I believe that every person has the power to make the world a little brighter. Kindness doesn’t need to be grand or complicated. It grows in simple moments: a smile, a thank‑you, a thoughtful note, a shared story, and when we practice kindness together, it becomes a habit that shapes our classrooms, homes, and communities. Years ago, I created the Kindness Challenge as a way to promote kindness in our school. Now I share it with you to build empathy, gratitude, and connectio

My YouTube channel, " Storytime with Nonna - Kindness & Stories " offers a treasure trove of over 230 read alouds, each bringing stories to life with warmth and charm. This collection invites teachers, educators, children, and families to explore a wide range of themes, from adventure and friendship to culture and imagination. The variety and depth of these stories make " Storytime with Nonna - Kindness & Stories " a unique resource for nurturing a love of reading and storyte

In July 2024, my daughter sent me an Instagram post of a grandma who had started a YouTube channel to read to her grandchild that lived a...

In a world filled with bustling schedules and endless distractions, nothing brings families and classes together quite like storytelling....