Autographed Books
Award Winning "Founder's Fables" & "Magnificent Sam" by Laurie Cockerell!
- Item Number
- 185
- Estimated Value
- 30 USD
- Sold
- 26 USD to dh365ab97
- Number of Bids
- 1 - Bid History
Item Description
Laurie Cockerell will personally autograph to your favorite child and mail to winning bidder! Please see Reviews! Excellent gift for a child!
"Founder's Fables":
"A colorful children's book that introduces the principles of the Founding Fathers through the use of simple fables. Stories begin with a quote from a Founder, are followed by a beautifully illustrated fable, and conclude with age-appropriate discussion questions. Topics discussed include limited government, self-reliance, national debt, and more."
A "Mamie Eisenhower Library Project" Recommended Book; found on both "Constituting America" and "Advocates for Academic Freedom" Recommended Reading Lists.
"Magnificent Sam":
"Magnificent Sam" won a big award!! The Gold Medallion for the Will Rogers Medallion Award for wonderful books;Western Non-Fiction, Young Readers.' Also found on the San Jacinto Museum of History Suggested Reading List (children's category)"
"The Amazing Adventures of Sam Houston" tells the story of one of our country's greatest heroes. A man of great integrity and courage, Sam Houston changed the course of Texas and the entire United States. Carefully researched, this book highlights his remarkable life with full-page, color illustrations and is written for elementary aged students through adults. The book concludes with a glossary, discussion questions, a timeline, and additional resources. Great for teachers, homeschoolers, and anyone who loves a great adventure!"
We are very proud of Laurie Cockerell!
"Laurie Cockerell was born and raised in Texas, receiving her undergraduate degree from Texas Tech University and her graduate degree from The University of Texas at Arlington. She taught in elementary school classrooms in Texas and Hawaii, and has worked extensively with children in church and other volunteer programs. Laurie also managed the domestic program of a large adoption agency located in Texas.
Laurie and her brother Travis (the illustrator) have collaborated on two books. The first, "Founders' Fables," introduces children to the principles of the founding fathers. Their second book, "Magnificent Sam: The Amazing Adventures of Sam Houston," is an award-winning children's picture book biography that details the life of General Sam Houston. Laurie has also collaborated with photographer Deanna Ford on the children's picture book, "The Miracle."
Laurie lives with her family in Fort Worth, Texas."
To contact the author and publisher regarding school book signings and readings, discount rates, alternate order options (i.e., to pay by check), questions, or suggestions,
please send your email to: laurie@magnificentsam.com
Additional correspondence may be mailed to:
Kinderfable Press
PO Box 10193
Fort Worth, Texas
76114
ABOUT THE AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR:
Laurie Cockerell was born and raised in Texas. She holds degrees from Texas Tech University and the University of Texas at Arlington. Laurie taught in elementary schools in Texas and Hawaii, and has worked extensively with children both as a professional and volunteer. A mother of four, Laurie lives in Forth Worth, Texas and is currently homeschooling her youngest while enjoying the exciting lives of her adult children.
REVIEWS:
Item Special Note
Thank you so much Laurie for your amazing talent of presenting very deep lessons in fun rhymes that simplify the subject material for a child to understand!"
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