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Website of Dr. Tyra Manning, author of memoir Where the Water Meets the Sand. See info on Where the Water Meets the Sand book, speaking engagements and more.

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A Story is a Gift

March 10, 2017 Leave a Comment

We all have stories. Our stories are precious gifts. A story teller takes a personal risk by sharing his or her personal story often to help a colleague, a child, or perhaps a struggling stranger.   Why do we share personal stories? Many of us are motivated to share our stories when we realize someone is hurting. Sharing our personal true story or an allegory may give the listener hope, courage to move forward, a sense of solace. Stories can encourage trust in one another. A … [Read more...]

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10 Books to Read Out Loud: Read Across America

March 1, 2017 Leave a Comment

One of my favorite activities, throughout my life and as an educator, is reading to children.  I wrote briefly, last year, about an annual tradition in River Forest, where, as a special occasion, teachers would bring their classrooms to the district and I would read The West Texas Chili Monster by Judy Cox and illustrated by John O’Brian. “The children loved the bright green monster on the front cover. The story’s setting on a ranch in West Texas gave me the opportunity to talk about my … [Read more...]

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An Update On My Blog – A Brief Hiatus

October 21, 2020 Leave a Comment

It goes without saying that this year has been full of many ups and downs, and unfortunately a few … [Read More...]

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Fall One-Year Anniversary Book Sale from She Writes Press

October 15, 2020 By tyramanning Leave a Comment

I recently shared a review that my book, Your Turn: Ways to Celebrate Life Through Storytelling, was … [Read More...]

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