Grandpa Tucker's Father's Day Page


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Bob Tucker developed "Grandpa Tucker's Rhymes and Tales," a collection of children's stories, poems, and songs. This part of the collection offers stories, poems, and songs pertaining to Father's Day. Not Just for Kids! provides the collection online.




Grandpa Tucker's Mother's Day Page


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Bob Tucker developed "Grandpa Tucker's Rhymes and Tales," a collection of children's stories, poems, and songs. This part of the collection offers stories, poems, and songs pertaining to Mother's Day. Not Just for Kids! provides the collection online.




The Day Jim Got Shot and Other Semi-Truthful Stories


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While growing up, Gary Tucker and his brother Jim had numerous shared experiences and adventures in the idyllic setting of Hannibal, Missouri which is located along the Mississippi River. As Gary's daughters Suzi and Kim were growing up, he would frequently tell them about these escapades. The girls never seemed to tire of hearing them, even as adults. This book details those experiences including the day Jim was accidently shot by their uncle; how Jim was saved from sin several times on the way to the hospital; and how Gary almost got the coveted .22 rifle he always wanted as the result of the shooting.




At Boarding School with the Tucker Twins


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Nell Speed's 'At Boarding School with the Tucker Twins' explores the adventures of two lively siblings as they navigate the challenges of boarding school life in a quaint English countryside setting. Written in a charming and engaging style, Speed captures the essence of childhood mischief and camaraderie, making the book a delightful read for both young readers and adults alike. The lively dialogues and vivid descriptions bring the characters and setting to life, providing a glimpse into the bygone era of early 20th century boarding schools. The book is a blend of humor, heartwarming moments, and valuable life lessons, making it a timeless classic in children's literature.




Grandpa Tucker's Rhymes and Tales


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Coming Home to The Cowboy


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New York advertising executive Rebecca Valentine is now facing her biggest challenge — her biological clock. In an effort to get her life sorted out, Rebecca travels to a tranquil ranch in Wyoming…. Charming, easygoing Mitchell Tucker isn't at all what Rebecca expected. For this rancher is not only a millionaire businessman but also a world-class dad devoted to his two adorable children. Rebecca can't deny their attraction. But can she really leave the life she thought she wanted — to reach for the unknown?




THE BRIDE-IN-LAW


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LAST-CHANCE BRIDE… Single father and marriage cynic Tucker Dennis was sure his too-romantic dad had been roped into saying "I do." So he hightailed it down to the Blue Flamingo Motel to halt the honeymoon and talk some sense into the elderly groom. And that's where he found the bride's riled relative… Annie Summer's heart melted with happiness when she saw the blissful newlyweds—or was it at the sight of the groom's son? But sexy Tucker didn't seem to have a heart of his own underneath that muscular chest! He'd stopped believing in love and marriage long ago, yet Annie believed in him…and years of inexperience were telling her to take a chance on Tucker….




The Tabernacle


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The Tabernacle By: Jeff Clark The Tabernacle follows the sweeping 13,000 year history of two central Texas farm communities: Alameda and Cheaney. Searching along winding wooded trails, uncovering hidden homesteads miles from the nearest road and listening at last to the words of teachers four decades his senior, author Jeff Clark begins to hear the tale of timeless lands, and the lessons as it finally breaks open in his own life. This sprawling epic is full of firsthand testimony about the harsh settlement of the Texas frontier, as well as surprising glimpses into his storytellers’ twenty-first century lives. The Tabernacle will move you deeply, as it has moved within the lives of many generations encamped along the shores of the Leon River.




Grandpa Tucker's Rhymes and Tales


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I can picture Grandpa Tucker in my mind's eye, my imagination encouraged by his cartoon figure and the bluegrass music playing in the background. Grandpa Tucker writes an original monthly story in verse, and shares his collection of fun illustrated poems. He offers this advice to parents." ... I believe that the most important reading being done anywhere in the world is when an adult reads to a child. I believe children will leave Nintendo or stop roller blading for a few minutes to share the closeness of sharing a story."




Jake and the Dreamcatcher


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Ten-year-old Jake Tucker has just been dropped off at his estranged grandfather's house on Christmas Eve! The house is creepy, Grandpa doesn't like him, and even the chihuahua is rude. After an exhausting and disappointing day, Jake is worn-out and homesick. Just when he thought things couldn't get worse, an old nightmare comes to visit. Wheelchair Woman has followed him from Texas all the way to California. Through the dreamcatcher above his bed, Jake is drawn into her world--the world of dreams--where treacherous Sandman calls home. Trapped in a winding, endless dream, Jake encounters Peggy, a girl his age. Together, they share adventures, trials, and triumphs. But as the night rolls on, Jake comes to find his new friend, Peggy, isn't who she seems to be.