12-03-14 - Babies Are A Gift That...
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- Category: Authors
- Published: Tuesday, 02 December 2014 06:00
Ottawa author Maria Costa has written her first book “Babies Are a Gift That…” with proceeds from book sales go to Restoring Hope. Learn more about Restoring Hope youth grop-in centre and Maria's heart for children of all ages. Click here for Care's interview on this week's Kids Wednesday Bookmark!
“Babies Are a Gift That…” can be purchase at Salem Storehouse, 1558 Merivale Rd with 100% of proceeds going to Restoring Hope.
*Maria will be at Salem Storehouse EVERY Saturday until Christmas for book signings. Purchase a copy of the book and have it dedicated!
Introducing a new baby to siblings can be tricky at the best of times. Maria Costa has written a book that will help prepare your little darlings for the arrival of baby. By preparing them for what to expect, and explaining very gently where they came from and why they are a good thing, Costa has covered all basis for baby’s arrival.
Proceeds from book sales go to Restoring Hope, a youth drop-in shelter in Ottawa for homeless young men and women ages 16-25.
About Restoring Hope: Located at First Baptist Church (corner of Laurier & Elgin) they operate 3 nights a week providing a clean bed, food and security. In the morning, they are sent with a bagged lunch and are connected to resources within the city to help them find housing, finish school, and obtain aid for addictions and mental health problems, etc. Most importantly, they are introduced to the God who will restore hope for change. restoringhope.ca
About the Author:
Maria Costa is a first time author who has always had an affinity with children. As a young child she spent all of her time with her Nonna Rosa who made her childhood a wonderful experience. Maria's belief is that children are amazing teachers and that they are here to show us the way to love. Writing children's books, creating art workshops with a focus on children with different learning styles such as ADD, ADHD, Asperger Syndrome and developing her website to assist parents with their children are Maria's endeavors.
Maria is also making her debut as an artist, her works can be viewed at her website. She now lives in southern Ontario with her son Joseph and her family.
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