Contact: Elaine Krackau, PR by the Book, 512-733-5145, elaine@prbythebook.com

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 28 /Christian Newswire/ -- WHO: Smart Kids Publishing is an organization devoted to the worldwide betterment of children, families and the communities they live in.
 
"We saw a need in children's publishing to develop meaningful books that address issues affecting children throughout their lives, such as character development, values and living skills. Our books and our multi-media products and programs are about promoting the positive growth and development of children." -- Paula Fitzgerald, series spokesperson at Smart Kids

WHAT: "My Animal Family" is a new series of children's books that incorporates multiple learning styles into one package: a book, a DVD and online gaming site. The series DVD features award-winning BBC wildlife video footage of a particular animal species and the interactive website is designed for children to learn about animals and their habitats.

Whether exploring with baby lion Leo, watching Nanuq the baby polar bear fight with his brother, climbing trees with the monkey Korow or learning about Ella the elephant's baby cousin, the "My Animal Family" series teaches children life skills and family values.

In addition to the DVD, each book contains a secret code card that is unique to that book and will open the online habitat of the baby animal starring in the book and video. After entering a habitat (accessed through www.mafkidsclub.com), children can begin exploring the environment, playing games and earning points.

"What is so great about this series is that each book addresses all learning styles--visual, verbal and kinesthetic learners. This allows children to learn at different paces and to learn in the ways best suited to them individually," says Fitzgerald.

TOPIC IDEAS:

• How to promote a safe, educational online environment for children
• It's a family thing--teaching family values through reading, watching and playing
• The literary tradition of using animals to understand the different stages of growth we all go through
• How to recognize your children's learning style and play to their strengths

For over a decade, Smart Kids Publishing, Inc. has been innovating, designing and manufacturing children's interactive books and educational products. Its creative team has created over 200 titles that have sold millions of copies in the mass, retail trade, direct mail, direct sales and specialty markets.

For more information, please visit www.mafkidsclub.com. To schedule an interview, please contact Elaine Krackau, PR by the Book, (512) 733-5145, elaine@prbythebook.com.