Praise for Making It Up

Refreshing, exuberant, and levelheaded. . . . Making It Up is a delightful, accessible parenting guide with recommendations for incorporating creativity, respect, and wonder into playtime.
Foreword Reviews

Makes a convincing case that engaging in imaginative play with kids is an essential way for parents to combat stress and bond as a family. [Christopher] Mannino argues that the foundational 'yes, and' mindset of improv can provide a jumping-off point for caretakers and their children to shake off self-consciousness and get creative. . . . Mannino's optimistic, inquisitive approach and concrete suggestions will help parents rediscover the thrill of imagination.
Publishers Weekly

Christopher's techniques will help you engage in play with your child in a way that builds imagination. Whether your kid dreams of fantastic dragons, silly adventures, or everyday activities, this book will help you find a way to connect and create stories together.

An energetic book that encourages and models connection-building for parents through fun and imagination, extending the realm of possibility whilst teaching boundaries. It models simple ways to have quality time together in the most natural way, and encourages building positive parent-child relationships. A unique heart-warming book.

About the Author

Christopher Mannino began his writing journey after becoming stranded on a cliff in Cornwall, at the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. He watched the sunrise over castle ruins and was inspired to write The Scythe Wielder’s Secret. Since then, he’s written 30 books. He is one of Business Insider’s most read writers, with over 4.5 million readers. Before leaving teaching to raise his children as a stay-at-home dad, he was a theater teacher and improvisation coach.

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