As a gift to my lovely newsletter subscribers, this year I’m giving away free inspirational 6×4 prints each month. I sent these original quotes of mine to the talented Kertu of Little Star Prints who turned them all into beautiful designs – don’t you love how cheerful and unique they all are?! Perfect to print and… {read more}
Resources + Reviews
10 Fun Toys that Help Kids Appreciate Differences
Children learn about the world through the objects, experiences, and relationships they are faced with. If we want them to appreciate diversity around the world and learn that differences are a beautiful part of the human family, then there are many ways we can expose them to this idea. I’ve rounded up 10 excellent gift… {read more}
10+ Board Books with Positive Messages
Oh how much I have loved reading to my babies. Isn’t it just delightful when they start learning to turn the pages and can identify some of the pictures on the pages? Here are some of my favourite board books for babies and toddlers, all featuring positive, uplifting messages that both children and parents will… {read more}
6 Family Movies with Discussion Themes for Kids
“Can we pleeeease have a movie night?” It’s a question I asked myself as a child, so why would I expect any less from my own kids? I have to admit, though, as an adult I love a family movie night (or, afternoon, I should probably more accurately call it) just as much as the… {read more}
Review: Virtue Seeds Activity Books
I am so excited to share a new resource with you today! Virtue Seeds activity books were created by Elaheh Bos, the co-author and illustrator of my storybook Mason’s Greatest Gems, whose mission is to create tools that guide, nurture and inspire change and growth. These beautiful books are filled with age-appropriate activities to teach good character…. {read more}
5 Colouring Books with Positive Themes
If your kids are into colouring (or you are interested in what mindful colouring can do for your family) then here are some fun colouring/activity books to try that also share positive themes. **Amazon affiliate links are included for your convenience My virtues: Coloring book is a great first colouring book for young kids that helps you… {read more}
Review: What’s Under Your Cape? Superheroes of the Character Kind
Affiliate links are included in this post. What’s Under Your Cape?: Superheroes of the Character Kind is a guide by counselor and character coach Barbara Gruener to help elementary teachers infuse virtues, values, and positive character traits into the habits, routines, and culture of their classrooms. Complete with personal anecdotes, song suggestions, activities, hallway… {read more}
Review: Activities + Music to Build Character, Social and Emotional Skills
Happy Kids Songs were created for building character and social and emotional skills for kids ages 4 to 8 years old. The songs are super catchy and fun to listen to (great car music!) – you can listen to some samples via this page. The creator Don MacMannis – also known as Dr. Mac – is a… {read more}
