5 Steps to Growing Up a Confident Child
Confident Children As parents, educators and other concerned adults, we all want children to grow up and be confident, courageous and successful. Being confident is not a gift. It’s not built into a child’s DNA. Is not something that descends upon you, fully formed. No one wakes up one morning and discovers they are suddenly (thank goodness, it’s about time!)…
Overcome the Fear Factor: Networking for Introverts
Three Skills Introverts Can Develop Nothing strikes more fear into the heart of an introvert than the advice: Go forth and network to grow your business, get a job or just be successful in whatever endeavor you are attempting. I should know. I’m an introvert. Why Introverts are Naturals at Networking As introverts, we think that…
4 secret skills that kids need to succeed today
How to learn from failure Remember a major disappointment or failure from you own childhood? Trying out for a team or a group and not making the cut? Not getting included in a party invitation or missing out on a special occasion? Losing a friendship or a loved one? Bet you remember the details of…
Five Ways to Encourage Creativity in Kids
Tapping into the Creative Spirit Wonder how to encourage children to be creative? Do you find students are more and more dependent on adults and technology for inspiration and ideas? Here are five ways to encourage creativity in kids without breaking the bank: Play–Every kid (and adult) needs playtime. Much of our modern day life tends…
Top Ten Ways to Travel Smarter
People don’t take trips. Trips take people. ~John Steinbeck I love to travel. Every year I attend a lot of seminars and retreats. I speak at a lot of conferences. I’ve taken groups of high school students to Europe and back (didn’t even lose any)! Most of my travel involves business but sometimes I travel…
Lost?
If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll probably end up somewhere else. ~David Campbell Does this quote sound like you? Do you know where you are going? Do you feel like you are always busy but never get anything done? Do you have lots of lists but nothing to show for…
What is your greatest regret?
Is fear holding your back? In a book entitled, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, an Australian nurse, Bonnie Ware, who spent years caring for the terminally ill writes that the number one regret of her patients is this: I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me. What…
What Are You Afraid of?
Is fear getting in your way? A few years ago I consulted with Trish, an aspiring author. We originally met at an author event where she asked the question, “How would you go about getting a children’s book published? I’ve written a story and I’m not sure what to do next.” I worked with her for…
What Type of Introvert Are You?
Introvert or Extrovert? Do you wish you were someone else–personality wise? Introverts may wish they were more outgoing. Extroverts wish they were more calm and focused. In this series of posts on personality style, I’ll be sharing how understanding our temperament can lead us to celebrate our strengths and and stand in our own power rather than…
What People Say About The Wyatt Books
kind words from educators, parents, and kids!
"Going to kindergarten is a milestone for everyone and the beginning of the year is usually filled with excitement and angst. Wyatt the Wonder Dog addresses the typical concerns that most children have in a sweet and relatable way. Kindergarten really is fun!"
"Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Teamwork is another great example of helping kids improve their social skills. It teaches kids the power of working together and how much better we are when we work as a community"
"[Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Mindset] This book is funny! It's dogs doing things that only people do! I learned to try new things."
Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Giving is a delightful book that teaches kids (and reminds adults, as well) that generosity is possible no matter how old, young, rich or poor we are. This is a powerful message and an engaging story that every child will love.
~Jen McDonough, author of Living Beyond Rich
Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Friendship teaches not only friendship and making connections, but also how to become successful at problem solving. Great for school counselors, teachers and families. Bravo!
Sharissa Shatten~ School Counselor
Feeling left out? Need help getting along with friends? Wyatt the Wonder Dog Learns about Cooperation weaves important life skills into engaging story telling. Join Wyatt as he learns how to be the superhero in his group of friends by using cooperation and compromise.
~MaryFrances Gonzalez MACCCSLP
Have you ever had a friend that did some things that you disagreed with? Wyatt does and he doesn't know what to do about it. Join Wyatt as he learns that being honest with his friend is the best and only way to solve the problem. A great story!
~Lynn Hughes M.Ed. school counselor
If you've ever lost your lunch money or misplaced your favorite toy, you can relate to Wyatt the Wonder Dog. This adorable story offers simple, helpful ideas that kids and parents can use to make life less stressful and more fun!
~Erin K. Casey, author
