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Maureen Wright

    Barnyard Fun
    Sneeze, Big Bear, Sneeze!
    Share, Big Bear, Share!
    Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep!
    Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy and the Victorian Feminist Movement
    Sneezy the Snowman
    • 2020

      Super Rooster Saves the Day

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Ralph the rooster has big dreams of becoming a superhero. But the other farm animals aren't so sure--except for Rosie the pig, that is. She's Ralph's best friend, and she believes in him. As Ralph and Rosie hang around the farm, there are just no opportunities to be a superhero and save the day...until the farmer turns on the radio, and the "Chicken Dance" song starts playing. POW-WOW! Suddenly it seems that Ralph may have some super powers after all...or does he? Join Ralph and Rosie as they prove that believing in yourself and being a good friend is what makes a true superhero.

      Super Rooster Saves the Day
    • 2017

      The story centers on Anna, who is eagerly anticipating a visit from the Tooth Fairy due to her loose tooth. As her excitement builds, she decides to mentor her baby sister, Sophie, in the art of being a Tooth Fairy. Through their interactions, Anna shares the essential skills and joys of this magical role, fostering a sense of wonder and sibling bonding. The book features engaging illustrations that complement the charming narrative.

      Anna and the Tooth Fairy
    • 2017

      Share, Big Bear, Share!

      • 38 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      3.9(210)Add rating

      Big Bear has a pail of berries that his friends would like him to share. He doesn't pay attention well, so each time the tree tells him to share he does something different.

      Share, Big Bear, Share!
    • 2015

      Go to Sleep, Maddie!

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Maddie struggles with bedtime, seeking drinks, stories, and reassurance against monsters. When her toy duck, Quackers, disrupts her attempts to sleep by asking for crackers, Maddie realizes getting her toys to settle down is a challenge. The story explores themes of imagination and the playful resistance to sleep, highlighting the whimsical adventures that unfold when bedtime routines are interrupted by lively toys.

      Go to Sleep, Maddie!
    • 2014

      Grumpy Groundhog

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      It's Groundhog Day, and everyone is gathered to find out if it's time for spring. But Groundhog does NOT want to leave his cozy bed in his cozy den. Will the townspeople be able to coax him outside to do his job? Kids will love the humorous antics of Groundhog in this delightful rhyming tale from the author of Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep.

      Grumpy Groundhog
    • 2014

      Sneezy the Snowman

      • 34 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.4(231)Add rating

      A snowman keeps doing things that make him melt, but the kids build him up again.

      Sneezy the Snowman
    • 2013

      When Sheep finds out that it is April Fools' Day, he plays jokes on Rooster, Dog, Pig, and Cow, before Horse plays a trick on Sheep.

      Barnyard Fun
    • 2012

      The story revolves around Monkey, who insists on celebrating his birthday, while the other jungle animals remind him that it is Earth Day. They suggest various ways for Monkey to honor the environment, leading to a playful conflict between personal celebration and collective responsibility. This narrative highlights themes of friendship, environmental awareness, and the importance of listening to others in a community.

      Earth Day, Birthday!
    • 2011

      Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy and the Victorian Feminist Movement

      The biography of an insurgent woman

      • 298 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The biography explores the life of Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy, a pivotal figure in the late-Victorian women's movement, known for her intellectual contributions. It delves into her activism and influence, showcasing her role in advocating for women's rights and education during a transformative period in history. The narrative highlights her significance and the challenges she faced, offering a comprehensive look at her legacy and impact on the feminist movement.

      Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy and the Victorian Feminist Movement
    • 2011

      Big Bear thinks that his tremendous sneezes are causing the leaves and apples to fall off the trees and the geese to fly away, but when the wind finally convinces him otherwise, he knows what to do.

      Sneeze, Big Bear, Sneeze!