Inspiring Words

Celebrities (authors, musicians, actors, and sports stars) who are making a difference in the lives of children and families share their views and experiences.

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Inspiring Words: Jason Schwartzman
by Susan Hayes
Parent & Child | November ,2009
Actor and musician Jason Schwartzman encourages kids and parents to embrace whats makes them different.

Inspiring Words: Amy Poehler
by Susan Hayes
Parent & Child | October ,2009
Actress and commedienne Amy Poehler talks about one of her latest creations, Smart Girls at the Party, and her role as a new mom.

Inspiring Words: Tony Bennett
Parent & Child | September ,2009
Tony Bennett discusses the importance of education.

Inspiring Words: Brandi Chastain
by Nick Friedman
Parent & Child | June ,2009
Super soccer mom, Brandi Chastain, talks about balancing her roles as a mom and an athlete.

Inspiring Words: Katie Couric
by Susan Hayes
Parent & Child | This television journalist and single mother talks about the importance of spending time with family.

Inspiring Words: Goldie Hawn
by Jacqueline Heinze
Parent & Child | The actor proves that a little laughter goes a long way.

Inspiring Words: Queen Latifah
Parent & Child | September ,2008
The actor's crowning achievement is her work supporting hands-on learning.

Inspiring Words: George Lucas
Parent & Child | February ,2009
This world-famous filmmaker talks about the importance of thinking like a kid.

Inspiring Words: Al Roker
Parent & Child | June ,2008
This TV personality is passionate about helping kids love reading.

Inspiring Words: Dan Zanes
Parent & Child | May ,2008
Showtime with this energetic musician gets kids moving and grooving. (See a video cliip!)

Inspiring Words: Tony Hawk
Parent & Child | April ,2008
This megastar seeks balance on and off his skateboard.

Inspiring Words, Elmo Style
Parent & Child | February ,2008
The fuzzy red monster/superstar agrees to an interview.

Inspiring Words: Natalie Portman
Parent & Child | December ,2007
The Star Wars queen talks about successfully making the transition from child actor to grown-up movie star.

Inspiring Words: Alex Rodriguez
Parent & Child | November ,2007
The home-run hero talks about his new children's book, Out of the Ballpark.

Inspiring Words: Fred Savage
Parent & Child | September ,2007
The child actor and new dad tries his hand at directing a feature film.

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