Books with author Victoria L. Smith

Children are full of innocence and sweetness. But even the most adorable kids want to imitate the grown-ups around them. 4-year-old Mike is one of them. He’s the typical clumsy kid, falling over himself and whatever is in his way, including his lovable dog Tiger. Mike wants to prove to the adults that he can be just like them. In I’m Not A Baby, author Bob Smith reveals Mike’s precocious world as he tries activities like swimming, making breakfast, and dressing up in nice clothes. And just like any child his age, Mike tries his best – with hilarious results.I’m Not A Baby is the perfect story for your own child. They will follow Mike, just like Tiger faithfully does, as constant setbacks fail to hinder him. That’s because Mike is like every child – full of wonder, curiosity, and willing to learn from his mistakes. And as you read this heartwarming book to your own child, perhaps you can learn from Mike’s adventures too, because his optimism and drive are lessons for all of us.

Amelia’s mother passes away when she is seven years old. Her father, Mr. Justus turns into a depressed, taciturn man. He remarries quickly, and sends Amelia away continually; however, he keeps his two step-sons and four children at home. Amelia works hard to triumph over the grievous details of death, but will she succeed? Will she be able to help her father, too?

King Deer has a feeling it’s going to be a very special day in the Woods. The animals are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the year’sfirst firefly. Even Sequoia, the friendly golden retriever who lives near the Woods, has come in for this special occasion. Will the glow bug shine her light in the Woods soon?Join King Deer, Sequoia, Mr. Frog, Little Squirrelin, and many others as they celebrate the birth of Summer!

"A gripping read. Real page-turner. Superb." This is just one of the many five-star reviews of The Lodge in the Woods.Teenager Alice is a shy English girl growing up in 1970's America, where she struggles to fit in with a world of fast food, flirting and fashion. She has a high IQ and sees things differently from most - numbers have colours - and so do flavours and days of the week. Gawky Alice is too naive to be popular, until she gets caught up with the strange happenings of a masonic lodge near her home. What she discovers leads her to challenge her preconceptions of life and herself, as jealousy, revenge and violence force her to grow up fast.Armed with her ability to feel the pain of others, Alice is forced to confront a time and place where racism, injustice and cruelty lurk just beneath the surface.The Lodge in the Woods is edgy fiction for teens and adults looking for a thriller with a difference.

Children are full of innocence and sweetness. But even the most adorable kids want to imitate the grown-ups around them. 4-year-old Mike is one of them. He’s the typical clumsy kid, falling over himself and whatever is in his way, including his lovable dog Tiger. Mike wants to prove to the adults that he can be just like them. In I’m Not A Baby, author Bob Smith reveals Mike’s precocious world as he tries activities like swimming, making breakfast, and dressing up in nice clothes. And just like any child his age, Mike tries his best – with hilarious results. I’m Not A Baby is the perfect story for your own child. They will follow Mike, just like Tiger faithfully does, as constant setbacks fail to hinder him. That’s because Mike is like every child – full of wonder, curiosity, and willing to learn from his mistakes. And as you read this heartwarming book to your own child, perhaps you can learn from Mike’s adventures too, because his optimism and drive are lessons for all of us.

Bullying, anorexia, dyslexia, cruel gossip, obesity, being 'perfect,' speech impediments, fears.....36 students write about their personal challenges and how they overcame them. Every student in the Titan Team gets printed. These essays are a good read for students and can be used by schoolteachers or parents to help teach essay writing by example. Written and edited by students, this is a unique and special book.