About
Barbara A. Lewis is a national award-winning author and educator who teaches kids how to think and solve real problems. Learn more here.
Books
She has authored nine books that have been published in fourteen different languages. Go to the books page.
Keynotes & Workshops
Barbara is a highly sought after speaker and has been invited to keynote at numerous conferences and educational events across the country. Visit the keynotes page.
Latest posts
5 Ideas for Summer Service Projects
Have you ever watched TV or spent a few moments on social media, noticed a problem that a student or someone else in your neighborhood had, and gotten a... Read More
Gratitude Is Good for the Heart: Teaching Kids the Value of Giving Thanks
“Piglet noticed that even though he had a very small heart, it could hold a rather large amount of gratitude.” (A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh) Today I read a letter that... Read More
Be Your Own Hero Summit
When I heard about this opportunity, I had to share it with you! Imagine eliminating stress, worry and struggle from your life! Did you know that so many people... Read More
Ten Things Every Student Needs to Hear from Teachers
When I returned to teaching after taking a 20-year hiatus to raise my own children, I had an opportunity to take over a sixth-grade class during the last six... Read More
Peace Corps and Service
By Barbara A. Lewis, author of The Teen Guide to Global Action Students at the University of Michigan in 1960 must have caught their breath when John F. Kennedy... Read More
Inspiring Kids to Serve Interview With Nicole Lawrence
I was recently invited to participate in an interview with the delightful Nicole Lawrence of the site Service Minded Families. During our conversation, I was able to share some... Read More