Tom-Tom and the Punch Bowl of Irish Moss

About the Book

Tom-Tom and the Punch Bowl of Irish Moss is a lively tale of a mongoose that lost his way and ended up in the dining room of a terrified family. The story is full of excitement as it details the adventures of a frightened creature. The story shows sensitivity to the creatures of the environment as well as how traumatized an animal can be when it loses its path and ends up in unfamiliar surroundings. It is an excellent tool for teaching young children how to interact with animals in the environment. It also incorporates literary techniques such as grammar and figurative language.

About the Author

Paulet Facey is a teacher in New York City. Her love for writing emerged while she was in high school at Mount Alvernia High, Montego Bay, Jamaica where she won Harmony in the Homes Competition twice. She is a graduate of the renowned Mico Teachers College. Paulet holds a B.Ed degree from UWI, Mona, Jamaica and a M.Sc. from Touro College , New York. Mrs. Facey has expertly blended reading strategies and nostalgic episodes in an artistic manner while using a contemporary approach, to provide enjoyment for young readers. Other titles include: My Family’s Feet, Loving AZee the Mean Bull, and Annie in the Wash Pan of Ripe Bananas. Together, all four titles make a fresh, awesome collection for Author’s Study.