Kristi Porter: 10 books

Intended for adults but family friendly, How to Tell When You’re Really Old - Funny Happens When Kids Define Old Age, is the result of hundreds of interviews with children ages three to twelve, who were asked to explain how they could tell when someone was really old.It began as part of a...

It’s amazing how little young children know about strangers and how to stay safe. And much of what they do know is incorrect, or simply intended to scare them.Kids want and need to know what to DO in dangerous situations, but are usually only told to what NOT to do. (Don’t talk to strangers; don’t...

Priceless Proverbs is the result of hundreds of interviews with young children ages three to twelve, who were presented with the first half of a famous saying or proverb and then asked to finish it themselves.It began as part of a larger class project by teacher Kristi Porter and the children of Happi...

Priceless Proverbs Book 2 continues where book one left off - with over one hundred additional kid quotes and illustrations. It is the result of hundreds of interviews with young children ages three to twelve, who were presented with the first half of a famous saying or proverb and then asked to finish...

Babies Come From… Where?!? is the result of hundreds of interviews with young children ages three to twelve, who were simply asked “Where do you think babies come from?” and allowed to answer freely, giving as much or as little explanation as they saw fit.It began as part of a larger class project...

**Short Story**True Story** Anyone that is married, or has a significant other will appreciate this true "revenge" story. Told with humor and pitch-perfect timing, Sweet Revenge is a laugh out loud story sure to be be retold again and again over the dinner table. Great for those moments...

**True Story**Short Story** Pedaling My Ass Off is a weight loss story... well, kinda. A short but funny story about an attempt to lose weight by bicycling. Anyone who has tried, & failed, to lose weight - especially by exercising - will appreciate this story. Perfect for a quick read. Includes...

**Short Story**True Story** Kids can take things so literally sometimes. Especially rules. In this short story one young girl tries hard to follow her mom's rules, but learns that some rules are better off broken. Every family has it's own unique set of "family rules". You...

**Short Story**True Story** A note from the author: "This is a true story. Like many moments in life, this story is much funnier now than when it happened. Let me just say.... Martini's and weed whackers don't mix. I say this from personal experience, having witnessed the outcome of one...

**Short Story**True Story** Kids often do things they know they shouldn't. And they all think they won't get caught. But this true story proves the adage - "It may not be today, it may not be tomorrow, but sooner or later....you WILL get caught." This fun read begins with a...