Twists, Turns and Teamwork

If you listen closely, you might hear mischief jingling down the hallway.

Not a bell, not a bounce, not even a marble dropped by mistake—it’s Martin Marble.

Martin isn’t just any marble. Bright and yellow, he’s always rolling toward his next adventure. One moment he’s tucked away, the next he’s tumbling into laughter and excitement.

In these pages, follow Martin through three merry misadventures:
• Twirling through tinsel in It’s Christmas Time, spreading cheer (and a little chaos).
• Bouncing into friendships in The Playdate.
• Zipping across the field in The Football Game, where teamwork takes unexpected turns.

So grab a cozy spot and get ready to giggle—because when Martin Marble rolls, fun is never far behind.

This book came to life through love, laughter, and encouragement.
To Austin, Tyson, and Lydian—thank you for showing me your way of learning. To the clowder who filled our home with joy—your “palm’s natural oils” live in these pages.
To the children, the “J crew,” and my family and friends—your imagination and belief made this possible.

Created across the traditional lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Huron-Wendat, and Fort William First Nation, under the Dish With One Spoon Covenant and the Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850.

To Jesus Christ, my saviour, source of all gifts..

To fellow educators and readers—this is for you.

And to you: may you always find adventure, mischief, and magic.