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Celebrating Creativity and Determination

Social Justice/Mental Health/Neurodiversity

Walking on Eggshells book that includes an egg breaking and the yolk falling in the background

Ages 14 & Up This hi-lo novel for teens tackles the topic of mental illness and recovery as a culinary arts high school student grapples with a new reality after a first episode of psychosis threatens the life he’s known and wants.

Cover of Firebreak book showing teens protesting with imagery of fire in the background

Ages 14 & Up This hi-lo novel for teens tackles the topics of learning disabilities, ageism and genocide as an insecure high school student turns reluctant activist.

What are Psychotic Disorders? book by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 6 & Up This hi-lo non-fiction book for teens and grown-ups teaches about psychosis, how it affects everyday life, and treatment options that can help people with this condition lead more productive lives.

The Invitation picture book by Jennifer Phillips

Reading Level 3 In this picture book about neurodiversity and friendship, Izzy is eccentric and stands out from her classmates. Kofi is new to school and wants to fit in. When he gets an invitation to Izzy’s party, he’s not so sure he should go.

Biographies for Kids

Robert Wadlow children's biography by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 2-5 This children’s biography tells the story of Robert Wadlow, who learned to cope with unusual growth from an overactive pituitary gland.

Girls Research biography by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 4-6 The 56 scientists featured in this book broke barriers, made life-changing discoveries, and forever transformed the world.

Elijah Lovejoy children's biography by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 5 & Up This book tells the story of Elijah Parish Lovejoy, who used his newspaper two decades before the Civil War to call for an end to slavery.

Nina Kosterina biography by Jennifer Phillips

Teen & Older Readers Nina Kosterina was born in a revolutionary camp as the Bolsheviks took over Russia in the 1920s.

Activity Books for Kids

Paper Artist craft book by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 3-9 Paper is not just for drawing! Budding artists use paper to create everything from lanterns to picture frames. Simple, step-by-step instructions and big, full-color photographs help readers maximize their potential.

Picture Perfect craft book by Jennifer Phillips

Grades 4-8 This how-to book is jammed with DIY accessories to brighten your closet! Hook up the selfie stick to shoot the most glam scarves, belts, and hats as you accessorize yourself.

Find Inspiration, Get Unstuck, and Make Our World a Better Place.

When Does Time Pressure Help Creativity – or Not?

Jul 14, 2025

I often write about making time – units of time – for creativity. But this post explores a different angle: how the nature and quality of time impacts how creative we actually feel.

Ways to Get Unstuck from Everyday Problems

May 16, 2025

A few years ago, I wrote about using creativity techniques to get unstuck from everyday problems. But since it’s an enduring need and the world never seems to stop throwing problems our way, it...

How to Use 2 Types of Creativity in Your Life

Feb 12, 2025

I’ve been curious for a long time about how I can fully embrace creativity in both my personal and work lives, along with how creativity benefits our communities. Creativity consultant and author David Parrish proposes 2 types of creativity and this resonated with me.

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