Connie B. Dowell wrote her first book when she was younger. She had time to think and plan and even get writers block. As a mom of two young kids, she no longer has the luxury of time. Yet she has still managed to publish two novels with more on the way. Learn her secrets for writing in the small spaces of time, tips for young writers, and what she wishes all writers knew. Connie's Website: http://conniebdowell.com Connie's Podcast: Book Echoes Listen here: About Connie Connie B. Dowell is an author of fiction and nonfiction for teens and young adults. Her fiction includes YA historical mystery, The Poison in All of Us, and YA heist comedy, The Orchid Caper. A former university writ
Kristin Johnson, author of "Ain't U Got No Manners?" wishes there was a think button to help people pause before they post online. Even without a think button, we can teach our kids to navigate the online space by stopping and thinking before they post. To learn more from Kristin, visit her website: www.kristinjohnson.net Listen to the podcast here: Kristin's Story Kristin Johnson is the author of “Ain’t U Got No Manners?” Kristin was homeschooled for several years. It was an interesting journey. She has always been a writer and writes many different things: screenplays, stories, fan fiction, articles, blog posts, etc. Kristin had worked on a manners book years before. Her editor was interes
When children have trouble behaving in school, or are unfocused or diagnosed with ADD/ ADHD, we often turn to medication and behavior management. Cheryl Meyer suggests that it may be the toxic load in our children that is affecting their ability to concentrate in school. Learn how to get the toxins out of your home in this informative episode. To follow Cheryl: CherylMHealthMuse.com CherylMHealthMuse@gmail.com www.facebook.com/cherylmhealthmuse Listen to the podcast here: When children aren’t healthy, they can’t learn at their full capacity. Getting the toxins out of our homes can improve their health and their ability to learn. Cheryl's story Cheryl had some health challenges. She overworke
Parents can struggle when they have active children who need to sit still. It can feel embarrassing, or like your child isn't doing what other kids seem to handle easily. Here are six things to consider when you want your child to sit still. Listen here: A listener wrote in with this question: My son is 2 1/2. When we go to the library in our area for story time, all the other kids seem to sit still. Not my son! He is running around and making noise. I feel like other parents give me the eye. He doesn't sit still at home either. What can I do? Here are six tips for parents of young wigglers. 1. Have realistic expectations Young children need movement. Make sure that you are asking them to si
