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#32 — New Technology, My Children, and Me

#32 — New Technology, My Children, and Me

New Technology is everywhere! What can we do to prepare our children for a future we know nothing about?

PelicanFamily February 10, 2018 Child Development, Child Education, Early Education Activities, Education, Family, Living, Parenting Read more

#31 – Reading to Kids Makes Me Happy!

#31 – Reading to Kids Makes Me Happy!

When I share my books, I come away with feelings of exuberance and gratitude that I’ve had the chance.

PelicanFamily February 5, 2018February 5, 2018 Child Education, Self Published Books Read more

#30 — Rich Experiences = Brain Growth

#30 — Rich Experiences = Brain Growth

The Power of Rich Experiences “Children Learn Best Through Rich Experiences” said the time-faded newspaper clipping of an ad I had placed way back in the late 70’s or early 80’s. At that time I was running a small in-home

PelicanFamily February 4, 2016February 4, 2016 Child Education Read more

#29 — 5 Ways To Enjoy Your Life More

#29 — 5 Ways To Enjoy Your Life More

“This is your life. This place. This minute. Find the joy in it,” says this70-year-old retired teacher and children’s book author.

PelicanFamily October 7, 2015March 12, 2016 Living Read more

#28 — Create A Reader Friendly Home

#28 — Create A Reader Friendly Home

It is a universal desire of parents to want to help their children develop to the fullest. It doesn’t take a lot of money or a college degree to do this but it does take some planning and preparation and perseverance. It’s your child’s future. It’s worth it.

PelicanFamily September 14, 2015March 12, 2016 Child Development, Child Literacy Read more

#27 — “What did you do at school today?”

#27 — “What did you do at school today?”

Establishing a relationship of communication with your child allows you to check in on their daily experiences and feelings, encourage and support them as they learn to interact with the world, demonstrate healthy communication techniques and form an openness with your child that you’ll both be thankful for as you get older.

PelicanFamily August 24, 2015August 17, 2016 Parenting Read more

#26 — My child is too young for a book!

#26 — My child is too young for a book!

Just buying a book and sitting it on a shelf isn’t going to do a thing. What’s important is the interaction between you and your child as you read to him/her every day. Your child learns that reading and discussion are so important that the most essential and significant person in their lives takes time to sit down and do it with them.

PelicanFamily August 8, 2015March 12, 2016 Child Literacy Read more

#25 — Small Kindnesses

#25 — Small Kindnesses

Kindness can be one of the most powerful lessons we learn. Teach your children. Demonstrate to your family. When’s the last time you did something just because?

PelicanFamily July 12, 2015March 12, 2016 Living Read more

#24 — What Dads Do?

#24 — What Dads Do?

For generations dads have played an important role in parenting. What are some of the things a dad brings to the family environment? Read more to find out.

PelicanFamily June 26, 2015March 5, 2016 Parenting Read more

#23 — My Mama’s Hands

#23 — My Mama’s Hands

I’ve been thinking about my mother’s hands and all the things they did that were the foundation for my life. And so I share with you . . .

PelicanFamily May 8, 2015March 5, 2016 Child Development Read more
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  • The Pelican Family Counting Book

    The Pelican Family Counting Book

    Build your child's basic number skills while rhyming words help their beginning sounds too! Perfect for ages 0 - 4 …Read More »
  • It’s Sandcastle Building Day!

    It’s Sandcastle Building Day!

    Journey along with a family's fun-filled trip to the beach for a special sandcastle building day.Read More »
  • Telly’s Story

    Telly’s Story

    A positive story to teach friendship and acceptance of differences. Best for early learners - Ages 0 - 4 …Read More »
  • Kelly and the Scarf

    Kelly and the Scarf

    A story to help introduce your child to the ideas of empathy and giving. Ages 3 - 6. …Read More »
  • Stelly and the Sticky, Gooey Taffy

    Stelly and the Sticky, Gooey Taffy

    A quirky adventure exploring responsibility for our actions. Great for ages 3 - 6. eBook Version Click Here - …Read More »
  • Delly and the Beach Town Healthy Alphabet Challenge

    Delly and the Beach Town Healthy Alphabet Challenge

    Teach your child about healthy eating! A fun read for children ages 5 - 9. eBook Version Click Here …Read More »

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