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BOOK GIVEAWAY – Summer 2023

BOOK GIVEAWAY – Summer 2023

Any one wanting to build their kid’s at home library?! This is for you! Kalifa Rodriguez Books has teamed up with 4 amazing children’s book authors to host an incredible Book Giveaway. ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN- 5 books for your home library! Simply submit the quick form to enter the drawing through midnight …

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Raising Inclusive Kids: 7 Tips for Fostering Acceptance of Medical Conditions and Disabilities

Raising Inclusive Kids: 7 Tips for Fostering Acceptance of Medical Conditions and Disabilities

As a clinical nutritionist working with people with various medical conditions and disabilities, I have seen first-hand the impact that acceptance and understanding can have on individuals and their families. It is important to teach our children about acceptance of medical conditions and disabilities from a young age. Not only does it promote kindness and …

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5 Children’s Books I LOVE: written by Black Female Authors

5 Children’s Books I LOVE: written by Black Female Authors

To follow up on my last blog post, in recent years, there has been a growing movement to diversify the children’s book industry, and one group of authors who have made a significant contribution to this effort are black female writers. In the video below, I will share with you five such authors and their …

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Expanding Horizons: Why Celebrating Black Authors During Black History Month Matters

Expanding Horizons: Why Celebrating Black Authors During Black History Month Matters

We’ve all heard the saying, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Well, this is why I decided to become a children’s book author: As a child who loved reading, I often craved stories with characters I could relate to, who looked like me or who had similar experiences or backgrounds as …

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The Mom’s Choice Awards Names Eating These Foods Makes Me… Among the Best in Family-Friendly Products

The Mom’s Choice Awards Names Eating These Foods Makes Me… Among the Best in Family-Friendly Products

I am honoured to announce that Eating These Foods Makes Me… has earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award®. Having been rigorously evaluated by a panel of MCA evaluators, this children’s book is deemed to be among the best products for families. The MCA evaluation process uses a propriety methodology in which entries are scored on …

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A Deep Dive Into Me & My Writing

A Deep Dive Into Me & My Writing

As part of my virtual book tour, I’ve been invited to do a few author interviews that provide potential readers with a deeper perspective on my writing and some background on who I am as a person. Being open and vulnerable has never been an easy thing for me to do but I’m happy to …

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Congrats! You’ve WON!

Congrats! You’ve WON!

I want to wish Heather and Julie from Ontario, Ca. as well as Genevieve from Alberta, Ca. a heartfelt congratulations on being randomly selected as the 3 winners of the Goodreads Giveaway who will be receiving a brand new copy of my book Eating These Foods Makes Me… There were over 300 entries, wow! Thank …

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BOOK GIVE AWAY!

BOOK GIVE AWAY!

Hi everyone, to celebrate my new book launch, I’m giving away 3 copies of Eating These Foods Makes Me…! Head to GoodReads.com and enter by February 20th for a chance to win! Click the link for details.

Why Diversity and Inclusivity Is Important in Children’s Literature

Why Diversity and Inclusivity Is Important in Children’s Literature

It was Multicultural Children’s Book Day last Friday January 28th and it got me thinking about how truly important diversity and inclusivity is in the books available to our children. In fact research shows that by the tender age of 2 years old children already start noticing social differences such as race. Diversity in children’s …

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