Monica Simmons, born in
Milledgeville, Georgia, earned her bachelor's degree in education from Georgia
College. She began writing children's books in 1987. She taught Special Education in the metro Atlanta area for eleven
years. She is also an advocate for the handicapped and a former member of
the University of Georgia faculty.
Email
smithms4943@aol.com
THE MIDLANDS CHILD Written by Monica Simmons,
Photography by Bill Barley Approved by the South Carolina Department of Education for Third
Grade History:
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Midlands Child Jed and his dog, Buddy, teach the
reader about the Midlands and the Capital City. Then Jed goes back in time
through seven generations moving through generations of cultures and wars in
South Carolina, showing us how the past weaves into the present. He makes
us realize that preservation and conservation are needed to keep history alive
for all generations to come. Historical photographs grace the book throughout,
showing old Columbia and historical Columbia in full color. Includes a glossary,
a few Midlands recipes, and a short Midlands history. ISBN 13: 978-0-9646889-2-6 ISBN 10: 0-09646689-2-1 32 pages. Ages 9-12. 2003.
Hardcover $4.95
THE ISLAND CHILD: Or More
About Weenie Written by Monica Simmons Approved by the South Carolina Department of Education for Third
Grade History:
The story of a girl who lives on an island off
the coast of South Carolina. Through her life, the history of South
Carolina and Georgia is presented. The book explores Savannah, the Georgia
and Sea Islands and the lighthouses along the coast. Included is a
glossary of terms of the Sea Islands and a section of Lowcountry recipes. ISBN 13: 0-9746678-1-9 ISBN 0-09646689-1-3 48 pages. Ages 9-12. 1997. Hardcover $14.95 THE LOWCOUNTRY CHILD Written by Monica Simmons, Photography by Wilson Bakerr Approved by the South Carolina Department of Education for Third
Grade History:
A photo essay of the Lowcountry involving two boys and their
Lowcountry adventures. The story is told through the eyes of two young boys
whose grandfathers are fishermen. 48 pages. Ages 9-12. 1996. Color photographs. Hardcover, ISBN 13: 978-0-9646889-1-9/ ISBN 0-09646689-0-5, $14.95
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online booksellers. To order : Call 800-849-7263 Fax 800-337-9420 or
email Also, visit the Sandlapper Book Outlet
at 1281 Amelia Street in Orangeburg, Monday-Thursday. Hours: 9:00-4:00
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