The Durples
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*NEW SEPT 2011 - The Durples: Go to School
AUDIOBOOK
has been released and is now available for purchase.
Click on the links below for samples!
The Durples: Get Lost in Elkton Forest           
                - About the Book

Meet the Durples. Cindyloo, Mollyboo and Woodroo
invite you to join them on their adventure in Elkton
Forest where they meet many new and unique friends.
One of their new friends, an outcast named Odalee,
teaches them how to play his musical instrument; the
mookaluke.  Children will learn the importance of
acceptance and kindness as well as understand how
'cool' each and every character is despite any
differences they may appear to have.

Please read this Press Release for more information

The Durples: Get Lost in Elkton Forest is the first book of The Durples
series.  You don't want to miss out on any of these fun filled learning
adventures!
Now Available at:
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"I have used the
book (The
Durples) in my
class and 2 other
teachers have as
well because this
term we have
been learning
about uniqueness
and what unique
things different
people do and
have.
"
- Miss Hannaford
Grade 3 Teacher
Australia
"What a
wonderful
book and
lovely story.
I would like
to share the
book with
some of the
teachers’
and their
classes.
"
- Resource
Teacher
Calgary
"Your book has a
very good
message to it and
I think all children
should read it.
"
- Katie Neu
Bullying Canada
Counter
The Durples’ story has an important message, and you and your mom are wonderful advocates for
creating safe and caring communities for all children.  I can see that this colorful book will be enjoyed by
children and is an effective way for parents and teachers to talk with children about the value of
kindness, respect and acceptance.

Dave Hancock, Alberta Education Minister

Have a Wondurple Day!
For questions, bulk orders or special
orders, we'd be happy to help you. Please
refer to our
Contact Us page.
I had an
opportunity to
review your book
last winter and I
thought it was a
lovely way to bring
children vital
messages about
diversity and
acceptance, and
the importance of
creating safe and
caring
communities.

Shirley Bond, B.C.
Education Minister
The Durples: Go to School
- About the Book
Prince Moonlet Little Feathers is the new kid in school.  He is a
prince who is in a magical wheelchair.  The Durples embrace him
and they become friends.  As the first day of school recess
unfolds - so do a few of the possible playground problems that
children are faced with.  Wully Bully teases Charlie and is asked
to stop by Woodroo, the bystander who helps Charlie out of this
difficult situation.  The Magic Cloud Princess appears and grants
Prince Moonlet Little Feathers a wish that his great-great-great
grandfather has given to him.  Prince Moonlet Little Feathers
surprises the whole school with his wish.  School, as well as
schoolyard bullies will be changed forever!
"We truly enjoyed having you come to our school and share
with us your wonderful book.  Bringing the Durples into our
lives has been a remarkable thing as we celebrate treating
others with respect and dignity and the hope that everyone
will get along.  You brought so much enthusiasm and passion
with your story it truly affected us and reminded us to be the
best we can be.
"
Miss Gracey and the students at Maitland District
Elementary School - Nova Scotia
"Dear Kathy
and Ashley,     
The reason I
liked your book
is its about
caring and
understanding.
"
 Jaida (7 yrs)
"Dear Kathy
and Ashley,      
I really liked
your book
because they
were friendly
to each
other.
"
Hannah (6yrs)
"Dear Kathy
and Ashley,     
I like the
Mookaluke
because I like
the way it
sounds.
"
(Drusilla 6yrs)
***January 2011***

The Durples: Go to School has been reviewed and
ACCEPTED for inclusion on OPHEA
(Ontario Physical and Health Education Association)
Registry for Safe and Inclusive Schools!
The Durples: Go to School wins: Donna Kakonge
Award for the Best Canadian Regional Book 2011!
Be sure to check out 'the
Store' on this website to
purchase Audio Book CD
and Mookalukes too!