How to Compete For Your Children and Win

On average, children spend about 4 hours in front of the TV each day. Parents, on the other hand, spend only about 40 MINUTES in "meaningful" conversations with their kids each week. How, then, can parents compete with the TV (and other powerful forces) when it comes to teaching their kids good, wholesome values and beliefs? Well, "once upon a time," families used to gather around a very different form of entertainment. Books! "Great books can challenge our children to think, evaluate conditions, and make good decisions," explains V.A. McCloud, author of Harvest of Souls Crossover. "Reading with our children and discussing the stories allows us to demonstrate family values, morals, unity, and the power of having a positive attitude in difficult situations." Maybe more families should put the remote on a shelf and grab a book for the family to enjoy. After all, shouldnt it be up to families to teach "family values"? ### Ready to start reading with your kids now? Visit www.McCloudAssociates.com for a FREE sneak preview of the first chapter of Harvest of Souls Crossover.

Greenville, NC (PRWEB) July 23, 2003 - On average, children spend about 4 hours in front of the TV each day. Parents, on the other hand, spend only about 40 MINUTES in "meaningful" conversations with their kids each week.

How, then, can parents compete with the TV (and other powerful forces) when it comes to teaching their kids good, wholesome values and beliefs?

Well, "once upon a time," families used to gather around a very different form of entertainment. Books!

"Great books can challenge our children to think, evaluate conditions, and make good decisions," explains V.A. McCloud, author of Harvest of Souls Crossover. "Reading with our children and discussing the stories allows us to demonstrate family values, morals, unity, and the power of having a positive attitude in difficult situations."

Maybe more families should put the remote on a shelf and grab a book for the family to enjoy. After all, shouldnt it be up to families to teach "family values"?

Ready to start reading with your kids now? Visitwww.McCloudAssociates.com for a FREE sneak preview of the first chapter of Harvest of Souls Crossover.

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Bringing Family Values Back Home
V.A. McCloud was concerned over current "trends" in society. As children spend more time in front of the TV and less time "with" their parents, violence increases. Kids become physically and mentally out of control, even injecting fear into their own households. Not content to sit on the sidelines and watch it happen, McCloud resolved to write positive "weapons" for parents, and to encourage parents to read and spend time with their children so they can compete in a world of powerful influences. Bringing family values home, where they belong.

For over 17 years, V.A. McCloud has managed a business in Greenville, NC, which provides educational training to youth and adults; as well as business consulting services. She also enjoys writing music lyrics.

"I hope you realize how wonderful your book is. This book needs to be in every home that has children. The presentation, character structure, and message are beyond words. "
- Author Mary Wilson
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Contact: V.A. McCloud
Telephone: 1-866-355-6272
Email: mccloud@greenvillenc.com
Fax: (252) 355-0165