Information about coloring and coloring books
Halloween is almost here, and soon kids will go door-to-door shouting, “Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat!” Of course, what goes into their goody bags is usually full of sugar. It’s not unusual for children to want to dig into their Halloween treat bag and devour the contents when …
February is the month of love, but you don’t need chocolates, cards, and other material goods to show people how much you love them, especially your children.Each year it seems that holiday displays show up earlier and earlier. Christmas displays start appearing in the summer or (winter in the southern hemisphere), and Valentine’s cards appear …
Today, I launched my very own YouTube Channel – JMcG Books. The channel will contain coloring page videos from my coloring books plus from other coloring books, as well as picture book readings in the future. It also, contains mindfulness music which is great for focus and relaxation. The first few videos are from my kids …
While families in the United States celebrate Thanksgiving this month, here in Australia we celebrated Melbourne Cup Day. A lot of people attend the horse race, but even more Aussie families enjoy spring carnivals, BBQs, or enjoying the warmer weather. (That’s right, it’s spring here in the southern hemisphere.) Regardless of where you are, we …
Is your child obsessed with unicorns? Not sure about you but my daughter absolutely loves them. From clothes, to soft cuddly toys, to food and even her toothbrush! If it has a majestic unicorn on it she is there. Rainbow ones in particular. She is the reason I created my latest coloring book “Cool, Clever, …
I’ve been busy over the holiday period creating my next kids coloring book. I’m excited to now share it with you – “Cute Animal Coloring Book For Kids Ages 3-8” is now available on Amazon.It is filled with brave lions, tigers, and cheetahs, plus purrfect pets, fantastic farm animals and cute sleeping sloths. The coloring book …
Reflecting on 2020, a year that this time last year you could never predict or imagine. Whilst the events over the course of the year have taken a toll on so many people, I always try and seek out the positives. For me, the lockdowns and time at home have enabled me to enjoy more …
My latest coloring book went live today and just in time for Christmas. Inspired by the events of 2020, the ups and downs, the lockdowns and the craziness, thought it was time to take back control and have a bit of fun. Introducing…..Coronavirus Smackdown, Stress Relieving Coloring Book Had enough of lockdowns, masks and hand …
Very excited to be launching a new coloring book for adults – Beneath the Tranquil Sea. Whilst a deviation from children’s books, I thought it was time to think about the parents. My daughter is always asking me to color in with her but when I try, she just wants me to watch. This way, …
Just Launched – Beneath the Tranquil Sea – An Adult Relaxation Coloring Book Read More »
My daughter loves to color in and since spending more time at home, it is something I have encouraged (it also means less screen time). So are there benefits to coloring? I did some research and yes, there seems to be 5 main benefits for kids when they participate in coloring. These are: Fine Motor …
