GRANDMOTHERS USE THE POWER OF STORIES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH: Grandmothers representing many of Canada's different cultures will come together to create a handbook of life lessons for today's children and youth.

It's no secret that Canadian children and youth face a number of serious issues, ranging from violence in schools to obesity and other health issues. Authors and coaches Cecile Peterkin and Cindy Stradling know that grandmothers have the answers!

Their upcoming book, "Grandma's Wisdom ~ A Time Capsule of Treasures," will pool together the real-life experiences and wisdom of women who've weathered a lifetime of challenges. The book project will benefit all involved – from the grandmothers who can make a meaningful contribution to the next generation, to the children and youth who will discover "secrets" and other gems about their own culture and history in these fascinating and true stories. Plus, 25% of the proceeds of this will be donated to the Children's Wish Foundation.

Submissions from the public are welcome, and each story should be no more than 500 words. Multiple submissions are allowed, and the best 25 stories will be published in the book. Grandmothers who want to participate can contact either Cecile or Cindy (see below for contact information) for detailed instructions.

Children and young people who want to interview their grandmothers as a school or family project can also contact Cecile or Cindy (see below) to request a free interview questionnaire.

Cecile Peterkin and Cindy Stradling are authors and coaches who are both committed to youth development and personal growth.

For more information about this project, please contact:

Cecile Peterkin by phone at 416-782-5001 by email at   cecile@cosmiccoachingcentre.com or on the web at http://www.cosmiccoachingcentre.com

OR

Cindy Stradling, CSP by phone at 416-290-5227, by email at cstradling@smartsolutionsseries.com or on the web at http://www.smartsolutionsseries.com.