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You are curious about people who’ve made the world a better place.

You like stories of determination, kindness, and emotional growth.

You want to make creativity a part of your everyday life.

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Celebrating Creativity and Determination

Neurodiversity/Mental Health

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Activity Books for Kids

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.

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.

How Micro Stretch Targets Push Your Creativity

Feb 7, 2023

When I’ve got a sticky problem or want to push my creativity, I often explore whether I can use a stretch target to speed up finding a satisfying solution. I’m not talking about big life goals here, but “micro” situations that make a difference in our everyday lives.

How Innovative Nonprofits Can Help Boost Our Personal Creativity

Nov 25, 2022

Nonprofits often fly under our radar for examples of creativity and innovation. They shouldn’t. We can get ideas and encouragement from charities as we apply creativity to our own problems and goals.

Now Available: What Are Psychotic Disorders?

Aug 17, 2022

Did you know that early diagnosis of a psychotic disorder increases a person’s chances of recovery? My new book, What Are Psychotic Disorders?, is written for teens to help demystify this medical condition and provide practical information about how to get help.