Never-Forgotten Doll »

Lisa McCourt has always worked in children's publishing and has written over a dozen books for children. She was one of the three finalists for the coveted 1995 LMP Award recognizing excellece in children's publishing and one of her recent books was featured on CNN as exemplary children's book.

Miss Maggie, the best babysitter ever, tells Ellie, The story that follows, about the beautiful china doll Miss Maggie loved and lost long ago, fills Ellie with ideas. How better to show Miss Maggie how much she loves her than to find a way to get the precious, never-forgotten doll back into Miss Maggie's arms?

This intergenerational story of determination and sacrifice shows little souls everywhere that with the power of love behind them, any goal is within their reach.

Children's Literature

The story begins with a simple gesture. Jessica Docket brings in cupcakes for the whole class. A note from Jessica's mom thanks the teacher for the opportunity to practice "guerilla goodness." Guerilla goodness, explains the teacher, is when people like Ms. Docket work with others to try to make the world a nicer place by practicing random acts of kindness. Intrigued by the idea, the children decide to start their own club, the Goodness Gorillas. Patricia cleans her and her brother's room without being asked. Tina gives her old toys to a homeless shelter. Michael goes with his uncle to volunteer at a senior citizen's home. The children continue their kind acts until they are faced with a challenge. Will they help Todd, the meanest boy in the class? Inspired by the bestseller Chicken Soup for the Soul, this colorful illustrated book will entertain and encourage the imagination of young children.