About
Shena Little Bear is not only my pen name; it is also my Native American name. I am Cherokee, Lakota, Osage, Irish, Scottish, German, and Welch. In 1978, I graduated from State Fair Community College in Sedalia, Missouri, but I started writing during my High School years. I have worked for three newspapers: the Miami Herald, Nevada State Journal, and Reno Evening Gazette. During the 1990’s, I was the editor and publisher of a monthly Native American publication. For years, I have written poetry and several of my poems have been published around the world. I am a lifetime member of the International Poet Society. Currently, I am writing books for readers of all ages. To date, I have three books published: VISIONS, PRAYERS, and POEMS; HOW THE LONE WOLF GOT HER NAME; and MY PAL LITTLE SNOWFLAKE.
Description
<p>Does your child have ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)?</p><p>Meet David, one of award-winning author Sherrill S. Cannon's "Classroom of Kids," who manages his ADHD with the help of classmates.</p><p>David discovers ways to cope with his hyperactive brain, while learning how to calm and soothe his ADHD. Solutions include setting daily schedules and following simple rules that regulate behavior. His teachers and therapists encourage using the computer for academic advancement, and to establish a pattern for study as well as for occasional recreation. David not only learns self-control and communication skills, but is able to fit into the classroom and make friends.</p><p>Once again social values are emphasized in the author's latest illustrated children's story, and classroom friends from previous books are featured. In fact, David has been part of the class for a long time!</p><p><strong><em>"David's ADHD</em></strong><em> is a timely topic for parents and children. A story in rhyme that demystifies ADHD. It explains a youngster's behavior in terms of his inattentiveness and impulsivity and how it impacts those around him. A sensitive way of creating understanding for children with ADHD and their families."</em> - <strong>Dr. Valerie Allen, licensed school psychologist</strong></p><p><strong>Author Bio: </strong></p><p>Former teacher Sherrill S. Cannon has won 76 awards for her previous 11 rhyming books. She is also the author of seven published and internationally performed plays for elementary school children. The author has been called "an absolute master of rhyming" and "a modern-day Dr. Seuss."</p>
Story Behind The Book
MY PAL LITTLE SNOWFLAKE is a delightful story about a little boy who makes a snowman to be his best friend. Together they have lots of fun with many exciting adventures including sharing a secret about a very special place. The little boy grows up to share his secret about his pal and the unique place with his grandson in a very interesting way. Children and the young at heart will enjoy this charming story, activity, and coloring book anytime of the year!
The story is written in way a child will understand what having a best friend truly means, ways of sharing and giving with others, and how to remember your best friend in your heart even when you grow older. There are several pages of fun activities to do in the form of puzzles, fill-ins, search and find, and etcetera to expand educational skills in a fun and interacting way. All the pictures throughout the book can be colored. The book is very unique with the story, activities, and pictures to color and will draw the attention of the child. There are 68 pages in this soft covered book.
Reviews
Wonderful story to teach children about best friends, sharing, and giving with others. <br /><br />I love it and I'm a grandpa!!<br /><br />Great children's book with fun activities to expand educational skills.
