Mightywaybooks Presents: Kids and Kindness - Encouraging stories for children 8-13.

Last week, Rachel, Veronica, and Marguerita agreed to have a Double Dutch demonstration and a beauty pageant for the community but didn't know where to begin. Things began looking up when they met with Mrs. Agnes Miller. They hoped she had the answers they needed to get started. Instead, she challenged them to do what they could and told them to come back to her in two weeks. They wanted to show Mrs. Miller some progress, so the girls knew it was time to get to work.

In our last episode, Rachel began to see Veronica differently. One she learned of Veronica's illness; she understood the reason behind her cousin's bad attitude and why she had not been given the chance to meet any of Veronica's friends.

In our last episode, Rachel was surprised when Veronica agreed to invite some of her friends over. The afternoon would become even more special because Veronica's mom said she would prepare lunch. Unfortunately, after waiting for more than an hour, the luncheon never happened. At least this time, Rachel came to understand the problem.

In Chapter 10, Rachel's Aunt Marion believed Rachel and her cousin Veronica were getting along nicely. She even compared them to herself and Rachel's mom when they were girls. Unfortunately, Rachel couldn't get up the nerve to tell Aunt Marion how wrong he was. She decided to stay silent about the discourteous treatment she was receiving from Veronica every day.

In Chapter 9, we found that things weren't going so well for Rachel. Her parents were headed back to New Jersey and Veronica had made it clear that she was in charge. While remembering what her father said about showing kindness to others, Rachel couldn't see how she and Veronica could ever be Friends.

In our last episode, Rachel was on her way to her aunt and uncle's house in Chicago. Her feelings were mixed. Both her mom and dad assured her she was going to have a good time, but once she met her cousin Ronnie, Rachel didn't know what to expect.

This week is an encore presentation of A Promise and A Rainbow - Chapter 8 Arrival.

In Chapter 7, Rachel realized her trip to Chicago was going to happen. In fact, before she could try and protest one last time, her bags had already been loaded into the car, and she was on her way. All she could do now was hope that her parents were right about the good time they believed awaited her.

Last week, the girls of the Double Dutch Club had a special surprise for Coach Hughes and she loved it. She did, however, sense something was bothering Rachel. When Rachel shared that she didn't want to go to Chicago, Coach Hughes encouraged her to try and see her trip as an opportunity to meet new people and learn new things.

In Chapter 5, Rachel dreaded the thought of letting her friends know she would be spending the summer in Chicago and not jumping Double Dutch with them. She knew the truth had to be told and was surprised by her friends' reaction to her news.

In Chapter 4, Rachel was feeling good about passing her math exam. After finding a note from her parents, she was certain they had a great surprise waiting for her. However, Rachel's world was turned upside down when that prize was finally revealed.

In last week's episode, Rachel was excited because it was next to the last day of school before summer vacation. She was anxious to turn in her books and surprised to find that teachers and cafeteria workers alike, were just as happy as students to welcome summer's arrival.

Last week, while caught in a rainstorm with her dad, Rachel learned an important lesson about rainbows. "They remind us of God's promises," her father told her. Amazed by its beauty, Rachel decided she would forever look for a rainbow after a rainstorm.

Last week, in Chapter 1, Rachel had great news for The Double Dutch Club. With Summer just around the corner, she had passed her end of the year math test and was looking forward to jumping Double Dutch with her friends. Surprisingly, she was confused when they didn't see happy about her good news.

This week's story is A Promise and a Rainbow - Book 3 in The Double Dutch Club Series written by Mabel Elizabeth Singletary.

This week, listen to another episode of Behind the Story with the Author Mabel Elizabeth Singletary. Our story is: Leon's Share which is book one in The Young Conquerors Series.

Last week, in part 1 of Chapter 11, Leon had dressed his best and was anxious to get to school. On this morning, Nana and Pop knew something was different about their youngest grandson. And while unusually quiet on the way to school, Leon hoped others would see the change in him that he believed had taken place.

