Everyone learns by watching the world around them. Children especially find fascinating things everywhere! Stars, birds, workers, animals, and even rocks all give everyone amazing things to think and talk about. The short tales in this book invite children and their parents to get in touch with their imaginations and think about the wonderful world around them. "10 Tales to Talk About Vol.1" is filled with impactful topics and lessons – such as friendship, the desire to succeed, popularity, positive thinking, nature, and goal setting. These stories are certain to deliver fun, good dreams, and great conversations!

    When we were young, we could 'think-big' about our future goals and still have the time to learn more before we attempted to pursue our dreams. Success depended upon determination, attitude, and the personal pride that was typically found in the mirror. In the past, the majority of these characteristics were instilled into us from our parents, grandparents and the very good friends that guided our steps as we took our journey. 

Today, children from 8-12 years old spend on average, between 4-6 hours per day looking at screens! Teens average a whopping 7-9 hours per day staring at their devices. Even while in the same room, they'll choose their favorite social media rather than talking with each other. So where will will they learn those important characteristics . . . you or the internet?  

The short stories of 10 Tales to Talk About, are designed to get parents back in the game. Each uses an imaginative life event with interesting ideas which can easily generate conversations. Kids and parents alike will enjoy each short tale to 'Talk About.' Kids of all ages will discover that anyone can reach for the stars, but sometimes it may take a little luck, a leap of faith, or perhaps even a bit of magic to make those dreams come true.  

I invite parents and children to 'Start Talkin' with 10 Tales to Talk About. (vol.1) 

Titles and themes in this book include:

1) Counting Stars: (If you try and fail, don't stop trying! Success will eventually be yours.)

2) Licorice Sea: (With a dream and a strong desire to succeed, anyone can reach for the stars.)

3) Lucky: (The road of life may be harder if you travel alone. Bring friends along for the ride.)

4) Maggie's Magic: (Life can be magical when you have great friends and neighbors by your side.)

5) Popular Penelope: (What makes you popular? Is it your outer glamour or is it your inner glow?)

6) Rocks in My Head: (Even simple things can be amazing if you look closely and think twice.)

7) Think Big: (Goals are reached with effort and positive thinking. If you think you can, you probably can!)

8) What Works: (Everyone chooses that special tree to climb. What kind of worker shall you be?)

9) The Young Bird Sings: (Life can be scary. Facing the future sometimes takes a leap of faith.)

10) The New Zoo: (Every living thing on Earth is different . . . and yet, we all are so much the same.)

Enjoy!