Today we are delighted to welcome back an old friend, Katelyn Ward, known better to some as K.R. Ward, author of the MCA award-winning Dog Love: A Picture Book for Dog Lovers. She’s here to discuss her latest MCA winner: Cat Love: A Picture Book for Cat Lovers. How do you show your cat you love her? In this helpful story, kids can follow along to learn all the ways to show their favorite four-legged friend that they care. It’s the perfect book for cat lovers everywhere! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Peter Cotton
Today we have a chance to hear from Peter Cotton, the internationally recognized medical pioneer and professor who, we are glad to report, has turned his considerable talents in retirement to writing books. This ex-Brit now lives on Dewees Island, South Carolina, creating wonderfully inventive books for children ages 3–8 about Fred the lovable snake and his companions. Fred playfully conveys good advice for young readers with easy-to-understand rhymes. Five of Peter’s books have won the Mom’s Choice Award, and reviewers have noted that the books are a great way to teach geography to kids. In the seventh book in the series, When Fred the Snake and Friends Explore USA-East, youngsters are taken on an adventure through the eastern United States. Let’s hear from the author about how he became involved in creating these popular books and what else may be in store. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Tim O’Neill
Welcome, Mom’s Choice readers! Our guest today is Tim O’Neill, who played football for the University of Notre Dame. He wrote an autobiography about being a walk-on for Notre Dame, then turned that into a Mom’s Choice Award-winning version for kids—showing what can happen when a person won’t accept the limitations others would impose. Read on to discover how and why that happened. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Jeff Orlowski
Welcome, Mom’s Choice readers! Today we’re fortunate to be able to get with Jeff Orlowski, author of the Mom’s Choice Award-winning book Heavenly Kids. The book features an angelic trio who help a struggling 12-year-old boy navigate difficult feelings and choices relating to his parents’ divorce. Filled with warmth, hope, and the transformative power of kindness, this middle-grade adventure will inspire readers to believe in the enduring power of love, friendship, and the quiet miracles that shape our lives. Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Aurore Colin
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. Welcome, Mom’s Choice readers! For today’s interview, we’re speaking with writer Aurore Collin, creator of the heartwarming children’s tale (and MCA award-winner) Fluffy Henri Loves His Family. This heartwarming tale, complete with illustrations that transport young readers to the beautiful … Read More
Giveaway: ‘OOPS!’
We’re giving away a copy of the Mom’s Choice Award-winning book, “OOPS,” by author Terrie Sizemore to 5 lucky winners! Read More
Giveaway: Little Turtle’s Kiawah Island Journey
We are giving away the award-winning children’s picture book “Little Turtle’s Kiawah Island Journey” to 3 lucky winners! Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Janice Pratt
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. Today we’re delighted to have with us Janice Pratt, yoga instructor extraordinaire and children’s book author. Her Mom’s Choice Award-winning book, Amaleigha Makes a New Friend, helps kids understand that friendship extends beyond borders—and that people from different places have … Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Makida H. Arshi, RN, BSN
Welcome to all our Mom’s Choice readers! Today we’re excited to speak with Makida H. Arshi, RN, BSN—who is both an author and a full-time nurse. She recently garnered a Mom’s Choice Award for The World Needs a Uniquely Happy You—a heartwarming and empowering children’s book that celebrates being true to one’s self and the importance of embracing one’s unique qualities Read More
Incredible, Award-Winning Books to Make Summer Reading Fun!
Looking for exciting stories to make summer reading fun for your little ones? Here are some of our award-winners that they’re sure to love! Read More