Freeing Minds, Young and Old
True to the spirit and mission of the Free Minds Thrive brand, our books have deeper meaning that invites children to think beyond their years and stretch the amazing powers and capabilities of their curious, creative and critical minds.
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Most of our Books Have Meaning and Purpose
While we love a good laugh and quirkiness from time to time, what we really love are stories and content that have deeper meaning and invites people (including children) to think beyond their years and stretch the amazing powers and capabilities of their curious, creative and critical minds. That’s what we aim for: books with meaning and purpose.
We hope you enjoy our books as much as we enjoyed making each one of them!
Ages 4-8
It Was The Swintinks
Published: 12/15/2023
It wasnʼt the Swishmintints.
It wasnʼt the Mintinks either.
It was the Swintinks.
These were the ones who carried worlds.
This silly, quirky and strange story is the first picture book by this father-daughter team.
Authors: Ania Vincench & R.R. Vincench
Illustrators: Ania Vincench & R.R. Vincench
IMPRINT: Baybays Books (by Free Minds Thrive)
Ages 4-7
Creative & Critical Thinking (Educator Guidebook)
Unlocking Young Minds with Creative and Critical Thinking! A Parent and Teacher’s Guidebook Journey into Creative and Critical Thinking for Kids Ages 4-7.
Welcome to a world of imagination, exploration, and boundless possibilities! As parents, caregivers, and educators, you hold the key to unlocking the full potential of these young minds. Join us on our mission to FREE KIDS’ MINDS so they can THRIVE IN THIS WORLD! These skills are crucial for their growth, confidence, and success… and this book helps!
Author: R.R. Vincench
Ages 3-7
Catch Me, I’m a Dream
Catch Me, I’m a Dream is a positive and inspiring picture book introducing children to the many types of things they can aspire to become. Follow five dynamic kids and learn about life purposes, careers, character traits, and positive affirmations. This book includes “Thoughts for Little Thinkers” Extra learning opportunities at the end to further explore the book’s content and ideas.
“A sweetly illustrated picture book with a strong message of ‘be all you can be’.” – The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
Author: R.R. Vincench / Illustrator: Stefanie Geyer
IMPRINT: Free Minds Thrive Books (formerly Nonespot Publishing)
Ages 4-10
Everything, You
Experience this poetic story of Everything, from the beginning of our world all the way to You. In 40 beautifully illustrated pages, this book for little thinkers covers a wide range of ideas relating to history, science, nature, existence, and more. Birth of our universe, time, planets, Earth and life, humankind, and the reader’s special place in all of it.
This rare picture book experience expands the minds of children and their grown-ups, and includes extra learning opportunities and ideas at the end of the story.
Author: R.R. Vincench / Illustrator: Stefanie Geyer
IMPRINT: Free Minds Thrive Books (formerly Nonespot Publishing)
Ages 4-8
Tierra & Polaris
Experience this poetic story of Everything, from the beginning of our world all the way to You. In 40 beautifully illustrated pages, this book for little thinkers covers a wide range of ideas relating to history, science, nature, existence, and more. Birth of our universe, time, planets, Earth and life, humankind, and the reader’s special place in all of it.
This rare picture book experience expands the minds of children and their grown-ups, and includes extra learning opportunities and ideas at the end of the story.
Author: R.R. Vincench / Illustrator: Stefanie Geyer
IMPRINT: Free Minds Thrive Books (formerly Nonespot Publishing)
Contact Info
books@freemindsthrive.com
Long Island, NY