Books with author Mr. Jack Thompson

When Guppy the Puppy’s family takes a trip to the Grand Canyon, they tell him to wait in the car while they go for a hike. No one is expecting Guppy to go on his own hike - all over the Canyon. But this isn’t just any hike. Guppy is lost and spends the day trying to find his way back to the car. His hike isn’t without perils, as he encounters a Rattlesnake, hungry Mountain Lion, a mighty Condor, and some wild Coyote pups. Luckily, a Raven introduces him to many friendly residents of the Canyon, too, like a Deer, a Lemur, a Skunk, a Rabbit and Bats. They all pitch in to help Guppy find his way back after his long and exciting Grand Canyon Adventure.

“No one ever listens to me! No one at all, no matter what it’s about!”Did you ever just want people to stop and listen to what you are saying? That’s what Emma wants, but she feels like no one will pay attention to what she has to say because she is younger and smaller than everyone around her. She has lots of good ideas, but no idea how to get her parents, her sister, and grownups to HEAR what she is saying. Using critical thinking skills, Emma is able to help others and get grownups to hear her small, but powerful voice.This is a great teaching tool for children who struggle to make their voice heard or who feel left out. Fully illustrated for early readers, this is a great teaching tool for children who struggle to make their voice heard or who feel left out.

Justin McLeod's life has taken a turn for the worse. Small for his age and in his first year of high school, Justin's only friend has become a bully and harasses him at every turn. But Justin has a secret. He feels no pain from the punches and shoves that come his way and, at his mother's request, must pretend to be normal even though he wants to fight back. A mysterious message on his computer sends him in search of knowledge about the legendary Titans. While at the local library, he is confronted by a frightening group of men who follow him and attack his home. Justin must escape, but there seems no way out and leaving his ailing mother behind is something Justin does not want to do. But Justin's mother and a family friend urge him to get to a place of safety; a sanctuary where he may, perhaps, learn more about his strange gift and it's connection with the long-dead Titans.

The children of the realm have fallen asleep and are unable to wake up. The Princess is also under this spell, and The King offers anyone anything to put an end this horrible dilemma. Warriors, champions and wizards declare themselves heroes and seek The Kings purse, however an old druid of the forest and an old dwarf go out into the woods with a foolhardy plan and nothing else and share one amazing adventure together.

Fourteen year old Justin McLeod has learned that he is a Titan, born five thousand years after the mythic race disappeared. Justin escapes from unknown forces to Sanctuary, a huge, hidden base where other teens like himself have taken refuge. There he begins to learn about his race's past, why he and the other young Titans have appeared at this moment in history and about his powers and how to use them. But other Titans have also come into the world; rebels who are bent on world domination. They see Justin and the new Titans as a threat to their plans. They attack Sanctuary, but thanks in part to Justin's powers are driven back. Soon after, Justin learns that a family friend, Wilson, who originally helped him escape to safety, is being held captive by government forces. So he and his new friend, Aaron, leave the protection of Sanctuary on a quest to save him. However, they are tricked by their enemies, trapped along with six other new Titans and forced to use a mysterious Gate to get back to Sanctuary. Now they find themselves stranded on the lowest level of this gigantic complex, cut off from all aid and facing a journey through the darkness toward the distant top level and possible safety. But what hope do these young Titans have? Even if they survive the unknown perils that await them, one thing is certain. The renegade Titans now control Sanctuary.

Rosie went to her room and shed a tear.They weren't proud of her. It was very clear.Do you ever feel like your parents don't have time for you? This is exactly how Rosie the raccoon feels. She wants nothing more than for her parents to be proud of her. A town race is announced, and Rosie is excited to run, but her parents are too busy working to make it, and her mom fails to make Rosie's race shirt. Even after her success in the race, she feels her parents aren't proud of her. Rosie feels unloved and decides to run away from home. Though she doesn't realize, her parents work hard because they love her. Will Rosie learn that her mom and dad do what they do out of love? Will her parents find a way to show her they are proud of her?This is a heart-warming story that teaches children things are not always as they seem and running away is not the answer.

When you’re glad, you shine like a ray of sun. You go out in the world and have some fun. And when you’re sad, it’s like a rainy day. But that rain and sadness will go away.Do you ever feel sad? Do you ever let your sadness get you down? It's okay to be sad, but not all of time. You must balance your sad feelings with feelings of happiness. Noble, a happy kid, knows just this. He always has a positive outlook on things even when bad things happen. But when his dog Blue gets sick, will Noble be able to stay happy? Or will he be able to use the experience to teach his friends the secret to his happiness?Fully illustrated for early readers, this is a great teaching tool for children who are struggling to find a healthy balance between being sad and being happy.

Sometimes things that are new or unknown to us can seem scary. Sometimes we pretend we don’t like something, when really this thing frightens us. For seven-year-old Jorie, this thing is Australia. Her parents announce a family vacation “down under” and Jorie does not want to go. Her parents encourage her and along the way Jorie experiences things she never expected to! Will Jorie continue to hate Australia? Or will her experience there change her mind?

Ever wanted something you couldn't have? Or felt like everyone else has it easier than you do? The Little Big Girl tells the story about a little girl who wants to grow up as quickly as possible. Everyone around her is bigger and stronger and can do the things she wishes she could do. Through a series of adventures she soon discovers being BIG isn’t all it’s cracked up to be and being little isn’t all that bad. She learns that everyone is unique and special in their own way.