Mamafox Books

Children's Author Phoebe Fox

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Max and Bird: Storytime Saturdays with Phoebe Fox

“Max & Bird” was written and illustrated by Ed Vere. Permission for the reading of this book was granted by the publisher, Source Books.

“Max the kitten and Bird the bird have just become friends. But what is it that friends do? Max and Bird know one thing for sure: kittens chase birds, and birds get chased by kittens. But when Bird needs help learning to fly, the two discover a way to celebrate their friendship that is much more fun…”

Have you ever made something fly? Maybe you could try to fold a piece of paper into an airplane and see how far it can fly? Can your paper airplane make a loop-the-loop, just like Bird at the end of the story?

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Panda Proud: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox and Special Guest, Michael Hale

“Panda Proud” was written by Phoebe Fox to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the non-profit, PANDA – People Acting Now Discover Answers. This book was illustrated by Michael Hale. “Bumbly, tumbly Panda is worried she’ll trip and fall in the upcoming fashion show. Knowing her best friend needs her, she is determined to make him proud.” This is a story of true friendship, loyalty and courage.

After the the read-aloud, don’t miss Michael Hale demonstrating how to draw Panda!

Have you helped a friend in need? How did it make you feel? Maybe you could write your own story about it!

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Mama’s Milk: Storytime Saturday with Phoebe Fox

 

Just in time to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week! “Mama’s Milk” is a sweet rhyming book about nursing, written by Michael Elson Ross and illustrated by Ashley Wolf. After you listen to this book, you could try making a comparison chart. At the top of your paper (you’ll need a big piece!), write the names of all the mammals pictured in the book (make sure to include humans). Then, on the left side of your paper, list the mammals’ various qualities (for example: has fur, swims under water, lives in a tree, etc.). You may be surprised how much these animals have in common (or not)!

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Michael Elson Ross.

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The Jar of Bees: Storytime Saturdays with Phoebe Fox

The Wright Group, Tales from Long Ago, brings us the story of “The Jar of Bees” told by Ben Butterworth and illustrated by Tomasin Cole. As Tiger sits admiring a hive of bees, he ponders how clever they are. But Rabbit questions his belief that bees are the cleverest animals. So Tiger challenges Rabbit to prove he is more clever than the bees. Will Rabbit be able to fill a jar with 125 bees? Join me for the reading of this book to find out!

After the story, can you fill a jar with 125 of something? Ask your family to estimate (guess) how many objects are in the jar, and see who gets the closest. Then you can tell them the story of the “Jar of Bees”!

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Look Who Lives in the Ocean! Storytime Saturdays with Phoebe Fox

“Look Who Lives in the Ocean!” was written and illustrated by Brooke Bessessen and published by Arizona Highways. “Splashing and dashing, nibbling and quibbling, blending and fending!” This book is exploding with fascinating facts about amazing creatures who inhabit the ocean. Enjoy the fun rhymes, colorful illustrations, and beautiful photos on every page!

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Brooke Bessessen.

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Sometimes I Like to Curl Up in a Ball: Storytime Saturdays with Phoebe Fox

“Sometimes I Like to Curl Up in Ball” was written by Vicki Churchill, illustrated by Charles Fuge, and published by David & Charles Children’s Books. “Life is a lot of fun for Wombat as there are endless exciting things to do: shouting at the top of his voice for no reason, stepping in circles until he falls over, poking out his tongue and pulling funny faces, getting a muddy mess… But can you guess what Wombat likes to do best of all?”

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Agent H2O Rides the Water Cycle: Storytime Saturdays with Phoebe Fox

“Agent H2O Rides the Water Cycle” was written and illustrated by Rita Goldner. “Nature depends on water. We depend on nature. Children need a connection with both, to one day restore a healthy relationship with our natural environment. ‘Agent H2O Rides the Water Cycle’ contributes significantly to this in an imaginative, fun and scientifically correct way.” – Robin J. Weeks, PhD in Geophysics If you enjoyed this book, you may want to check out Mamafox Books’ Storytime Saturday Episode #25: “Orangutan, A Day in the Rainforest Canopy,” also by Rita Goldner!

*Permission for the reading of this book in its entirety was granted by the author, Rita Goldner.