Books published by publisher Franklin Press

This story is for the kids who toss the bat to choose captains and pick teams, playing in a neighborhood field or an empty lot. You'll find no coaches, no concession stands, and sometimes just an old bat and ball. But once the first pitch is thrown, you'll find the real heart and soul of America. You'll find baseball in its purest form. And if you look a little closer, you'll find something more. Millions of children, here and abroad, do not experience the joy of playing sports with friends for lack of equipment and this book not only shines a spotlight on the situation, but a portion of all proceeds is donated to three non-profit organizations, Pitch In For Baseball, Sports Gift, and Good Sports, that provide sports equipment to kids who would otherwise go without. Endorsed by professional baseball players, Jack Hannahan, Robb Quinlan, Sean Casey, and future hall-of-famer, Craig Biggio, and teamed up with Louisville Slugger, Rawlings, and Modell's Sporting Goods, this title will help ensure that all kids have a glove of their own.

One disgruntled chicken and one major holiday equal a refreshingly funny Easter tale and begs the question...Can the chicken really replace the Easter Bunny? Sure to entertain readers of all ages, this sarcastic chicken is on a mission. Told in rhyme and humor, The Easter Chicken has become a staple in thousands of Easter Baskets and bookbags. Like all Franklin Mason Press titles, a portion of each sale benefits our charity partner, St. Jude's Children's Hospital. In addition, two pages are saved to publish the work of 6-9 year olds through our Guest Young Authors and Illustrators Contest. This contest has become immensely popular with schools, teachers, and parents and a large part of our marketing program.

When you're a kid, you have your own odd-job business, and you're about to be named New Jersey's Official Junior Ambassador, what do you do for fun? If you're T-Bone, you run for Student Council, of course! Follow Nicky and T-Bone as they explore the Garden State while running a hilarious campaign for Class President. Join them as their adventures continue and then visit their newest project, Government in Action,on their website.

Marshall Monster comes from the typical monster family complete with the typical older monster brother, Fred. While monster parents always tell their little monsters that there is no such thing as children, Fred convinces Marshall that a scary kid is hiding under his bed. As the night winds howl and the moon casts long shadows, Marshall begins to believe that kids are real and that he is about to become a squishy Marshall-monster treat. The book is humorous, rhyme-filled, and exquisitely illustrated.

Answering the age-old question of where snowmen really go, this title warms the heart and is sure to become a classic. With retro-style illustrations and a humorous, rhyming tale this non-holiday celebration of winter delights readers, young and old. Like all Franklin Mason Press titles, a portion of each sale benefits our charity partner, The Four Foundation. In addition, two pages are saved to publish the work of 6-9 year olds through our Guest Young Authors and Illustrators Contest. This contest has become immensely popular with schools, teachers, and parents and a large part of our marketing program. Other marketing aspects for this title are Easter, Spring, and Teamwork.