A book, too, can be a star, a living fire to lighten the darkness, leading out into the expanding universe
– Madeleine l’Engle
A humorous tale of a pig’s penchant for flowers
Dive into a world where flowers sing and mischief is afoot in “Lucy Rigg’s Naughty Pig.” Jacqueline Faber’s witty storytelling, alongside N.D. Engleson’s vibrant art, brings you a farmyard tale like no other.
Meet Pinky Pig, lured by the melody of flowers and the buzz of bees. He’s not your ordinary pig—he’s on a petal-munching spree! The farm animals team up to stop him, but Pinky’s passion for petals is unbeatable. Lucy Rigg’s, his clever owner, is ready to outwit the mischievious pig. She does for awhile!
Laughs, suprises, and a twist await in this charming escapade. Can Lucy tame Pinky’s flowery feasting or will the piggy prove too clever? Join Pinky on a hilarious romp that proves even the naughtiest piggies can surprise you!
SuperGoldfish uses his superpowers when peace is disturbed and Tiger Barb attacks the glass castle, guppies, and goldfish in their tank
An enjoyable and character building story
At the beginning of the story, we are introduced to a happy fish realm, where SuperGoldfish is the benevolent protector of the fish families. His strength is tested when the villainous Tiger Barb charges The Castle, insisting it belongs to him. SuperGoldfish rises to the occasion, standing his ground with determination. Children will laugh as the ridiculous bully Tiger Barb propels his offensive, smelly “bonk bubbles” at the other fish.
The book’s illustrator, N.D. Engleson, has captured the many emotions of the fish characters and brings them to life in vivid color. Jacqueline Faber, weaves a touching story with delightful prose and rhyming that always pleases young readers.
A Purrfect Home for Kitters is the cat’s meow! This tender story of a kitty and her best friend will touch the heart (and the funny bone) of every pet lover. Romp with Kitters in her quest to find the purrfect, happy home.
Children and adults alike face times when courage and acceptance are needed to navigate unwanted change. Jacqueline Faber’s tender story creates an easily understandable roadmap for young readers when facing the loss of the familiar.
“I love this book! I’m so glad I bought one for myself and four more for friends who have grandchildren. Not only is A Purrfect Home for Kitters a touching story about surviving loss and learning to adapt to change, it is often hilarious. The text is in the cat’s voice, which makes it fun to read and gives readers the ability to be in the animal’s viewpoint.The illustrations are gorgeous, vivid, colorful and capture the emotions purrfectly! If that weren’t enough, at the end of the book are pages of interesting feline facts. I highly recommend this wonderful book.”
Melinda H., San Diego
Desiree has a problem: shes a butterfly, and she wants to fly at night. She wants to follow her dreams and dance in the dark. But her mother and father have told her that only bats, owls, and moths fly at night.
Should she risk following her dreams and face the unfamiliar? Or should she be like the other monarchs that only fly during the day?
“Desiree’s Night Flight is an enlightening read for both spiritual seekers and lovers of children’s literature. This magical story takes readers on a journey from doubt to belief in our hopes and dreams. Jacquie Faber has created, with her lyrical text, a timeless dance – from shadow to light. Truly inspiring!”
Anjali Andrea Alban“This is a great picture book and story because it illustrates both the wonders and the risks of following ones spirit of adventure. The wonders are in finding a different kind of folks—here, butterflies and moths—spending a time dancing with them, and making a dear friend. When a risk happens—our butterfly heroine gets seriously netted—her new friend helps her avoid panic and get loose, and then stays with her until she gets safely home. Adventure, discovery, dancing in the moonlight, making new friends, keeping ones head in the face of danger, escape, and getting back home safe and sound: this story has it all. The additional facts about butterflies, and the lessons on drawing them, are further studies in the wonders too of nature. I highly recommend this picture book.”
Jerry LaneIllustrations
GET TO KNOW
The Author: Jacquie Faber
Jacquie Faber’s legacy shines brightly through her transformative career spanning thirty-seven years as an elementary school educator in Marin County. For the majority of her illustrious journey, she dedicated herself to nurturing young minds at Wade Thomas School in San Anselmo, where she passionately guided third graders and became an esteemed practitioner of Project Based Learning (P.B.L).
At the forefront of innovative education, Jacquie championed Project Based Learning, an approach that empowers students to take the reins of their learning journey by selecting specific subjects within the curriculum that truly resonate with them. For instance, topics like butterflies would ignite her students’ curiosity. Jacquie not only encouraged them to explore these chosen subjects but also guided them to articulate their findings through writing and creative projects. Collaboratively, she and her students crafted rubrics aligned with California State Curriculum standards, ensuring a rigorous yet personalized assessment process. In recognition of her pioneering work, Jacquie received the esteemed Golden Bell Award in 1999.
Beyond the classroom, Jacquie’s influence extended far and wide. She emerged as a beacon of guidance and wisdom, mentoring educators from diverse school districts in the nuances of Project Based Learning. Her impact didn’t stop at Wade Thomas School; Jacquie’s expertise resonated throughout the Ross Valley School District, where she skillfully led the Gifted Writing Program.
Jacquie’s pedagogical philosophy went beyond textbooks and lesson plans. She instilled in her students a profound life lesson- that mistakes are invaluable stepping stones towards growth and that pursuing one’s passions leads to a fulfilled life. Armed with a teaching certificate from San Francisco State and a 1965 graduation with a Lifetime Credential in Elementary Education, Jacquie Faber’s teachings have left an indelible mark on countless lives, a legacy that continues to inspire educators and learners alike.