It's ChristMOOSE time...a MOOSE wonderful time for books!

Books make wonderful stocking stuffers!   You can place an order from now until December 17, 2015 to guarantee Christmas delivery!

~Place all orders at the bottom of this page~

About the Book- The Moose at the Manger

When Muse the Moose accidentally wanders off from her family, she becomes lost in the forest. She luckily finds a friend in Star Bright, the brightest star in the sky, who leads her on a fantastic journey. When Muse becomes The Moose at the Manger, she realizes her most important journey is yet to come.

Moose at the Manger Items 

Teacher's Guide with Answer Key 
 $8.00

Paperback Edition -
$8.00

                                                                                             

(Buy both the Paperback Edition and the Teacher's Guide for just $14.00)

Coloring Book (moose and crayons not included) -
$5.00

T-Shirts 
(Don't forget to order the right size!)
$10.00

Gift Set: 

Includes - 1 T-shirt, 1 paperback book, 1 coloring book

All for the low price of $20.00

3-D Edition (with glasses) 
$9.00

About the Book - Mark the Missing Moose

Jimmy was on cloud nine during Show and Tell when his classmates cheered for him and his best friend, Mark the Moose.  That happiness quickly ended when Mark went from being Jimmy's sidekick to becoming the missing moose. Saddened and angry, Jimmy didn't want to talk to anyone, not even his own mother.  His best friend was gone and he was all alone! When it was time for Show and Tell again, Jimmy didn't want any part of it until he heard what his friend Joe had to say.  Follow Jimmy as he discovers that opening up and letting others in can really help him out.

Mark the Missing Moose Items

Paperback Edition 
 $8.00

Teacher's Edition 
 $8.00

                                                                                                                        

(Buy both the paperback Edition and the Teacher's Guide for just $14.00)

About the Book - My Hero, My Ding

‘I awoke in the darkness listening to the sound of a jack hammer.  After a few moments, I realized it was me, the jack hammer, my heart.   Fear engulfed me and I remained still wondering why my heart was pounding so heavily in my ears.  Where was I?  The room was dark, and except for the throbbing of my heart, silence ensued.’

Even though they were hundreds of miles apart at the time, the message of her grandfather’s death reached her in a dream.

My Hero, My Ding tells the poignant story of Lisa and her grandfather and the overwhelming bond they shared.  You’ll find yourself captivated with love, and find yourself gaining a deeper understanding of life-lessons. Experience the antics that were shared and discover the respect and affection between two ordinary people with an extraordinary connection.

My Hero, My Ding Items

My Hero, My Ding Paperback
 $9.00

Teacher's Edition with Answer Key
 $12.00

    (Buy both the paperback Edition and the Teacher's Guide for just $18.00)

Place orders here: 

The Moose at the Manger Items

Paperback Book $8.00 USD Teacher's Guide $8.00 USD SET: Paperback Book AND Teacher's Guide $14.00 USD Coloring Book $5.00 USD T-shirts $10.00 USD GIFT SET: 1 T-shirt, 1 Paperback Book, 1 Coloring Book $20.00 USD 3-D Edition with Glasses $9.00 USD

Size for T-shirt

None Adult - Small Adult - Medium Adult - Large

Name on Autograph

E-mail for Teacher's Guide

Mark the Missing Moose Items

Paperback Book $8.00 USD Teacher's Guide $8.00 USD SET: Paperback Book AND Teacher's Guide $14.00 USD

Name on Autograph

Email for Teacher's Guide

My Hero, My Ding Items

Paperback Book $9.00 USD Teacher's Guide $12.00 USD SET: Paperback Book AND Teacher's Guide $18.00 USD

Name on Autograph

Email for Teacher's Guide

Please Note: When ordering a Teacher's Guide, please include your email address for the delivery of the PDF files. Thanks!

Questions or Comments?  Special Orders? Contact me at

lisatortsbook@ameritech.net

My First Cubs Game!

With the Cubs winning the National League Division this week, thoughts of my grandfather are floating in my head.  I still remember my first Cubs game as if it were yesterday.  Here are some highlights taken from My Hero, My Ding.

The Cubs

Like many big cities, Chicago has two major league baseball teams. Typically those who live on the north side favor the Cubs and those from the south side like the Sox. If we went strictly by location, we would have been Sox fans, but seeing as Grandpa and I were rarely found to be typical in any way, we were both ardent Cub fans. Not surprisingly, it was Grandpa who took me to my first Cub’s game at Wrigley Field.

