About us
Why Kites are so important:
Flying kites is more than just a playful pastime-it's a powerful blend of physical movement, emotional release, and outdoor connection that nourishes both body and mind. As you run to launch a kite, your heart pumps, your lungs expand, and your body awakens with motion. Emotionally, watching a kite soar high into the sky can feel like letting go of worries, sending messages of hope, grief, or joy into the wind. The open air, the rhythm of the breeze, and the vastness of the sky create a calming, almost meditative experience that grounds the nervous system and lifts the spirit. In every tug of the string, there's freedom, focus, and healing.
Arija, Author
Arija is a devoted mother, yoga and dance instructor, and a passionate believer in the power of play, movement, and nature. While her professional background may be rooted in teaching mindfulness and creative expression, her most profound lessons have come from motherhood. She co-wrote this book with the hope to encourage children (and their grown-ups) to reconnect-with themselves, with each other, and with nature and the sky above. Flying kites can become a way to process feelings, celebrate imagination, and let go of what no longer serves us. This is her first book, crafted with heart, hope, and the belief that healing often starts when we lift our eyes and our hearts -to look to the sky. She is also currently creating KAISON, a company, devoted to helping people Thrive, especially post- trauma. Visit www.kaison.org to see what's happening, and stay in touch!
J. Lambert, Author
With over 35 years of experience working in the arts, Lambert brings creativity, imagination, and heart to every project. Growing up with a mother who was a therapist and a father who was a psychologist fostered an early awareness of the importance of mental health-a focus that continues to shape their work today. Drawing on this unique perspective, Lambert has co-written this children's series that gently introduces the subject of mental health in a way that is accessible and meaningful for young readers. This series is a blending of artistic vision with a lifelong passion for helping others grow and thrive.
Menal Bano, Illustrator
Menal Bano is a visual artist and illustrator whose artworks bring stories to life with colour, imagination, and heart. Drawing on her experience in fine art, gallery exhibitions, and child-focused creative work, she creates artwork that sparks curiosity, empathy, and wonder in young readers. Menal's illustrations are designed to be both visually engaging and deeply meaningful, supporting the heart and themes of each story. Visit menalbano.com to see more of her work.