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Have a child interested in animals, poems or learning a new language while reading a fun and beautifully illustrated story? Then have them join Mari, an adventuresome Emperor butterfly that travels through a whimsical world of delightful animals. Join her colorful voyage that is detailed through engaging full-color illustrations and English and Spanish bilingual poems.
Mari's Journey is a gem not only for elementary readers, but for those learning a second language and anyone with a love for contemporary poetry. This is an imaginative excursion you'll never forget!
Introducing readers to new words in a fresh language, a compelling narrative, haiku poetry and delaney's full-color illustrations, this book is one that your children can continue to enjoy in new ways for years to come.
Read with wonder as Mari meets a snake, giraffe, ostrich, bear, octopus elephant, pig, penguin, lion, turtle, fish and monkey in a story elegantly told.
About the author
d. kathleen delaney had her first written work published as a young student in 1990. Her articles and short fiction have since been featured in a variety of publications and blogs. She won the LaGrange College Writing Contest for 3 years in a row, between the years of 2001-2003. After 2.5 years of study, she graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Art & Design in 2003.
Kathleen has written a Young Adult Fiction novel, and is currently writing and illustrating several children's books. She is fluent in Spanish and building fluency in both ASL and Tagalog. Kathleen also spends her time tutoring individuals privately in a wide range of subjects, including English as a Second Language. She enjoys using her creativity to produce educational material for young learners. In addition to painting and drawing fine art for exhibitions, Kathleen stays busy with a wide variety of professional writing, illustration, and design projects through her freelance business, Mimosa Creations.
