📚 Serving Through Stories

From the Air Force to the classroom—and now to the pages of children’s books.

In this week’s episode of the Called 2 Serve Podcast, host Reggie Hubbard sits down with Mark McCraw, a proud Air Force veteran, educator, and prolific children’s book author.

Mark shares how his journey from military service to storytelling has been fueled by a passion for:

✏️ Literacy

👦🏽 Empowering military-dependent kids

💪 Addressing real issues like bullying

📖 Leaving a legacy through education and imagination

His words are shaping the next generation—and his mission to serve is far from over.

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📝 Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:51 Meet Mark McCraw: Educator, Author, and Veteran

01:32 Mark's Journey to Becoming an Author

04:06 Writing Military Dependent Books

09:31 Challenges and Triumphs as a Disabled Veteran

17:05 Mark's Writing Process and Inspirations

18:59 Literacy, Learning, and Legacy

25:30 Advice for Veterans and Final Thoughts

30:13 Closing Remarks and Appreciation

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