Mommy S New Friend

Mommy's New Friend portrays the challenging emotions of Maxx, a school-aged boy, whose bond with his single-mother is threatened by her recent relationship with a "new friend." In this heartwarming and funny story, the reader journeys with Maxx as he navigates this new development in his life with defiance and fear, as well as, optimism and hope.??In this story, the young Maxx deals with the raw feelings in the unique and untold story of the very start of the modern blended family. With this children's book, single-mothers find a launching approach to the topic of introducing their children to their world of dating, while finding understanding and validation in their youngsters (more-than-likely) apprehensive feelings.Maybe he can be your friend too

Mommy's New Friend is a heartfelt, lyrical story about accepting a new family member, even if it’s not easy at first. When That Guy comes over and makes homemade pizza for dinner, it’s not the same as before, when Daddy and Mommy and I would all eat together. But That Guy takes care of Mommy when she’s sick, and That Guy laughs at my jokes. Maybe, That Guy isn’t that bad, after all. Shelley Tougas and award-winning illustrator Sara Palacios' Mommy's New Friend is a gentle and uplifting tale about growing up, learning new perspectives, and accepting how blended families can evolve and expand.

Mom has a new friend who comes around a lot. Why do I have to like him? His name is Dan, just like the stinky kid at my school.It's not easy for a young boy or girl to handle a new friend in their parent's life. But when they all go on a road trip together, things begin to look a little better.

WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZE® IN LITERATURE 2013 The ten miraculously accomplished stories in Alice Munro's Friend of My Youth not only astonish and delight but also convey the unspoken mysteries at the heart of all human experience. "[Friend of My Youth is] a wonderful collection of stories, beautifully written and deeply felt."--Michiko Kakutani, New York Times

An incisive, beautifully written first novel by a former supermodel that explores the glamorous and gritty world she inhabited Only a handful of women in the world have experienced what Paulina Porizkova has--being whisked away to model in Paris while still a teenager, reaching the pinnacle of the profession before her schoolmates had even graduated--and fewer still have the insight to capture it on paper. In her first novel, Paulina tells the story of Jirina. A tall, scrawny fifteen-year-old girl from Sweden, she's much more accustomed to taunts and disdain than admiration and affection, whether from her classmates or her own family. That all changes when her only friend, Hatty, asks to practice her makeup and photography skills on Jirina. Almost before she knows it Jirina is on a plane to Paris, where she will spend the summer in a milieu entirely alien to her. Living at the home of her modeling agency's owner and constantly subjected to blunt physical assessments, catty and often cruel fellow models, and womanizing photographers--and, miraculously enough, while sometimes feeling truly beautiful--Jirina embarks on a journey beyond her wildest imaginings. Between photo shoots in Italy and Morocco and parties with models and musicians, Jirina manages to make a few friends, fall in love, and, eventually, feel the very adult pain of betrayal and heartbreak. Told with the grace, simplicity, and accuracy that can only come from real-life experience, A Model Summer is both the debut of a notably talented novelist and an unusually well-informed look behind the scenes at a world many people fantasize about, but few really know.

A Children's Book for Ages Two to Twelve Years Old Betty Oliver is a veteran teacher and world traveler who shares her passion for learning with children of all ages. She has taken her love of painting, writing, and storytelling and created another great adventure for the Ollie and Mollie series. In this book, readers will learn many interesting animal facts about elephants, zebras, horses, and even kangaroos. She'll describe the fierceness of sharks, eagles, lions, cheetahs, and bears. There will be curiosities that will make you wonder about owls, peacocks, and puffins. She'll entice you to want to hug cute and cuddly dogs, cats, and sweet rabbits. Readers will be taken on adventures that bring new ways of seeing our beautiful animal kingdom. The illustrations will bring delight and smiles through colorful watercolor paintings. This book is another precious gem in the Ollie and Mollie series. --Cathy Peyton, retired school system administrator, Virginia Beach, Virginia As a successful and beloved elementary school teacher of forty years, Betty Oliver understands what children need to learn and, more importantly, how to make them love what they are learning. During my career as a high school English teacher, I had the privilege of teaching many students who had been taught by Mrs. Oliver in fourth or fifth grade. They spoke of her enthusiasm and her love for teaching them writing and how it inspired them throughout their years in school. Turning the pages of this delightful and informative book is like viewing through a kaleidoscope a diverse array of animals in their natural habitats spanning the globe. Mrs. Oliver creatively merges her firsthand experiences, encounters, and knowledge that she gained from her travels throughout the world with her own charming paintings of these magnificent creatures. --Wendy M. Lewis, MA English instructor at Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia What a pleasure it is to read about the latest adventures of our penguin friends, Ollie and Mollie! Mrs. Oliver was one of the wonderful teachers I was blessed to have when I was in elementary school, and I have to smile when I think about how after all these years, she is still teaching me new things! Mrs. Oliver was an amazing teacher then, and she continues to be one to this day! I can't wait to share this story with my own pre-K students. Not only will they learn fun facts about animals from all parts of this amazing world in which we live but also their little eyes will get a treat when looking at Mrs. Oliver's beautiful animal paintings. --Rebecca Matney Uenking, pre-kindergarten teacher, Virginia Beach City Public School System 34

Read Amy Tiemann's posts on the Penguin Blog. MOJO MOM helps you answer the question, "Who Am I Now that I'm A Mom?" What is Mommy Mojo? It's the feeling you get when you're a parent at the top of your game, juggling the kids and the many facets of life, and keeping your own needs in balance. Motherhood is a tremendous gift, but it's also a huge identity shift. Becoming a Mojo Mom means bringing your self and your dreams back into focus, while still giving your family the loving attention it needs. It may sound like a fantasy, but it can be done. Mojo Mom shows women practical ways to: *Prepare to become a Mom without losing your identity *Survive and enjoy the intense early years *Save some of your best energy and creativity for your own ideas and dreams *Reenter the workplace or take on a new path with confidence and ease *Learn the key elements to the long-term success of your marriage *Become a Naptime Activist-and change the world in just an hour a week *Rise above the "Mommy Wars" between stay-at-home and working moms *Use motherhood as an opportunity for reinvention Getting your mojo back is not just another item for your to-do list-it's your right. Amy Tiemann, MomsRising.org executive team member and founder of MojoMom.com, will help every woman explore her true self.

Families need a mother and a father for good mental health development. When one parent is missing, a child often does not get what they need to emotionally grow or feel helped. As young boys grow into young men, they look towards their father or a male role model to give them guidance. Mothers cannot always give a young man what is needed to grow into a man. Brandon had been in school for three years and thought his classmates were being dropped off at school by their moms and big brothers. While in second grade, Brandon finds out that his classmate's dad is the man that drops him off at school and not his big brother. Brandon tells his classmate that he does not have a dad. He goes home and confronts mom about where his dad is.