Are you finding it hard to discover engaging and meaningful stories that can teach your children important life lessons? My daughter, Alex, and I truly understand this challenge. Alex is soon to be a mom, and I’m soon to be a grandfather. Together, we’ve dedicated 10 to 30 years, respectively, teaching children as martial arts master teachers in Mount Laurel, NJ. We’ve seen firsthand how empowering stories can shape young minds.
Introducing Living Strong Kids Adventures
In our martial arts classes, we have something special called “mat chats.” During a class of fun drills and learning self-defense and karate, we take 3 minutes to huddle up and share a living strong life lesson. These “mat chats” are short stories with lessons that tie into the class’s theme. Our students love them, and we encourage parents to continue the conversation on the way home with their own “car chats.”
Inspired by the success of these mat chats, we’ve created the Living Strong Kids Adventures series—a collection of short stories designed to inspire and empower your children to live strong, confident lives.
Topics Covered in Our New Book
Our upcoming book covers a wide range of important character traits and values, including:
- Perseverance: Follow Jacob as he learns the importance of never giving up while mastering a challenging karate move.
- Empathy: Discover how a young student helps a new classmate feel welcome and supported at the karate school.
- Gratitude: Learn about the significance of being thankful for the little things in life through a touching story.
- Respect: Understand the importance of respecting others, including classmates and teachers.
- Responsibility: See how taking responsibility for one’s actions can lead to personal growth and confidence.
- Cooperation: Experience the power of teamwork and working together towards a common goal.
- Kindness: Find out how small acts of kindness can make a big difference in the lives of others.
Interactive and Fun Stories
Each story in our Living Strong Kids Adventures series is designed to be interactive and fun. We encourage parents to ask questions and engage with their children while reading, making the stories not only educational but also a bonding experience. At the end of each story, you’ll find discussion questions that can help reinforce the lessons learned and spark meaningful conversations.
Download Each Story
Parents can easily download each story by clicking HERE. These downloadable stories are perfect for on-the-go reading and sharing with friends and family.
Live Readings
We are also excited to announce that we will be doing live readings at daycare centers, schools, and youth organizations. Be sure to visit our events page to find out when we will be in your area. These live readings are a great way for children to experience the magic of our stories in person and interact with the characters they love.
Upcoming Release: “Chris’ Adventure” Follow-Up
In addition to our new Living Strong Kids Adventures book, we are delighted to share that the follow-up to “Chris’ Adventure” will also be released in August 2024. This sequel promises to be just as captivating and adventurous as the first book, continuing Chris’ journey in a way that will enchant both new and returning readers. Our featured illustrator for book two is Sonali Mohanty, whose vibrant and engaging artwork will bring the story to life.
About the Authors
For those who might not know me, my name is Peter Liciaga, a martial arts master teacher who has been empowering families and individuals in Mount Laurel, NJ since 1999. My journey in martial arts and education has always been about inspiring others to live strong, confident lives. During the pandemic in 2020, I produced a podcast and live Zoom series with alumni from the musical Starlight Express, connecting people and spreading positivity during challenging times.
My daughter, Alex Liciaga, and I share a passion for storytelling and empowering the next generation. Alex has been instrumental in bringing these stories to life, and together, we aim to make a lasting impact on young readers. Our mission is to empower families, especially parents and grandparents, to empower the children in their lives.
Stay tuned for more updates and make sure to mark your calendars for August 2024! We can’t wait to share these wonderful stories with you and your children.
🌟💖 Together, let’s inspire and empower the next generation to live strong and be their best selves. 🌟💖
