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“…brilliantly crafts a story.
Book seamlessly integrates meaningful messages”

National Parenting Center

“Magical and unifying…
Unique and memorable”

Readers Favorite Award

“Heartwarming and educational book, which promotes diversity, kindness, and friendship”

Readers’ Choice

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Tip, an 8 1/2 year old boy, rides a commuter train each day. He meets up with immigrants, travelers and learns much about them. Some are carrying tote bags with their homeland delicacies. The book celebrates the diversity, customs, and morals of those he meets. Just what America needs now. Tip’s journey is filled with youthful buoyancy and innocence. It has thoughtful lessons. There are 23 special illustrations in the 60-page book. The book also gives the reader the chance to find some of the many objects on the train. The story speaks of the importance of learning about the world and paying attention to detail.

The main character is Thaddeus Isaac Pendleton, but because that is a mouthful, he is called TIP.

TIP’s Magical Journey, The Ride of Discovery and Inspiration was written to speak to the celebration of human diversity. The illustrations by an artist/sculptor capture the details that bring the story to life. The book was designed to create and develop conversations between parents and their children to help prepare them for the challenges of life. Each conversation sets forth wonderful advice to Tip. Parents can ask their child what they see in the incredibly detailed pictures. The illustrations in the book provide many talking points.

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Book Reviews

Judy Love
Judy Love
2023-11-12
A very special book by a compassionate new author! In this book, a young boy named Little Tip, finds answers to his inquisitive mind. It is a lesson in learning to understand the differences that abound in the melting pot of the world. Through Little Tip’s adventures on the train, Barbara Miskin incorporates compassion and education in each of these adorable vignettes. This book is a beautiful way to open the minds of our young to the way we would all like the world to be. I highly recommend it to parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers and anyone who reads to young children.Judy Herman, Therapist, mother, grandmother, great grandmother.
Jonathan Mishkin
Jonathan Mishkin
2023-10-21
A joy to read. A joy to read.Great stories to share with children.And great illustrations.
Linda Kaplan
Linda Kaplan
2023-10-19
A book that should be in every child’s library Tip’s Magical Journey captures the importance of children learning about the diversity of people that make up our world today. We can only live in peace if our children learn more about different cultures and traditions that enrich our lives. We can have many different beliefs but must learn to live together as human beings. This book is a gift to every child!
Susan Tadler
Susan Tadler
2023-10-12
Perfect for EVERY FAMILY As a retired educator, my hope is that this book will find its way into every classroom from kindergarten through 8th grade. The inspirational messages related through Tip’s train adventures should not be missed. Teachers can utilize each adventure to assist in creative writing, multi cultural activities, social studies, and art. The detailed illustrations can lead the reader to discover the hidden pictures that the author has asked them to find and thus becomes an interactive learning tool. Libraries in every town should have copies too so every family could have the opportunity to share in this magical adventure.I LOVE THIS BOOK! Susan T
Khe Bing Kho
Khe Bing Kho
2023-10-10
The world is connected by sharing the culture Tip's Magical Journey is for all ages....This senior grandma took the train ride along with the 8-1/2 year old Tip, mentally and emotionally. Having traveled the world, I reimagined and could taste each ethnic dishes again; being a Grandma, I experience my strong belief in sharing every culture with younger children, to awaken their root, to appreciate every culture and toward building a world of appreciation, and respect for each other. (KHO)
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Just keeping businesses honest with truthful reviews
2023-10-09
Great content and life lessons for your children! After reading this, I was left with the impression that the author publisher really dug in and extracted some incredibly valuable thoughts on living a great life! This will be a frequently chosen story off your shelf and a long lasting read over the years for your children...and for yourself.
Mary T. Del Pup
Mary T. Del Pup
2023-10-08
Tip’s Adventure in Kindness, Differences & Love. The Author, Barbara Mishkin, has hit the nail on the head writing this wonderful book. It opens many eyes and minds when looking through the adventures of Tip, the 8-1/2 year old boy.Kindness, differences & Love were all discovered and he did accepted everyone.It’s a fantastic book, congrats to Barbara. A book that our children, grandchildren and adults can read and enjoy. We surely need this in today’s world.Mary Del Pup
Penelope
Penelope
2023-10-03
The Wonders of Diverse Cultures & Sharing Core Values of All Human Beings! Beautiful! I have your book, Tip’s Magical Journey, and I’ll be reading it to our grandsons this weekend! You captured the wonders of different cultures through Tip’s journey and created meaningful lessons that children will understand. The bonus - Highlighting Philadelphia teams, too! Wonderfully done!Love the illustrations...Terrific!
carrie sharapata
carrie sharapata
2023-10-01
Tips Magical Journey "Tips, Magical Journey" is a delightful children's book that takes young readers on a captivating train ride filled with diverse characters and valuable life lessons. Written with care and beautifully illustrated, it is a perfect choice for sharing with grandkids and fostering positive interactions.The story revolves around a child who embarks on a magical train journey, where each encounter with different people from various backgrounds becomes an opportunity for learning and growth. Through the eyes of the child, readers get a unique perspective on the richness of diversity and the beauty of human connections.One of the book's most remarkable qualities is its ability to present complex topics in an accessible manner. The author skillfully weaves meaningful messages into the narrative, allowing young readers to understand and appreciate different cultures, traditions, and experiences. These teachable moments create valuable opportunities for discussions and reflections with children, promoting empathy and understanding.The illustrations and artwork are simply enchanting. Each page comes to life with vibrant colors, capturing the essence of the characters and their surroundings. The visuals complement the story seamlessly, engaging young readers and sparking their imagination.It showcases the power of kindness, respect, and open-mindedness, teaching children the importance of embracing diversity and treating others with empathy and compassion.
Amazon Customer
Amazon Customer
2023-09-30
Perfect Timing for a Kinder World In a time when the world seems to have forgotten there is something to learn from every culture, this beautifully illustrated children's book reminds us that the world is full of diversity ... and that very diversity is what makes it wonderful ...We need more messages like this ...Well done Ms. Barbara! Thank you for reminding us how the world could/should be ...Moira S.

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