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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.