About the Book
I like the aquarium
And the planetarium.
A day at the zoo
Is lots of fun, too.
There’s much to observe
At a nature preserve.
The beach by the sea
Just fascinates me.
And it's nice at the dairy
Or the birds’ aviary.
There’s so much to see
All around you and me…
If we’ll just take the time to look!
A wonderful world of discovery is right before your eyes. Open up this book and let the Johnson kids be your guides!
Discover the mystery behind a magically-moving popsicle stick with eleven-year-old Chris, and join him as he watches his auntie and uncle on a too-exciting camel ride.
Investigate spider traps—and people traps!—with nine-year-old Emma. And shiver to the tale of a fisherman who grapples with a geographic assassin.
Giggle and fret with little Danni over cute and crawly things … some quite friendly, and some not nearly so!
The Johnsons invite you along on their journey to gather fun facts and valuable learning in God’s amazing classroom of nature. It’s a book the whole family can grow from and enjoy!
Available in PAPERBACK and eBOOK formats.
About the Author
Health educator and English instructor by profession, writer by nature, Marilyn Johnson spent thirty years in Asia traveling, teaching, raising a family, and collecting fascinating anecdotes about animals. She also served as managing editor of a monthly health periodical and a church news magazine. In addition to this collection, Johnson has authored books on heart disease and diabetes, both of which have been published abroad in several languages. Now retired, Marilyn continues to enjoy traveling, quilting, waterfalls, and wildflowers, and recounting her clan’s experiences with creatures great and small. She is daily inspired by the words of 1 John 3:1: “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!” (NIV)
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Posted by ALR on 30th Jul 2024
TEACH Services received the following review:
"What a fun read for the whole family! You get to learn how amazing God's creatures are and how we can learn from them. Mrs. Johnson was the kindergarten class chaplain where I taught. The students were excited to hear her stories and were amazed by the many first-hand experiences she shared with us. She has a heart full of love for kids of all ages and wants each one to know Jesus as their best Friend!"
~ Marla Rasmussen, Principal/Teacher
Posted by ALR on 30th Jul 2024
TEACH Services received the following review:
"With an unusually deep cultural understanding, Marilyn Johnson has gathered from a goldmine of real experiences to create this book. Her unique, educational stories open our eyes to God’s intriguing creatures and convey valuable life lessons for young and old." ~ Heather Krick, Home Schooling Mom
Posted by ALR on 30th Jul 2024
TEACH Services received the following:
"The stories in The Walking Popsicle Stick are attractive, engaging, and educational. They were so fun I didn’t realize all the moral lessons I was learning. As a kid, I have enjoyed The Walking Popsicle Stick, and I am sure you will too. If you are looking for a solid, amazing book for your kids this is the book for you. I would recommend this book to anyone."
~ Iaroslav Lotca Puente, Student, Age 10
Posted by ALR on 30th Jul 2024
TEACH Services received the following review:
"I love a story with a lesson. The author has successfully turned true life events into humorous, enduring lessons for all of us. Her true stories of life abroad, or on the farm with her young family, entertain as well as give us biblical truths. Her stories give us vivid descriptions of the events along with thoughts and conversations we can all relate to. As an animal lover, I appreciate the nature facts and loving attitude she displays in her writing, especially towards squawky Cocky. These stories will endure from generation to generation. God's love and truth is evident throughout. Truly a pleasure to read and share with my kids."
~ Amy Merriam, Registered Dental Hygienist and Mother of Three
Posted by ALR on 30th Jul 2024
TEACH Services received the following review:
"Marilyn Johnson has woven together a delightful collection of true children’s stories, each calculated to teach a specific character-building lesson. Using illustrations drawn from the natural world, she writes as an eyewitness to each interesting incident. She captures the joy and wonder of the children as they move from one experience to another."
~ Bill Krick, Literature Ministries Director