In Chapter 10, Autumn returns to Mrs. Kelso's classroom, but Leon was not happy when her seat is changed. This was not what he had expected after having completed all of his assignments and turning them in. Doing this, he figured his teacher and his classmates would see how serious he was about doing better in school. However, he felt encouraged when Keith Porter supported him in his attempt to make things right with Autumn Tanner.

In our last episode, Leon had to face Autumn and her parents. Pop and Nana had insisted he apologize for embarrassing Autumn in class. Leon was surprised at the kindness he received from the Tanner family and realized how much he wanted Autumn to be his friend.

In Chapter 8, Leon learned that Autumn has Achromatopsia; she was colorblind. Now he felt bad about the joke he made in class. Principal Todd instructed Leon to stay away from Autumn. Leon wondered how he was going to give Autumn the apology he knew she deserved.

This is an encore presentation of Leon's Share Chapter 8 Achromatopsia.

Last week, we learned that once Mrs. Kelso sent Leon to Principal Todd's office, he knew he was in big trouble. Feeling bad about what he'd done to embarrass Autumn, Leon accepted whatever punishment was waiting for him. He knew he deserved it.

In our last episode, Leon learned an important lesson - sometimes words can hurt. When he thought he had finally found a way to get rid of Autumn by telling one of his jokes, Leon quickly realized what resulted was so much more that he had intended.

Last week, Leon decided to let Mrs. Kelso know he was ready to take hi studies seriously. Unfortunately, his news was interrupted by the arrival of a new student named Autumn. Though he decided to show his intelligence by doing an exceptional job on a math assignment. That idea also failed when a classmate accused him of cheating. Leon knew his attempt to change his ways had failed, but he also knew he would have to keep trying.

In Chapter 4, Derrick told Leon he was a cheater because he didn't want anyone to know how smart he was. This was the moment Leon remembered how Pop had talked about him going to college and how Mrs. Kelso had been so impressed with his poem. Leon decided it was time to come clean.

This week, we will have an encore presentation of Leon's Share which is Book 1 in The Young Conquerors Series.

In Chapter 3, Leon wondered if he would ever do something good enough to have Nana bake a Sweet Potato pie just for him. He looked up to his big brother Derrick but wasn't sure he could ever live up to his brother's accomplishments.

In our last episode, Leon Chandler and Keith Porter did not look forward to working together, but Mrs. Kelso had assigned them the task of sharing their poems. Leon was careful not to discourage Keith, and when it was time to share his own poem, Leon made one up. To his surprise, Mrs. Kelso heard his words and was amazed. Leon's secret was out. He was truly a gifted poet.

Last week, in the first chapter of Leon's Share, we met Leon Chandler, a fifth grader at Clara Barton Elementary School. Leon seems to have one goal - that is to keep his classmates laughing. Unfortunately, his joke telling is the very thing that keeps getting him into trouble at school.

This week Mightwaybooks Presents: Leon's Share -Book One in The Young Conquerors Series.

This week, in an episode of Behind the Story with the Author, we take a look at the inspiration for writing book 2 in The Double Dutch Club Series - Something to Jump About.

Last week, the girls of the Double Dutch Club made it to the finals and realized the competition would be tough. They knew they would have to outperform a team called Excellence. Earlier, Brittan had said she didn't want to jump, but when she saw her dad had made it to the competition, she knew she had something to jump about.

Last week, in part one of Chapter 14, the girls of the Double Dutch Club wearing their gold and purple uniforms, were ready to get to The Coliseum. Rachel noticed her dad was missing and Brittany was concerned that she didn't see her mom. Mrs. Carter reassured them both that all was fine. The team and their chaperones boarded the van, but once they arrived, a nervous Brittany said she didn't want to jump. Everyone joined hands while Nancy said a prayer - a prayer that helped Brittany walk inside the beautiful Coliseum determined to jump with her team.

Last week, the girls of the Double Dutch Club were excited to reach North Carolina. Coach Hughes reminded them of the importance of getting a good night's rest. This way, they would be at their best for the competition. For them, the chance for their dream to become Double Dutch champions was only one day away from becoming a reality.

