Böcker av J R Poulter

A field lies under sun & stars & feels as much as sees the passage of time. People come & go, war comes & goes. The field bears the burden of their existence & comes to understand sacrifice. Prose-poem, picture book for all ages, that examines the human condition in the context of our impact on our surroundings and the regenerative nature of our earth. TEACHER LIBRARIAN REVIEW: An intriguing picture book about change through the perspective of a field. Readers are introduced to ideas concerning urban development, looking after nature and the effects of war on the environment. A thoughtful story. Bianca Thorburn, 5 STAR REVIW: A unique and gripping book filled with illustrations that will capture the attention of all readers. Its tone is very melodic, yet it is without rhyme. I so enjoyed this book. I would definitely recommend [it] to [older] children and adults. It's a very fresh look at the environment around us. Erin Nicole Cochran, Readers' Favorite.

Something is awfully, horribly wrong, The stink is appalling and terribly strong! Baby Brother is being stalked by something that smells sinister... Can Big Brother sniff out the cause? Will Mother rescue them in time? A humorous picture book for 2-5 year olds, hilariously illustrated by Yagmur Gunel, it celebrates big brother's protective feelings towards his baby brother and taking a humorous look at the perils of poohy diapers. Includes 4 pages of pooh facts and links for further oohy reading! REVIEW: The Wobby Blobby Ooh! by J.R. Poulter does a great job of bringing a touchy subject [baby-pooh smells] to life in a hilarious and fun way. Children will love the art that is vibrant and humorous! [Included] are poo fun facts sure to amuse! Children will devour this book and learn a valuable lesson. By Samantha Coville, reviewer for Readers' Favorite.

Adventures loom around every corner, some involving TEETH! Our hero sees a chance for glory, grits his teeth and charges in... What could possibly go wrong? Picture book HILARIOUSLY illustrated by RICO SCHACHERL! TEACHER REVIEW: "A delightfully funny tale with a 'surprising' turn of events!" Adrienne T. O'Connell, teacher, B.A., Grad. Dip. Ed., taught children from outback indigenous classrooms to multicultural city classrooms. 5 STAR REVIEW: J.R. Poulter presents important themes in the story, Twice as Worsa!, wrapped up in well-incorporated humour. The story touches on bullying and complicated family relationships. J.R. Poulter crafts an interesting plot packed with important lessons while still maintaining a dollop of hilarity. Reviewed for Readers' Favorite by writer, reviewer, Edith Wairimu, a lover of words and nature.

GOLD BOOK AWARD WINNER for an Illustrated Book, 2018, READERS' FAVORITE. How can a soldier be afraid, a soldier of all people? Soldiers are not supposed to fear, are they? This soldier was afraid. He feared the darkness and everything it hid. What would it take for him to face his fear and see it evaporate like mist at morning? A parable for our times that deals with facing and overcoming our fears. A picture book for all ages. 5 STAR REVIEW by Music Teacher, reviewer, Bruce Arrington, for Readers' Favorite. This story is well written, imaginative and enchanting. In facing our fears, we may learn that they never go away completely. But it does not matter, as this story illustrates. If we can keep going and not give up, eventually the reward will be there. This lesson is clearly given, though subtly stated. It's an adventure that children will want to relive again and again. The Soldier Who Was Afraid by J.R. Poulter and D.O. Poulter is a highly recommended read.

What to do when you are told NOT to, but those big, juicy, sweet mulberries are dangling right in front of your nose! What if you just have one...A humorous picture book for preschool to primary age children, about making choices and dealing with the results!REVIEW: ""The Berry Big Hug is delightfully humorous tale about solving a very sticky problem using words of wisdom from Grandma. Knowledge passed down through generations, which is respected and remembered, is the soul of this story."" A. T. Crick, teacher, B.A., Grad. Dip. Ed., taught children from indigenous outback to multicultural city classrooms.A collaboration between Joyeeta Neogi, illustrator, India, J.R.Poulter, multi-awarded author, Australia, and Muza Ulaswoski, award-winning book designer/illustrator, Australia.

