"Peaceful Thoughts opens parents and children to a reading experience where they can calmly connect with one another and explore values with each other. Robin's healing words toned by the gentle rhymes of poetry offer the rhythms of well-being that permeate the thoughts and emotions of both parent and child. Secure healing images in her art illustrations, calm the mind so that parent and child can cherish their moments in understanding life situations and discover their inner strengths together."

Dr. Darryl Pokea
Author, composer, professional speaker
The Mind-Body Connection for Health and Wellness

"Looking for a wholesome book that not only teaches, but entertains? This lovely illustrated, hardcover book, Peaceful Thoughts, is one that both children and adults will enjoy reading. It doesn't take much time to positively affect the lives of children today and reading with your child is just one way to do this. Lyrical rhymes help children lean about the treasures we have in life, love, friendship, togetherness and more while short and easy "lessons" or "tools" are included to encourage parents to start conversation and help children express their own ideas and opinions. This is a great book to help parents and children connect, something that seems to be lacking in today's society. With this book, expect to relax and enjoy some one on one time with someone special! 

Wee Ones Magazine, 
Jennifer Reed, Editor 

"Most children's books I see today may be fun, may be educational. Seldom do they have the element of parent and child learning that has the potential to instill a sense and love of peace into, dare I say, parent as well as child. When I came across a book for children and parents called "Peaceful Thoughts", I recognized that possibility. I think that kids would love the book, and more important, will love the interaction with the parent who reads it with them." 

Warren Redman, 
Author of "9 Steps to Emotional Fitness"

"A thoroughly delightful and inspiring "self-discovery" book, meant for children, ages four to ten. Simple poems about virtues, such as the joy of reading and enjoying humor are placed alongside inviting color illustrations and fill the pages of this engaging collection. Ideas for discussion and questions that can be shared with one's child round out this quality volume. Peaceful Thoughts is recommended for family and community library collections."
-Midwest Book Review

"The interactive book is a practical guide for positive thinking. A first glance at the cover evokes thoughts of peacefulness and relaxation. Each page has an appealing illustration, an inviting poem and a parent's guide. Questions direct children to thinking about each picture, their own experiences feelings and choices. Caring adults who affirm the values in the book can use it to help children establish self-control and positive attitudes."
-Betsy Lee, Ed.S. in School Psychology
Learning Ability Books

"A wonderful way for parent and child to learn how to talk with one another aboout the things that can shape who we become."
-Cindi Rosner Kelly, M.S.W., CSW
Clinical Psychotherapist

“There are 18 inspirational poems that are interactive for parents and their children. With each beautiful poem, you can both share your thoughts and feelings together. Besides being an encouraging book to display what your child may be feeling about a certain subject, the poems inspire talking, thinking, and a feeling of togetherness. This might just be the icebreaker you needed to get through to a misguided child. This book comes out a winner and a positive, healthy influence for the parent and child.”
-Lisa, Editor of www.bookreviewcafe.com

“A beautifully written and illustrated book about people, experiences and feelings. Thoughtful and playful, it is an experience to be shared and delighted in by anyone who cares about our planet and the children who live here.”
-LeeAnne Hansard, yoga instructor, parent

“What a great tool for the ‘hurried’ parent to slow down and discuss their child’s day.”
-Lynn Loo, elementary schoolteacher, parent

“A very refreshing and useful communication tool for parents, grandparents or anyone who has children in their lives.”
-Mary Lawder, parish nurse, parent

“A great way for parents and children to discuss the day’s events, issues of concern and even problems with school or friends.”
-Donna Butler, PTA president, parent


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