In our last episode, Brittany learned a lesson about believing. The Coach and Mr. Carter were believing for a van to transport the girls to North Carolina for the competition. Nancy believed The Double Dutch Club had a good chance to win. And Tanya tried to help Brittany believe her father might come to see her jump. It seemed everyone was learning the importance of having faith.

Last week, The Double Dutch Club officially welcomed two new members - Brittany and Amber. Upon receiving her purple and gold t-shirt and shorts, Amber was able to let go of her disappointment of not being able to jump in the upcoming competition. Brittany was overjoyed that she had been accepted by this special group of friends called The Double Dutch Club.

In Chapter 10, Brittany wouldn't open a letter she received from her father. She didn't find out its contents until Tanya opened it and read it. Brittany didn't put much faith in learning her father wanted to attend the competition, but Tanya encouraged her to pray and believe that her dad would make it to North Carolina and see her jump.

In our last episode, Brittany and Tanya couldn't jump Double Dutch for a week. Coach Hughes wanted them to think about how they had not been truthful with Mr. Stevens regarding their family tree projects. Both girls agreed they would never again do anything to jeopardize jumping with their friends in the Double Dutch Club.

In Chapter 8, Tanya thought she could help Brittany by giving her her project. Unfortunately for the both of them Mr. Stevens gave them a deadline to finish their own projects and informed them their grades would be lowered. He also insisted they tell Coach Hughes what they had done. Fearful that Coach Hughes might drop them from the team, the girls cautiously approached her to share their confession.

Last week in Part One of Something to Jump About -Chapter 8, More Than a Friend, we left off with Brittany and Tanya agreeing to have their projects ready to turn in on Monday. Mr. Stevens also informed them that their grades would be lowered.

In our last episode, Brittany was surprised when Tanya didn't show up to turn in her Family Tree Project. When Mr. Stevens expressed his pleasure with the project, Brittany felt guilty knowing she had not done the work. Even though she felt she needed to tell Mr. Stevens the truth, Brittany first decided she needed to find her friend Tanya.

Last week, Brittany had been welcomed to the Double Dutch Club, but Tanya warned if she didn't complete her project, she would not be able to jump. Knowing how important keeping up with schoolwork was to Coach Hughes, Tanya came up with a plan to help Brittany turn in her family tree project on time.

In our last episode, the girls of the Double Dutch Club were excited about the arrival of Coach Hughes. Amber and Brittany were each hoping to get a spot on the team. Coach Hughes was very impressed with the progress Amber had made over the summer. Both girls were happy when Coach Hughes made a surprising announcement.

Last week, the students in Mr. Stevens' class found themselves facing a deadline for their family tree project. While Tanya and Brittany's thoughts were focused on jumping Double Dutch on the blacktop, Tanya was glad she at least had managed to get her ideas on paper. However, she worried Brittany wouldn't finish her project at all.

In Chapter 3, Tanya introduced Brittany to the Girls in The Double Dutch Club and invited her to jump with them on the blacktop. And although Brittany didn't get a chance to jump that day, she was glad to have been included and given the opportunity to turn the ropes.

Last week, after an unfriendly encounter, Brittany and Tanya found themselves in the same homeroom. Their teacher Mr. Stevens conducted a welcoming exercise that caused the two of them to meet again. However, Tanya's discovery about Brittany made her realize that maybe the "new girl" was as confident as she appeared.

In our last episode, we met Brittany Bowman, a new girl at Grover Cleveland who seems to be able to give back what Tanya Gordan is dishing out.While Tanya is upset to find out that Ming had returned to China, she was glad to see her friends from The Double Dutch Club.Tanya did find herself wondering what the new school year had in store.

The girls of the Double Dutch Club meet up for the start of a new school year. To their surprise, they find themselves facing new changes and challenges as they look forward to getting ready for The North Carolina Jump Off.

Mabel Elizabeth Singletary shares what inspired her to write book number 3 in The Young Conquerors Series - There Are 2R's in Tomorrow.

Last week, the annual spelling bee took place and there were some surprises. When it was over, Abby was glad to find out that she and Cee Cee were not only friends, but as Cee Cee said, "We're best Friends!"