Tag Archives: CHILDREN BOOKS

Mistakes, Magic, and Mindset: How Growth and Language Powers Great Stories

As an educator, I truly believe in the power of a growth mindset. Our brain is like a muscle—it grows stronger with practice and even through mistakes. As a children’s book author, my goal is to help kids believe they can achieve their dreams. In Bella’s Recipe for Success (with Geraldine Rodriguez, Beaming Books), andContinue reading “Mistakes, Magic, and Mindset: How Growth and Language Powers Great Stories”

TinyTales: Engaging Writing Craft for Young Minds

Welcome to Tiny Tales, Big Feelings, your go-to space for teaching Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and writing craft through diverse and bilingual mentor texts! Each episode brings SEL strategies and writing craft lessons—from expressive language and character growth to empathy and resilience—paired with inclusive picture books that inspire little learners to write with heart and creativity. Perfect for educators, parents, and anyone who loves empowering kids through stories.

Donna Barba Higuera – A Magical Musa

UNA NIÑA FILLED WITH MAGICAL STORIES Even as a child I made up fantastical stories in my mind. Simple interactions with friends or teachers where I’d been silent or awkward, I’d imagine instead I had responded with a booming, brave voice or with some clever speech. Or I’d envision a simple playground dust devil wasContinue reading “Donna Barba Higuera – A Magical Musa”