National Happiness Happens Day has occurred on August 8th every year since 1999 as an awareness day to promote and boost happiness in all forms. From cherishing the things we already have to the appreciation we give to others, this day is all about letting happiness flow in all directions by smiling more and encouraging positivity in our everyday lives.
Social Emotional Intelligence & Child Development: Why the Early Years are So Important
As parents, when we tell our kids to always be smart, we don’t just mean that they should pay attention and get good grades in school – that’s only one part of the message. What we really mean is that our children should think with their hearts just as much as their minds. Or in other words, it’s not what
What Young Kids Can Learn From Children’s Books
Nowadays, children don’t often read for fun. They’re almost always watching television shows, playing video games, or using their smart devices. In fact, Pew Research Center observes that the percentage of children who read for fun is at its lowest point since the 1980s. Only four in 10 children said they read on their own and about 16% of children
Taking Care of Our Planet’s Underwater World – The Aquatic Plants of our Oceans
Our oceans make up over 70% of our planet, so when we celebrate Earth Day every April 22nd, we’re not just taking the time to appreciate and bring environmental awareness to the nature that we have and enjoy on land, we’re also doing it for the plants and animals in our oceans too.
Christian Mother & Author Lisa Caprelli: Teaching our Kids Virtue Through Impactful Stories
Lisa is a prime example of how God works in the life of one who dares to get out of the boat to “walk on the water”, and God’s grace flows when one obeys His word and teachings.
Celebrating Earth Day 2022 With 10 Ocean Animal Books
On April 22 and 23, 2022, billions across the globe will observe the largest secular calendar day in the world: Earth Day.
Top 5 Most Influential American Women in Music
This past Women’s History Month 2022 focused on the theme of healing and providing hope to others. While healing comes in many forms, there is no question that music is known to not only bring cheer but also remedy emotional wounds.
Sycamore Magnet Academy School Author Visit in Orange County, California
The city of Tustin, California, is receiving a fun and engaging school visit with books, stories, music and entertainment led by Unicorn Jazz creator, Lisa Caprelli, to Sycamore Magnet Academy on Friday, April 22nd, 2022.
Wild About the Alphabet Book with Author & Illustrator Mike Crowder
From Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Mike Crowder is the author and illustrator of “Wild About the Alphabet…!”, a children’s picture book about animals that is cleverly disguised as a book about the alphabet.
Fantastic History – 5 Beautiful Myth & Legend Animals
These five fabulous creatures make our list of the most beautifully told legends not just for their physical beauty, but for what they stood for as symbols throughout human history and for the things that come to mind when we think about them.