Lisa Renea Shaw

  “Write With Me” Workshop Celebrates Young Storytellers on National Writing Day Lisa Renea Shaw and Liam Shaw, Authors  of  Liam’s Faith Adventures      amazon.com/author/lisareneashaw   On October 20th, my son and I hosted a heartwarming and creativity-packed event titled Write With Me in celebration of National Writing Day. Designed for elementary-aged students and their families, this 60-minute workshop invited young authors into the joyful world of storytelling through interactive stations, a read-aloud, and collaborative writing activities. As the proud mommy of Liam Shaw, co-author of Liam's Faith Adventures Series, I got the opportunity to see my son encourage other young people to create their own stories and lead a mixed group of children and adults with confidence. Together, we accomplished our #1 goal - to empower young voices.  Guess what? IT WORKED!!! Kids walked away knowing that your voices matter and can be printed and shared....

    Why Celebrate Heritage Months with Kids? Every month is a celebration of humanity’s rich tapestry. Through storytelling, language, and cultural resources, My Other Tongue honors the diverse threads that shape our communities, especially for children. 1.  Building Empathy & Respect Children are invited to explore cultures beyond their own, learning to see others as neighbors, not strangers. Heritage months become a space to honor differences, recognize dignity, and foster inclusive thinking. “Celebrating heritage months teaches them to honor differences and recognize the dignity in every story.” 2.  Deepening Identity & Belonging Whether a child sees their own heritage reflected or discovers something new, these moments affirm that every story matters. My Other Tongue uses bilingual storytelling and scaffolded activities to say: “You belong. So does your neighbor.” 3.  Sparking Curiosity & Lifelong Learning Heritage months open doors to wonder ...

  Parent Guide: Using Bilingual Affirmation Cards at Home Helping Children Grow in Language, Identity, and Emotional Strength These affirmation cards are more than words—they’re tools for building confidence, emotional awareness, and bilingual fluency. Whether your child is just beginning Spanish or already learning in school, this guide will help you make the most of each card. Why Affirmations Matter Affirmations help children: Develop emotional vocabulary in both English and Spanish Build self-esteem and resilience Practice language in meaningful, everyday contexts Feel safe expressing their thoughts and feelings When paired with Spanish learning, affirmations become a bridge between language and identity. How to Use the Cards 1. Morning Routine Choose one card each morning. Read it aloud in English and Spanish. Ask your child: “What does this word mean to you?” “When have you felt this way?” 2. Emotional Check-In Use the cards during transitions (before school, after homewor...

A New Chapter Beginning! This is just the beginning. Hi! I'm Lisa— a passionate educator, entrepreneur, and mom. I've spent years working in public school as well as exploring homeschooling, traditional schooling and flexible schooling with my only child in an effort to support his God given gifts and abilities. In my pursuit of an educational freedom that allowed me to explore passions deeply and rediscover the joy of curiosity, we landing on that path of artistry and authorship. I am thrilled to announce that we have published our first children’s book series: Liam's Faith Adventures.  Designed for ages 6–9, these heartwarming stories follow young characters as they navigate everyday challenges with courage, kindness, and faith. Through relatable adventures and gentle spiritual lessons, kids will learn what it means to trust God in the little things—and the big ones too. I officially have a writer ya'll. My son is already drafting the outline for writing our next b...

  A Message to Parents: Why Your 4th Grader Deserves a Strong Start This Semester There is so much going on in the world of education and student achievement. If I weren't an educator, I would find it difficult to truly unpack how my child is being measured in terms of achievement. I would also find it difficult to truly understand how I could personally support his growth as a reader, a writer and a mathematician. Having a point of reference, example of sample performance and a resource is important. Point of Reference If you live in Georgia and your third grade child attended a public school last year, are may be aware of a test called the Georgia Milestones Assessment. This test measured your child's performance in the area of Reading, ELA and Math. According to the Georgia Department of Education, over 127,234 third graders were tested in the 2024–2025 school year. Of those: 35.4% were below grade level in reading - having a reading lexile score of lesson than 520 O...

  Teaching Spanish to Young Learners: Why Early Matters and How to Start Language is more than vocabulary—it’s identity, connection, and confidence. And when it comes to teaching Spanish to young children, the earlier we begin, the deeper the roots grow. What Is a “Mother Tongue”? A child’s mother tongue is the language they learn before the age of 8. According to UNESCO and multiple linguistic studies, early exposure to a language—especially in everyday, emotionally rich contexts—can lead to native-like fluency and cultural attachment. That means if your child begins learning Spanish before age 8, it can become part of their foundational identity—not just an academic subject. This is especially powerful for families where one parent speaks Spanish and the other does not. You don’t need to be fluent to support your child’s bilingual journey—you just need to be intentional. Why Early Spanish Learning Matters Children under 8 absorb language naturally through play, repetition, and e...