Humorous poems and whimsical illustrations from this mother and son collaboration will delight even the most reluctant readers. You'll meet a cheerleader with no neck, a cuddly Cyclops, Siamese septuplets, a serpent hat, the King of Mud and dozens of other spirited characters. Corresponding poems tell their tales and celebrate the unique challenges they face. Silly and inspiring, this collection is ideal for children aged 7-12. Parents will enjoy it, too! Teacher's guide in back.
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Jennifer White is a media consultant in Massachusetts, where she lives with her husband, Mark, and their two children, Colin and Devon. She has published works in the Chicken Soup for Soul series and Fun For Kidz Magazine. In collaboration with Colin, she published Coolhead Luke and Other Stories through BookSurge Publishing. Illustrator Colin White is currently a student in middle school. He created the illustrations for Coolhead Luke when he was ten years old.
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Jennifer Lasker White is the author of two books of humorous children's poetry: "Coolhead Luke and Other Stories" and "On the Edge with Coolhead Luke". Jen lives in Massachusetts with her husband and two children. Her son, Colin, illustrated both books when he was 10-12 years old. The two are currently enjoying their many appearances at bookstores, schools and libraries. They also have launched a charitable effort in which book sales are matched with book donations to services for underprivileged children. See their website at www.coolheadluke.com for details.
At the time of this writing, both books enjoy an average 5 Star rating among readers on amazon.com. Their first book was nominated for a Cybils Award and is on their publisher's bestsellers list in the children's category. They look forward to similar success with their second book in the Coolhead Luke series.
Jennifer's other publishing credits include "Chicken Soup for the Working Mom's Soul" and Fun for Kidz Magazine.
At the time of this writing, both books enjoy an average 5 Star rating among readers on amazon.com. Their first book was nominated for a Cybils Award and is on their publisher's bestsellers list in the children's category. They look forward to similar success with their second book in the Coolhead Luke series.
Jennifer's other publishing credits include "Chicken Soup for the Working Mom's Soul" and Fun for Kidz Magazine.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
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Coolhead Luke is a fabulous collaborative effort between mother and son.The son's wildly insightful drawings are perfectly matched by his mother's lyrical verse-stories that delight with intelligence, insight, plain fun, and wise moral endings outside of any overt religious bias. This is a 5-star book for middle-school kids and every imaginable adult! Read it out loud (as all poetry should be read) and find yourself belly-laughing while caught in the nets of surprisingly delightful insights in rhyme.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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For every Mother who loves her son,
This review is from: Coolhead Luke: and Other Stories (Paperback)
I read this book with my 8 year old son who LOVED it. The pictures remind my son of the silly books he likes to read. The poems that go with the pictures could not be more clever. Seriously!! We have our favorites picked out but found them all to be great fun.The idea that this was written by a mother connecting to her son's art work is what clinched it. Something about that bond that speaks volumes.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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A Delightful Chidren's Book for All Ages,
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Coolhead Luke is a very special children's book for all ages. Jen White's humorous verses beautifully highlight Colin's original, entertaining drawings and at the same time teach important and meaningful lessons that children can easily absorb. Once you read this mother son collaboration with your child, you will want to buy books for all his or her friends, and so will your child! Coolhead Luke would be a great birthday or Christmas present for a grandchild, too. Tasha Halpert author of Heartwings: Love Notes for a Joyous Life
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