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In this premiere edition, Ursula McGee weaves a captivating tale of two intergenerational characters who discover friendship, showing children the forming of heartwarming bonds with the older residents in a neighborhood. Whether it's helping Sensei tend his pilates machines or helping to walk the dogs, Ursula's story highlights the wisdom and joy that can be found in friendships across different cultural groups. Sula and Sensei's shared interactions are much more than just entertainment; they're thoughtfully crafted to inspire young minds in several key areas. Ursula's book emphasizes the importance of physical activity, encouraging children to explore healthy lifestyles and discover the joy of movement, such as the adventures of spending playful time with dogs. Seamlessly, Ursula's story goes beyond just physical well-being. She also promotes cultural exposure, introducing children to diverse traditions, foods, and perspectives from around the globe. And of course, no neighborhood would be complete without furry friends! Ursula's book includes a strong element of dog care and responsible pet ownership, depicting children learning to feed, walk, and care for their canine companions with kindness and empathy. Overall, Sula and Sensei promotes the value of connecting with people of all ages-all between members of a neighborhood.

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Ursula McGee is a veteran educator. Growing up in Nutley, New Jersey, Ms. McGee cherished books, language and reading. She often spun her own tales as early as fourth grade. As an experienced English and Reading teacher of elementary and middle-school students, she works hard to provide written texts that promote literacy, communication skills and problem solving. Ms. McGee is also a champion of storytelling through her characters to foster imagination when reading. She also crafts her texts to expose young readers to other cultures. Ms. McGee studied writing at Drew University and human behavior at Montclair State University. She writes in a variety of genres that include: poetry, plays, books, and short stories. As a learning professional, Ursula McGee masters the ability to deliver a multiplicity of lessons in one entertaining text, often using levity and playing off of language misperceptions. Ms. McGee is the mother of four adult children.

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