Our second Cooking Up Literacy event was filled with surprises, smiles, and lots of learning! Sometimes the best adventures begin unexpectedly, and that's exactly what happened. We packed up, moved to a new room, and before long, the fun was in full swing! Families with children from the primary grades through high school rolled up their sleeves and created TWO delicious recipes—refreshing Lively Lemon Mint Water and creamy Homemade Ice Cream. But the recipes were only the be

The journey matters most. When people ask me why I write books with my children, they often assume it's simply about creating a finished product. While I'm certainly proud of each cookbook we publish, the books themselves are only part of the story. The greatest gift has been the journey of writing together. As a parent, I naturally become the teacher. I guide my children through the writing process by asking questions, providing direct instruction, encouraging research, and

A recipe, a smile, and time together. That's what Cooking Up Literacy is all about! What a wonderful day of learning, laughter, and family fun! Six amazing families joined us at the Gwinnett County Community Resource Center for a special Cooking Up Literacy experience that combined reading, movement, music, nutrition, and hands-on cooking. We kicked things off with our upbeat "Stir It Up Together" song, getting everyone moving and excited for the adventure ahead. Families san

#MemorialDay #YouthLeadership #WhatsStirring #TectonicVillage #PurposeDriven #CommunityLeadership #LegacyBuilding Honoring Sacrifice, Purpose, and the Next Generation of Leaders Memorial Day is more than the unofficial beginning of summer. It is a time to pause and remember the men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to something greater than themselves. Their courage, discipline, and willingness to serve remind us that freedom, opportunity, and community are neve

Sometimes what looks like a mistake…is actually a moment of meaning in the making. It started with a spelling assignment. A child was working through their words—sounding them out, thinking carefully, and trying to make sense of what they heard. When they got to the word nutrition , they paused and wrote something close: “new-tri-cion.” It wasn’t correct. And in that moment, we worked through it together. The child learned the correct spelling— nutrition —and we talked about

At What’s Stirring Family Foundation, we believe every child deserves not just a seat in the room—but a moment to shine. During a recent literacy festival, one young participant eagerly anticipated her chance to take part in our Cooking Up Literacy demonstration—a hands-on experience combining reading, storytelling, and cooking. Although she was initially selected, only a limited number of participants could be chosen, and she did not have the opportunity to participate that

This young chef helped create our Lively Lemon Water recipe during the What’s Stirring family cooking demonstration. Hands-on moments like this allow children to explore healthy foods while building confidence and joy in the kitchen. Yesterday morning , our What’s Stirring National Nutrition Month gathering turned into a warm and meaningful experience for the families who joined us. We welcomed four families , with three young children actively participating in the cooking