Books with title Special Gifts

When Rosie showed up as a stray on Max's doorstep one morning, Max knew they would be best friends for life. What he didn't know was that his new dog had a very special gift. A Special Gift is perfect for 6-10 year olds looking for an exciting story with age-appropriate content.This book stresses the importance of open communication, appreciation of diversity and selfless friendship. More about the plot A Special Gift is set in rural Kansas. It features Max, a young boy in the second grade, his parents and his diverse group of friends.It also centers on Max's adopted dog, who Max finds outside his door on a cold rainy day. He soon begins to form a special bond with his new dog, Rosie. Max first learns Rosie is special while playing basketball in his driveway; Rosie could dribble the ball with her paw! Max even trains Rosie to shoot the ball at a lowered basket, flinging the ball with her front legs. We soon learn, however, that this is not Rosie's most important "special gift." Rather, she has a mysterious ability to warn children about dangerous situations.Rosie first uses this ability to warn Max that he was about to get hit by a car while chasing the basketball into the street. When Max tries to tell his parents that Rosie must have warned him, they do not believe him. Will anyone believe him? This is the first of many times that Rosie will showcase her special gift. As Max and Rosie help more people, more questions arise about Max's ability to detect danger. Will others ever come to understand that it is Rosie's gift, not Max's?A great first chapter book Read this book to learn more about the adventures of Max and Rosie. We have specifically designed our story to be interesting and engaging, yet simple enough for early readers to enjoy. With concise chapters and a captivating plot, it will be hard to put this book down! Will Max ever get anyone to believe in the powers of his incredible best friend?A note from the author: My greatest joy is creating with my grandchildren. In 2010, I proposed to my two grandchildren, Josie and Nathan, that we write a children's book on the topic of their choosing. We saw a need for early learners to have more enjoyable reading materials to develop a lifetime love of books. We set out to author a concise story kids would never want to stop reading! After many brainstorming sessions, we began writing this book about a unique dog who communicates with humans, but only under very special circumstances. I was excited to see my grandchildren as enthusiastic about this endeavor as when we had started our greeting cards company. During that time, they learned the processes of a functioning business.While writing this book together, we learned so much about the many puzzle pieces required to write, illustrate, and publish this book for you! Each step along the way was borne out of a passion for and the love of fostering the imaginations of little ones learning to read. Although I wrote their ideas on paper, the creativity and endless revisions were definitely a team effort. This book would not exist without Nathan's and Josie's ideas, energy, perseverance and commitment to the project. After 10 years of hard work and dedication, our book is now ready for young readers. I hope all who read this will learn about the importance of friendship, diversity and communication. Most of all, I hope it motivates you to create something special with those you love the most. - Bob

One morning the people of Wemmicksville wake up to discover that they've all received gifts. Punchinello opens his gift to find a hammer; Lucia receives a paintbrush and set of paints; and Hans, the baker, gets a spoon. Nobody knows who sent the gifts, but each Wemmick receives the perfect gift: Punchinello likes to build, Lucia loves to paint, and Hans enjoys cooking.When a family of Wemmicks needs help to reach Eli the woodcarver, Punchinello and his friends try to come to their aid. Unfortunately, nothing they do seems to work. Only when they realize that Eli gave them each a special gift are they able to use those gifts to make a difference.This story will show kids how God has given them a special gift they can use to serve Him.

MEET THECOBBLE STREET COUSINSLily, who wants to be a poet.Tess, who wants to be a Broadway star.Rosie, who wants a little cottage with flowers by the door.It's winter vacation and there's no school for three weeks, but the CobbleStreet Cousins aren't worried about being bored. They're learning how tosew from their neighbor Mrs. White. And they're starting to keep a diaryabout their year living in the wonderful attic room in Aunt Lucy's littleblue house. Best of all, there's a Winter Solstice party at Aunt Lucy'sboyfriend Michael's apartment, with special presents for everyone.

