Sparkle Stories Blog

Weekday mornings. Are they a battlefield? A zoo? Do you routinely need to pry kids from bed or the breakfast table to get out the door? It’s normal to struggle with getting children out of bed and ready for the day. Wouldn’t we love to do it without tears or stress? Imagine there was a ... "Morning Magic: How Stories Transform Your Family’s Wake-Up Routine"

Ready to turn ordinary beads into extraordinary bravery-boosters? Let’s craft some courage magic — the Sparkle Stories way! Who’s got the back-to-school jitters? We traditional-schoolers do! In some places in the U.S., school has already started, and in others it’s around the corner. For all of us, it can be a lot of newness! We ... "DIY Courage Bracelets: Your Secret Superhero Power for the New School Year!"

Transform your child’s back-to-school worries into excitement with our carefully curated collection of transition tales. The first day of school is here, and your confident child becomes a bundle of nerves. According to one survey, 64% of children are worried about school whether they’re beginning kindergarten, switching schools, or simply moving up a grade. Want to know something ... "Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety: Three Stories and Four Quick Tips"

As we savor sweet August days, we’re embracing the present moment while preparing for our next steps: back-to-school time! How do you want to spend these final weeks of summer? We’re soaking up every last bit of warmth with delightful family time AND laying the groundwork for a joyful start to the school year. Our ... "August 2025 Story Calendar"

The world is full of nature adventures. From glorious forests, lakes, and mountains to the tiniest little dandelion growing in the cracks of the pavement, all you need to do is look around you to find the delights of nature. You don’t need a lot of money or even a lot of time, just a ... "Need a Nature Adventure? Here’s What We Would Do in One Click!"

So your sweet little kindergartener or preschooler has graduated their first year at “big kid” school? Hooray! Such a milestone… but wait… Suddenly a wave of anxiousness comes over you… Home? ALL-SUMMER-LONG? How are you supposed to juggle ALL-THE-THINGS (home, work, life… don’t even get us started on all the laundry!) with your little(s) back ... "Tips for How to Navigate Your Child’s Summer Home From School"

Nora Murray is a sleep expert, mom to three young kids, clinical psychologist, and founder of Oolie, a Certified B Corporation whose mission is to help families toward better sleep and a more peaceful home. Oolie also produces thoughtfully designed, certified-organic bedding and baby products for which Nora creates all the illustrations and patterns. We’re big fans ... "Discussing All Things Sleep with Nora Murray, CEO & Founder of Oolie"

Every city is a treasure map waiting to be decoded, full of hidden wonders that become magical when seen through a child’s eyes. Whether you live in a true metropolis or just a few hours away from a modest-sized city, excitement awaits you and your whole family. The key to creating memorable adventures isn’t traveling ... "Your Sparkle Guide to a City Adventure"

Who’s ready for an adventure? Whether your summer is sending you near, or far, or inviting you to remain in your own little homestead, there are adventures to be had! It’s time to explore the wonders of the natural world, the delights of city life, the thrills of camping, and the cozy excitement of digging ... "July 2025 Story Calendar"

We’re all feeling it — so much unrest and uncertainty. This week I am finding it hard to think clearly. What is the very best way to navigate life as a mom, a friend, a member of my communities, and a business owner? Stay grounded and regulate your nervous system — as best you can. ... "For the Grown-Ups: Heavy Headlines. Sparkle Help for Troubled Times."