Book publisher, Paper Soup Media, has released a line of children’s books that are sure to resonate with moms who identify with First Lady Michelle Obama’s style of parenting.

Though she’s constantly making headlines for her keen sense of fashion, Michelle Obama is becoming equally famous for her approach to raising children.  More than ever, moms across the nation are working to ensure their children are not only bright, but courteous and socially-conscious as well.  Since the First Lady’s role as mom-in-chief is both highly visible and well-respected, mothers everywhere are taking stock of her example.  With a timely release, Paper Soup Media™ presents moms with additional help from its chief imprint, Bella Flowers Books™.  Executive Editor, Tamika Longino says “Michelle Obama has inspired so many moms, because she understands that children thrive when they are consistently surrounded by love, safety, and guidance.  Our books are instinctively written with this in mind, so it’s safe to say that Mrs. Obama’s influence has also touched us.” 

Nice to be Nice^© is the initial release from the Bella Flowers Books “to be” series.  The colorful picture book shows children in a number of situations in which they display “nice” behavior, from sharing to recycling to making new friends.  Longino uses her maternal instincts to guide the brand and offers these tips to mothers that are seeking to inspire the best in their children.

1.       Be Clear About Your Values and Expectations.  Children want and need to know what you expect

from them, as well as the reasons why.  Situations shown in Nice to be Nice can help parents start  the conversation on an age-appropriate level.

 

2.       ­Be Realistic, Don’t Expect Perfection.  Don’t beat yourself up  when you find your child engaging in not-so-nice behavior.  Similar to the book, life always presents opportunities for your child to give “nice” behavior another try.

 

3.       Set An Example.  Bella Flowers Books was born from this idea.  A clear picture of what “nice” looks like will go a long way,

as it gives your child an identifiable goal to strive towards. 

 

Bella Flowers Books is an imprint of Paper Soup Media, LLC and was developed from a mom’s perspective with the primary goal of delivering smiles and inspiration to blossoming young minds.  All books are printed using vegetable-based ink on 30% recycled paper.  Through a partnership with Eco-Libris, a tree will be planted for every book printed.  For additional information on Nice to be Nice or Bella Flowers Books, contact Tamika Longino or visit www.bellaflowersbooks.com.

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