Awards
Florida Author’s and Publishers Association: President’s Gold Medal Children’s Picture book
Florida Author’s and Publishers Association: Silver Medal -Education
Readers’ Favorite: Five Star Award
Florida Author’s and Publishers Association: Silver Medal -Children’s Non-Fiction
Readers’ Favorite: Illustration Award
Big NYC Book Award: Distinguished Book Award
“WoW! What a Trip! was awarded three medals from The Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA). The book received a Gold Medal as a Children’s Picture Book ages 0-7, Silver Medal -Education, Silver Medal -Children’s Non-Fiction.”
What the experts say
“What a blessing this book is. The unique feature of having the coming newborn, talking to their older sibling is ingenious. The graphics are beautiful and the story is done in such a way that it makes everything so authentic and real for Mom, Dad and the existing children. In my opinion, this could have been called - Chicken Soup for the Siblings Soul. A perfect way to integrate the baby into the family right from conception.”
“As a mother myself, I searched for a book to help my young son understand he was going to be a big brother. I wish this book was available then. The talking points help steer the conversation to the age-appropriate level of your child. Remarkable illustrations and a must for any expecting parent of an additional child. ”
“Love the book. …so will children awaiting the arrival of a new sibling. Parents often ask me how to help their kids prepare for a baby’s birth. I will recommend WoW! What a Trip! as it is developmentally apropos and engaging for young children.”
“Wow! What a Trip! Wow! What a great book!
... a perfect balance of words and images.
... truly creatively amazing. Astonished at the creativity laden within these artfully ambitious pages.
... the book is pregnant with loving ways to explain what is going on inside mommy.”
“Wow! What a Trip!
... insightful and fascinating...
The book is indeed a trip and will help children understand pregnance.”
“The story is fun, entertaining and educational. I wish this book was around for my daughter when I was expecting my son.”
“... warm pastels and soft lines to focus on the development of the newest little one.
... the stories tone is more whimsical than scientific.
The language and interest level are appropriate for a target audience of lower-elementary school children, and will be ideal for ages two through six
... a springboard for more in-depth and open conversations... ample opportunities for children to ask questions...
,,immense flexibility in answering questions, allowing them to respond in a manner most appropriate for their beliefs...
Wow! What a trip! is a lovely tool for moms, dads, aunts, uncles and grandparents to share with young people.”
“... a jumping off point for parents looking to discuss a new pregnancy with their child.
The illustrations are expressive and vocabulary appropriate for most young readers.”
