Myriam Sandler celebrates PLAYFUL BY DESIGN at B&N-Fort Lauderdale!

Join on Saturday, May 10, 2025 as we welcome the creator of Mothercould (@mothercould), , to the store to celebrate the release of !

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• Barnes & Noble reserves the right to make new rules and orders in its sole discretion with regard to COVID-19 at any time and any person not abiding by the Barnes & Noble directives will be refused entrance or directed to leave the premises.

**A ticket includes

• **A ticket PER PERSON includes one presigned copy of , along with admission to the event space to get a photo with . (LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE)**

• Photo op ONLY + one presigned copy of .

• Photos will be allowed as books are being signed and will be taken by a Barnes & Noble bookseller on the guest's camera/phone.

• Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check in.
• To avoid disappointment, we strongly advise you to arrive no later than the start time of the event. Late arrivals may not have the opportunity to enter the event space.
• No books or memorabilia will be signed at the event.

• No large bags will be permitted into the event.

• If you require special assistance or require a carer to be present, please contact the store in advance of the event.

• Barnes & Noble may cancel this event at any time with or without notice to the ticket holders.

• Some outside queuing may be required, so please do come dressed appropriately for all weathers.

• The exact time at which the event ends will be determined on the day.

• Due to health and safety and space limitations, those without a ticket will not be permitted to join the queue.

• All event guidelines are subject to change.

• If you have any additional questions, you can call the store directly at: 954-561-3732.

Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Each person must have a ticket to enter.

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Should this event be canceled due to changing COVID-19 concerns, all customers will be refunded their ticket price to the original method of payment per Eventbrite's refund policy.

Event guidelines are subject to change.

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ABOUT PLAYFUL BY DESIGN

Myriam Sandler, creator and founder of Mothercould, helps you give your kids the tools they need to unlock their imaginations and encourage kid-directed, kid-executed, and ultimately kid-enriching independent play using the materials and spaces you already have. Not only will this system help your children grow, it will also help foster a more connected, more productive, and happier home for your entire family.

Through colorful photography and vibrant illustration Playful by Design is your blueprint for effortlessly designing, installing, and maintaining your own upgraded play spaces. Myriam Sandler has created a resource to help you—easily and affordably—create spaces for independent play, no matter how big or small your home is.

Myriam shares activities that:

• Build problem-solving skills
• Encourage social and academic development
• Engage children while building moments of play and connection
• Nurture independence and self-expression
• Help work through emotions, and
• Offer parents important parenting wins that benefit the entire family

As your kids engage with self-directed, open-ended play, you'll realize what a game-changer this new dynamic is for the entire household. For the parents, there's no more feeling overwhelmed and stretched thin by unrealistic expectations about how to entertain your kids. And for your kids, you're giving them the most beautiful gift: the ability to be independent self-starters who are in touch with their own creativity. In short: everyone will feel happier, more energized, more fulfilled, and more connected.

Myriam will help you:

• Plan the space
• Declutter
• Organize by type (and customize for various age groups!)
• Set up a toy rotation system
• Maintain (easily and efficiently!)

In addition to the how, Myriam explains the why. This beautifully designed book will equip you to understand the importance of independent play, as well as set it into motion. You'll discover that boredom can be a good thing, and you'll see how it can make their imaginations blossom. This type of play creates more time for your kids to grow as creative and independent little people; more time for you to do the things you need and want to do; more peace of mind that you are, in fact, giving your kids important tools they'll thank you for one day; and more opportunities to feel the joy of all of the above.

ABOUT MYRIAM SANDLER

Myriam Sandler is the creator of Mothercould (@mothercould), a kids’ activity and family lifestyle platform with a global community of millions of parents, educators, and caregivers. Born in Venezuela and raised in Miami, Florida (where she now resides), the bilingual mother of three shares unique, short video tutorials of sensory and food recipes, parenting hacks, family travel tips, and product recommendations. The visually captivating content throughout social media and branded channels is quick and easy to follow, offering simple and accessible play solutions. This ever-expanding plat- form has been featured by outlets such as CNBC, Nickelodeon Parents, Good Morning America, Google Web Creators, The Sun, Televisa Univision, and Telemundo. Most recently, Myriam has developed problem-solving products for families, with Mothercould offerings on online retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Prior to launching Mothercould, Myriam led the women and children’s program for the Salvation Army homeless shelter in Miami, where she assisted families as they navigated out of homelessness.

For more about Myriam and Mothercould, visit: www.mothercould.com @mothercould on social media.

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