Book Summary:
This inspirational tale of a Monarch butterfly and her meadowland friends
is the second children's book written and illustrated by Bette A. Stevens.
AMAZING MATILDA becomes discouraged when she is unable to fly during the early
stages of her metamorphosis. But, this amazing Monarch never gives up on her
dream. Encouraged by her meadowland friends, MATILDA learns that if she tries
long enough and hard enough, she can do anything that she really wants to do.
AMAZING MATILDA will inspire readers and listeners alike, not only to follow
their own dreams, but to encourage others to do the same!
Author Bio:
Bette A. Stevens received her B.S. in Elementary Education from the University of Maine at Orono before embarking on graduate courses in Curriculum Studies at Chapman University in California. She taught in elementary and middle school classrooms in California and Virginia. Stevens and her husband are now retired and living in Maine, where they enjoy trips to the coast and gardening when they’re not renovating their 37-acre farmstead. They have two daughters and five grandchildren. Stevens has written articles for ECHOES, The Northern Maine Journal of Rural Culture based in Caribou, Maine. Her love of children, of literature and of learning inspired her to write her first children’s book, The Tangram Zoo and Word Puzzles Too! Now she’s excited to introduce readers and listeners of all ages to AMAZING MATILDA: A Monarch’s Tale, a story that is sure to inspire readers and listeners of all ages to believe in themselves and to reach for their dreams.
Review to Come:
Amazing Matilda, A Monarch's Tale, is a beautiful tale about a monarch butterfly during the stages of her metamorphosis. Catepillar is eager to grow up and fly but the wise words from other animal friends encourages her to be patient, one day it will come. Not knowing what her fate will be, she listens to her friends and hears of their youthful life trials and the lessons they have learned. As time passes her instincts take over and soon she begins to physically change.
Children of all ages will be able to relate to monarchs plight in some way. The tale will also inspire readers to not only follow their dreams, but to encourage others to do the same. Ones dreams are never too big, but with the support of friends and family, as well as with patience and determination, anyone can reach their goal. Ths sky is the limit.
This story is a true gem and one that will inspire children for years to come.
Also check out the authors other book, The Tangram Zoo and Word Puzzles Too.
Dear Renee:
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the interview on your BlogTalkRadio SHOW: storiesfromunknownauthors. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with you and offer KUDOS on the great job you are doing. Your show offers a great opportunity for listeners to get to know your guests and learn more about their books and their writing experiences. Also, thanks for the review and exposure.
Sincerely,
Bette A. Stevens