Wendy Wakefield Ferrin
Author Wendy Wakefield Ferrin has crafted whimsical, multicultural
titles designed to promote the exploration of diverse worlds while
encouraging creative self-expression for personal growth in a global
society. Her unique two-books-in-one bilingual format sparks
language curiosity without causing distraction from the story and without causing same-
page language confusion. The international perspective of her activity guides is a window
for cultural enrichment.
Wendy Wakefield Ferrin
About Wendy Wakefield Ferrin
Wendy's titles have been featured at The Kennedy Center's Multicultural Book Festival, the Border Book Festival, as well as at various regional book festivals, In multiple catalogs, on radio talk shows and local TV newscasts.
Known to her family, friends, community and internationally as “Willow” she splits her residential time between New Hampshire, USA and Costa Rica. Her books were initially crafted to use as tools in consulting with parents managing their children’s academic journeys but each title has taken on a life of its own despite her neglect and reluctance to present as an author.
Caileag A Bha Coma
Journey through the ups and downs of one
highly teachable soul at odds with the world
around her. See how a connected Mom
rescues her unconventional child from the
depths of despair over being diferent.
Mystical watercolors take you into the world
of a girl who doesn't fit but doesn't quit!
Translated by a native Gaelic speaker, this
English/Gaelic title provides a bilingual
experience without distracting from the story
or creating language confusion. From Celtic
knots to golden locks, this two-books-in-one
MAMADRAMA is an uplifting, whimsical story
for free spirits of all ages!
ISBN# 0-9703632-6-5
Hardcover, Dust jacket........$17.95
64 pages, four-color, all ages,
English/Gaelic
Author
Wendy Wakefield Ferrin, M.S.
Gifted Education consultant, past president of the Tennessee Association for the Gifted, Founding Director of The SOPE Project (www.sope.net).
Her professional experience includes extensive non-traditional program development for parents, schools, colleges and organizations dealing with the social and emotional needs of high IQ souls no matter their age.
Beverly Ashley Broyles, M.S.
Donald McDonald, native Gaelic speaking translator
Illustrator
Translator
Grandmother's Alligator
Burukenge Wa Nyanya
A Tail in Two Sittings / Mkia Wa Vikao Viwili
Introduce your readers to a 21st century multi-cultural family. Spark curiosity about a language and culture of an earlier place and time. Meet a convention-bucking Grandmother whose playful antics charm children. into the kind of stillness that fosters creativity. A perfect tool for instilling the joy of being in relationship with a book.
Two complete books in one — this title is a great writing prompt tool for multi-generational gatherings.
Experience in English and Swahili
Watercolors that weave a story
Learn the power of being still
A multicultural gem
ISBN# 0-9703632-3-0
Hardcover, Dust jacket........$17.95
64 pages, four-color, all ages,
English/Swahili
Would that I could become such a Grandmother! Her direction for visioning is appropriate for children of all ages and her kiddie pool of noodles is a hoot!
K. Pounder, Flint, MI
Grandmother’s Alligator invites children to experience a story in two languages
and seeks to help them find their own
stories while looking to their elders for
time-honored tales that entertain and
educate far better than television could
ever do.
M. Davis, staff writer, Knoxville News-Sentinel
Author
Wendy Wakefield Ferrin,
M.S.
Gifted Education consultant, past president of the Tennessee
Association for the Gifted, Founder of The Sope Project (www.sope.net).
Her professional experience includes
extensive non-traditional program development for parents, schools, colleges and organizations dealing
with the needs of gifted children.
Illustrator
Beverly Ashley Broyles, M.S.
Art Education, art museum
Curator of Education, began illustrating children's books more than 20 years
Translator
Simmon Mwangi
Published poet, native Kenyan
I find the use of English and Swahili, an
African language, in the same
childrens book to be creative and
unique. I enjoyed the book and the
graphic arts, and I was fascinated by
Wendy, the author, who left blank pages
for children to freely wander their
imaginations through drawings and
writings.
Dr. Amadou Sall, Prof of African
Studies, UT-Knoxville
¡Gérmenes en tus manos!
A brightly illustrated, bilingual book that teaches children of all ages to wash their hands while encouraging divergent thinking and modeling community leadership.
A Mom decides in her sleep
which worry to keep ... Germs
on their fingers. Germs one can't
see. Those germs that linger,
that won't let us be.
A unique "bubblequest" format
that stimulates children and
parents (or teachers) to
engage in provocative
discussions... What fruit did you
eat today? When do you do your
thinking?
Two books in one!
A parent/teacher activity guide with a bilingual audio CD is available with this title. Teaching the healthy habit of handwashing is do-able! Use this title to create a successful
educational experience that gives confidence to both the educator and the student! This title is appropriate for the home and classroom, especially to be used by health educators and guidance counselors for a wide range of grade levels.
Author
Germs on their fingers
Wendy Wakefield Ferrin M.S. Gifted Education, past president of the Tennessee Association for
the Gifted, educational consultant and Founder of the SOPE Project (www.sope.net).
Illustrator
Beverly Ashley Broyles, M.S.
Art Education, art museum
Curator of Education, began illustrating children's books more than 20 years
Translaor
Lucia Tono Ph.D.
Anthropology
"This enchanting educational experience communicates to children of all ages the importance of washing their hands. The rhythmic prose is a delight to read; the illustrations are bright and bold, and questions in bubbles -- a "bubblequest", engage readers throughout the book. It's the first of its kind in heightening multicultural awareness; read the book from front to middle, and it's in English; flip it over and read it back to middle, it's in Spanish! By asking the reader to decide upon which worry your action should take, Germs fosters community involvement."
64 pages, four-color, all ages
English/Spanish
ISBN# 0-9703632-0-6
Guide with Audio CD
$9.95
ISBN# 0-9703632-4-9
$4.00
$17.95
ISBN# 0-9703632-1-4
$12.95
"..belongs in every daycare and
school in the country! I read this
and immediately went to wash my
hands."
- K. Rochelle, NH
Audio CD
Hardcover
Softcover
- J. Lisi, MA
"What a cute way to teach that
germs can be good or bad! I love.
the illustrations..."
- S. Barker, KY
