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Barbara Techel is the author of the multi-award winning Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog book series. When her dachshund, Frankie, suffered a spinal injury, Barbara had her custom-fitted for a wheelchair. Frankie persevered, and Barbara realized the beautiful opportunity she had to share Frankie and give others hope and inspiration to be the best they can be. Along with sharing Frankie’s story with children, Barbara and Frankie routinely volunteer as a therapy dog team at a local hospital, senior assisted facility, and hospice community, spreading joy wherever they go.
Showing posts with label children's activity books. Show all posts
Showing posts with label children's activity books. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog Coloring & Paper Doll Activity Book a Hit with Young Kids

Thank you, Susan for sending my mom and me these delightful photos (below) of your grandkids, Ally and Nathan (8 and 9), enjoying Frankie's coloring and paper doll activity book. As you can see, dear readers, the "doll" is actually me!  Complete with my wheelchair and many outfits you can dress me in.

To purchase your copy of my new coloring and paper doll activity book visit our website, Joyful Paws today. It's on special through Dec. 24th, 2011!

Here I am in my train costume that I won 1st place for in a contest!  Good job Ally and Nathan!

Decked out in my pink bandana and doggie sunglasses! Love it, Ally!

Here I am as a Packer dog!  Thanks, Nathan!

Me as Mrs. Claus!  Merry Christmas Nathan, Susan and Ally!
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Thursday, September 1, 2011

September Special!

With the purchase of every Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog Coloring and Paper Doll Activity Book receive a FREE "Be PAWSitive and Keep on Rolling!" silicone bracelet.


Three Books In One!
It's a story book based on the award-winning book, Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog (shorter, condensed version- perfect for younger children), pages to color along to the story, plus real photos of Frankie, and to top it off, a Frankie Paper Doll (dog) complete with her wheelchair to cut out, along with many of her favorite outfits you can dress her in.  52-pages of fun and inspiration!
(bracelet will automatically be added to order, so no need to put in special code)

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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Coming Soon! Frankie Coloring and Paper Doll Activity Book

I'm so excited to announce that a new Frankie product is just around the corner!  To be released June 2011: Frankie Coloring and Paper Doll Activity Book.

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A PAWSitive Coloring and Paper Doll Activity Book based on the popular children's book by Barbara Gail Techel.

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Back Cover: Remember, kids, what I always say: Always be positive, make a difference, and keep on rolling! Color along with the story of how I learned this lesson, and dress up my paper doll when you're done.

Stay tuned to my blog for release date, or sign up on my website to receive updates via email.


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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Frankie's Activity Book On Sale!

I love a good bargain, don't you? Mom just bought me this really cool pumpkin sweater that was 75% off... WOW!

So, I want to have a sale too on my activity book... I know times are tough, so I want to help out where I can.

Now through December 25th my activity book is only $8.00! Normally it is $11.95. PLUS it is only $3.00 for shipping of 1-2 books.

Great time to stock up for those cold winter nights or rainy days.
**A portion of all book sales is donated to disabled animal chairities**

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Friday, November 6, 2009

FREE Frankie, the Walk 'N Roll Dog Coloring Page & More!

I love Friday's... well, OK, I love everyday cause I have a great life! But anyways, I wanted to give you a special gift because I love having you as my friends!!

So here is the link to download a Frankie coloring page AND Frankie word search puzzle. Be sure to print the coloring page out on a 8.5 x 14 legal size page so you fit me all on the page!!

Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the gifts... and oh, that's right. Mom reminded me to have you also check out the special we are running!! My activity book is just $8.00 through the holidays! Normally it is $11.95.

Please feel free to share the link above with your friends too!!

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Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Frankie's Activity Workbook Now Available as E-Book!


Whew, my mom sure keeps me busy... well, ok, she does let me have lots of naps too.
I'm excited to announce my activity book is now available as a E-book! How cool is that? All you have to do is go to our website store, and add the E-book version to the cart. Once you purchase it, the computer does all this behind the scenes fancy work, and with the shake of a dachshund's tail, you get an email notice in your inbox and you can instantly download my E-book. You can print all at once, or print one page a day to do as a fun activity.
Enjoy & have fun!!





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Thursday, May 14, 2009

Pre-order Your Frankie Activity Book TODAY!


Hey friends! You can pre-order my activity book and it will be here just in time for summer fun! You can take this 28-page book everywhere you go! It is filled with crossword puzzles, word searches, mazes, coloring pages and MORE! It goes hand in hand with my book, Frankie, the Walk 'N Roll Dog and teaches you to:

Always be positive!
Never give up hope!
Be compassionate!
Follow your heart!
Treat others with kindness!
Believe in yourself!
Be an inspiration to others!
Choose happiness!

So pre-order your copy today! Will ship on or around June 6th, 2009. And remember, always be positive and keep on rolling!


Monday, May 11, 2009

Sneak Peak at Frankie, the Walk 'N Roll Dog Activity Book



Hot-diggity dog! My activity book is almost done!! Then it will go to the printer. Arf-a-roo! Here is a sneak peak of the cover and the back. I hope you like it. It will be 28 pages of crossword puzzles, mazes, coloring pages, etc. It will be loads of fun! Stay tuned for details onwhen you can order it. You can click on each image above to make it bigger.














Monday, April 13, 2009

Frankie Activity Book Coming Soon!!

Okay, time to announce my fun activity book which should be available in June 2009. I have to take fewer naps to be sure and get this done for all of you!
Our friend, Joy, over at Books Go Beyond Reading wrote about my new activity book, so be sure and check it out. Thank you, Joy!! You are the best!!