Magicalms.com ~ Magical Moments

Instead of my typical weekly blog that involves strategies, ideas, and suggestions for parents and educator, I have decided to share the themes and goals of my children’s books with you.  The common thread throughout each of the stories is my commitment to help our children to become more self confident, to instill a love for reading, to encourage children to  be open to new ideas, people, and places, to be kind and empathetic, and to love and respect  family, friends and the world around us.

“Forever Love” is a beautiful story that explores the everlasting love between a terminally ill parent and his child.

“Room for One More” is a wonderful book to share with young children for it focuses on the heart’s ability to expand as a new baby is welcomed into a family.

“Margaret the Magnificent” is the first in the Margaret series of stories.  It introduces the magical super-dog as she travels the globe in her quest to help a little girl who needs love, friendship, and a boost to her self confidence as she gets ready to attend a new school.

“Margaret the Magnificent Visits the Everglades” is dedicated to children and adults who believe in the power of friendship, beauty, and in the belief that working together will create a greener and kinder tomorrow. The book combines accurate information about the Everglades   with the imaginary adventures of Margaret the Magnificent, Ali the alligator and Crock the Crocodile.  It also blends photographs by Rodney Cammauf with the beautiful art work created by Ann Pilicer.”

“Margaret the Magnificent Visits the Rain Forest” invites readers to travel to the wetlands of Africa in order to help Margaret assist Kyle the crocodile and his friends preserve their ecosystem. Once again, Margaret, the magical, super-dog demonstrates how perseverance and team work can impact change and give us hope for a greener and kinder future.  The graphic illustrations, created by Michael Costa, are so life-like that you will feel as if you are in the African jungle along with Margaret and her friends. Again, the combination of facts and fiction make this story a “must read” for elementary aged children.

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“Margaret the Magnificent” is a heartwarming story to read at any time, but, especially relevant when children are embarking on new experiences like summer camp, moving to a new house, changing classrooms, teachers, and/or schools.  Margaret is an enormous, shaggy, black and white sheepdog who possesses magical powers.  She not only barks like a typical dog, but, is also able to speak like you and me. The lovable dog is known as, Margaret the Miracle Maker, because of her ability to travel the globe assisting children and animals; the amazing sheepdog  feels when children and animals need extra doses of love, friendship, and guidance.

In this adventure, Margaret travels to visit with a little girl who is frightened about beginning classes at a new school. The lovable sheepdog’s friendship and encouragement enable the child to have the self confidence and sense of adventure necessary for success.

As we adults know, self confidence is a gift that we give ourselves which enables us to move forward even when circumstances are unclear, scary, and/or novel.  In order for our children to feel self confident, they must have positive experiences that bolster their self image.  Reading “Margaret the Magnificent” as well as other books that enhance self image, will communicate the message that we believe in our children. If we show our children that we have confidence in them, they will feel competent and ready to tackle age-appropriate challenges and new experiences.

Stories written by Donna Mavrides are available thru her web site, www.magicalms.com

• “Margaret the Magnificent”
• “Margaret the Magnificent visits the Everglades”
• “Forever Love”
• “Room for One More”

Magical Educating!

Donna Mavrides
Magical Moments
www.magicalms.com

“Margaret the Magnificent” is an extraordinary sheep dog who travels the globe creating magical moments for boys and girls.  In her first book, Margaret visits with a child who is feeling frightened about changing schools.  In the story, the lovable, shaggy dog empowers the child with the self confidence necessary for success. Margaret’s friendship, guidance and of course  extra love and doggy kisses help the child to  have a joyous first day at her new school.

In “Margaret the Magnificent Visits the Everglades”, the huge dog invites the reader to join her as she explores the Everglades National Park where she becomes friendly with its inhabitants.  Throughout this adventure, the super dog becomes aware of the dangers facing the Everglades’ ecosystem. In the story, Margaret is determined to help her friends, Ali the alligator and Crock the crocodile save their home while encouraging all of us to make “greener” choices.

The book, “Margaret the Magnificent visits the Everglades” is brought to life with Ann Pilicer’s illustrations and with Rodney Cammauf’s photographs.  The book is complete with a child friendly index that includes words used in the book that are associated with The Everglades National Park. The next book in the “Margaret the Magnificent “ series will take place in the rainforests of Africa and will  be released this summer.

Donna B. Mavrides is the author of the Margaret the Magnificent stories and owner of this website.

In order to purchase one of these two books, please visit her web site, www.magicalms.com or contact her at donnamavrides@yahoo.com

Magical Educating!

Donna Mavrides
Magical Moments
www.magicalms.com