Bøger af Michelle Nelson-Schmidt

Jonathan James' Whatif Monster asks all kind of questions to stop him trying new things: What if it's scary? What if they laugh? What if it's hard? Until finally, Jonathan James has some questions of his own: What if they don't? What if it isn't? What then? This child-friendly rhyming tale provides the ideal antidote for every child's occasional bouts of self-doubt and fear of trying something new.

It can be hard to see any joy in today's world, much less consider it magical. Part self-help, part memoir, Life is as Magical as You Make It is Michelle Nelson-Schmidt's debut book for adults. Filled with anecdotes and wisdom that she's experienced and learned throughout the years, it's an entertaining and inspiring read you won't be able to put down. From a young mom in a troubled marriage, to a successful children's author of 32 published titles, Michelle shares her struggles and how she continues to overcome them by looking for joy and finding gratitude in the small moments of life. Michelle reminds us that it's okay to slow down and ignore society's messages that we're never enough-that we need more money, more influence, more everything to be happy. In her relaxed and conversational tone, she helps us remember we are already enough and inspires us to find our joy and feel the magic that's waiting to be seen all around us.

This best-selling book that has helped literally tens of thousands of children (and adults) overcome anxiety is now being re-released in hardback. The redesigned book will have bonus content from the author.If your little one struggles with big anxieties, this is a picture book that offers a simple solution that your child can easily understand. With a simple shift of the mind, this book helps you reframe any scary and worrisome whatif into a question of opportunity and possibility. Whenever Jonathan James finds himself in a new situation, he hears his Whatif Monster asking all kind of questions to stop him trying something new: What if it's scary? What if they laugh? What if it's hard? Finally, Jonathan James has some questions of his own: What if they don't? What if it isn't? What then?

A re-release of fan-favorite, Cordelia, in hardback with bonus content by the author.Cordelia can fly. Over the ocean, up with the birds, wherever she wants to go, she does. It's her favorite thing. It's what makes her happy. It's what makes her who she is. Until one day, she hears the whispers: people can't fly; it's impossible. And suddenly, Cordelia can't. A modern-day fable about believing in yourself and your dreams - and flying wherever you want to go.

This redesigned Ten-Year Anniversary Edition of Bob is a Unicorn contains bonus content by the author.Bob is not a unicorn. His friend George knows that. So does Stella. And Ted, and Larry. In fact, it's definite: Bob is not a unicorn.Or is he? Bob is a Unicorn, by beloved author Michelle Nelson-Schmidt, celebrates both the power of imagination and the importance of always - no matter what anyone else says - believing in yourself most of all.

When Jonathan James invites his friends over to meet his new dog, Buster, someone accidentally leaves a gate open and the dog runs away. Can the Whatif Monster help everyone work together to find Buster?

A fun day at the park with friends takes a scary turn. The Whatif Monster helped Jonathan James be brave and careful while trying something new. But what if something bad still happens? What then?

Mind the Bear is a book about respecting boundaries other''s set for themselves and others. Bear is an introvert who prefers to be alone. He is very clear about what he doesn''t want. So clear in fact, that he has a sign outside his house stating his rules. Rabbit doesn''t like rules and doesn''t respect boundaries. Rabbit continues to push - even after Bear asks Rabbit politely to stop many times. What happens when someone has stated clearly what they want and need, asks repeatedly to be heard, but is ignored? There are consequences for our actions. Sometimes they can be a steep price to pay as Rabbit learns. Mind the Bear is as much for adults as for our youngest readers. While children need to learn to respect adults, adults need to remember children have boundaries too. When we respect what others are saying they want - and don''t want - we all feel safer in our own skin.

Bear is an introvert who prefers to be alone. He is very clear about his personal rules. Rabbit doesn''t like rules. Rabbit continues to push - even after Bear asks Rabbit politely to stop many times. What happens when someone continually ignores another''s boundaries? There are consequences for our actions. Sometimes there can be a steep price to pay. When we respect what others are saying they want - and don''t want - we all feel safer in our own skin.

When Sebastian's dads bring home his newly adopted sister, can the Whatif Monster help him overcome his worry about how his life is about to change?

Jonathan James is so excited for his backyard sleepover with Sebastian and Vin! They're going to have such a fun night! But when Vin suddenly decides he has to go home, can the Whatif Monster help the boys save their fun sleepover night?