BOOKS BY GWEN PETREMAN
You can contact me at 705-309-7452
Aesop's Fables (5-9 year olds)
A great number of teachers and TL's are buying Aesop’s Fables for
their classrooms andthe school.
Aesop's fables have been specifically rewritten to address the variety of reading levels found in primary classrooms.
This is an ideal book to be used for the whole class from grade 1 to grade 3.
The book is a great buy as it contains 20 fables with lessons that
resonate with decision making when it comes to appropriate behaviour.
Perhaps one of the most quoted fables by parents and teachers is the one from the Grasshopper and the Ants - first, you work and then you play.
A Wish for Haidan (7-9 year olds)
This fairy young boy who is granted 3 wishes on one condition.
Trying to meet this condition brings astonishing changes to his
environment and his life.
This book will inspire young readers to become more engaged in
preserving our natural world.
It's a perfect book to read during Earth Day Celebrations.
Caught by Rabroar (6-9 year olds)
Rabroar’s favourite food is rabbits.
The rabbits have no way of escape as
their valley is surrounded by mountains.
How will Tibbar stop Rabroar from
eating all the rabbits in the valley?
Mrs. Chipley's Chattering Chipmunks (5 to 9 year olds)
Mrs. Chipley's Chattering Chipmunks delights and engages youngsters
with their wacky antics and unusual predicaments.
And at the same time teachers and parents are impressed by the
curriculum connections and the brain teasers found at the back
of the book.
Sleep Sh-h Sh-h Sleep (4-8 year olds)
Gwen was inspired to write this book for new parents who are
searching for a soft, soothing, sleep -inducing book to read to their
baby each night to lull them into sweet dreams.
What is really great about this book is that it can used for many years
to come. When baby reaches school age he /she will be intrigued by
the fascinating animal and sleep facts found at the back of the book.
The stunning sunsets with the accompanying animal silhouettes help a
young child make the connections between the baby animal name
they hear and the animals they see.
A great number of mothers-to-be, young mothers, grandmothers, and
baby shower guests have been very happy to find this book.
Gwen was inspired to write this book for new parents who are
searching for a soothing, sleep-inducing book to read to their baby
each night to help lull them into sweet dreams.
This book is ideal, as it can be read for many years to come.
When baby reaches school age he /she will be intrigued by the
fascinating animal and sleep facts found at the back of the book.
The stunning sunsets, with the accompanying animal silhouettes, help
a young child make the connections between the baby animal name
they hear and the animals they see.
Munch Munch Crunch! Bugs for Lunch! (4-8 year olds)
Youngsters will enjoy trying to create their own bugs that reflect the
descriptions in this lighthearted pattern story.
Future entomologists will be intrigued by the fascinating bug facts found
at the back of the book.
Let your imagination soar.
Go on a wild and enchanted journey.
Talk! Draw! Write! Then, turn the page.
Keep doing the same thing until you come to the last page.
In this book, real animals inhabiting our natural surroundings are magically transformed
into strange and colorful creatures found only in the lively imagination of a young child.
AUTHOR! AUTHOR! WOULD YOU? COULD YOU?
(5-9 year olds)
If you are a primary teacher or parent and decide to buy only one book this year, this is the book you should buy!
As a parent, if you can only afford to buy one book and want “bang foryour buck” this book is for you!
Not only is this book an unusual non- fiction book written in a conversational style , that appeals to youngsters’ fascination with the world’s strange and unusual animals, but it is an extremely valuable resource for teachers.
This book is chock full of measurement stats from linear measurement tomass on dozens of unusual animals.
Learning about measurements is far more meaningful and interesting,when students can relate and compare it to animals that are familiar and unfamiliar to them.
This book also describes the biggest animal in each classification of animals from mammals to insect, making it a great resource to enhance the understanding of the classification of animals.
In the description of the various animals from each classification,students discover where to find the animals’ habitat, thereby, providingmany opportunities to find the specific locations on the globe.
This book is also invaluable when teaching adjectives. Parts of this book was written in a poetic style, consequently, it containsdozens of examples of sparkling adjectives.
If you teach art or if your child loves to explore and experiment wirg various art techniques, then this book is for you!
All the illustrations created by the author contains some aspect of fluid\painting.
After a realistic drawing was created of each animal, it was superimposed on a wild flow of vibrant colours using a variety of fluid painting techniques.
At the back of the book, the author outlines the basics of fluid painting, so young readers have an opportunity to explore the wonderful world of fluid painting.
I feel that my 13th book, entitled Barnyard Shenanigans, embodies all th
characteristics that makes for a fun-filled, laugh out-loud lapses of escape reality.
