Jane Croxton
"The Gift" is a delightful story about Pandy, a young panda bear who is troubled because she can't figure out what to get Bumpy for his birthday and about the friends who teach her a lesson of love through gift giving.
Jane Croxton has achieved multiple degrees and certifications in education, receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Teaching from Millikin University and a Master of Arts Degree in Teaching from DePauw University. Jane has enjoyed over 20 years of teaching and interacting with young children in multiple school systems and states across the country. Her passion for literature and teaching character based education has been her speciality along with preparing children for a life full of possibilities.
Jane and her husband, Jim, have raised two boys and are currently living in Oregon, where she continues to be active in the education of children.
(Color illustrated book)
"Oh, Buttons, I think I have ruined Bumpy's big day." Pandy says sadly.
"What do you mean?" Buttons asks.
Well, I just couldn't think of what to get Bumpy for his birthday and now I don't have a present to give him. What am I going to do?" Pandy asks anxiously.
"Pandy, it's not about the gift you give, it's about the love behind the gift. There are many ways to show Bumpy that you care. Buying a special gift for him is one way, but, there are other ways, too." Buttons explains.
