Big Shaggy Max
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Alex is a friendly third grader who forgets his homework, loses his jacket, and often runs late. He doesn't mean to get into trouble. It's like trouble finds him. He dreams of one day having a dog, but his parents refuse. Dogs are a lot of work, and Alex is way too irresponsible to take care of a petor so they think. Alex is determined to prove them wrong.
"The best children's stories captivate the imagination while capturing the soul, and that is why your children will adore Big Shaggy Max. Tanenbaum and Zaslow have created a story that is sure to stimulate plenty of meaningful classroom and bedroom discussions about the importance of community and how even little kids can do BIG things!"
- Danny Brassell, Ph.D., internationally-acclaimed speaker, bestselling author of 16 books and creator of www.WhyReadBetter.com
"This is a wonderful book for all children. I love the intelligent, wonderful happy ending of Big Shaggy Max. As Alex struggles to find an answer, he is empowered to go in the right direction. When he suffers a setback, there is no acting out, just responsible, positive solutions. I love it. "
- Nancy Krasne, Former Mayor City of Beverly Hills and school teacher for over 25 years
"Big Shaggy Max is a wonderful heart-warming story engraved with themes of personal growth, community and responsibility. Tanenbaum and Zaslow brilliantly illustrate the commitment of pet ownership. It is a must read for any parent and child considering the adoption of a dog or any pet."
- Isabel Hacker, Beverly Hills school board member
"Let Big Shaggy Max come home with your children and they will delight in this charming story that does more than entertain. Children will learn a valuable lesson in taking responsibility, and the satisfaction that comes when "Little Kids do BIG Things." I thoroughly enjoyed the story and will be sharing it with my young clients who often struggle with becoming responsible. Parents will welcome the opportunity to teach without preaching."
- Edith Buie, MFT, child therapist and parenting consultant
"Tanenbaum and Zaslow have weaved the concepts of love, responsibility for self and others, care for animals and fun into a delightful story. Alex, a very believable, lovable boy and playful Max capture the reader's heart. I applaud the authors for embedding several life lessons in such an engaging story!"
- Dr. Beth Perak, Ph.D (USC), early literacy, associate professor and published author.
"Wow! The students in my second grade class loved Big Shaggy Max. They were captivated by the story as well as how Alex solves his problem. Many were inspired to write new stories as a continuation to Big Shaggy Max, a teacher's dream!"
- Linda Gregorczyk, 2nd grade teacher for over 30 years
"Parents all want to better instill the values of responsibility, compassion and sense of community. This wonderful little book does this in a way that is thoroughly engaging, the type of book I find irresistible. It is a little gem."
- Lily Lee Fugier, Olympic figure skater
"I loved reading Big Shaggy Max! Not only is this book fun to read, it shows kids they can make their big ideas come true with a little hard work and determination. I value the confidence this builds. This book will be a staple in our household."
- Rocio Lugo Bonsall, Philanthropy Leader
Patricia T. Tanenbaum
Patricia T. Tanenbaum taught at a private school in New York City, raised three children and founded the Beverly Hills Unified K-12 Community Service Learning Program. Carol A. Zaslow, mother of two, taught early education in Inglewood, California, and as PTA president developed the Community Service Program at her children's school. Together, they developed a popular annual fundraiser in California, Kids Helping Kids for Literacy Scrabble Challenge. They are longtime members of SCBWI and their two books, BIG SHAGGY MAX and LOVABLE GRANDPA JOE, were awarded the Mother's Choice Gold Award for Excellence. For more information about the authors and to have them visit your school, please go to Pazazz! www.pzzcares.com/books
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