Today we are delighted to speak with Joseph Cassis, known for his superb Squire With Fire children’s picture book series. In his third book, Squire With Fire—Disappearance of Luka, the unique white dragon Luka has the chance to use his newly discovered superpower (invisibility) to save the day for his friends and community. If you’re a parent or educator looking for an excellent way to initiate discussions with children ages 7 to 10 about sensitive topics—such as how to defend themselves from bullying—this story about a winsome dragon who’s discovering his own strengths is an ideal place to start. In addition, kids will discover how our differences make us all special. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Allison Olson
Mom’s Choice Awards is excited to announce another post in our interview series where we chat with the inventors, designers, publishers, and others behind some of our favorite family-friendly products. Hello, Mom’s Choice readers! Thank you so much for joining us for another interview with one of our amazing honorees! For this interview, we were able to speak with Allison Olson, author of the Mom’s Choice Award-winning book, “Surrounded by … Read More
Dropping Our End of the Stick
Ever play that tug-of-war game with your dog where you hold one end of a stick and your pet holds the other end in his mouth? Your dog loves this game and the longer and stronger you hold onto your end, the stronger your dog pulls his end – sometimes even growling as he pulls. Power struggles with our kids are the same game. But we can drop our end of the stick and end the power struggle. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Carolyn Watkins
We were able to speak with Carolyn Watkins, author of the children’s picture book, I Don’t Want to Move!! When Charlotte’s parents announce that the family is moving to a new home, Charlotte is scared. She does not want to leave her friends – go to a “silly new school.” Charlotte soon discovers what it’s really like to be “the new kid” in school and how to go from being the new kid to helping others adjust to their new school. Keep reading to find out more about Carolyn and her award-winning book, I Don’t Want to Move!! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Dannielle Pickford
For this interview, we were able to speak with Dannielle Pickford, Mom’s Choice Award-winning author of the children’s picture book Sydney the Sloth. Looking for a story to help your child improve their speech and learn to use the letter S? Sydney the Sloth is a fun, fast-paced dance story designed to support young readers as they begin to recognize and pronounce S sounds. Author Dannielle Pickford created this series after years of helping her child develop his speech sounds. On every page, discover new ways to use the letter S in speech and writing. Sydney the Sloth is perfect for readers aged 2 to 5, introducing important concepts that help children develop speech skills. Combining a fun narrative with engaging illustrations, this book offers a unique way for young readers to learn about sound. Keep reading to find out more about Dannielle Pickford and her award-winning book, Sydney the Sloth! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Dr. Neeta Bhushan
We had the special honor of speaking with Dr. Neeta Bhushan, author of the Mom’s Choice Award-winning book, That Sucked. Now What?! That Sucked. Now What?: How To Embrace the Joy in Chaos and Find Magic in the Mess offers insight, wisdom, and a practical five-stage framework to embrace the possibilities in chaos, normalize sucky human moments, overcome setbacks with grace, and help redefine tough moments to fly forward every time. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Judy Harmon Holmes, Ed. D.
We recently got the opportunity to sit down with Judy Harmon Holmes, author of the Mom’s Choice Award-winning book, Responsible Kids: 6 Steps to Creating Them in an Irresponsible World. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winners Noel Foy and Nicholas Roberto
Noel’s newest award-winning book, Are You a Bird Like Me?, is about the teamwork shown by a bird named Sky and her friends inspiring readers to believe in themselves and embrace the idea that differences are not dividers but ways to contribute to a common goal. This story is a reminder of all that is possible when we spread our wings and open our hearts and minds. Noel co-wrote Are You a Bird Like Me? with her son, Nicholas Roberto. Keep reading to find out more about Noel, Nicholas, and their award-winning book, Are You a Bird Like Me?! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Allen Brokken
We sat down with multi-award-winning author Allen Brokken to talk about his book, Wellspring of Life, book 5 in the Towers of Light Series! Wellspring of Life picks up where book 4, Armor of God, left off. Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan rescued their dying father. To save him, they must find the lost Wellspring of Life before it’s too late! Read More
Giveaway: An Instrument for Florenda
We’re giving away a signed copy of the award-winning juvenile book, “An Instrument for Florenda,” by authors Tomeko Brown & Christopher Smallwood, to 5 lucky winners! Read More