Morrie & Dorothy
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The Families of Rhyme Time Street
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From the day they were born, best friends Morrie, a stork, and Dorothy, a pelican, have done everything together. But when they try out for a job delivering babies, things will change. Morrie & Dorothy portrays the true meaning of friendship and that being a friend means selfless devotion to each other.
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Jeffrey J. Lefko, AuthorJeffrey J. Lefko has combined a professional healthcare management career with an avocation for writing children's stories for his nine grandchildren. All of Jeff's stories offer a special message, but Morrie & Dorothy is particularly special to him, as the main characters are a tribute to his parents, who, during their lives together, demonstrated an unending and selfless devotion to each other. Jeff lives and works in Greenville, South Carolina. |
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Author's Website
Jeff Lefko Books, an Imprint of United Writers Press, was founded by Jeffrey J. Lefko, who has combined a long-standing professional healthcare management career with a passion for writing engaging and thoughtful children’s stories.
All of these stories offer special messages and meanings- with themes ranging from discovering real friendships, enhancing relationships, fostering conservation by caring for the planet, and improving good health and wellness. Jeff Lefko Books speak to virtually every child and family.
Reviews:
"Morrie, a boy stork, and Dorothy, a girl pelican, have been friends ever since they were hatched. Both dreamed to be in the baby delivery service. Morrie has the good fortune of being the traditional deliverer-- he's a stork and a boy. It never occurred to them while they played together that their lives might take different paths. Dorothy is also a fine flyer, but not only is she a girl, she's not a stork. Dorothy hit the glass ceiling, and her best friend Morrie is as disappointed as she is. Along comes an opportunity when quadruplets need to be delivered. Morrie passed on this assignment, and Dorothy stepped up. Will Dorothy's large beak prove to be an advantage? Readers will enjoy this wonderful message. Different animals (and people) have a variety of skills. Managers such as General Stork need a bit of flexibility. I liked Dorothy's persistence to prove herself. Author Jeffrey J. Lefko told a great story. Illustrations by Sherrie Meliter are delightful." - Amazon Review of Morrie & Dorothy
"Morrie and Dorothy are awesome! We read this at night. It's story of friendship and where the babies come from -- the stork, of course! If you have young inquisitive people at home, try adding this pair of feathered friends to the nest."
- Amazon Review of Morrie & Dorothy
"I enjoyed reading this book to my two year old great niece. She delighted in the stork and pelican - and loved their names. We both were entranced by the story. It was easy for my great niece to understand and identify with. She loves nature, and while that captured her attention, she also grasped the underlying message of giving everyone a chance. Now she is is older and her younger siblings are loving this book. It's well worth the price and the story is timeless." -Amazon Review of Morrie & Dorothy
"We are gathering various children's books for our grandchildren and have not had the opportunity to read this book to the youngest. That said, Jeff Lefko has found a very clever way to communicate the importance of inclusion of individuals and families of different backgrounds. We will be including more books by Mr. Lefko in our growing "child library." -Amazon Review of The Families of Rhyme Time Street
"What a wonderful read! My boys had so much fun reading all the rhyming names! This book is such a fun and creative way to introduce kids to diversity, that it is okay to be different, and the importance of accepting one another the way we are, despite our differences." -Amazon Review of The Families of Rhyme Time Street
