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Danny the Dragon Recognized in the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards

Posted by Tina Turbin

The multi-award-winning children’s author Tina Turbin has been recognized again for the first book of her children’s book series, Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy. The illustrated children’s book, which is already the recipient of a number of awards, has been awarded in the Purple Dragon Book Awards.

Awards, Books, Children's Author, Children's Book, Childrens' Literature, Danny the Dragon CD, family, literacy, reading
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Immunization and Children: A Look at Australia’s Ban on the Flu Vaccine in Small Children

Posted by Tina Turbin

In my work as a children’s author, researcher, and kids’ health advocate, I stay abreast of the latest health news in an effort to safeguard the health of children. In my research, I have come across alarming reports from Australia, regarding the health risk of the flu vaccine in children, the same vaccine we use in the U.S. Several startling symptoms have been reported in dozens of children, and the vaccine is now banned by Australian authorities for children under five. In the U.S., however, the vaccine is still being implemented.

Advice, Children's Health, Education, family, General, Helpful Tips
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Danny the Dragon Invited on a Cruise

Posted by Tina Turbin

I am so excited to be a part of the Kiddie Cruise, themed as “Tea Party with Knights and Dragons” which launched out of New York’s Hudson River. Being the only dragon was a thrill!

Acts of Kindness, Children's Author, Children's Book, Contributions, Donations, Events, family, Family Time, General
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Education: On Being “Behind” by Carlynn McCormick

Posted by Tina Turbin

Susie is six and can’t count to thirty without missing a few numbers. Johnny has almost finished eighth grade but hasn’t started pre-algebra. “Oh dear, oh dear, my child is falling behind.”

Advice, Children's Health, Education, family, Helpful Tips, Research
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School Library Journal Praises Danny the Dragon

Posted by Tina Turbin

It is with great pleasure that I read the encouraging review of Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy in School Library Journal. I am fortunate to have been recognized by many awards programs for this first book in the Danny the Dragon series, but what an honor it was to receive SLJ’s stamp of approval!

Apple, Apps, Books, Children's Author, Children's Book, Childrens' Literature, Education, family, Family Time, homeschooling, iPad, iPhone, libraries, Library Visits, reading, writing
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Gluten Free Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs – Valentine’s Day Recipe

Posted by Tina Turbin

Below is a little teaser of a recipe from a soon to be released book, Gluten Free Cookies by Luane Kohnke. As many of you know, in addition to my work as a children’s author, I also conduct taste-testing and reviews of gluten-free companies and authors. You will have an opportunity to read the review of many tested recipes we will be doing out of Luane’s book over the next two months. So check back soon at the above mentioned link!

Books, Books-suggested by Tina, Cook Book, Cooking, family, gluten-free, healthy eating, moms
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Danny the Dragon Reading Featured on YouTube

Posted by Tina Turbin

Stay-at-home mom and blogger Annie (www.MamaDweeb.com) has posted a delightful reading of Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy to her adorable three-year-old daughter, Lizzie, on YouTube. Have a look yourself at the link below!

Books, Children's Book, Childrens' Literature, family, Family Time, moms, parenting, women
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iStoryTime Announces New App: A Book for Deaf Children

Posted by Tina Turbin

iStoryTime, the iPhone App Developer for DreamWorks Animation’s “How to Train Your Dragon,” announces release of New App with Sign Language Interpretation of Award-Winning Children’s Picture Book “Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy”

Acts of Kindness, Apple, Apps, Books, Education, family, Family Time, iPad, iPhone, Media, Press, Sign Interpretation Available, television
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Five Questions to Find Celiac Disease in Children

Posted by Tina Turbin

How can you find out if YOUR child should be tested for celiac disease?

WebMD Health News recently published a questionnaire that you can use to find out if your child has celiac disease and needs to be put on a gluten-free diet. According to the article, at least half of children with celiac disease NEVER get diagnosed, leaving them suffering from the painful physical and mental symptoms of the disease.

Advice, Children's Health, family, gluten-free, healthy eating, Helpful Tips, humanitarian, moms, parenting, Research
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Get Some Help, Mom!

Posted by Tina Turbin

Get your family to pitch in with chores around the house, especially the kids. Children may not be expert dishwasher loaders and you’ll always be able to do the chores better yourself, but learn to let it go and get them to help you out with some of the things they’ll be able to handle on their own, even if it’s just pairing together and folding socks. Studies show that children who participate in family chores have a higher chance of growing up more successful than other children. It will raise their feels of self-esteem, make them more competent, and it’ll give you some time to do the following energy-boosting tips.