It’s totally cliché, I know, but I’m saying it anyway . . . laughter really is the best medicine, especially when you’re raising kids. That’s because, as just about every parent knows, parenthood is the most perfectly imperfect job out there. Where everything that can go wrong usually will go wrong. But when life goes sideways, there’s no […]
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Adolescence is a time of tremendous change and growth. Preteens and teens begin to rely more on their peers than their families for support and identity, hence the increased need to “fit in.” They begin to shape their own identity through what they wear, who they hang out with, and what they do. And all
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Author and illustrator, Gabe Jensen shares what inspired him to write Neverwoof. Read along to learn what inspired Gabe to create this hilarious book. Like father, like son I tried to publish my first kids’ book when I was eighteen. My dad is a sci-fi author, so he was able to get an editor to
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Some parenting experts say that connecting with a teen is like trying to hug a porcupine. In other words, it’s just not easy. One-word answers, eye rolls, and shrugs might be some of the replies you are used to receiving from your teen on any given day. But if we encourage and receive active engagement
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Author, Tim j. Myers shares what inspired him to write Full of Empty. Read along to learn what inspired Tim (and his wife and co-author Priscilla) to write this story about a little girl who is in need of cheering up. Story about the story One of the reasons I love being a writer is
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Author, Dr. Carla Marie Manly, Ph.D., shares what inspired her to write Date Smart. Read along to learn how Dr. Carla created this guide to modern dating and building strong relationships. Dating pain points We all want a “happily ever after.” Regardless of gender, race, or age, finding that perfect soulmate—the ideal life-long companion—is often
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Author, Laurie Hollman, shares what inspired her to write Playing With Baby. Read along to learn how playing with your baby in the first year can enrich their learning for life! Does playing games matter? A baby hears her mother’s voice in utero, claps her hands a few months later, plays peekaboo over and over,
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Author, Brooke Jorden, shares what inspired her to write Next Stop Kindergarten: A Preschool Graduation Affirmation. Read along to learn why Brooke chose preschool gratuation as the subject of her newest book. Transitions Transitions are scary—even for adults. It’s always easier to default to the familiar, the routine. Going to school can be a major
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Author Michael Leannah shares his words of wisdom as an author, teacher, and dad of five. Read along as he explains the seasons of fatherhood and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Lessons Learned I am the dad in a family of five. The kids are now grown, and Gina and I are alone
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Author Liz Swenson shares her ten tips and tricks for new moms to practice self-love because you can’t pour from an empty cup! Liz’s book You Got This, Mama! is the ultimate guide for new moms full of tips, advice, and encouragement. It’s the book sure to help you through your baby’s first year and
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