LAUREL DECHER

“Life in the Seven Kingdoms is never dull . . .” –Jen McConnel, School Library Journal

Trying new things

Impossible things to try before breakfast: Bicycle Gymnasts and JINX’S MAGIC

September 1, 2015

Things you never knew were possible on a bike. @Jan Decher, 2015. What makes us decide to try impossible things? A thing can call to

Creativity: How our challenging circumstances are the key to success

July 13, 2015

Power from obstacles. ©Laurel Decher, 2015. Have you seen The King’s Speech? The other day, my daughter and I watched THE KING’S SPEECH. I’d seen

Canal with houses on one side and bridge coming up in Leiden, The Netherlands

Exploring: 9 Ideas For Reluctant Adventurers

June 16, 2015

If you are looking for adventure, you can usually find it. But sometimes adventures creep up on us! Here’s how to enjoy traveling with your kids and some book recommendations thrown in, to sweeten the journey!