Shantel Patt is a wife, mother, educator, and the bold creative force behind minimalist books that spark joy, inspire calm, and awaken confidence. With a passion for simplicity and soul, her work invites readers to slow down, embrace mindful moments, and live with intention.
For those stepping into teaching, Class Is In Session: The Expectant Teacher Survival Handbook is an essential, heart-centered guide to thriving with courage and compassion in the classroom. When the holidays beckon, Christmas Coloring Book: Bold & Easy wraps you in festive warmth and creative cheer. And for anyone craving playful inspiration, Bold and Easy Coloring Book: Food & Snacks Edition serves up deliciously fun designs to ignite your imagination.
Shantel’s books are more than just pages—they are vibrant invitations to choose love daily, celebrate life boldly, and nurture the soul with creativity. Crafted with heart and filled with intention, her work lights a path toward confidence, calm, and joyful living. Each creation reflects her belief that life is not merely about surviving but about embracing every moment with love and fearless passion.
Shantel Patt is a wife, mother, educator, and the bold creative force behind minimalist books that spark joy, inspire calm, and awaken confidence. With a passion for simplicity and soul, her work invites readers to slow down, embrace mindful moments, and live with intention.
For those stepping into teaching, Class Is In Session: The Expectant Teacher Survival Handbook is an essential, heart-centered guide to thriving with courage and compassion...
Some days, the weight of teaching feels heavier than anyone could explain. You walk into your classroom already tired. The stack of papers is taller than your coffee mug, and your smile feels a little forced. You love what you do — you know this is your calling — but lately, it’s been harder to feel the joy in it.
You whisper to yourself, “Lord, this can’t be it forever.”
And you’re right — it won’t always be like this.
There’s a verse that’s carried me through seasons like this one:
Now, let’s go ahead and get one thing straight — I run a very organized household. Or at least, I try to. Between kids, chaos, and trying to hold on to a little peace, I need structure wherever I can get it. So I’ve decided: the calendar year doesn’t run on months anymore — it runs on vibes.
From October 1st through 31st, it’s Halloween Season. Spooky Season. Candy everywhere, skeletons on the porch, and me pretending not to eat the Reese’s I swore were “for the trick-or-treaters.” There’s...
Everyone tells you to have the perfect first day — but here’s the truth: it doesn’t exist. And that’s okay.
If you’ve been scrolling teacher Instagram, flipping through Pinterest checklists, or hearing stories from veteran educators, it’s easy to believe your first day should be flawless. The perfect outfit. The perfect lesson. The perfect class. But here’s a secret I wish I’d known: no first day is perfect.
And honestly? It doesn’t need to be.
Instead of chasing perfection, focus on what really...
