Lori Orlinsky returns to the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate her latest Certified Great Read "Balloons for Tiger". If you have ever loved a pet you know how hard it can be when it is time to say goodbye. Lori's new book is a wonderful resource that families can use to help kids process and talk about those difficult times. Click here to visit Lori's website - https://loriorlinskyauthor.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com...
May 04, 2021•27 min
Julian Reeve is on the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate Captain Perfection & the Secret of Self Compassion. Julian tells us that self-compassion is ‘the art of being kind to yourself’ and is proven to help manage perfectionism, channeling it in healthier ways. This self-help book inspires children to understand their perfectionism before encouraging them to build their very own ‘self-compassion superpower’, a valuable resource when unhealthy perfectionism hits. Click here to visit Julian's websit...
May 03, 2021•32 min
Vincent M Kelly is on the show to celebrate his wonderful children's book All People Are Beautiful. Vincent believes that there’s no better way to talk about diversity and acceptance than with bright colors, fun artwork and a reminder that we are all beautiful. Click here to visit Vincent's website - https://vincentmkelly.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com...
May 02, 2021•26 min
Amanda Lauer & Carolyn Astfalk, two members of CatholicTeenBooks.com, talk to us about ways we can use books to talk about faith with our teens. Both authors agree that talking about faith filled fiction can be a more comfortable way for families to talk about difficult topics. Click here to visit www.CatholicTeenBooks.com Click here to visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com...
May 01, 2021•51 min
Ilyasah Shabazz was just two years old when her father, civil rights leader Malcolm X, was murdered. She is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her powerful new book The Awakening of Malcolm X. This is a powerful narrative account of the activist's adolescent years in jail. Click here to visit Ilyasah's website - https://www.ilyasahshabazz.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com...
Apr 30, 2021•30 min
Alexia Brown welcomes Mary DeMocker to the second episode of Protecting The Planet With Your Kids. Mary is the author of The Parents’ Guide to Climate Revolution: 100 Ways to Build a Fossil-Free Future, Raise Empowered Kids, and Still Get a Good Night’s Sleep. This is an important book that gives parents information they need to get families working together to protect our planet. Click here to visit Mary's website - https://www.marydemocker.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.ReadingWith...
Apr 29, 2021•28 min
Today we welcome Miss Storybook to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast Miss Storybook is the host of a fun Youtube Channel for kids. She tells us her IMAGINICAL MAILBOX is a welcoming place for children of all ages to share their stories. She celebrates all voices from far and wide and encourage everyone to be their own author. Click Here To Visit Miss Storybook's Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf2PCQe3WWn1X0dLfUkFadA Click here to visit our website - www.jedlie.com...
Apr 27, 2021•27 min
Don't miss this powerful & inspiring conversation with Steve Pemberton. Steve's story is about defying seemingly insurmountable odds to become a trail-blazing corporate executive, enlightened diversity leader, visionary youth advocate, and acclaimed speaker. His best-selling memoir, A Chance in the World, recounts his triumphant life journey and drive to become a man of resilience, determination and vision. Click here to visit Steve's website - https://www.stevepemberton.io/ Click here to vi...
Apr 26, 2021•40 min
Carmen Viktoria Gamper is on the #Podcast to celebrate her Flow To Learn Parent's Guide. This is an uplifting, illustrated guide with 52 weeks of insights into flow states, mindful support, and practical suggestions to create inspiring play and learning environments. Child-led learning opportunities readily entice children to focus deeply, which boosts their love for learning, creativity, and well-being while freeing up the adult’s time. Click here to visit the Flow To Learn Website - https://fl...
Apr 25, 2021•30 min
Time for another Saturday Double Header! Elyssa Nicole Trust celebrates Daisy Moves To America and talks about how hard it can be to be the new kid at school. And Sharice Rascoe celebrate Shaina's World, My Family & Autism, which is based on her life growing up with two brothers on the autism spectrum Please visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com
Apr 24, 2021•38 min
Author Luke Cunningham is on the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate his #MiddleGrade #Novel LEO, Inventor Extraordinaire. Luke tells us this book is going to excite kids, and adults, who love mysteries and puzzles. He also tells why he thinks reading this book together with your kids is a perfect way to get them interested in the STEM fields. Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com
Apr 23, 2021•31 min
We are celebrating Earth Day 2021 with a series of special episodes we are calling Protecting The Planet With Your Kids! Alexia Brown joins Jedlie to interview Jodi Wheeler-Toppen, author of This Is A Book You Read With a Worm. Jodi tells us why it is important to speak with our young kids about climate change, and how we can do it without scaring them. She also shares some fun & totally interactive activities your family can do with a worm. Click here to visit Jodi's website - https://onceu...
