Sparkle Stories Blog

Here's a NEW soothing story – "Pomichnik the Steppe Lemming" — to support children and families with the war on Ukraine.

Once we realized that this is going to be a long haul, and not just several weeks of quarantine, David jumped to writing new stories.

The words difference and diversity come from the same Latin root — which is to "turn aside."

We have found that stories are the most effective and enduring way to help children process — and then release — these images so they can enjoy all the magic and fun the season has to offer. Here are two stories that we think might help.

Have you ever wanted to tell your own original stories to your children? Listen in on these six stories written and recorded by students from the Restorative Storytelling program.

Working with your hands can bring joy, a sense of calm, and a feeling of well-being.

Fairy tales are more than old-time entertainment. They are pedagogical. They are teaching us something about ourselves.

Let's take September to ask the question: who are these amazing creatures that are our children? And how do you make more space for them to unspool themselves fully?

This All Saints Day and Dia de Los Muertos, let's appreciate those who came before us — not only for what we inherited from them, but also for what they created for us.

This Thanksgiving is different for Lisabeth, Sparkle co-founder and CEO. And different has it's blessings!