In my book “Sarah’s Adventures the Special Tree and its Secrets,” there is deeper meaning in situations that the children find themselves in. A lot of incidents that arise is actually a parallel to life. We need to find alternatives to handle a situation better. There is always problems in life that we all encounter and fears and worries are a part of life, it is the way we deal with it that counts, and it is the way we…..
Meditation is an important part of life and especially for children to learn at an early age. It helps them to have a good start in life and preparation for adulthood. I have taught Adults and Children the simple method of meditation, it is very beneficial to mind, body and spirit and balancing the person, refreshing and renewing them and of course bringing stillness to the mind which helps them to perform at a optimum level, which in turn creates…..
It is very important for children to connect with the outdoors, research shows that children improve their health and levels of physical activity when they spend time outdoors and in nature. Children who are able to play in natural environments in kindergartens have less illness and better physical ability than those who play in human-designed environments and playgrounds. Physical health can also influence a child’s ability to learn. There is a positive outcome after physical play and it benefits cognitive…..
My inspiration for my book is that it will reach as many children and adults as possible so they can experience the joy in nature and it’s magic, as well as looking after the environment. Through adversity there is positive outcomes in situations. Also being out in the fresh air and getting exercise has it’s good benefits, recent studies have proved this to be highly beneficial to childrens health and well being.
I was introduced to nature in my first…..
Hello I’m Trish Martin, known as Patricia Martin in my first children’s chapter book, Sarah’s Adventures the Special Tree and Its Secrets. I live on the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne Australia, where it’s hot in summer and cold in winter, but I love it, living close to the country and seaside and in the most liveable city, Melbourne.
My surroundings here inspire me to write, especially where I live, it is called ‘the woodlands’ a suburb of Mt Eliza, where…..