by Hanifa K. Cook | Jan 13, 2024 | Parenting, Personal Blog
Explore my emotional reflections at my parents’ graves, inspired by photos on my phone. This blog traces my journey through loss, struggles, and redemption, highlighting the power of public speaking in overcoming grief. Celebrate my mother’s life and understand how parental legacies shape our paths. The post delves into love, grief, and personal growth, resonating with readers on their unique journeys.
by Hanifa K. Cook | Jun 22, 2023 | Language
Childhoodspeech started as a way to discover and understand the mind of a child from the lens of an adult. I have gathered more than 14 years of experience. I was once just a blogger. Now I am a professional speaker, published author and certified trainer and coach. As I seek to revive childhoodspeech, I reflect upon this experience by reconnecting with inspiration and returning to writing.
by Annie Cook | Sep 2, 2022 | Parenting
Racing Against Time, Raising $3 Million For A Baby Born With Rare Genetic Disorder
by Annie Cook | Mar 26, 2022 | Language
Do you feel worried you may be affecting your children’s language growth because you cannot speak English? My parents did not speak English at all. Live Smart.
by Annie Cook | Mar 3, 2022 | Language
I have been blogging on Childhoodspeech® for more than 10 years. My purpose is to discover how a child thinks and sees the world. In the decade long journey, I found myself uncovering events that happened in my own childhood. Although there were many events, I seem to...
by Annie Cook | Aug 31, 2021 | Language
Have you ever wondered how to speak Chinese quickly? Hi. I want to share with you a simple method by using everyday objects and pictures. Research has shown that we process information quicker when we connect it with photographs. Connect words with pictures Imagine...
by Annie Cook | Apr 29, 2021 | Music, Parenting, Personal Blog
Jazima’s Live Recital At LASALLE College of the Arts Someone once said to me, “Hanifa / Annie, when you have a child, you have them forever.” These are the words that keep ringing in my mind every time I look at my daughter, who is now 19 years old....
by Annie Cook | Jan 31, 2021 | Language
I went out for dinner with my daughter and husband a few days ago and while waiting for our meal to arrive, I started thinking about those good old days when we spent time with mum eating at this place. I could still hear her voice and see her sitting at the table...
