Let’s spotlight our world’s changemakers.
Meet renowned experts, fascinating authors, and inspiring kids - just like you.
Muppeteer Bruce Lanoil Plays Pretend for a Living
Fall 2021
Growing up, Bruce Lanoil’s imagination took him on countless adventures. Now, the Muppeteer is using that same creativity to light a spark in children around the world.
For Connie Guglielmo, Editor-in-Chief of CNET, Every Day is an Adventure
Fall 2021
As a young reader in Brooklyn, Connie Guglielmo never imagined her path would lead to tech. Today, the self-proclaimed adventure is the Editor-in-Chief of CNET.
James Longman’s Late Late Show Success Began with Stories
Spring 2021
From listening to stories as a child to creating live skits on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Longman shares the secrets to Executive Producing the Emmy-winning show.
20 Questions with American Girl’s Executive Editor Jennifer Hirsch
Spring 2021
Meet Jennifer Hirsch, Executive Editor at American Girl, as we discuss storytelling, creating beloved characters, and her typical day-in-the-life.
UN Young Leader Siena Castellon Celebrates Neurodiversity
Spring 2021
Sienna Castellon wants to celebrate our differences. Through her platform Quantum Leap Mentoring, she is changing the narrative on learning challenges.
Dr. Amanda Gummer Credits Play for Her Success
Fall 2020
Dr. Amanda Gummer, founder of Good Play Guide, is the go-to expert on child development, toys and play. But the secret to her success may surprise you.
Brynjar Karl Broke a World Record with Just Legos
Fall 2020
Brynjar Karl, 17, is best known for building the largest LEGO Titanic worldwide. But he was just ten at the time, crediting his child-like thinking and autistic mind.
Meet the Author with Cigdem Knebel
Fall 2020
In this Q&A, Cigdem Knebel, founder of Simple Word Books, tells us about creating high-interest, low-level decodable books for children who struggle to read.
