Picture Perfect Reads

Penelope is shooketh. 😳📚

Here’s the truth: only about 1-5% of people who read a book ever leave a review. That means every single review is doing a LOT of heavy lifting for other parents deciding if a book is worth their time, precious space on the bookshelf, and money.

So if Penelope’s on your shelf... she’d love to know what you think. 💛 Click the link in my bio to leave a review — it takes 2 minutes and it means more than you know. 📚

Every time I walk into a school, I remind myself: I can handle this. And once I’m there, I remember Penelope isn’t just about positivity, she’s a science girlie at heart too. 💛

Here’s one of the activities I do with students after a reading, a natural extension of the growth mindset theme covered in the book. It’s not just fun, it reinforces collaboration, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving, all while they’re laughing and rebuilding what keeps falling over.

Confidence isn’t just something we talk about. It’s something kids build, one wobbly attempt at a time.

My book readings always end with a hands on activity- often STEM-based. Interested in booking an author visit with me for your school? Click the link in my bio. 🔬✨

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Today is Georgia Reads Day, kicking off Georgia Reads Week! Georgia Reads📖💛

The ask is simple: take one meaningful literacy moment today. Read, talk, sing, share, or connect. No special event, no classroom, not even a new book required. Keep watching to see this week’s schedule.

This is one of my favorite old photos, my little one enjoying a book long before she could actually read a single word. And that’s exactly the point. Reading to kids early exposes them to vocabulary that doesn’t always come up in everyday conversation, building language and understanding long before they’re sounding out letters themselves.

If you’re looking for a book to make today’s moment count, Penelope and the Power of Positivity is always a good place to start. A story about turning “I can’t” into “I can’t... yet,” perfect for today or any day this week. pictureperfectreads.com

However you choose to show up today, that’s a win. 💛

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Calling all moms building a home library! 📚✨

Tag a friend who's got a bookshelf (or three) dedicated to raising a reader who sees themselves in every story. 👇🏾

Building a home library isn't just about stacking books — it's about being intentional with every single one. Books that reflect who your kid is, build their confidence, and remind them their dreams are valid.

Penelope and the Power of Positivity is proud to be one of those books. 💛

What books have you recently added to your shelf?

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Happy Grandparents Day! ❤️

Grandparents have a special way of reminding kids just how loved, capable, and special they are. And sometimes, the right book helps reinforce those same messages.

Today, we’re sharing a few books worth adding to your grandchild’s bookshelf. 📚

Different stories. Different messages. Each one created with your little readers in mind.

Looking for their next favorite read? Visit , , and to learn more about the books and grab a copy for your favorite little reader.

Because books make pretty great grandparent gifts. ❤️

Calling all teachers, librarians, and school leaders! 📚
Did you know I offer interactive author visits for preK-3 students? Together we explore self-doubt, positive self-talk, and the power of “yet” — the same lesson at the heart of the Penelope and the Power of Positivity book.

Since Penelope loves science, I love bringing hands-on experiments into our time together. 🔬

As a physician, mom of 2, and children’s book author, I bring a unique perspective to conversations about confidence and growth mindset — and I’d love to bring it to your classroom or library.

I make the process super easy, and every visit comes with lesson plans for continued learning long after I leave. 💛

Keep watching to see some of the science experiments we’ve done with students after reading the book ☺️.

Interested in booking a visit? Link in bio to learn more.