New Year New Book!

After almost two years of conceptual development, I am pleased to announce the development of an amazing new book with the National Geographic Society.  While the actual title is not yet confirmed, the spirit and intention of this book is clear:  To create an instant classic for families with children ages 3-8 that includes favorite activities, stories, songs, poems and adventures.

This book is very special in so many ways.  First, it will contain all of the childhood wonders families from all over the world have contributed to create the book.  Second, over 100 children's illustrations will be shared from major artists to lesser known but wonderfully creative artists.  Third, included will be many of the best loved stories, poems and songs all children should hear, remember and hopefully pass down to the next generation.  And finally, we have included a guide to skills and learning for each activity presented in the book.  Working with Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Roberta Golinkoff we have incorporated their 6 C's to successful learning, adding an even greater level of information to  help parents use the book.

As part of this book's development process we are working with the Goddard Schools to help create a cover design, title, collect childhood wonders and field test activities. Goddard Schools administrators, faculty, parents and children will help shape this book over the next several months.  I want to thank each contributor for their insight and understanding of this project.  

Childhood is such a wonderful time, filled with moments that matter for a lifetime.  I hope this book will be a keeper of these important rites of passages for families and a guide to explore new traditions.   I look forward to continuing to share the development of this book.