The “Hoo Hoo” collection of children’s books by Amanda Kleback {2012 Holiday Gift Guide}

I can think of no better gift for a child than the gift of reading.   Every child loves to snuggle up with mom and dad at bedtime and listen intently as they are read their special books.  Older children love to have books read to them too, but will also be able to read these beautiful books on their own.  I have always found there is something extra special and very cozy about cuddling up with the kids at bedtime to read books!

Author Amanda Kleback has written and illustrated a wonderful selection of books, certain to entertain and educate every little person on your shopping list!

About the Author:  Amanda Kleback is a wife and proud mother. She has collected teddy bears since she was a small child-starting with her first bear given to her by her Aunt Katherine. Now she enjoys telling the stories of her furry friend Hoo Hoo! Amanda and her family, including Hoo Hoo, travel the world in search of the next great adventure that will lead to a lesson learned. Ms. Kleback is a mechanical engineer, farmer, former railroad carman, a certified welder, a beekeeper, an illustrator, and as if that wasn’t enough, a ribbon-winning chef and devoted mother of two.

Hoo Hoo’s Song, the first story in a series of children’s storybooks, tells Hoo Hoo the bear’s very special journey from a far away land to his new family. He is guided by a tiny song he can hear coming from his heart. When the song from his heart is matched by another; he has found his new home. The story illustrates that everyone should be kind to one another for the greatest reward is friendship.

Hoo Hoo Hoo!! Merry Christmas!, is the story of Hoo Hoo learning about Christmas & the polish tradition of Wiglia. Hoo Hoo finds himself in his family’s barn at midnight on Christmas day talking to the animals! Celebrating family, tradition, & the magic of Christmas, is sure to be a holiday staple for children years to come.

Hoo is from Baltimore, Hon!  Join Hoo Hoo the Bear as he travels through Baltimore learning about where Mrs. B grew up. By the end of their adventure, Hoo Hoo comes to realize the magic that makes Baltimore such a wonderful place.

 

Don’t Get a Boo Boo, Hoo Hoo! also by Amanda Kleback,  is a must have safety book for everyone!  Hoo Hoo the Bear teaches children how to be safe in any situation.  Use the book for Safety Week at school or at home during reading time. This safety book covers:  Stranger Danger, Being Lost, Fire Escape Plan, Poisons, Sharp Objects, How to Dial 9-1-1, When to Dial 9-1-1, Phone Safety, Say No to Drugs, Fire Safety, Strange Animals, Play Safety, Bullies, Avoiding Fights, Bus Stop Safety, Computer Safety and Car Safety.

Knock Knock! Hoo Hoo’s There! is an enchanting story based on the myth of “Knocking on Wood”. Follow Hoo Hoo as he becomes a noble knight in the times of dragons and fairies.  In this story, Hoo Hoo’s path home is blocked by the Nusspickle monster!  Needing a way home past the monster, he asks for help from a Good Luck Fairy who lives in a tree.

 

Hoo Hoo Plush Bear - The plush version of the lovable bear with the song in his heart. Hoo Hoo measures 12″ tall and has an embroidered heart on his chest.

 

All books, as well as plush animals, are available now at Hoo Hoo’s Online Store and Amazon.com

You may also be interested in donating a book to the Hayden’s Heart Hero Foundation.  You simply pick a Hoo Hoo book, purchase it online at a lower price, and your book will be donated to the Hayden’s Heart Hero Foundation 2012 Book Drive to benefit the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center.