James Beverly

The stories of these adventures are fictional and based on the author’s dog, Seamus the Sheltie. Seamus speaks a little differently than you and me. He and most of the animals in the story have a child like speech that only when talking to each other and is understandable to them. Seamus goes on many adventures saving or teaching the other animals lessons in being nice to each other.

The stories are sweet. Especially any of the stories that feature a little puppy that need Seamus help or comfort.

Sometimes the way the animal speak to each other, in a babyish talk, does confuse the brain.
I wasn’t a fan of the speech. The author does explain in detail why Seamus and the animals talk to each other way they do. It is (what I think) suppose to be really cute fails as you continually read some of the repetitive sentences.

All that being said I still did enjoy the stories and could feel the warmth that Seamus spreads. I think children will enjoy Seamus’ adventures.… (mais)

I admit that I was first drawn to this book having had Shelties for many years. But this is much more than just that.

Based on a real-life Sheltie, “Seamus to the Rescue!” is the third in the Seamus series of children’s books. A collection of stories, the events and situations are told from the viewpoint of Seamus and his animal friends.

This book could be read alone by a grade-school child, or it could be read by an adult with a child. The animals speak in a simple, clipped manner. The author refers to this as “Seamus-Speak”, and includes a glossary for understanding the animal’s speech.

Black and white illustrations depict the situations in each chapter. In addition, there is a section with actual photos of the real Seamus, and the author’s family.

An appendix gives a synopsis and discussion guide for each chapter. Included in the guides are the morals and values stressed and suggested questions for discussions.

James Beverly is degreed in children’s clinical psychology. He worked a lifetime with children and families. He is a parent and a grandparent. Now retired, James and Seamus plan to use their time on more adventures. There is a Seamus Fan club which offers many Seamus items, as well.

I wholeheartedly recommend Seamus to kids and their families,
to read together, especially.… (mais)

SEAMUS THE SHELTIE TO THE RESCUE! by James Beverly in an interesting Juvenile fiction about a Sheltie dog.It will capture readers rather young or adult. This is a wonderful way for parents to connect to their children by reading with or to their child. It will touch your heart,open your mind,and tickle not only your children but also you.Seamus is a wonderful family pet to say the least.This story has healthy values,show common sense,and show that life is full of scary challenges but with the right guideance you can make right choices.I would recommend this story to children and adults alike.It is a safe,fun story that will be pasted down for generations to come.This book was received for the purpose of review from Bostick Communications and the author and details can be found at Nightengal Press and My Book Addiction and More.… (mais)

James Beverly is a modern day Aesop with his endearing short stories of Seamus the kind and gentle Sheltie who guides children into the learning of life’s difficult lessons. In the Book More Tales (Tails) of Seamus the Sheltie, with the help of Seamus, children are exposed to topics such as, how to handle a bully, the illness and death of a loved one, stealing and its consequences, dealing with strangers, keeping yourself safe, and how to handle feeling different. Many of the topics addressed within these short stories are difficult ones for adults to approach with children but James Beverly uses Seamus as an ambassador to understanding. The stories are filled with Seamus’s friends, creatures, children are sure to come to love. The creature’s language, unique to the Tales of Seamus is sure to be loved by children, as they will feel Seamus and his friends come to life. Children will learn while listening to their family read the stories. This book is sure to increase the bond between parent and child or reader and child.

The beautifully detailed drawings by Anita Miles bring the characters to life. The drawings help young children visualize the story to a greater degree. A perfect addition to the book!

Included in this book are discussion questions for each story. These questions will help the reader guide children to a deeper understanding of the story and lesson. These questions encourage the reader and the child to talk about the topic(s) embedded in the story in a gentle way. Talking about difficult topics will make the child more comfortable and lead to them asking their own questions. Beverly also includes a summary of each story and the Life Lessons and Values each story addresses. This makes it easy for the reader to pinpoint the topics addressed and allows the reader to select the stories as needed. It is not necessary to read the book from cover to cover but allows you the reader to select stories appropriate for the child or children you are reading to. Children will certainly want to hear more, but this book gives you options. I loved that Beverly included this section! It is very reader/user friendly!

As a teacher I will be able to share these Life Lessons and Values with my students, through Seamus’ Tales. Many children often times don’t get this level of conversation at home. If every parent had this book, children would learn through Seamus how to be kinder and gentler to each other, the world would be a far better place.… (mais)