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Angier Mom Writes Book to

Address Bullying

Andrea Lockhart-Nixon, of Angier has
written and published a new book ti-
tled, Two Muffins. This is the first in
the series, Aaron’s Life Journeys. Her
next book in her series is titled, The
Tool Box, which is due to come out in
the spring of 2019. Andrea’s books deal
with issues such as bullying, childhood
obesity, prejudice within children be-
cause of their differences, while teach-
ing the importance of acceptance, di-
versity, and valuing God’s creation.

The book tells the story about a 5-year
old little boy named Aaron and a five-
year-old little girl named Peggy, who is
nick named, “Cutie Pie Peggy,” in the
book. Peggy is a chubby little girl who
loves to eat and is often teased about
her weight.

Aaron, in the story, is the coolest little
boy in his class. However, Aaron needs
to be taught a lesson about acceptance
and how God wants us to view others.
When the class see how Aaron tease Andrea Lockhart Nixon, author of Two Muffins
(a form of bullying) Peggy, they begin
to do the same. Ms. Molly (lead teacher) and Ms. Joybell
(assistant teacher) know they must come up with a plan to bases. It is her middle son, Aaron, life experiences, that in-
teach the children, especially Aaron, how to embrace oth- spired her to write. It is Andrea’s hope, throughout her se-
ers and their differences. ries of books, she will reach children who may share some
of Aaron’s experiences and gain positive views and hope
Andrea’s books can be used as a teaching tool for teachers, for a more accepting world.
parents, churches, and other organizations that advocate for
children. It is a terrific book for opening the pathway to talk For more details about Andrea or her book, visit http://An-
about children with Autism, ADHD, and other disabilities. drealockhartnixon.wixsite.com/twomuffins
Andrea books have questions at the end, that can be used
as an ice breaker for sensitive topics that most people find Follow her on social media:
uncomfortable to discuss. Facebook – www.facebook.com/andrea.lockhartnixon.90

Andrea’s books for the most part is written on a non-fiction Twitter – www.twitter.com/aljseries_books

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