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  • "Gerome's Rainbow" Hardcover - Story About Acceptance

    Stephanie Logsdon, M.E.B. Stottmann

    Hardcover (Baxter's Corner, March 18, 2020)
    “Your job is to make a picture of you. We all are a mixture, of red, yellow, and blue.” Gerome’s Rainbow is a story about acceptance. Gerome and his classmates argue over what colors are better without realizing they are hurting each other’s feelings. It saddens Gerome that he and his friends are fighting, until he comes up with a great idea. Baxter’s Corner – Building Character is Child’s Play® Parents and educators agree that exposing children to learning values at an early age leads to healthy emotional and spiritual children. Baxter’s Corner has a unique series of books designed to enhance conversations between adults and preschool through primary-aged children. Each book has a magical section that allows caregivers to go beyond and tackle hard subjects like bulling, manners, being different than others, single-parent families, respecting authority, and working with others. Matching puppets, stretched canvas wall art, and removable wall decals bring the stories to life and deepen each child’s understanding of respect, determination, resilience, compassion, cooperation, and acceptance. “They write and illustrate the most wonderful children’s books designed to help both caregivers and children navigate life’s struggles in a healthy way. The books also include supplemental activities to help caregivers engage children in conversations about what they’ve learned and how they can apply the main message/theme to their lives.” Benjamin Gies, Policy and Advocacy Director, Kentucky Youth Advocates
  • The Three Hostages

    John Buchan, Peter Joyce

    Audio CD (Assembled Stories, May 30, 2009)
    In "The Three Hostages" (1924) Richard Hannay leaves his quiet and happy family life in the countryside to face the most evil opponent of his career. Dominick Medina, a seductive fallen angel, a master of thought control, and trusted by many of Britain's leaders, is a twisted product of the years shattered by war in Europe. In this `shocker', which is also a sophisticated masquerade, Hannay must use all his ingenuity to save not only three innocent hostages but also his own life - and his sanity. "The Three Hostages" explores the psychological consequences of war and the world of international business crime. In his introduction Karl Miller puts this swift and sinister novel in its idelological and literary context, drawing some eerie parallels with the threats and fears that face us today. This book is intended for students of Edwardian fiction.
  • Gerome Sticks His Neck Out: Winner of Book Excellence, Independent Press, Mom's Choice and Purple Dragonfly Awards

    L.S.V. Baker, M.E.B. Stottmann

    Hardcover (Baxter's Corner, April 9, 2017)
    “He no longer stuck out, his height no longer laughable. But with his head hanging low, he felt most ungiraffeable.”Gerome does not like the attention he draws due to his height. He finds a way to keep a low profile but knows he isn’t being genuine. He is finally able to fully embrace his height, and its advantages, when his concern for another becomes greater than his concern for himself.Through storytelling, Baxter’s CornerTM pursues its mission to inspire young children to develop positive social skills that affect behavior choices. Each book features fun filled pages that Go Beyond the reading with a series of questions and learning activities that focus on an important point for your young listener or reader, including: “What do you think” questions Fun facts about the featured animals Social skill activities “Stop and think” situations that show the effects of choices we make “Gerome Sticks His Neck Out is definitely character building reading for young readers, teaching respect for others and a positive awareness of community. “ James A. Cox, Editor, Midwest Book Review Children’s Bookwatch, The Social Issues Shelf “Gerome Sticks His Neck Out is an engaging and stimulating book for young children. Lessons about friendship and standing up for what’s right are the dominant themes in this sweet story.”Kristina Davis Christensen, M.Ed. Head of School Friends School, Louisville, KY “Gerome Sticks His Neck Out is fun and short and also deals with a serious topic that many children might face. ... I find that this short story fits well into every kids book collection and it’s a great way to talk to your children about friendship, bullying, self-esteem and so on.” Erika Winterlia, Winterlia Reviews Follinge Jamtland, Sweden
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  • Gerome Sticks His Neck Out: Winner of Book Excellence, Independent Press, Mom's Choice and Purple Dragonfly Awards

    L S V Baker, M E B Stottmann

    Paperback (Baxter's Corner, Aug. 6, 2017)
    "He no longer stuck out, his height no longer laughable. But with his head hanging low, he felt most ungiraffeable." Gerome does not like the attention he draws due to his height. He finds a way to keep a low profile but knows he isn't being genuine. He is finally able to fully embrace his height, and its advantages, when his concern for another becomes greater than his concern for himself. Through storytelling, Baxter's Corner(R) pursues its mission to inspire young children to develop positive social skills that affect behavior choices. Each book features fun filled pages that Go Beyond the reading with a series of questions and learning activities that focus on an important point for your young listener or reader, including: "What do you think" questions Fun facts about the featured animals Social skill activities "Stop and think" situations that show the effects of choices we make "Gerome Sticks His Neck Out is definitely character building reading for young readers, teaching respect for others and a positive awareness of community. " James A. Cox, Editor, Midwest Book Review Children's Bookwatch, The Social Issues Shelf "Gerome Sticks His Neck Out is an engaging and stimulating book for young children. Lessons about friendship and standing up for what's right are the dominant themes in this sweet story." Kristina Davis Christensen, M.Ed. Head of School Friends School, Louisville, KY "Gerome Sticks His Neck Out is fun and short and also deals with a serious topic that many children might face. ... I find that this short story fits well into every kids book collection and it's a great way to talk to your children about friendship, bullying, self-esteem and so on." Erika Winterlia, Winterlia Reviews Follinge Jamtland, Sweden "This is one of the best company to buy books from. The kids enjoyed the story and the theme is character development" Amazon January 2018
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  • Lake Wobegon Summer 1956

