Do you remember when you were a kid and you drew a picture, excitedly told your parent about what was happening in the picture? Your mom or dad may have paused, smiled, looked at the picture, and either commented or asked more questions.
Congratulations! You were writing!
As a dad I can't help but treasure the drawings that my kids make me. Some are strange, some are of memories, but I can't toss them away. With all of the obligations as a dad I do not get the time to draw like I want to for my books and publications. When I do its not uncommon that I will open a journal ready to draw and find something that has been "doodled" in one of my journals by my kids.
I smile! I am inspired!
A picture drawn by a child is not just a picture, but a writing of a moment or a story that needs to be told. It's better than a card purchased at a store. It's an opportunity for a child to sit on Dad's lap and read their story.
Stop and draw a picture.
It may be the best Father's Day gift you dad receives tomorrow.
Inspiring Kids to Draw - Write - and Read!
Happy Father's Day!
- Jeremy Cole
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Looking for a book to read to your kids? Checkout www.jeremycolebooks.com
Click here to buy The Boy Who Cried Ug!
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