When Rosie showed up as a stray on Max’s doorstep one morning, Max knew they would be best friends for life. What he didn’t know was that his new dog had a very special gift. A Special Gift is perfect for 6-10 year olds looking for an exciting story with age-appropriate content. This book stresses the importance of open communication, appreciation of diversity and selfless friendship. More about the plot A Special Gift is set in rural Kansas. It features Max, a young boy in the second grade, his parents and his diverse group of friends. It also centers on Max’s adopted dog, who Max finds outside his door on a cold rainy day. He soon begins to form a special bond with his new dog, Rosie. Max first learns Rosie is special while playing basketball in his driveway; Rosie could dribble the ball with her paw! Max even trains Rosie to shoot the ball at a lowered basket, flinging the ball with her front legs. We soon learn, however, that this is not Rosie’s most important “special gift.” Rather, she has a mysterious ability to warn children about dangerous situations. Rosie first uses this ability to warn Max that he was about to get hit by a car while chasing the basketball into the street. When Max tries to tell his parents that Rosie must have warned him, they do not believe him. Will anyone believe him? This is the first of many times that Rosie will showcase her special gift. As Max and Rosie help more people, more questions arise about Max’s ability to detect danger. Will others ever come to understand that it is Rosie’s gift, not Max’s? A great first chapter book Read this book to learn more about the adventures of Max and Rosie. We have specifically designed our story to be interesting and engaging, yet simple enough for early readers to enjoy. With concise chapters and a captivating plot, it will be hard to put this book down! Will Max ever get anyone to believe in the powers of his incredible best friend? A note from the author: My greatest joy is creating with my grandchildren. In 2010, I proposed to my two grandchildren, Josie and Nathan, that we write a children's book on the topic of their choosing. We saw a need for early learners to have more enjoyable reading materials to develop a lifetime love of books. We set out to author a concise story kids would never want to stop reading! After many brainstorming sessions, we began writing this book about a unique dog who communicates with humans, but only under very special circumstances. I was excited to see my grandchildren as enthusiastic about this endeavor as when we had started our greeting cards company. During that time, they learned the processes of a functioning business. While writing this book together, we learned so much about the many puzzle pieces required to write, illustrate, and publish this book for you! Each step along the way was borne out of a passion for and the love of fostering the imaginations of little ones learning to read. Although I wrote their ideas on paper, the creativity and endless revisions were definitely a team effort. This book would not exist without Nathan’s and Josie’s ideas, energy, perseverance and commitment to the project. After 10 years of hard work and dedication, our book is now ready for young readers. I hope all who read this will learn about the importance of friendship, diversity and communication. Most of all, I hope it motivates you to create something special with those you love the most. - Bob

Once upon a time thee men met in a forest. Each had a special gift. Nicholas stitched beautiful poems on pieces of cloth, Nicolo was a talented carpenter, and Nikolai a skilled stonemason. The thee Nicks became fast friends, using their talents to build a home together.The years went by, and one day when the three Nicks were very old men, they realized that something was missing.They had forgotten the pleasure of using their special gifts. As they set about rediscovering that pleasure, they realized an even greater one -- the joy of sharing those gifts with others.Peter Grosz emigrated from his native Romania to Germany, where he now works as a teacher and writer and director of the Mainz Literature Office. This is his tint book for North-South.Giuliano Lunelli was born in Trento, Italy. After graduating from art school he worked as a printer and an illustrator in an advertising agency. He then turned to illustrating for children. This is his first picture book.

Savy is worried. Her dog, Snort, is very sick, and Savy's parents say that Snort needs to leave them and go to heaven. But who will play with Snort if she leaves Savy and her family? And what will Savy do without her best friend? In Snort's Special Gift, Savy and her family explore different ways to grieve for and remember a beloved pet. This healing story addresses feelings of loss in gentle and supportive ways as the family shares happy memories and creates a beautiful celebration of Snort's life. And in the end, Savy discovers that Snort has more special gifts to share with her . . .The relationship between a person (whether adult or child) and their pet can be one of the most rich and meaningful experiences in that person's life. The unconditional love and loyalty of a pet is a unique and frequently elusive trait. I had the good fortune to witness this in the author's life.

MEET THE COBBLE STREET COUSINS Lily, who wants to be a poet. Tess, who wants to be a Broadway star. Rosie, who wants a little cottage with flowers by the door. It's winter vacation and there's no school for three weeks, but the Cobble Street Cousins aren't worried about being bored. They're learning how to sew from their neighbor Mrs. White. And they're starting to keep a diary about their year living in the wonderful attic room in Aunt Lucy's little blue house. Best of all, there's a Winter Solstice party at Aunt Lucy's boyfriend Michael's apartment, with special presents for everyone.

“It was two years ago and we are such good friends now. It just seems we have always been that way. I never really think about how it all came to be.”Megan had no idea her special gift would hold such significance, but to a distant and angered Jonathan, it would change everything. A Special Gift is a touching wholesome story set back in the late 1800’s, but filled with biblical truths and valuable life lessons that are still applicable to our youth today. Follow along on Megan and Jonathan’s life-changing journey of personal challenges, entertaining mishaps, and growing friendships to the heartfelt ending that will leave you wanting more. See how God’s promise to his people was not to spare them from difficult times that come to pass, but to be there with them when they do. For God is always with us, sometimes in ways we would have never even imagined.***Kennedy Krieger Institute and Hope Road Nicaragua will each receive a 25% contribution from the sale of each book***