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May 2008 Issue
Little Max is on a grand adventure to find the world’s greatest treasure. His search is made from a pirate ship, an airplane, swinging on a jungle vine, and even in outer space. He eventually ends up in his mother’s arms and discovers the treasure “was right here all the time.” Mom Says I Can (Shadow Mountain, $17.95, Hardcover), illustrated and written by bestselling author and veteran artist Judy Cooley, celebrates and honors moms in this high-spirited, heart-warming book.
“…today I’m Super Cool Max, Best Treasure Hunter Ever. I’m going to find the World’s Greatest Treasure. Mom says I can.”
“I’m a pirate… Mom says I’m so tough!”
“I’m a cowboy… Mom says I’m the fastest ever!”
“I’m the king of the jungle…Mom says be careful!”
Max’s wagon and imagination take him through numerous adventures, and then a pajama-clad boy smiles up at his mom.
“Who do we have here? No costumes or maps? No horses or planes or packet packs?”
“I tell her no, I want to be your Snuggle Bug. I have a blankie and a book. Mom, will you hug me? Mom says she loves me!”
Max finds the greatest treasure on earth is right in his own home. His search ends as he snuggles in the arms of his loving mom. This dynamic picture book features sixteen, full-color illustrations sure to touch any mom’s heart. Mom Says I Can will bring warm feelings to anyone who has shared their life with a lively boy and is sure to be a bedtime favorite!
Author and Illustrator Judy Cooley studied at Weber State University as well as privately with many notable art professionals. She lives at the foot of the Rocky Mountains with her husband, Erik, and their four children. Like any other mother, her day is full of laundry and dishes, yard work and soccer games, and so she paints in the early hours of the morning or whenever she has a quiet moment alone. Her paintings can be seen in various galleries, in gift stores, or on her web site at www.judycooley.com. Her first book, I Love You More, won the Mom’s Choice Award. This is her second book written for children.
