by admin.maria | Jan 15, 2018 | Book Review, Children's Literature, Multicultural, Multicultural Products, Picture Books
After I signed up to be a part of Multicultural Children’s Book Day, I was paired with author Elsa Takaoka. Elsa provided me with a copy of her picture book Yumi’s Extraordinary Collection, to review for the venture. I’ve been a part of the Multicultural Kids...
by Maria Tumolo | Jul 6, 2015 | Multicultural, Picture Books
Over the last few months, I’ve actively been introducing books that reflect racial diversity. I wanted to shake-up the reading experience of my children. In a perfect world that would not be necessary. However, if were to simply select from what’s on offer at my...
by Maria Tumolo | Apr 8, 2015 | Haircare, Mixed Textured Hair, Multi Racial, Multicultural, Natural Afro Hair, Natural Hair, Natural Hair and Motherhood, Natural Hair and Relationships
I went natural when I decided become a parent. I felt it was important to know how to care for my hair before trying to care for my child’s. I knew with my genes and those of my husband, our child’s hair type could be anywhere from very straight to very coarse. Having...
by Maria Tumolo | Feb 12, 2015 | Children's Literature, Motherhood, Multi Racial, Multicultural, Multicultural Products, Public Library, Reading, Storytelling, Writing
If you know me or have seen my photos on Instagram, you know I love books and I love libraries. I can’t envision my world without books and libraries. The library is to me what candy store is to a child. Fortunately, my children also enjoy books, perhaps Angelo...
by Maria Tumolo | Dec 10, 2014 | Baby Girl Fashion, Childrenswear, Competitions, Isossy Children, Multicultural, Multicultural Products
As a mum to mixed race children, I’m champion brands that promote harmony in diversity. One such brand is Isossy Children clothing. The label is brainchild of Amanda Rabor and was founded in 2010. However, Amanda is no newbie to designing clothing for children....
by Maria Tumolo | Dec 3, 2014 | Children's Toys, Christmas, Festivals, Isossy Children, Multicultural, Multicultural Products
So you missed Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales but you still have Christmas presents to buy. Whenever I can I like to buy from small business. I like handmade products. I also like products that are a bit different from what you might find on the high street,...
