Sparkle Stories Blog

Transform your child’s back-to-school worries into excitement with our carefully curated collection of transition tales. The first day of school is here, and your confident child becomes a bundle of nerves. According to one survey, 64% of children are worried about school whether they’re beginning kindergarten, switching schools, or simply moving up a grade. Want to know something ... "Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety: Three Stories and Four Quick Tips"

As we savor sweet August days, we’re embracing the present moment while preparing for our next steps: back-to-school time! How do you want to spend these final weeks of summer? We’re soaking up every last bit of warmth with delightful family time AND laying the groundwork for a joyful start to the school year. Our ... "August 2025 Story Calendar"

The world is full of nature adventures. From glorious forests, lakes, and mountains to the tiniest little dandelion growing in the cracks of the pavement, all you need to do is look around you to find the delights of nature. You don’t need a lot of money or even a lot of time, just a ... "Need a Nature Adventure? Here’s What We Would Do in One Click!"