Books published by publisher Pageant Wagon Publishing

"We are like eggs at present. And you cannot go on indefinitely being just an ordinary, decent egg. We must be hatched or go bad." C.S. Lewis This inspiring quote suggests the story and theme for the first in the Fable Springs Parables Picture Book Series designed for all family-friendly venues. On the outskirts of the idyllic English country village of Fable Springs, visit the setting of Book 1 on MacDonald's Farm for Mother Chicken's Eggs: Choosing to Grow into Greater Things. The tale explores how the choices we make affects our ability to grow into greater things--or not--because, choices have consequences. Everyone on MacDonald's Farm is excited! Mother Chicken has laid three fine eggs with great hopes for each one when they finally hatch! A brown egg with hard bumps and a white egg with dark specks have much to overcome to be able to break through and hatch out of their shell. The warmth Mother Chicken provides, as she tenderly cares for her eggs on the nest, strengthens them to break free. They can now grow into greater things with all the gifts Farmer MacDonald showers upon them. A farmyard full of delightful animal characters celebrates with much fanfare and a party as the new chicks take their useful place on the farm. But, everyone on the farm is soon shocked when one egg balks at breaking out into a fluffy chick's life full of promise and purpose. What happens when he refuses to hatch out of his shell? Crafted as an entertaining read aloud with repetitive rhymes for vocal variety and humorous characters, the large format of this book makes it a perfect selection for performance storytelling in a living room or classroom. In the tradition of Beatrix Potter, the lush pen and watercolor pictures create a text that "pops" with engaging charm-including a parallel story line hidden in the interpretive illustrations. Discussion questions at the conclusion of the story encourage quality conversation within the family or small group about how the life lesson of the story applies to one's own life. A separate in-depth study guide designed for homeschool use, Christian family devotions, small group, and one-on-one counseling using literature for reflective thinking is available in e-book format only.

Titus the Sea Turtle loves stories. He is thrilled to learn that storytelling and book reading is a big part of going to school. When he arrives on his first day of school, his teacher, Miss Martha, reads the class an exciting story. But when it’s time for recess Titus is disappointed that he and his friends must swim outside to play among the seaweed instead of hearing the end of the story. He must wait until tomorrow. But the next day Miss Martha is sick. A substitute teacher reads the class a different story. A very boring story. Then, Titus gets sick and must stay home forcing him to wait even longer. Will Miss Martha return to school and read the end of the story without him? Why is it so hard to wait? What lesson does Titus learn about being patient when he is disappointed, angry, or bored?Nine-year-old Sophia Ambrico is a budding author and illustrator. She is part of the Pageant Wagon Publishing Young Authors Collective featuring original books penned by student writers and artists working under the mentorship of author and teacher, Kathryn Ross. Titus Goes to School is Sophia’s first picture book in her Titus the Sea Turtle Series. She hopes to continue to write and illustrate her own work, grow in her skills, and use her talents to glorify God. Learn more about the Pageant Wagon Publishing Young Authors Collective at www.pageantwagonpublishing.com.

The avowed Bible of SEC Football...containing a history of college football in the South and a history of tailgating, chapters on each of the 14 schools, how they acquired their mascots, colors and nicknames, profiles of great players and coaches, where to go out to eat and drink in each town so you can take over when you get there, bail bondsmen, hospitals, famous alumni, where to shop and golf in each town; as well as authentic Cajun tailgating recipes named after each school. Volume IV in the series that began in 2000; 320 pages.

The kids at Superhero School imagine a lockdown caused by fire-breathing dragons, supervillains, even wild animals. They know what to do and who to trust because ... **Superheroes are prepared!** Students learn superhero skills to get out of sight, keep quiet, and stay calm in a Lockdown Drill. Lockdown Drill at Superhero School is a tool for teachers, principals, parents and other educators to calmly prepare students for a Lockdown Drill while clearly explaining the seriousness of the drill. Lockdown Drill at Superhero School is written in comic-book style and has content similar to I’m not Scared… I’m Prepared by the ALICE Training Institute. Perfect for use in preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school classrooms. Early-childhood educators and school principals can use the picture book Lockdown Drill at Superhero School to prepare PreK, K, 1st Grade and 2nd Grade students for the lock-in-place/shelter-in-place drill in your school district. Available in Spanish for your bilingual, dual-language, or Spanish-immersion classes as "Simulacro de Encierro en la Escuela de Superhéroes." Disponible en español para clases bilinguës o clases en español: "Simulacro de Encierro en la Escuela de Superhéroes."

Varkuvia, ruled by five powerful kings, is the richest, most powerful kingdom in the known world. For centuries, the Five Kings have been protected by the Order of Acrium, a ferocious and elite band of warriors. Many have tried to invade the land, but since the Order was formed, they have not lost a single battle. However, the four lords of the east, enemies to Varkuvia, have formed an alliance, secretly brewing a plan to overthrow the Five Kings. Through manipulation and deception, the Order is disbanded. With the Order out of their way, the four treacherous lords kindle the fires of war, spreading the flames to the impregnable fortress city of Karalis. Trystan, a swordsman of the disbanded Order of Acrium, is thrown in the midst of war. By his honor as a warrior, he takes up arms to save the city of Karalis, its people, and his friends. But in every corner lurks darkness, lies, and danger; and Trystan must find it within himself to see the light of hope. This tale of power, lust, and deceit will take you into the vast kingdom of Varkuvia, into the lives of the kings, and into the life of one man who became a kingdom's hero. A man who has finally come to fully understand the meaning of darkest valor.

Tall Enough to Ride is a delightful story about a little six year old girl named Sydney who has dreamed about the day when she would be tall enough to ride the best rides at Kid Kastle Amusement Park. Come take this journey with Sydney and her family as she discovers the challenges of being the youngest child amongst her sisters (Jamila and Ashley) who experiences both the hopes, disappointments and joys of finally being tall enough to ride!

I Love Art is a collection and celebration of original colourful and creative childhood drawings from ages three to eight. The pictures are lifecycle storytelling through the eyes of a child. This book is a childhood journey that inspires child and parent storytelling of a thousand words, explorations of hidden messages and joyful moments with your child. It encourages children to draw and builds creative confidence in young children.

Michelangelo Tangelo - Releasing The Past is the story of Grumpy Grapefruit. Grumpy is bitter because he endured ridicule and scorn as a young grapefruit and his sour attitude is ruining all of his relationships! Michelangelo desires to help his friend however before that can happen, Grumpy must make the difficult journey back in his past for closure to the causes of his bitterness.