🩷 National Children’s Day was yesterday (2nd Sunday of June)! 🎉 Let’s celebrate with BIG HUGS for Kids! 📚✨🦩 Parents, join Kami, the Flamingo, on an epic adventure across America! 🌟 In each book, Kami visits three of her fifty state friends, sharing a cool move called BIG HUGS, which symbolizes something special about theirContinue reading “National Children’s Day!”
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National Eyewear Day + National Oklahoma Day
👓 National Eyewear Day – Embrace your glasses, YOU be YOU! 💖 Kids often feel self-conscious about wearing glasses, but it’s totally okay! 🌟 🎉 National Oklahoma Day on June 7! Did you know our Oklahoma character on the cover of Book 4 also wears glasses? 🎉 Tag someone who wears glasses! Discover more inspiringContinue reading “National Eyewear Day + National Oklahoma Day”
National Ketchup Day🥫
🍅 National Ketchup Day was June 5! 🍅 Check out this fun video of knights doing a The POUR at the AZ Author Book Festival. Did you know the largest ketchup bottle is in Illinois? 📚✨ Dive into more adventures in Book 3 by searching for Lisa Galdos on Amazon! 📖
June Birthdays🎂
🎉🎂 June Birthdays! 🎂🎉 Wishing everyone a fantastic and joyful birthday this month! ✨💖 AND… 📚✨ Price Drop Alert! ✨📚 Books are now just $11.99 (was $14.99) Activity Books are now $10.99 (was $12.99) 🗓️ Effective Monday, June 2 Let’s celebrate YOU! 🎁🎊
Payson Book Festival
📚 Coming up next: Payson Book Festival! 🌞 Escape the heat and dive into the world of books at the 10th Annual Payson Book Festival on July 19, 2025. Join us in celebrating Arizona authors and promoting literacy. Stay tuned for more info! 🦩🩷
Memorial Day
On Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who sacrificed for our freedom. Enjoy your day and remember their legacy. Fun fact: Memorial Day became an official holiday in 1971! 🇺🇸❤️🙏
National Road Trip Day
Celebrate National Road Trip Day with BIG HUGS for Kids! National Road Trip Day, celebrated on the Friday before Memorial Day, is the perfect kickoff to an adventurous weekend across America. This year, make your road trip unforgettable by diving into the “BIG HUGS for Kids – Learn and Move Series,” where every journey inspiresContinue reading “National Road Trip Day”
Meet the Author: Lisa Galdos
Meet the Author: Lisa Galdos I created BIG HUGS for Kids – Learn and Move Series to inspire kids ages 3-7 to embrace movement and self-confidence while exploring the wonders of the United States. As a two-time cancer survivor and a certified Health and Life Coach, this series holds a special place in my heart.Continue reading “Meet the Author: Lisa Galdos”
AZ Author Festival Book Reading!
Took this video of my book being read at the Arizona Author Book Festival! So fun!🩷 Thank you to everyone who came out and said hi🦩
Idaho Day! 🇺🇸
Tomorrow is National Idaho Day! 🩷🇺🇸 Did you know Idaho is featured in Book 1 of the BIG HUGS for Kids – Learn and Move Series? 📚✨ Check out “Kami Visits Connecticut, Georgia, and Idaho” by Lisa Galdos, available on Amazon! Just search for Lisa Galdos and dive into the adventure! 🚀 What’s your favoriteContinue reading “Idaho Day! 🇺🇸”
Activity Book Sneak Peek!
Sneak Peek Alert! ✨ 🦩🩷 Dive into the magical world of “Kamis Activity Book” with these exclusive teasers! 📚✨ From thrilling adventures to fun educational activities, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to be inspired and entertained! 🌟 Search “Lisa Galdos” on Amazon!
Happy Mother’s Day (Yesterday)
🌸 Happy (Belated) Mother’s Day! 🌸 I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day yesterday! Moms are truly incredible—they give so much of themselves every single day, nurturing, loving, and supporting us in countless ways. Their strength, kindness, and unwavering dedication make the world a better place. Let’s take a moment to appreciate all the amazing momsContinue reading “Happy Mother’s Day (Yesterday)”
Alphabet Magnet Day!
Happy Alphabet Magnet Day! 🎉 Explore the fun alphabet page on my website, under the resources tab. If you don’t have magnets to play with, print out paper versions instead! Let’s make learning fun for our kids! 📚✨ 👉 Start your alphabet adventure!
Reading Tips for Kids
🤗Reading Motivation and Reading Tips: Sharing tips for parents on how to make reading time more engaging and fun for their kids. Reading is a fundamental skill that opens up a world of knowledge and imagination for children. Here are some practical tips to make reading time more engaging and fun for your kids: CreateContinue reading “Reading Tips for Kids”
Teachers Day (tomorrow) 🩷
Tomorrow is Teachers’ Day! Let’s take some time to celebrate and appreciate teachers for all that they do. 🩷🖍️ Teachers’ Day is a special occasion dedicated to honoring the incredible contributions of educators worldwide. This day reflects teachers’ transformative and lasting impact on education systems and on shaping sustainable futures. From guiding students academically toContinue reading “Teachers Day (tomorrow) 🩷”
