About Book 1
Our
Homeschool Book Review of
The Runaway Clothes
The
first book that I read by Mrs. D. dealt with a life issue that
affects many children in United States, bullying. I am actually a fan
of this author and appreciate the life lessons that she offers to her
young readers within her stories. In this book Runaway Clothes, the
author takes issue with the conflict of a child needing to organize
and appreciate her belongings. She addresses more than just being a
clean child and organization, but also the issue of taking
materialistic items for granted. The author uses items that are of
great value to her character. This is done to draw a clear
distinction between having something and losing it overnight. Once
again, just as in the book The Trees Have Hearts, the trees and wind
help the main character learn valuable life lessons. I admire the
exceptional qualities of the trees and wind, and was truly excited to
see them presented again in this new story. Parents and children
alike will delight in following the main character on her journey of
overcoming her immediate dilemma of missing clothes, and learning a
valuable life lesson. We recommend this book in our homeschool and
give it a big thumbs up!
Title: Runaway Clothes | Author: Mrs. D | Publication Date: May 1, 2014 | Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing | Number of pages: 44 | Recommended age: 6 to 10
Summary: An enlightening story about a little girl named Nika who didn't want to take care of her clothes and toys. One hazy morning when Nika opened her closet, she discovered that it was empty. Her clothes had disappeared! What had happened to her shirts and pants? Where did her favorite dresses, coats, and socks go?
Why did they leave her with just her pajamas on this misty morning? Will they come back? Taking a closer look at her room, Nika starts thinking about her attitude toward her clothes and toys. "How easy it is to lose something you love so much." She learns an important lesson at the end of this story. Watch your children have a blast reading this story while learning valuable lessons.
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About Book 2
Our Homeschool Book Review of
The Royal Palm
In
the fictional book The Royal Palm by Mrs. D, the reader can see that
the palm princess tree is self centered, disrespectful, and has terrible
manners. The reader can also grasp that the palm princess is like that by
the way she treats everyone in the story, but how far can she get
without anyone to help?
One thing very unique about this story is that not only do the animals and trees interact with each other , the natural forces interact as well. For example, natural forces like the wind , clouds and the sun. The illustrator Chanoa really brought this story to life with the blend of colors and giving it that shimmery mystical fairytale glow. Chanoa did an astounding job! I seriously recommend this title for any family that is interested in their child gaining a life lesson via a book. not only will the illustrations catch your eye, this book also has a great lesson in how one may not always be able to do things on their own.
One thing very unique about this story is that not only do the animals and trees interact with each other , the natural forces interact as well. For example, natural forces like the wind , clouds and the sun. The illustrator Chanoa really brought this story to life with the blend of colors and giving it that shimmery mystical fairytale glow. Chanoa did an astounding job! I seriously recommend this title for any family that is interested in their child gaining a life lesson via a book. not only will the illustrations catch your eye, this book also has a great lesson in how one may not always be able to do things on their own.
Title: The Royal Palm | Author: Mrs. D | Publication Date: October 21, 2014 | Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing | Number of pages: 40 | Recommended age: 6 to 10
Summary: A thought-provoking tale of the journey of a royal palm born on a tiny island surrounded by mysterious waters. This tender story explores the world of someone wrapped up in herself. Protected by her cousins, the short plain palms, the royal palm grew up beautiful, but very self-centered. Dreaming about life outside the island, she did not bother with her friends, who lived as one big family. Immersed in her own beauty, she only cared for herself, until one day a hurricane struck the tiny island. Then the royal p lam discovered the true meaning of family and real friendship. Inspiring story with valuable lessons to be learned and shared.
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Runaway Clothes: "Runaway Clothes by Mrs. D is full of delightful imagery. The words flow in such a fanciful way that children are sure to be immediately engaged and pulled into the story. Its endearing quality teaches young ones the importance of taking care of their valued belongings in such a way that they will not realize they are learning a lesson in the proper care of one's possessions. Excellently executed!" ~ 5 Star Review, HopefulSerenity, Amazon
Runaway Clothes: "Runaway Clothes is a whimsical and charming tale that educates children on the importance of taking care of their belongings... The delightful illustrations add to the enjoyment of the story... I highly recommend picking up Runaway Clothes." ~ 5 Star Review, Stacie T. BeachBoundBooks, Amazon
The Royal Palm: "As is the case with Mrs D's other books, the language is lyrical and colorful... Mrs. D effectively employs the techniques of alliteration, personification and analogy to communicate her message... Mrs D addresses many of the difficult issues children face in dealing with their peers in a whimsical, charming tale. Highly recommended." ~ 5 Star Review, Barbara M., Amazon
The Royal Palm: "A meaningful children's book by a fantastic writer Mrs. D! An unforgettable story that provides life lessons for our children! Mrs. D. is a very talented storyteller who knows how to convey magic into each of her stories. So far her magical books, full of delightful illustrations, never disappointed my children or I. " ~ 5 Star Review, Olga G., Amazon
About the Author: Mrs. D
Olga D’Agostino (aka Mrs. D.), an award-winning children’s author, was born in western Ukraine. She lived in the historical city of Lviv, where she studied business in Lviv Business College. In 1992 she immigrated to the United States with her two small daughters and for years worked in her own business. In 2011 she began her career as a writer, focusing on writing children’s books that have meaning and provide valuable lessons. Two of her children’s books, The Trees Have Hearts and Good Morning, World, won Mom’s Choice Awards in 2013, and three are winners in the 2014 Readers’ Favorite contest. She is a member of SCBWI and speaks a few languages fluently. She lives in the famous town of Smithville, N.J., with her husband Patrick and a meticulous old cat named Nyda.
Published children's books by Mrs. D. include Carlo the Mouse on Vacation, The Trees Have Hearts, The City Kittens and the Old House Cat, Good Morning, World!, Runaway Clothes, The Royal Palm, The Little Girl Praying on the Hill (short story) and Carlo the Mouse, Book 1: Too Many Rules for One Little Mouse.
The full series of Carlo the Mouse and her new books The Mysterious Life Inside a Closet, That Is How Things Are (two connected stories: The Autumn Wind and The Kitten and the Sparrow), and her new book, The Cat Who Wonders, by Itself, and three rhyming stories in Who Is Most Important in the Fridge? will be published in the near future. Her books are available in print on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and as e-books for most popular e-devices.
She is presently working on her first novel, The Chinese Princess, and a short story, “A Taste of Bread.” For updates on Mrs. D.’s books, please visit her website: www.mrsdbooks.net.
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