Author & Illustrator Profile
Michael Garland
4 Books
Michael Garland is an acclaimed American author and illustrator of numerous award-winning children's books. He is perhaps best known for his imaginative 'Miss Smith' series, including 'Miss Smith's Incredible Storybook', which celebrates the magic of reading. Garland's work spans both writing and vibrant illustrations, bringing engaging stories and distinct visual styles to young readers.
Books in "Miss Smith"
Get ready for a school trip like no other! When Miss Smith's class visits the local aquarium, they expect to see fish, sharks, and maybe a few turtles. But Miss Smith is not a regular teacher, and her storybook is definitely not a regular book. The moment she starts reading, the magic happens. Suddenly, the aquarium is swarming with famous ocean characters! You will find yourself swimming alongside the Little Mermaid, dodging Captain Nemo's submarine, and keeping a watchful eye out for Robinson Crusoe. But when a crew of scurvy pirates swoops in to steal the magical storybook, the class must team up for a daring rescue. Will they get their beloved book back before the pirates sail away forever? Join this wild, watery adventure that proves reading can literally make a splash.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
When Zack first steps into second grade, he expects just another normal year of school. But one look at his new teacher, Miss Smith, and he knows this class will be anything but boring! Miss Smith has an unbelievable secret. Whenever she reads aloud from her special book, the stories actually spring to life. One day, when Miss Smith is running late, the school principal steps in to read. Suddenly, the classroom is completely out of control! You will be dodging runaway princesses, fleeing from fierce pirates, and trying to catch the Three Little Pigs as they scatter across the room. Can anyone get these wild characters back onto the pages where they belong? Dive into this fast-paced, imaginative tale that shows exactly why a great teacher makes all the difference.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Grab your library card and prepare for a spooktacular reading adventure! When Miss Smith takes her class on a field trip to the local public library, they are excited to meet Virginia Creeper, the fascinating librarian. But things take a thrilling and chilling turn when Ms. Creeper borrows Miss Smith's incredible magic storybook to read aloud. Before the students can even blink, the library is filled with friendly ghosts, creeping creatures, and spooky monsters that have leaped straight out of the pages! You will have to stay on your toes as the class navigates a wonderfully haunted labyrinth of bookshelves. Can they gather up all these frightful friends before the library closes? Join the fun for a spine-tingling tale that proves reading is always a monstrously good time.
6-8 Years
Just when Zack thought his reading class could not get any more exciting, Miss Smith opens her incredible storybook once again! This time, the magic pages transport the entire class deep into a steaming, wild jungle inside the legendary Lost World. Zack and his friends are having the ultimate field trip until a massive Tyrannosaurus steps out from the trees! As the class scrambles to find a safe hiding spot, they realize something terrible. Miss Smith is missing! Even worse, the magic storybook that can bring them all back home is nowhere to be found. Can the students brave the prehistoric wilderness to rescue their beloved teacher? Pack your bags for a roaring, dinosaur-sized adventure filled with eye-popping surprises.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
