Murphy Bear's Tennis Lesson

Murphy Bear's Tennis Lesson

Murphy Bear's Tennis Lesson

Murphy Bear's Tennis Lesson

Paperback(MAURA MOYNIHAN DBA MURPHY BEAR BKS)

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Overview

Murphy Bear's Tennis Lesson is not only an entertaining story but can be utilized as a basic guide to tennis.

Murphy the main character is feeling "blah" and is a little out of shape. He doesn't know how to make new friends. His dad signs him up for a tennis lesson. Murphy rides his bike and encounters a pesky pelican that follows him to the courts. Murphy meets Miss Angel Hare, the tennis pro. She is patient and encouraging but Murphy finds tennis quite challenging. The pelican circles the court and adds to his frustration. A surprising set back occurs but in his eagerness to meet new friends he keeps on trying to get the ball over the net. He realizes tennis is fun! After a few weeks of practice he is feeling fit and becomes a better player. He finally joins the team and makes new friends. His picture gets posted on the bulletin board for being part of, "Tennis the sport for a lifetime" "Fantastic Fun Forever Fit" Tennis tips are in the back of the book.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780615205632
Publisher: Murphy Bear Books LLC
Publication date: 08/01/2008
Edition description: MAURA MOYNIHAN DBA MURPHY BEAR BKS
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 7.70(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range: 2 - 10 Years

About the Author

Maura Moynihan is a writer, tennis pro, certified by the USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association), and a certified RYT yoga teacher. She attended LIU New York, graduated with honors - BS degree in Elementary Education and was on the LIU Women's Varsity Tennis. Maura was a USTA (United States Tennis Association) volunteer coach for her daughter and son's USTA teams.

She loved to write at a young age and was praised in school for her poetry and writing assignments. She joined the SCBWI (The society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) to further her skills. For many years she studied with the Tarpon Springs Writer's Group in Florida.

Maura adores the country of Ireland, where most of her relatives live. She is one of six children. As well as being an avid athlete, meditation, music and living God's word is part of her life. 'I can do all things through Him who strengthens me,' gives her direction and perseverance. Maura lives in East Florida with a fantastic family and a precious pug.

Lee Berzman, the illustator, is from southern California. He developed an interest in drawing and painting at an early age from his grandmother who was an accomplished artist. He was a cartoonist on his college newspaper, and had a weekly comic strip called "Campus Funnies". He is a graduate of UC Santa Barbara.

Lee and his family live in Florida. He works in sales and marketing, and continues to illustrate children's books. In addition to art and music he enjoys golf, tennis and various sports.

What People are Saying About This

Chris Evert

I read Murphy Bear's Tennis Lesson and thought it was terrific.

Vic Braden

I give Murphy Bear an "A". I like the contents and the drawings…….And it's all wrapped around "fun"! (- Vic Braden, School Psychologist, Founder of Vic Braden Tennis College, Author and Legendary Tennis Coach)

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