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Story Time with Mama V - Children entertainment and a welcomed break for the parents.Lucky RubyHow fun would it be to celebrate two holidays together? In the book Lucky Ruby written by Laura Lee Rittman we meet young Ruby. Ruby wants to share her traditions with her best friend Violet but is worried that her friend will find it strange and unusual. When Violet comes over to Ruby's to celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah, Violet is amazed beyond words. Listen in to the full episode and make sure to check out the physical book on AMAZON. Please share this episode with a friend and spread the holiday cheer. Bye for n...2024-12-0407 min
Moms Who CreateFinding Herself Again Through Writing with Author Laura Lee RittmanAfter 17 years as a stay-at-home mom, Laura Rittman felt a bit lost when her daughter went off to college. Her husband reminded her of her dream to write a children’s book, and here she is, getting ready to launch Lucky Ruby! With a background in PR and event planning, she’s excited to be on this new path as an author.In this episode, I’m chatting with the debut author of Lucky Ruby, a children’s book all about celebrating both Hanukkah and Christmas. The story follows Ruby, a little girl with both traditions, and her clas...2024-11-1123 min
Reading With Your Kids PodcastEmbracing Diverssity & ImaginationIn the latest episodes of the "Reading with Your Kids" podcast, host Jed Doherty had the pleasure of chatting with two talented children's authors, Laura Lee Rittman and Helen Rogoson. Their insightful discussions touched on themes of diversity, emotional intelligence, and the power of storytelling to connect and inspire young readers. First, Jed welcomed Laura Lee Rittman, who shared the heartwarming story behind her book "Lucky Ruby." This delightful tale celebrates the richness of interfaith families, as Ruby invites a classmate to experience the joys of both Christmas and Hanukkah. Rittman, who draws from her own interfaith marriage...2024-09-2755 min