This Morning Sam Went to Mars

Author(s): Nancy Carlson (NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OPTOMETRY)

Primary age

Eight-year-old Sam is always daydreaming about exploring space and the deepest seas, which is awesome--except when he's supposed to be focusing on schoolwork or stuff at home. It seems like all he hears is, "Focus, Sam!" and "Pay attention!" The doctor says Sam is lucky: He has a very powerful brain! But he does need some help focusing. She gives Sam and his dad lots of strategies to try, like staying organized, eating better food, and asking for help when he needs it. Sam's favorite strategy? Make time for imagination!


Product Information

Nancy Carlson is an accomplished children's book author and illustrator who has published more than 60 books. A lifelong Minnesotan, Nancy graduated from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design with a major in printmaking. She believes that life should be fun for everyone, but especially for children. This optimistic message permeates her picture books and provides a positive counterpoint to much of what children are influenced by in today's society. Her characters convey positive messages without being "preachy." They gently remind children what is right.

General Fields

  • : 9781575424347
  • : freesp
  • : UNKNOWN
  • : 0.191
  • : January 2013
  • : 284mm X 215mm X 3mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Nancy Carlson (NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OPTOMETRY)
  • : Paperback
  • : JN
  • : 813.6
  • : 27
  • : chiefly Illustrationsstrations (colour)