MILITARY WRITERS SOCIETY OF AMERICA 2015 FINALIST
CHILDREN'S BOOK CATEGORY

READER RESPONSES

"...filled with marvelous full-color illustrations and catchy prompts.  This book can be used as a workbook as the facing page for each illustration is lined and ready for a child to write.  There are prompts for careers, animals, toys and even ghostly visitors.  There are also plenty of nature prompts filled with lush foliage, plants, butterflies and animals.  Lee also includes prompts that allow children to write about their feelings.  There are happy faces throughout The ABC’s of Titles, but there’s also one sad illustration of a girl who is crying.  The illustrations alone provide so much descriptive material that children who don’t think they could ever write a story will find themselves busily writing away."  (Click here to download the full review.)

— Jack Magnus for Readers’ Favorite

Timely Tool for Tiny Tots

"Mary Lee has once again focused on a subject that needs attention.  Her second book, "When Grandma's False Teeth Fly" dealt very subtly, but quite effectively, with bullying.  "The ABC's of Titles for Tiny Tales" has writing prompts to ignite and excite a child to write.  It is the perfect answer to.... "How do we encourage our children to write and enjoy the art of reading?"  The digital age, with all its splendor and awe, has jeopardized the art of penmanship.  Will our children be able to write without computerized assistance?  This book has so much to offer towards positive results for both parents and educators.  It has beautiful pictures that almost leap from the pages and space for them to start their own stories.  Congratulations, Mrs. Lee! Your books always offer hope and encouragement for young readers..."

— Schooner Publications, Inc.

"As the books says... "Every story begins with an idea..."  The author Mary Lee has done a magnificent job creating a way to learn the letters of the alphabet by allowing the child to practice writing within the pages of the book!  The illustrations will grab your child's attention and spur his/her imagination to write and form letters beautifully.  The book is great for early letters writing skills or for children learning to write sentences using the letters and illustration to help create their very own story through every page.  If you are tired of the letter X always standing for X-ray you will see how much thought and education went into this book as X stands for Xebec, and encourages you to Look It Up!  It actually has a wonderful illustration and definition too.  I am sure parents will find themselves learning something new along with the children.  Not only would I highly recommend this book for a learning and teaching tool I recommend you but all 3 of Mary Lee's books as My Air Force Mom is great for anyone interested in military life and When Grandma's False Teeth Fly, a humorous story that teaches children the effects of bullying and how you deal with it.  You will not be disappointed as these books will be treasured by your little ones and become fast favorites."

— Karla Yvonne Koenig-Arnold