Books published by publisher MARSHALL,M. S.

Principles of love and affection are taught in a passionate and clear way to children using animals as examples to show the universal purpose of love and friendship in beautiful clear large photographs of various animals demonstrating the various types of affection. Topics covered include defining exactly what love is, what feelings are, the importance of affection for social animals and ourselves, and how we demonstrate and perceive trust -- an essential part of love. The book covers reciprocation of kindness and understanding the feelings of others among other aspects of the connections between animals and between people. The photographs tell much of the story even for children not yet adept at language, though with the text read silently or out loud, should be helpful and enjoyable to children of all ages. The difficulty level for young reader has been rated for 10-100 years of age. Includes child-appropriate mention of reproduction and breastfeeding.

Principles of love and affection are taught in a passionate and clear way to children using animals as examples to show the universal purpose of love and friendship in beautiful clear large photographs of various animals demonstrating the various types of affection. Topics covered include defining exactly what love is, what feelings are, the importance of affection for social animals and ourselves, and how we demonstrate and perceive trust -- an essential part of love. The book covers reciprocation of kindness and understanding the feelings of others among other aspects of the connections between animals and between people. The photographs tell much of the story even for children not yet adept at language, though with the text read silently or out loud, should be helpful and enjoyable to children of all ages. The difficulty level for young reader has been rated for 10-100 years of age. Includes child-appropriate mention of reproduction and breastfeeding.

The only thing 17-year-old Jon Parker wants is to escape his sleepy Arkansas hometown. But everything changes when Jon stumbles into the boys' bathroom and transforms into a black panther. Without choice, Jon is thrust into a world where parallel universes are real, shapeshifters exist, and dangerous intruders control the elements with a mere thought. Like it or not, Jon's new mission is to protect our world from intruders from other worlds. But is it a mission Jon will accept? Haunted by his past and facing an uncertain future, Jon struggles to know who he can trust. Ultimately, his decision will impact the people he loves - and our whole world. About Guardians of the Portal, a YA fantasy series The Portal & the Panther is the first book in the young adult contemporary fantasy series, the Guardians of the Portal. The second book, The Girl Between Worlds, is already available. Portal ends on a cliff-hanger, but fear not! Girl picks up the story where Portal leaves off. The third book, The Rook & the King will be out in May 2015.

A fire. An accidental psychic. A chance for two foster kids to stop an interdimensional civil war. Growing up on the wrong side of the tracks in Oklahoma City, Jenna Two Horse and Calvin Little have led a hard-knock life. In foster care for as long as they can remember, they've learned to survive without relying on anyone else. But when their younger foster brother is threatened, Jenna and Calvin discover "survival skills" that defy imagination. As they explore their new powers, they stumble upon facts that force them to question everything they thought they knew about the world - and themselves. Without meaning to, Jenna and Calvin get caught between two powerful men with conflicting agendas. Will they pick the right side of this fight? Or will they end up as collateral damage in an interdimensional civil war? Playing with Fire is a young adult science fiction and fantasy adventure novel. If you like great fight scenes, creepy villains, and sci-fi superpowers, but you also like a good coming-of-age story filled with three-dimensional characters struggling to find their place in the world, you'll love this book.

Max Masters is a curious boy with a wild imagination. Follow his adventures with his two best friends, Piper and Tristan, as they explore their hometown of Arcadia and beyond. In this third installment of the series, Max has a chance encounter with a unique group of teens and embarks on an unexpected adventure. Packed full of mysteries, educational dialogue, and exciting adventures, this book series is perfect for young listeners who are ready for chapter books and expanding into new vocabulary.

Max Masters is a curious boy with a wild imagination. Follow his adventures with his two best friends, Piper and Tristan, as they explore their hometown of Arcadia and beyond. In this first installment of the series, we are introduced to the main characters as they encounter an alien at their school and desperately try to figure out what to do next. Comedy ensues as our hero, Max, concocts a bold plan to fight off an invasion with an army of students. Will he succeed? Packed full of mysteries, educational dialogue, and exciting adventures, this audiobook series is perfect for young learners who are ready for chapter audiobooks and expanding into new vocabulary.

Max Masters is a curious boy with a wild imagination. Follow his adventures with his two best friends, Piper and Tristan, as they explore their hometown of Arcadia and beyond. In this second installment of the series, Max tries to unravel a mystery after a series of local thefts takes place. Packed full of mysteries, educational dialogue and exciting adventures, this book series is perfect for young fans who are ready for chapter books and expanding into new vocabulary.