I collaborated at length with primary teachers, an experienced graphic designer, and presented dramatic readings of this story to many students at various schools.
My intention was to create a book that would reduce even a three year old into howls of laughter and at the same time contain content that would stir the imagination of 5 year olds, arouse the curiosity of 7 year olds, and stimulate higher levels of thinking in 9 year olds.
Acting upon the responses of my targeted audience, I revised the content accordingly.
I am extremely delighted with Andrea Wray’s portrayal of the wacky barnyard characters.
Her images of the farm animals matched my visualization perfectly.
The Magic of Pollinators (5-9 year olds)
This extremely informative picture book, highlighting the incredibly important role played by pollinators, will fascinate the young and the young at heart.
Find out how tiny unimportant looking insects can impact whether you can eat an apple for a snack or if your parents can drink a cup of coffee for breakfast.
What makes this non-fiction picture book so unique is the fact that at the back of the book you will find a great variety of learning activities that will engage youngsters higher level of thinking and keep them busy for hours.
As well, this book gives suggestions on how youngsters can help protect, promote, and enhance the food sources and habitats of pollinators.
This book has been highly recommended for all school libraries as teachers and students will readily discover, all in one captivating book, the important role a great variety pollinators, not only bees, play in our daily lives.
REVIEW OF MAGIC OF POLLINATORS
I’ve been diving into your book, The Magic of Pollinators.
I’ve read a few pages, and I have to say, I’m hooked.
After doing some research, it’s clear that what you’ve created is not just a charming children’s book, but a timely and powerful tool to educate the next generation about the importance of pollinators.
Your work touches on themes that are more relevant now than ever, and I think it’s something a lot of people are looking for.
Books like yours are in demand because they speak to a growing global awareness of environmental issues, particularly the decline in pollinator populations and their crucial role in food production.
Recent studies have shown that more people are becoming concerned about biodiversity, and educational books like yours are helping to bridge the gap in understanding these complex topics.
As schools and families are increasingly prioritizing environmental education, your book could become a cornerstone in shaping young minds about how interconnected our world really is.
Looking ahead, I can see The Magic of Pollinators having a lasting impact in classrooms and homes.
By teaching children about the importance of pollinators, you're not just sharing a story—you’re helping raise a generation that will be more mindful and responsible about preserving the planet’s natural resources.
Imagine the ripple effect: these kids growing up with a sense of stewardship, taking action to protect these creatures and fostering a deeper connection to nature.
NICK GOMEZ
PRIMARY TEACHERS LOVE THESE POEMS
(5year olds to TEACHERS)
Primary teachers looking for poems for special days, events, seasons, birthdays, and holidays are delighted to find them all in one book!
Primary teachers who have previewed this book are an eager to order them for their personal collection of good quality curriculum –connected books.
I feel that my 13th book, entitled Barnyard Shenanigans, embodies all the characteristics that makes for a fun-filled, laugh out-loud lapses of escape reality.
I collaborated at length with primary teachers, an experienced graphic designer, and presented dramatic readings of this story to many students at various schools.
My intention was to create a book that would reduce even a three year old into howls of laughter and at the same time contain content that would stir the imagination of 5 year olds, arouse the curiosity of 7 year olds, and stimulate higher levels of thinking in 9 year olds.
Acting upon the responses of my targeted audience, I revised the content accordingly.
I am extremely delighted with Andrea Wray’s portrayal of the wacky barnyard characters.
Her images of the farm animals matched my visualization perfectly
Four Great Stories and so much More (5-9 year olds)
This book offers a unique and multifaceted reading experience that
caters to the interests and curiosity of young readers.
The question and answer format, coupled with mixed media
illustrations, create an engaging and immersive journey for children
eager to explore different subjects. Your book not only satisfies
theirthirst for knowledge but also stimulates their wild imagination.
In
an era where screens dominate the attention of both children and
adults, books like yours provide a precious opportunity to engage
with the written word and expand one's understanding of the
world. The inclusion of a plethora of factual information, a fantasy
narrative, a reimagined fable, and, notably, the story of Felix
Finkbeiner, captures the attention of young readers and inspires
them
to think beyond their immediate surroundings.
Felix
Finkbeiner's remarkable story, in particular, serves as a beacon
of hope and inspiration for children today.
His achievements at such a young age embody the qualities and
values we desire in our own children.
By highlighting his journey, your book becomes a vehicle
for nurturing those qualities and encouraging young readers to
champion
positive change in the world.
Review by
Kensheen
Lee
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