That year one of my favorite players was first baseman Bill Buckner, so when Grandpa got us (Grandma, my mom, and sister) seats along the first baseline I was thrilled! Watching the Cubs warm-up, standing for the National Anthem, cheering at the starting line-up all added to the excitement. Add to these highly impressive events the hawking of great culinary delicacies of hot dogs and peanuts by the vendors and you couldn’t have set up a more perfect afternoon.

The excitement mounted when Dave Kingman was up to bat just as we found ourselves in need of a run to put the Cubs ahead. If any Cub could hit a homerun at this time, it was Dave Kingman, and he surely didn’t disappoint his fans. CRACK! My eyes tried to follow the line drive as we all jumped up from our seats watching the ball glide perfectly over the left field wall. The clamor of cheering fans was in my ears as Kingman rounded the bases. Not until home plate was reached did people begin taking their seats again. It was then that I saw stars and they were not from the reverie of the day’s thrilling events thus far. I sat down hard just as one would when expecting a chair to be there to catch you. Just then … another CRACK! This time it was not the sound of a baseball connecting with a bat but of my head to the bottom of the seat. (What I didn’t know, but quickly learned, was that the seats at Wrigley Field popped up into the “closed” position when vacated.) My tailbone made a direct connection to the concrete below and my head hit the bottom of the chair with on-spot precision.

The startled man seated directly behind me quickly jumped up to see if I needed assistance. Right at that moment I felt more embarrassed than anything else. Grandpa and the rest of the family thanked the man for his offer of help as I sheepishly sat back in my seat for the remainder of the game. The results: My head had a small bump for awhile and my tailbone hurt for months. I still have lower back problems which probably started with this dingy move over 30 years ago. But the most important part. … CUBS WON! Through all my embarrassment and pain, would I trade this experience for anything in the world? Never!

© 2010 My Hero, My Ding

(Stay tuned for Part Two)

Our Moo is in the News!

Gene Cittadino and his granddaughter, Lisa Tortorello, were two peas in a pod, best friends, soul mates, and partners in pranks. Although their ages set them apart, their minds seemed as one. In fact their relationship was so beautifully spectacular that Lisa awoke from a dream knowing he was passing, although they were several hundred miles apart at the time. Their minds were melded as one, thus cascading a clairvoyant message, momentarily, across the country.

Gene was a WWII veteran and local businessman. For thirty years (from about 1961 to his passing in 1991) he owned and operated Deno’s Jewelry at 18053 Torrence Avenue in Lansing, Illinois. Lisa grew up in Chicago, but she and her sister spent much time at Grandfather’s store, her first job, where customers might come in to find them playing pranks on each other. Customers also noticed they would affectionately jokingly call each other “Ding”, short for ding-a-ling. That was part of their fun. Lisa learned many valuable lessons from her grandfather, such as: Always make time to have fun; even mundane tasks can be made fun; and memories are a precious gift.

After Grandfather passed away, Lisa began taking notes, writing down in notebooks chronicling all the silly, fun times they had together. She continued this for several years, but not until 2008 did her ‘eureka moment’ hit, when she said, “I think I really have something here.” She then developed her notes into a manuscript. In 2009, she researched Tate Publishing on the internet and with the Better Business Bureau.

Click link to read the rest of the article-
http://www.shoppersource.com/articles/2013/11/19/columnists/bradley/111313-bradley.txt

Thanks Kevin for such a fine article! It definitely gets our seal of approval!

A Unique Gift (Without Antlers)

Father's Day is June 16th.  

Looking for something unique to give your dad or grandfather this year?  How about a personalized autographed copy of our Moo's book

My Hero, My Ding - A Memoir of a Girl and Her Grandfather!  

(Even though it's not about moose, it's a great read!)

Here is what others have said -

"This is a touching memoir that is engaging, enlightening, and a testimony to the lifetime influence that grandparents can have on their grandchildren. America needs more books like this --- in families, in churches, and in schools."  Tom McQueen, Author

"My Hero, My Ding is a sweet memoir of the precious relationship between Lisa and her grandfather. It is filled with priceless memories of the special times they shared together. Lisa and her "Ding" had a special bond that could only come from the endless hours they invested in one another. Sometimes, I even wondered...were they ever apart?

Reading through Lisa's memoir brought back warm memories of my own grandparents; the time, energy, and love they chose to invest in me. In fact, in several ways, "Ding" reminded me of my dear Grandpa Mac. They both shared such childlike qualities.

