June 17, 2010 I signed books at Terra Toys in Austin as a part of their annual Fairy Tea Party event. Congrats to them for having hundred of girls and moms show up in a magical variety of wings and sparkly dresses!
This is me with Olivia Griffin Erikson age 6. Olivia’s mom told me they had read Birdie’s Book and were ready to get into Kerka’s Book now. Olivia’s favorite part of Birdie’s Book was when Birdie and Kerka swam with the River Maidens.
Of course, we all know Kerka was forced to swim because she was afraid of the water. Those sly River Maidens showed her that she could breathe under water and swim as well as Birdie. Sometimes we just need someone to nudge us into doing things. A gentle push into unknown territory is a good thing.
Thanks to Olivia, Terra Toys and all the girls who love fairies and the Fairy Godmother Academy!
June 8th, 2010
By fairygodmotheracademy
My Spirikin
“My spirikin reveals my best self.”
“Spirikins are animal spirits. Each girl’s spirikin represents her inner self, and that defines which animal chooses her. The spirikin helps a girl acquire the one quality she needs but doesn’t have.”
~ Queen Mangi
What does your spirikin look like? Find out in this Wisdom Act:
Check out lots more Wisdom Acts at the Wisdom Chooser.
Don’t forget to Buy Kerka’s Book for the tween girl in your life!
May 25th, 2010
By fairygodmotheracademy
Twilight Dance
“My dance speaks my heart.”
In Kerka’s story, the Kalis Dance is a powerful form of self-expression, made up of symbolic movements that hold special meaning for the dancer. Dancing can be an amazing way for all of us to express our feelings–think of the movement as a way of speaking or telling a story without using words. Your dance may change from moment to moment or day to day. One thing you can always count on–it will be as unique as you are!
Find the moves that express what you would like to say…learn how in this wisdom act:
Check out lots more Wisdom Acts at the Wisdom Chooser.
Don’t forget to Buy Kerka’s Book for the tween girl in your life!
May 19th, 2010
By fairygodmotheracademy
Kalis Stick
“My strength is my wisdom.”
In Kerka’s story, the Kalis stick is a symbol of strength and hope—a gift passed down from mother to daughter. Kerka is full of energy and courage, bravely jumping in to help the ones she loves. The Kalis stick is an essential and expressive part of her Kalis dance, transforming her from girl to magical warrior.
How about making your own Kalis stick? Learn how in this Wisdom Act:
Click to earn this beautiful Wisdom Card today!
Check out lots more Wisdom Acts at the Wisdom Chooser.
Don’t forget to Buy Birdie’s Book for the tween girl in your life!
Kerka has arrived! We are so very proud to announce the release of Jan Bozarth’s latest book in The Fairy Godmother Academy series: Kerka’s Book. buy your very own copy online today! Also – Read a free chapter from the book after the jump!
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March 16th, 2010
By fairygodmotheracademy
Hey All:
DadLabs has posted a great 4-minute video interview with author and creator of the Fairy Godmother Academy, Jan Bozarth. It’s a good look at why Jan has pursued this Dream, and what it means to go about this kind of project.
Check out the video below and check out other great stuff from DadLabs.com.
Let us know what you think in the comments below!
February 25th, 2010
By Jan
Jan is speaking at RISE on March 4 from 2-3:30pm on “Building a Product for Dreamers” as a part of the first annual Women Entrepreneurs Track. We hope you can make it. This is part of a week-long effort to highlight female entrepreneurs in Austin and includes 20 dynamic, successful business owners who have made a big impact in our city. You don’t want to miss it. All sessions are free to attend but are limited to 25 people so be sure to register right away at RISEAustin.org. You can find my session by clicking on the RISE Austin Women Entrepreneurs track and selecting the day.
More about RISE: Now in its 4th year, RISE has steadily gained steam each year. It’s a great chance to learn from and connect with entrepreneurs from multiple industries and backgrounds, along with leaders from universities, non-profits, neighborhoods and government. Learn more at www.riseaustin.org.
February 8th, 2010
By fairygodmotheracademy
Fairy Godmothers…
are always on the lookout for ways to help others, to become a cultural force for good. If you are near New Orleans, come to a signing, Q&A, reading and book give-away with Jan Bozarth, author and lead dreamer of the Fairy Godmother Academy. If you aren’t near New Orleans, please consider making a gift purchase of Birdie’s Book for the girls of east New Orleans. Details below…
BOOK SIGNING AND Q&A WITH JAN BOZARTH
February 11 from 4 to 5:30 PM
Maple Street Book Shop
7523 Maple Street, New Orleans, LA 70118 (Click here for map…)
Contact: Cindy Dike @ 504-861-2105
AUTHOR READING AND BOOK GIVEAWAY (1st 30 kids!)
February 15 at 4:30 PM
East New Orleans Branch Library
5641 Read Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70127 (Click here for map…)
Contact: Lila La Graize @ 504-596-2646
Author Jan Bozarth will make two specially-scheduled visits to New Orleans during Mardi Gras. Bozarth will appear at the city’s beloved book seller Maple Street Book Shop on February 11 from 4 to 5:30 PM to sign books and answer questions about the series. On February 15 at 4:30 PM Bozarth will give a reading at the East New Orleans Branch Library, followed by a book give-away to children rebuilding their lives post-Katrina. The first 30 children to arrive will get a signed copy of Birdie’s Book.
Give Birdie’s Book to a New Orleans Library
It feels good to help others uncover their Wisdoms and Dreams, even if you never meet them! Please consider buying Birdie’s Book and gifting it The East New Orleans Library. 30 copies will be given to girls in attendance at Jan’s talk, and any additional copies will be in the stacks for girls who use the library. Simply go to Amazon and during checkout mark the book as gift, with the following address:
East New Orleans Branch Library
c/o: Lila La Graize
5641 Read Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70127
Give this book to a fairy godmother in-the-making!