    Garrison Keillor

    Hardcover (Chivers, June 15, 2001)
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  • Krakatoa: The Day the World Exploded: August 27, 1883

    Simon Winchester

    Hardcover (Chivers Large print (Chivers,, March 15, 2003)
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  • Window Box Collection: Favorite Bible Verses

    Thomas Kinkade

    Hardcover (Thomas Nelson Inc, Sept. 25, 2001)
    One of four books in a box set by Thomas Kinkade, one of the most recognized artists in the Christian Market. Kinkade's timeless art now can be introduced to children in a format that they will cherish for years. Bedtime Prayers is a small sized book that is perfect for trips in the car, for sharing at church or for those special times of reading at Grandma's house. Each themed mini-book highlights favorite selections from Thomas Kinkade's A Child's Garden of Verse or A Child's Grade of Prayer.
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  • Sideways Fred: Winner of Mom's Choice and Purple Dragonfly Awards

    L.S.V. Baker, M.E.B. Stottmann

    Hardcover (Baxter's Corner, Aug. 19, 2017)
    “Jumping,” thought Fred,“ looks like wonderful fun. I can’t wait to grow legs and hop in the sun.” As a tadpole, Fred can’t wait to jump just like the older frogs. But one of Fred’s new legs is shorter than the other and the jumping coach tells Fred that maybe jumping is not for him. Instead of giving up, Fred figures out a special way to jump. He practices and practices ... until he can hit the target every time. Through storytelling, Baxter’s Corner® pursues its mission to inspire young children to develop positive social skills that affect behavior choices. Each book features fun filled pages that Go Beyond the reading with a series of questions and learning activities that focus on an important point for your young listener or reader, including: “What do you think” questions Fun facts about the featured animals Social skill activities “Stop and think” situations that show the effects of choices we make “Parents and educators share responsibility to engender in children empathy and a sense of responsibility. The children’s books from Baxter’s Corner help adults teach these essential skills through delightful stories. Not only are the characters engaging and their tales charming, the design of each story captivates the imagination of the child. As an educator for 40 years, I appreciate the Go Beyond feature at the end of each story. With the activities in this section, parents, grandparents and educators can turn story time into opportunities for lessons about the impact of the choices we make. We discover fun facts about the featured animal characters as well as questions that develop critical thinking and spark children’s creativity. Through the creative process, children develop essential life skills such as empathy, grit, imagination and critical thinking.” Suzanne Cooke, RSCJ Independent School Administrator Miami, Florida “Since I live in Baxter County, Arkansas, I had to check out your books and puppets. I am so glad I did! The delightful characters and books are perfect for my classroom of special needs children. My students will really benefit from these wonderful social stories. I have turned the reading corner of my classroom into The Gang at Baxter's Corner Reading Club. Thank you for creating these stories.” Rebecca Weliver Elementary Instructor Mountain Home, Arkansas
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  • Window Box Collection: Box Set

    Thomas Kinkade

    Hardcover (Thomas Nelson Inc, Sept. 25, 2001)
    This four-book box set includes: Classic Prayers, Blessings, Favorite Bible Verses, and Bedtime Prayers-little books for little hands that introduce young children to classic prayers, blessings, and treasured Bible verses. This boxed gift set will delight both the child and the adults who love them. The small sized format makes these books a great "take along" item for church, in the car, or to read at Grandma's house. Full-color illustrations feature the art of Thomas Kinkade and soft colored silhouettes of children. Each themed mini-book highlights favorite selections from Thomas Kinkade's A Child's Garden of Verse or A Child's Garden of Prayer.
  • Tulipomania: The Story of the World's Most Coveted Flower and the Extraordinary Passions It Aroused

    Mike Dash

    Hardcover (Chivers, June 1, 2001)
    Follows the plant from the steppes of Central Asia as it headed west into Europe, becoming even more prized by the time it reached the Netherlands.
  • Bedtime Prayers

    Thomas Kinkade

    Hardcover (Thomas Nelson Inc, Sept. 25, 2001)
    One of four books in a box set by Thomas Kinkade, one of the most recognized artists in the Christian Market. Kinkade's timeless art now can be introduced to children at a very young age in a format that they will cherish for years. Bedtime Prayers is a small sized book that is perfect for trips in the car, for sharing at church or for those special times of reading at Grandma's house. Each themed mini-book highlights favorite selections from Thomas Kinkade's A Child's Garden of Verse or A Child's Grade of Prayer.
  • Cocktails for Three

    Madeleine Wickham

    Hardcover (Chivers, Aug. 1, 2002)
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