Overview

What if everything you imagined could come to life? Miles keeps his biggest ideas in his Wonder Box-where dragons talk, rivers turn to rock candy, and adventure never ends. But when a classmate claims to have stolen it, Miles starts to worry... can someone take his imagination? With the help of new friends, he discovers a powerful truth: imagination isn't something you lose-it's something you share. With vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming message, The Wonder Box inspires kids to think creatively, build friendships, and embrace the magic of their ideas. Perfect for ages 6-9, this enchanting book will spark curiosity and confidence in every reader. What's inside your Wonder Box? Open the book and find out!

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9781959419310

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""The Wonder Box honors a child's unique imagination. It can never be stolen, but when shared, it can be a positive way to connect and engage with others."" -Trudy Ludwig Author of The Invisible Boy ""This is a great book. The story is one both children and adults will love. The illustrations are fantastic and help to bring the book to life. I highly recommend this book!"" -Lynn Matthies ""The Wonder Box, is about more than creativity and imagination. She deftly and authentically portrays children's worries, internal chatter, missteps, and successes as they try to navigate the sometimes tricky world of making new friends. Young readers will recognize themselves and their classmates in the characters. This is a great choice for a classroom read-aloud to prompt discussion about imagination, friendship, and wonder of all kinds of minds."" -Deborah Farmer Kris Author of Raising Awe-Seekers and the I See You children's book series

""Monsters Have Manners is a wonderful tale, where the main character learns that even monsters value the importance of treating others with kindness and respect. The illustrations really bring the monsters to life! Can't wait for the next one."" -Rick S Gould ""I listened to the author, Jeff Kubiak, read this book aloud and immediately brought it to my 1st and 3rd grader to read. They were enthralled! This fun and creative book had them engaged from beginning to end. When I told them that the author's son, Braden Kubiak, did the monster illustrations when he was their age they were hooked and... wildly inspired! They sat for over an hour creating (and recreating) the kind and well-mannered monsters in their own minds. Our whole family highly recommends this creative and inspiring book!"" -Rob Connolly ""This was a highly engaging, relatable book. When we finished reading the book, my fifth graders all wanted to draw their own monsters with manners. They pulled connections to other stories with monsters, and wanted to write their own stories after reading this inspiring tale. Knowing Jeff pulled his son into the process is so inspiring. My students feel not only moved by the message of the story but compelled to write or illustrate their own stories."" -Teaching Jess ""A must have for classrooms and at-home! Monsters Have Manners not only captures the hearts of its readers, it also reminds us that in all situations, manners are cool to have; even monsters have them! This book is so well written that it has lessons within the lessons through its words and illustrations. You'll fall in love with the monsters. I highly recommend Monsters Have Manners."" -Kellie Bahri ""​​​​​​​I love the message within this book and also the message of the collaboration of father & son. As my kids get older I love both of those aspects. Manners are important for LIFE, not just for kids. Even monsters have manners. Another winner from Jeff Kubiak! We have purchased & donated all three of his books for our elementary school libraries and they are super popular. Well done, Kubiak dudes!!!"" -Cindi Whitlock

Author Information

Phyllis L. Fagell has been immersed in middle school for years as a psychotherapist, school counselor, writer, and parent of two teens and a tween. (For the record, that's two kids down, one to go. Her youngest child is about to start sixth grade!) If anything, Phyllis has come to believe that middle school shouldn't be a time to dread, but rather a key phase parents can capitalize on to impart critical skills. Phyllis is also a journalist who stays up-to-date on breakthroughs in counseling, parenting & education, and she uses her unique perspective as both a writer and counselor to bring the latest research to life and give it practicality. She knows that with the right concrete, evidence-based strategies, parents can help kids emerge from middle school feeling positive about the experience and ready for high school and life demands. Tricia Fuglestad is a national board-certified elementary art teacher with 30 years of experience. She is also an author, illustrator, animator, and artist from Hoffman Estates, Illinois. With a master's degree in K-12 tech integration, she has successfully blended digital and physical art techniques in her transdigital lessons, available at fuglefun.com. Her innovative approach aims to expand the curriculum, provide students with opportunities to explore new media, and find transformative ways for them to dynamically demonstrate their learning. Tricia's classroom has been featured in educational publications and higher education textbooks. Her students' Fugleflicks, student-created art-related videos, have been screened at international film festivals and have received multiple contest wins and awards. Throughout her career, Tricia has been recognized with numerous state and national awards for her innovation and dedication to art education by organizations such as NAEA, IAEA, Golden Apple, PBS, Artsonia, and ISTE.

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