    Melanie Ann Howard

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Deep in the South American jungle, a boa constrictor drops from a tree onto its prey. Soon its body is wrapped around its meal, squeezing it to death. Learn more about these big snakes, including where they live, how they hunt, and why some of them make good pets.
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