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Joy Cowley

    This author is celebrated for her compelling fiction for both children and adults. Her works, frequently featured in educational publications, explore themes relevant to young readers as well as more complex literary landscapes. The writer's long and prolific career encompasses extensive contributions to children's literature, with international recognition underscoring the profound impact of her writing on readers of all ages.

    Boring Old Bed
    Good Night, Good Beach
    Twigs and Stones
    Nine Minutes
    Mrs. Wishy-Washy
    A Lot of Silly: A Book of Nonsense by Joy Cowley
    • Joy Cowley expertly captures the essence of humor that resonates with children, weaving engaging narratives that spark joy and laughter. Her stories are filled with whimsical characters and playful situations, encouraging young readers to explore their imaginations. Through relatable themes and vibrant language, Cowley creates an inviting atmosphere that fosters a love for reading while entertaining her audience. Her understanding of childlike wonder makes her work a delightful experience for both kids and adults alike.

      A Lot of Silly: A Book of Nonsense by Joy Cowley
      4.2
    • Mrs. Wishy-Washy

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      1990 The Story Box Set A, Read-Togethers -- Mrs. Wishy-washy (P) Story by Joy Cowley / Illustrations by Elizabeth Fuller ***UPC# 799070120694 *** 9781559112062 *** 16

      Mrs. Wishy-Washy
      4.0
    • Nine Minutes

      • 36 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      The titles in this series introduce children to environmental issues and how they relate to economic concepts. Each story builds awareness of geography and culture through well-written stories; each set in a different country and introducing a different issue.

      Nine Minutes
      3.4
    • Twigs and Stones

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      The story centers around the strong friendship between Snake and Lizard, who share a cozy burrow in the desert. To celebrate their bond, Lizard chooses to showcase their names above the entrance, highlighting their companionship and the joy of friendship in their unique environment.

      Twigs and Stones
      3.8
    • Good Night, Good Beach

      • 28 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      An evocative bedtime picture book that distills the essence of a family summer at the beach--skin sticky with salt, sandy feet, waves hush-hushing and a shell under the pillow. Summer holidays by the sea have a rhythm all their own. With a few resonant images, Cowley takes us straight to the end of a long hot day with beach treasures under the pillow and the salty smell of the sea. The cadence of the final words echoes the shushing waves in a gentle signal of time for readers to sleep--"good sand, good sea, good beach, good night." This simple poem by internationally-renowned author Joy Cowley transports the reader to a childhood summer with language that asks to be read over and over. Hilary Jean Tapper's warm watercolor and ink illustrations add an inclusive cast of extended family, friends, and children of different ages.

      Good Night, Good Beach
      4.0
    • Boring Old Bed

      • 16 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      When Jim was bored with sleeping in his bed, he tried other places, finally deciding his bed was best of all.

      Boring Old Bed
      3.6
    • Engaging characters like Mrs. Wishy-Washy, the Meanies, the Jigaree, and Dan, the Flying Man bring joy to students as they enhance their reading skills. Joy Cowley's richly illustrated tales are designed to entertain while promoting literacy, making them perfect for shared reading experiences.

      Story Box, (Upper Emergent) the Meanies' Trick
      2.5
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      Song of the River
      3.9
    • Uh-oh. Mrs. Wishy-Washy is at it again. Rubbing and scrubbing all the animals on the farm. But this time they aren't standing for it. Duck, Cow, and Pig are leaving mean old Mrs. Wishy-Washy for good! They run away to the big city. But they get lost, wander into a restaurant, and even stumble into a hardware store and get covered in paint! Where is Mrs. Wishy-Washy when they need her? Maybe her farm isn't so bad after all . . . Joy Cowley and Elizabeth Fuller have brought their clean-loving Mrs. Wishy-Washy back to her old tricks in this full-length sudsy story that will become a favorite before you can say "Bathtime!"

      Mrs. Wishy-Washy's Farm
      3.8
    • The Tiny Woman's Coat

      • 28 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      In this vibrant, rhyming tale, a tiny woman enlists the help of her friends to create a unique coat made of leaves. The story celebrates friendship, creativity, and the beauty of nature, showcasing how collaboration can lead to delightful outcomes.

      The Tiny Woman's Coat
      3.8