by Deedee | Jan 1, 2026 | Achieving Dreams, Author Advice, Make A Way Mindset, Parenting
As the calendar turns, there’s a collective desire for a fresh start. It’s as if the new year reminds us that life is full of possibilities and that it is never too late to begin again. For the past 4,000 years, people have been making resolutions—lists of...
by Deedee | Dec 11, 2025 | Make A Way Mindset, Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
December is like a snow globe—so beautiful, glittery, and magical on the outside. At the same time, it feels surprisingly heavy to hold. We are told this is the “most wonderful time of the year”. For many, it feels more like the most exhausting time of the...
by Deedee | Dec 1, 2025 | Achieving Dreams, Diverse Books, Make A Way, Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Searching for the perfect Christmas gift? This Make A Way Media gift guide is full of book bundles that nurture empathy, kindness, and hope. These gifts encourage kids and adults alike to dream big and help make the world a better place in the process. From inspiring...
by Deedee | Nov 21, 2025 | Diverse Books, Make A Way, Parenting
Why the message of Black Santa children’s books matters For some people, the idea of a Black Santa books feels unfamiliar—but unfamiliar doesn’t mean wrong. It simply means we haven’t seen it enough. Santa is a symbol of joy, generosity, magic, and...
by Deedee | Nov 20, 2025 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
We all want to raise kind, appreciative children who are aware of the good things in their lives. But how do you actually teach kids gratitude in a way that sticks? It takes more than simply reminding them to say “thank you.” True gratitude is an awareness...
by Deedee | Oct 16, 2025 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Most people think that hope is a fleeting emotion, something that comes and goes. In reality, hope is more of a skill. Hope is a lot like a muscle. We can strengthen and grow it. When we know how to grow and maintain hope in our own lives, we can bring hope to others....
