May Justus has 5 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 5 narrators. The most-rated is Toby Has a Dog and Other Books.
The Mail Wagon Mystery
Summary
An adventure awaited the six Murray children! They had been invited to stay with their relatives out of town while their mother recovered from an illness. Little did they know that an ancient feud, a charge against their uncle, and a mysterious stranger in the town would motivate them to unite as family and friends to unravel a mystery.
©1940 May Justus (P)2019 Steven Lerud
New Boy in School
Summary
Seven-year-old Lennie has just moved with his family to a new home. On his first day of school, at a time when racial integration in schools was new, he discovers he is the only black person in his classroom. With the gentle support of his parents and a positive attitude, Lennie finds solutions to his troubles. This sweet story is packed with great moral messages for young listeners. "May Justus (1898-1989) authored over 60 children's books, almost all of which were set in her home state of Tennessee. I am grateful that this talented writer left us a treasury of such delightful literature, and I am grateful that we can bring her books back to children. It's not surprising that behind such admirable literature is such an admirable woman. Not only was May Justus an inspiring school teacher, but she also served children with special needs, maintained a children's library in her attic for 20 years, and was a committed supporter of racial equality, losing membership in her church for her bold efforts to end racism." (Jenny Phillips)
©2018 Jenny Phillips (P)2019 Steven Lerud
Sammy
Summary
Sammy's mind wasn't on his work. He was thinking about something far away from this corn patch - about three things, to tell the truth. The first thing was a pair of new shoes that cost two dollars. The second thing was a pair of new blue britches that cost one dollar. The third thing was a blue-and-white striped shirt that cost one dollar. Four dollars in all. Sammy sighed deeply. Even his best shirt and britches were so patched up, they looked like a crazy quilt. Sammy's dream is to have new clothes for Last Day of School, for he has a special part in the program! He will sing and play his banjo in front of all the people. Sammy is a heartwarming tale of a little boy who dares to dream, works hard to accomplish his goals, and is blessed with kindness from others.
©2019 Jenny Phillips (P)2019 Steven Lerud
Susie and Lizzie Boxed Set
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Delightful writing and lovable characters fill this beautiful pair of books, set in days past in the hills of Tennessee. Susie and Lizzie each learn life-long lessons about the value of a giving spirit and the blessings that come from helping others. May Justus is one of the model writers that brought goodness into the world through her stories. Now we are proud to bring back two of her best works in a beautiful set to cherish for years to come.
©2019 Jenny Phillips (P)2019 Steven Lerud
Toby Has a Dog and Other Books
Summary
In the mountains of Tennessee over a hundred years ago, lived a young, creative school teacher named May Justus. Her students begged to hear her beloved stories, and she wrote them down and later published them. This collection features three of her much-loved books for young listeners: Toby Has a Dog, Lester and His Hound, and The Right House for Rowdy. Experience mountain life in times past through these engaging and beautifully illustrated books. "May Justus (1898-1989) wrote over 60 children's books, almost all of which were set in her home state of Tennessee. I am grateful that this talented writer left us a treasury of such delightful literature, and I am grateful that we can bring her books back to children. It's not surprising that behind such admirable literature is such an admirable woman. Not only was May Justus an inspiring school teacher, but she also served children with special needs, maintained a children's library in her attic for 20 years, and was a committed supporter of racial equality, losing membership in her church for her bold efforts to end racism." (Jenny Phillips)
©2018 Jenny Phillips (P)2019 Steven Lerud