Children learn empathy with Flip Side Stories

Children (and sometimes adults too!) can have a little difficulty with learning that, while they are adored and loved, the world does not always revolve around them. How do you teach children compassion so that they will consider others’ feelings before they act on a whim? How do you get kids to think about the consequences of their actions, or … Read More

Maggie Van Galen’s fun and thoughtful story for families

When you were growing up, did your family members ever make up a story or two to entertain you? Maybe create a story to (perhaps) teach you one of those valuable life lessons they thought you needed to learn? Now, as an adult, do you look for those kinds of stories to help the kids in your lives? Then you’ll … Read More

UPDATED: Families love Papersalt books

Here at Mom’s Choice Awards®, we’re dedicated to finding and promoting quality products for all kinds of families to use and enjoy. Ironically enough, the company Papersalt™ shares almost the same motivation. The company made  family-oriented guide books their mission. As you’ll see, they pave the way in building quality content for families. Building and nurturing your family is the … Read More

IBPA Publishing University: Will I see you in Chicago?

The Mom’s Choice Awards will be in the Windy City! On April 26-27, 2013, I will be attending and speaking at IBPA Publishing University 2013. Many of our award-winners in the book categories are self- and independently published authors, so I am excited about the prospect of meeting MCA Honorees! I’m am also quite humbled to be part of a … Read More

Press Release: March Award Winners: Mom’s Choice Awards

Welcome Honorees & Visitors! We’re glad you’re here to meet our newest members of the Mom’s Choice Awards® family! Our monthly press release introduces you to award winning products and services that have EARNED our Honoring Excellence seal. Browse to find the best in family-friendly products, services, and resources for your children or yourself. The Mom’s Choice Awards® distinguishes itself in … Read More

Steve Burt – book writing ‘freak’!

SPOOKY! Halloween may be months away, but maybe you’re the type of person who enjoys some suspense any time of the year. If you’re the kind of person who likes a little mystery (but not too much scary!) you’ll probably find a friend in Rev. Dr. Steve Burt. In addition to writing Christmas story collections like A Christmas Dozen and … Read More

Kids have a bad dream? This Award-winner will help!

“Mommy! Daddy! I had a bad dream!” How many times have you heard that cry in the middle of the night? Like every parent, you jump out of bed then realize what can I really do to help! For most of us, it isn’t as easy as “go back to sleep honey, it was just a dream.” Relieving the anxiety caused by … Read More

From toy creator – to children’s book author!

A great number of our Mom’s Choice Award® Honorees and Distinguished Alumni start their journey with two things: 1) an idea, and 2) the motivation to make their idea a reality! Luis Rodriguez’s journey started the same way, too. His idea? A cuddly koala toy! What he discovered in his journey, though, is that cute plushy marsupial would lead him to … Read More