BLURB: Everyone in Pete's family is either moving or adjusting to a move. Change brings challenges, not least of which are the family's nosy, new neighbours. Everyone says what they think, but things are not always as they seem. Who is the mysterious little visitor who changes everything?REVIEWS: This large format illustrated story is enjoyable & entertaining. Well written. LD, Reading Time, p.21, No. 4 Nov. 2012A story on making snap judgements based on appearances, learning to keep an open mind & heart; beautifully written, heart-warming, will appeal to children & adults alike. Magdalena Ball, compulsivereader.com Unusual format, most attractive, the printing is large & clear, easy for early readers to tackle alone. Quite charming, dealing with adult themes seen through a child's eyes in a way uncommon in books for the young; works well, very evocative; beautiful production, themes touching cross-generational communication & conservation. Dr. V. Lowe, CBCA judge, Create a Kid's Book

Puddles and poohs can be funny, but not when you step in them! The family has a problem, a new pup is messing things up! Their little is learning to use her potty but the pet puppy is not. Will the clean little kitten come to the rescue?REVIEW: ""A tale of friendship, determination and lots of patience! What a wonderful way to recount to children the funny side of toilet training - even for puppies!"" Adrienne T. O'Connell, teacher, B.A., Grad. Dip Ed.

BLURB: BEWARE! Biting Baby! Just how do you cope? Here is a story to give you some hope. A humorous tale with rhyming element, including tried and true strategies, from professional childcare practice, for dealing with biting behaviour.FAMILIES MAGAZINE REVIEW: Co-written by a senior childcare professional, TOOFS explores the behavioural issue of biting. If youÕre the parent of a biter youÕll relate to the stress that goes with this problem. Woven into this funny, rhyming tale are real-life strategies that parents can use to help their kindergarten-aged child move past this difficult phase. By Louise Lavery5 STAR REVIEW: Ideal! This beautifully illustrated children's book [whose] co-authorÕs background [is] in childcare and kindergarten, [means] this is a great way to teach about biting and how to stop the problem. By Vernita Naylor, reviewer for Readers' Favorite

Blurb: Cats! The good, the feral and the funny are all featured in this collection of poems and narrative verse for all ages to enjoy! Most poems have been published in journals and anthologies, under J.R.Poulter or J.R.McRae, some are new, including poem plays. REVIEW: The capturing of every essence of the feline species is evident in J.R.Õs wonderful collection of poems, Cattitudes. Everyone whoÕs ever lived with and loved cats will enjoy every poem that brings alive these wonderfully companionable creatures. H.M. Stephens, Bachelor Ed. Hons, Dip Teaching in Fine Arts5 STAR REVIEW: J.R. Poulter's Cattitudes is a delightful collection of [cat related] poetry. The drawings are eye-catching. Some of the poems will make you smile and laugh, bring tears to eyes. Included are Topics for Teachers.I thought the poetry was wonderful. The language is such a gift. J.R. Poulter's Cattitudes is sure to delight all humans. Review by Erin Nicole Cochran, writer and poet, reviewer on ReadersÕ Favorite & zoetrope.com

Dog frets! He's not the sort of pet you feed and wash and then forget. Dog needs love as well as care, he needs a friend, he wants to share! When no one wants to play, Dog digs! This brings a 'hole' hilarious world of trouble into his own backyard!A rattling paced adventure in rollicking rhyme, aimed at 4 to 8 year olds, it celebrates the family pet in a city or suburban setting.THEMES: pets, dogs, pet care, friendship, mateship, loneliness, stories in verse, North Pole, polar bear, huskies, ball games, exercise, stories in rhymeREVIEW: ""The Dog That Dug addresses many important themes such as loneliness, responsibility and mateship in ahilarious tale told through the eyes of a mischievous pet dog. Thoroughly entertaining.""- Adrienne T. O'Connell, teacher, B.A., Grad. Dip. Ed., taught children from outback indigenous to multicultural city classrooms.J.R.Poulter - multi-award winning author of over 30 books.Cliff Blank - is a multi-talented, artist, illustrator & film maker.