We’re giving away the award-winning book, Ten Powerful Things to Say to Your Kids, by author Paul Axtell, to 10 lucky winners! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Teresa Porath, LPC
We are delighted to have with us today Teresa Porath, LPC, the Mom’s Choice Award-winning author of Morgan and the I CAN’T Monster: My Mindset Matters. This licensed child therapist puts to great use effective techniques that help children understand the value of believing in themselves and their abilities. She emphasizes the importance of trying, again and again, rather than listening to the voice of doubt within, which she dubs the “I CAN’T monster.” Keep reading to find out more about Teresa and her wonderful book that shows kids how a healthy mindset can turn stumbling blocks into successes—a winning strategy that can last a lifetime. Read More
Giveaway: Calvin James Creates Picture Book Bundle
We’re giving away the award-winning children’s picture book bundle “The Colored Water Fountain” & “Christmas Sunrise,” by author Calvin James, to 10 lucky winners! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Erika Bird
We were able to speak with Erika Bird, developer of the MCA award-winning educational product, The Reading Game 2nd Edition! The Reading Game includes six beautifully illustrated story books, six decks of matching playing cards, & a Teacher and Parent’s Guide. The fun matching card word games with picture flashcards and content-rich storybooks can help ANY child learn to read. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Suchi Sairam
We were able to speak with Suchi Sairam, the Mom’s Choice Award-winning author of the children’s picture book Dancing Deepa. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Joseph Cassis
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