My Hero, My Ding is a good read, and I especially recommend it to all grandparents. Let this book shed light on the beauty that a relationship between a grandparent and a grandchild can bring."
Lisa Suggs Author of -Choices

"My Hero, My Ding" by Lisa A. Tortorello, a memoir of a Girl and her Grandfather. In this heart warming, endearing and life-touching story this Author shares her most treasured memories - times with her Grandfather. Although he became a jewelry maker and jewelry store owner, he gave her a rare gem, time and love, more precious than any of the jewels he had made. She found a rare treasure in their relationship - a treasure that would last a lifetime. These cherished memories etched a portrait in her life of not just a grandfather, but a hero. He left behind for her a treasure worth far more than gold. This book will touch your heart and reflect to other families to not let disagreements weigh you down, but perhaps be lifted by the spirit of love, that we can all possibly be the "hero" in the lives of those we love."  
Ren. R. Royal, Author

Ordering is easy...and shipping is only $1.00 per book.

Just click HERE and then click the link at the side panel on the page.  Be sure to let me know the special message you want included!

http://lisatortorello.blogspot.com/

Problems or questions?  Email me at lisatortsbook@ameritech.net

I love to READ and I love FREE...so I put the two together this month just for you!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Place an order today!

Books, coloring books, and t-shirts all ready to ship for $1.00 per item! 

Be sure to include your email address so I can send you your Teacher's Guide/Teacher's Companion FREE!

Just click HERE to place an order!

For more information you can email me directly at lisatortsbook@ameritech.net

7-6-5 You won't believe your eyes!

Christmas in July Blow-Out Sale!

Starts today and continues through July 31, 2012!

Ordering is easy...Just use the "Christmas in July Sale" pull down menu at the end of this post!

PAPERBACK NOW ONLY $7.00 (plus S&H)

'I awoke in the darkness listening to the sound of a jack hammer. After a few moments, I realized it was me, the jack hammer, my heart. Fear engulfed me and I remained still wondering why my heart was pounding so heavily in my ears. Where was I? The room was dark, and except for the throbbing of my heart, silence ensued.'

Even though they were hundreds of miles apart at the time, the message of her grandfather's death reached her in a dream. My Hero, My Ding tells the poignant story of Lisa and her grandfather and the overwhelming bond they shared. You'll find yourself captivated with love, and find yourself gaining a deeper understanding of life-lessons. Experience the antics that were shared and discover the respect and affection between two ordinary people with an extraordinary connection.  

To read what other have to say about My Hero, My Ding Click Here

BOOK NOW ONLY $6.00 (plus S&H)

COLORING BOOK NOW ONLY $5.00 (plus S&H)

When Muse the Moose accidently wanders off from her family, she becomes lost in the forest. She luckily finds a friend in Star Bright, the brightest star in the sky, who leads her on a fantastic journey. When Muse becomes The Moose at the Manger, she realizes her most important journey is yet to come.
To read what others have to say about The Moose at the Manger Click Here

Remember you can always order books directly from Tate Publishing  Amazon.com, or BarnesandNoble.com

Now Playing...WJOB Interview

Click video to hear our Moo's interview!

THANKS WJOB!

(Mention this interview when placing an order and receive a bonus gift!)

Welcome Benjamin!



Chris

I am Chris, the main moose, and I just had to take a moment to welcome the newest member of our family.  I'd like you to meet Benjamin!

Benjamin

Hi! I'm Benjamin and I am soooooo happy to be here in this family!  I spotted the lady called "Moo" while she was walking through a store. Right away my antlers started to twitch.  I was getting a message that I should call attention to myself, so Moo would take me home.  So...when she passed me by on the shelf, all she heard was, "Psssssstttttt!"  She looked around and I waved at her with my big front paw.  After that it was moose at first sight. 

The lady that I now lovingly call Moo looked me over to make sure I was a true "family member" and then off we went.  After paying for my "birth certificate" at the check-out counter, she buckled me in the car and we headed to my new home...Chris' house.

I've only been here a few days, but I already LOVE it here.

Tonight, it's my turn to read before bed...I am reading our Moo's very first book,

My Hero, My Ding.

I heard great things about it and I can't wait to read the fun stories about her and her grandpa!

Benjamin getting ready to read
to some of his new brothers and sisters!

It's good to be a moose!