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Nikki’s Hurricane Adventure, Part 1: An Amazing Story, A Delightful Children’s Book, An Important Cause

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Tina Turbin

I so admire authors who have an important cause to get behind. That’s why I had such a rewarding experience reading and reviewing Nikki’s Hurricane Adventure by Kevin and Laura Sanchez, the story of real-life Nikki the cat who was lost 85 miles from her Louisiana home while her family was evacuating for Hurricane Gustav and found her way home all by herself months later!

Acts of Kindness, Books, Books-suggested by Tina, Children's Author, Children's Book, family, General, moms
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Danny the Dragon DVD Gets Prestigious Review

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Tina Turbin

See Midwest Book Reviews review of the Danny the Dragon DVD. What an honor!

Children’s Bookwatch: April 2011

James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief

Diane C. Donovan, Editor

Midwest Book Review

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Danny the Dragon Supports Celiac Awareness

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Tina Turbin

Acts of Kindness, Books, Events, General, gluten-free, Media, Press
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Danny the Dragon iPad App Featured in Notable Children’s Market Blog

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Tina Turbin

Great news to share with everyone- read this! Tina

Ever since Tina Turbin, the multi-award-winning children’s author, released Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy, the first book of her illustrated kids book series, she has been recipient of critical praise, numerous awards and honors, and media attention. The release of her book was followed by that of a Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy iPad and iPhone app, the first one for the hearing impaired, featuring a reading of the author’s acclaimed book with sign language interpretation. Now the author is generating even more media attention with her app than with the debut of her book, as coverage of the groundbreaking product is appearing in some of the leading news blogs in the publishing world, specifically Alice Pope’s SCBWI Children’s Market Blog and MediaBistro.com, the global web resource for media professionals.

Acts of Kindness, Apps, Awards, Children's Author, Children's Book, Danny the Dragon CD, Deaf children, General, iPad, Press
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Immunization and Children: A Look at Australia’s Ban on the Flu Vaccine in Small Children

Posted on May 24, 2011 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.

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Danny the Dragon Invited on a Cruise

Posted on May 13, 2011 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!

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Author Connie Sarros Acknowledges Tina Turbin

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Tina Turbin

Congratulations to Tina Turbin!

Some people accomplish extraordinary things. When they do, it’s nice to recognize them and applaud them for their accomplishments. Tina Turbin is one of those people. She’s well known by many of you because of her involvement in the celiac community.

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Danny the Dragon Encourages Quality Time with Family

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Tina Turbin

Friend and radio show host of Power Women Magazine Deb Bailey shared an adorable photo of her grandson reading Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy with his father.

A little back story: when the package arrived from his grandma, the boy ran into the room excitedly encouraging his dad to read to him! How pleased I am to know that Danny is not only a friendly, traveling dragon, but also an inspiration for engaging in quality time with family.

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Link Demonstrated between Child Psychiatric Disorders and Gluten Sensitivity

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Tina Turbin

Recent research is now indicating that there may be a link between Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other developmental and child psychiatric disorders and an allergy or sensitivity to gluten. Gluten is a protein found in barley, rye, and wheat, and it is estimated that millions of Americans have a sensitivity or allergy to it. Gluten intolerance can affect the entire body, leading to a variety of troubling physical as well as mental symptoms.

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Increased Awareness of Celiac Disease in U.S. Brings Increased Support

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Tina Turbin

In the United States, a slightly increased rate of celiac diagnosis among adults has already lead to increased support. Gluten-free foods and gluten-free recipes are more readily available than ever. The Gluten-Free Restaurant Awareness Program (GFRAP) assists in the mutually beneficial relationship between people diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten intolerance and restaurants, resulting in an increase in the number of restaurants which can provide service to people following a gluten-free diet while increasing their patronage. Participating restaurants are able to provide gluten-free meals. As more and more people are diagnosed with gluten intolerance, their list of participating restaurants will surely grow.