Books published by publisher Browndeer Press Paperbacks

A step-by-step guide to raising confident, open-minded, tolerant kids -- as featured on the PBS NewsHourA rapidly growing demographic cohort in America, non-religious and progressively religious parents are at the forefront of a major and unprecedented cultural shift. Unable to fall back on what they were taught as children, many of these parents are struggling -- or simply failing -- to address issues of God, religion and faith with their children in ways that promote honesty, curiosity, kindness and independence.The author sifts through hard data -- including the results of a survey of 1,000 secular parents -- and delivers gentle but straightforward advice to atheists, agnostics, humanists and open-minded believers. With a thoughtful voice infused with humor, Russell seamlessly merges scientific thought, scholarly research and everyday experience with respect for a full range of ways to view the world."Relax, It's Just God" goes beyond the numbers to assist parents (and grandparents) who may be struggling to find the right time place, tone and language with which to talk about God, spirituality and organized religion. It encourages parents to promote religious literacy and understanding and to support kids as they explore religion on their own -- ensuring that each child makes up his or her own mind about what to believe (or not believe) and extends love and respect to those who may not agree with them.Subjects covered include: Talking openly about our beliefs without indoctrinating kids Making religious literacy fun and engaging Talking about death without the comforts of heaven Navigating religious differences with extended family members What to do when kids get threatened with hell

Featured on the PBS NewsHour! A step-by-step guide to raising confident, open-minded, tolerant kids A rapidly growing demographic cohort in America, non-religious and progressively religious parents are at the forefront of a major and unprecedented cultural shift. Unable to fall back on what they were taught as children, many of these parents are struggling -- or simply failing -- to address issues of God, religion and faith with their children in ways that promote honesty, curiosity, kindness and independence.The author sifts through hard data -- including the results of a survey of 1,000 secular parents -- and delivers gentle but straightforward advice to atheists, agnostics, humanists and open-minded believers. With a thoughtful voice infused with humor, Russell seamlessly merges scientific thought, scholarly research and everyday experience with respect for a full range of ways to view the world."Relax, It's Just God" goes beyond the numbers to assist parents (and grandparents) who may be struggling to find the right time place, tone and language with which to talk about God, spirituality and organized religion. It encourages parents to promote religious literacy and understanding and to support kids as they explore religion on their own -- ensuring that each child makes up his or her own mind about what to believe (or not believe) and extends love and respect to those who may not agree with them.Subjects covered include:Talking openly about our beliefs without indoctrinating kidsMaking religious literacy fun and engagingTalking about death without the comforts of heavenNavigating religious differences with extended family membersWhat to do when kids get threatened with hell

April Chen is happily planning to go away to college, and she has a great new boyfriend, Steve. But April, the only girl in the family, must take care of Grandma, and Grandma--the Dragon Lady--hates Steve and has other plans for April. Caught between two cultures, the teenager finally realizes she must find a way to define herself on her own terms. “Sparked by Namioka’s own experiences as an Asian American, April’s first-person narrative rings true with uncertainty, joy, and hope.”--School Library Journal

It’s been three years since their mother died, and thirteen-year-old Nora and her twelve-year-old sister, Patsy, still miss her and are not prepared for their father’s plans to remarry. Because of the many changes in her life, Nora has some strange experiences: She hears her dead mother’s laughter and feels her kiss. Is it her mother’s ghost? “An immensely appealing story in an attractive small format guaranteed to please a broad spectrum of readers.”--School Library Journal

When Julius Caesar came, saw, and conquered Gaul, what was he wearing under his toga? Who was the first Western woman to make underwear her outerwear? (Hint: It wasn't Madonna!) From ancient Egypt to Easter Island, what was the most popular underwear ever invented? Accurate in every detail, bursting with information, and appropriate for all ages, this brief history tastefully reveals the answers to these intriguing questions--and more!

Pumpkins, dandelions, aliens from space, and a little time travel add up to a fast-moving, funny science-fiction novel for middle grade readers. “Gilden salts this humorous sci-fi tale with literary references, keeps the plot spinning like a plate on a stick, and promises more hilarious adventures for this plucky, unconventional duo.”--School Library Journal

Thirteen-year-old Maxine Russell is a self-described feminist, and she knows it's not always easy. The world is full of misinformation about feminism. And, sometimes, being an activist — especially in middle school! — can make a girl feel pretty lonely. Here, Russell writes and illustrates a book for children, ages four to ten, introducing them to the wonders of feminism, clearing up some common misconceptions, and presenting feminists as supportive superheroes advocating for a better world.

The skies are busy highways for birds, bats, insects, and some seeds and fruits. Noted science author Seymour Simon’s graceful text combined with fluid watercolors by Elsa Warnick offer a fascinating look at the extraordinary variety of animals and plants that travel through the air. “A good choice for reading aloud to older children, this is a classy collaboration and an exciting introduction to a new children’s book illustrator.”--School Library Journal

Whether building a ship from chairs and pillows, making a city out of blocks, playing with toys on the bedspread, or sailing a toy boat down the river to an unknown destination, the delights of childhood - past and present - converge in Robert Louis Stevenson's timeless verse. Boldly illustrated by the inimitable Max Grover, Where Go the Boats? gives a fresh look to a quartet of classic poems - and brings their lively joy to a new generation of children.