Mindful Literacy

Welcome to the Mindful Literacy Practice Bookstore! I hope you find a book (or two!) that helps you feel inspired, connected, and joyful.

Mindfulness

Mindful Miru

With its rhyming prose, Mindful Miru offers simple, yet empowering mindfulness tools for children and adults alike. Miru, our friend and guide, shows us how to be mindful of our thoughts, feelings, and actions. He uses the four elements to teach us how to tune into our needs and self-regulate. Miru reveals that it is important to be able to acknowledge and express our emotions as we regain equilibrium.

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The Heart of Likoni Series: Book 1

Sangale's Soka Story

In the bustling village of Likoni, Mombasa, Kenya, a boy named Sangale juggles school, chores, and his deep love for football (soka). As captain of Culture Kingz FC, he learns the true meaning of teamwork both on and off the pitch.When a high-stakes match against Ocean Stars puts his leadership to the test, Sangale must inspire his team to work together. With determination, trust, and heart, the boys prove that teamwork always wins.This vibrant and uplifting story invites young readers to explore daily life in Likoni, the joy of soccer, and the power of community.

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The Heart of Likoni Series: Book 2

Zena the Starlet

When young Lewis begs Coach Zena to tell her story, he’s not ready for what he’ll learn about courage, community, and the power of believing in yourself.Long before she became a Harambee Starlet and national footballer for Kenya, Zena was a girl with a handmade ball, big dreams, and a coach who saw her potential. Through her eyes, readers will discover how the first girls’ team in the Likoni Community Football League began—and how one act of encouragement can change a life forever.This heartwarming story honors the strength of girls who dare to dream, the mentors who open doors, the communities that make both possible, and the joy of sport for all.

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Author Visit

Interaction & Connection

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Author

Jessica G. Bennett

Jessica is an author, teacher, and researcher. She has her Ph.D. in Special Education and is a 500-hour registered yoga teacher. She lives in Columbus, Ohio USA with her husband and three daughters. Jessica loves to play in the Crossfit Gym and take their dog Fin on long walks. Sometimes their cat Coco follows along.

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Illustrator

Maryś Dudelewicz

Maryś is an illustrator, animator, and designer. She lives with her husband in Poland, in Warsaw's Radość (Joy) District. Her studio is filled with dogs, birds, and lots of plants. Sometimes she paints, sews, and talks to butterflies. Maryś loves to run barefoot through puddles.

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