Books – Judy Bruns Author

New! Quilt Us a Rock!

A 15-foot landmark rock in West Central Ohio becomes a mess of graffiti. Renee, Ashley, Katlin, Nathan, and Little John suspect their mom is planning to add to the problem, when they get a big surprise!
Based on a true story. Illustrated by Renee Robinson.

New! Rhymes & Ramblings of a Small Town Girl

In her collection of 82 short stories and poems, Mother, Grandmother, and Former Teacher, Judy Bruns, reflects back through the years, finding joy and meaning in the sometimes mundane, sometimes beautiful, sometimes sorrowful, and sometimes silly moments of life.

Thousand Dollar Baseball

Thousand Dollar Baseball (picture book-grade 3) tells the story of a young girl and her dad who are fans of the Cincinnati Reds and player Wally Post in the late 1950’s. When their prized, autographed baseball is used in the girl’s neighborhood ball game, the “unforgettable” happens! 2014 Indiana Elementary Art Teacher of the Year, Kathy Ayers, is the illustrator.

Painting Grandma’s Nails

Painting Grandma’s Nails (picture book-grade 3) features child character Violet Sue Peabody, nicknamed Sweet Pea, who visits her grandma every Saturday to paint her nails with “love polish.” A problem develops, though, when Grandma’s friends down the hall get jealous and demand equal attention! Award winning art teacher, Kathy Ayers, will warm your heart like hugs from your own favorite grandma with her illustrations, and the clever ending will make you smile.

Now I’m a BIG girl! & Now I’m a BIG boy!

Now I’m a BIG Girl and Now I’m a BIG Boy! are short, parent read-aloud picture books for young children that let them know they were precious from the very beginning. Children will find the books especially fascinating when a new baby sister or brother is on the way. With lyrical words, both books show human development in a cute, understandably simple and cartoonish way. Art is by Jessica Vassar.

Billy Joe Boomershine and the Toilet Paper Bandit

Billy Joe Boomershine and the Toilet Paper Bandit (pre-school-grade 2) will make you laugh your socks off! Starting with “I’m Billy Joe Boomershine, and I’m my mother’s best helper. She just doesn’t know it yet,” Billy’s good intentions are exasperating for his mother. The boy finds his real talent, however, lies in being a private investigator. His goal? To catch the toilet paper bandit! The book is illustrated by Tia Caffee.

Hattie and Her 43 Cats

Hattie and Her 43 Cats appeals to young (grade 3-4 reading level) and old alike. In the story, a sweet elderly lady in fragile condition brings out the best in all of those around her. People who have loved ones facing dementia or Alzheimer’s especially love this book. Of course, cat lovers like it, too! The book has been recommended by Virginia Bell, co-author of The Best Friend’s Approach to Alzheimer’s Care. Illustrator is Mary Coons.

Donnie Lost in the Cornfield

Donnie Lost in the Cornfield (pre-school to 3^rd grade) is a real, day-to-day life glimpse into how a loving family–and their neighbors–relate to a special needs child. Mary Coons’s watercolor illustrations warmly portray the innocence of Donnie and the caring people who surround him.

Prompts That Make Kids BEG to Write!

Prompts That Make Kids BEG to Write! is a resource book for middle school language arts teachers and for parents who want to help their children become better story/narrative writers. The paperback features 200 writing prompts, many of them engagingly humorous. Twelve pages are devoted exclusively to tips for teachers of writing. Graphic designer is Andrea Kittle Bruns.

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