I AM. I CAN. I WILL. EMPOWERED. ~ What if there was a children’s book series that not only instilled positive values but did so in a way that actually rewarded them for carrying through on what they learned? ~ What if it, through reading it, they became self-motivated to learn even more? ~ What if […]
JNP a hit with child caregivers from: Sweden, Germany, Bolivia, France, Thailand and Jamaica! It was JNP’s pleasure to host 10 young ladies from the local Au Pair in America here in Annapolis! Big topic of discussion: What is educational that you can do with your kids over the summer–having fun, and nurturing their character, […]
KIDS FROM ONE TO THIRTEEN YEARS OLD WERE DRAWN TO JANE, JAKE, AND ORACLE; LISTENING TO STORY READINGS WHILE COLORING THEIR VERSIONS OF THE MAIN CHARACTERS! The day was full of fun and adventures to Awesome… the weather was perfect for circle reading on a fun, awesome colored blanket, under a beautiful tree on Calvert […]
Building self-confidence and self-esteem are important for a child to grow up feeling happy and secure. By having those foundations laid early in life, the possibilities are endless as to what the future may hold. So, in a way, our next guest is in the business of creating the future – but we’ll let her […]
Like people of many races, ethnicities and religions in this country, I too have experiences and insight into being raised amidst the challenging circumstances of a poor, American city. I was born in Camden, New Jersey, often said to be the nation’s murder capital. Fortunately, I was raised by two loving parents, who above all […]
Since I pitched Shark Tank Saturday, and posted a short outline the other day of my experience, several people have inquired exactly what my content was, and how did I get all the key points about The JNP Project into 60 seconds.
When you think you have your 60 second, 170 word pitch down; your confident that your practice, practice, practice makes perfect — that voice in your head tells you “it’s going to be great!” Then, you draw a “blank!!” during part of the pitch, and stumble your words! Oh, NO!
New Annapolis business targets INNER AWESOME! By Shantee Woodards The Capital, Annapolis, Md. Dona Rudderow Sturn’s new business aims to help young people like Sarah Johnson recognize their inner awesome. She is head of the Annapolis-based JNP Project (Jane Not Plain), which works with children’s book authors and educators from around the world to create […]
Still inspired by Mom, I move forward. I hope and strive to fill her shoes…
This is the first series to focus on children’s self-esteem development.
CONTACT Us Directly: Dona Rudderow Sturn | Dona@theJNPproject.com | 3 Church Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401 | 410-224-3878