Apr 22, 2021•28 min
Ruth Spiro is on the podcast to celebrate her delightful new picture book Maxine & the Greatest Garden Ever. We also talk about Ruth's amazing Baby Loves Science series which teaches very young kids about gravity, engineering and quarks! Click here to visit Ruth's website - https://ruthspiro.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com
Apr 20, 2021•25 min
J B Frank joins us for a fun celebration of Count On Me, 1, 2, 3! The World can be a scary place sometimes. It is a good thing there are so many people we can count on to love & support us. We also celebrate Somewhere In The City. Join us as we talk about the many benefits kids, and parents, experience reading together. Click here to visit J B's website - https://jbfrank.net/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com...
Apr 19, 2021•30 min
Talitha Shipman celebrates her picture book Finding Beauty. Talitha tells us you are beautiful from the top of your head to the tip of your toes--but beauty is far more than something you can have. It's also something you have to find. In other people. In nature. In acts of kindness. In math, and art, and music, and sports. Click here to visit Talitha's website - http://www.talithashipman.com/ Please click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com...
Apr 18, 2021•26 min
Dori Hillestead Butler & Kevan Atteberry are on the podcast to celebrate Pet Parade, the second book in their Dear Beast series. Dori tells us about the challenges she experienced telling an epistolary story, through a series of letters between pets. Mikaela Wilson also joins us to celebrate her Live, Laugh & Grow series. Please visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com
Apr 17, 2021•38 min
Dr Christine Isley Farmer celebrates Finding My Yip, the first book in her Boomer's Tale Series. This book tells the story of how a dog that couldn't yip and a girl who stutters are able to find their voices. Dr Christine is Professor Emerita of Music at Middle Tennessee State University. The power of stories and music’s healing qualities have woven their way through her life and inspired Finding My Yip. Click here to visit Dr Christine's website - https://goodreadsbychristine.com/ Click here to...
Apr 16, 2021•26 min
Educator & author Ben Lancour is on the podcast to celebrate his debut picture book Henry and the Gym Monster. Ben talks about the inspiration for writing a book that helps kids learn to make better decisions in the physical education setting. He also helps us understand how gym class has evolved. Click here to purchase Henry and the Gym Monster on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3a8p4zW Please visit our web site www.readingwithyourkids.com...
Apr 15, 2021•28 min
Donna Galanti is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #MiddleGrade #Novel Unicorn Island. This series tells the stories of a young girl who discovers a mysterious island full of mythical beasts and darker dangers! We have a wonderful time speaking with Donna about what inspires her to write for this audience. Please consider supporting the podcast by using this link to purchase Unicorn Island on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3dU9V6f Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids....
Apr 13, 2021•25 min
Dr Lucille Burbank is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate The Inside Secrets Of Sesame Street. Dr Lucille served as educational consultant for this show that changed so many lives. She tells us how the series, started as a way to give all kids the foundation to become life long readers and learners. You can support the podcast by using this link to purchase Dr Lucille's Books on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3dYiUn7 Please visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com...
Apr 12, 2021•35 min
This is such a fun conversation. Sean March joins us to celebrate his Middle Grade Novel Little Wade and Watchtower: Abigail and the Great Gang Trap. Sean talks to us about how we can help our kids discover they can be braver than they ever imagined. Click here to visit Sean's website - https://www.littlewadeandwatchtower.com/ Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com...
Apr 11, 2021•30 min
It's Double Header Saturday. During the Summer of 2021 we will be featuring two great authors on our Saturday podcasts. Kathleen Davis tells us how her kids' fear of the dark inspired her to write Brave. And Marla Huehmer shares ways families can have fun making their own picture books. Please visit our website www.readingwithyourkids.com
Apr 10, 2021•29 min
Therese Van Ryne is on the podcast to celebrate Zippy's Special Gift. This delightful picture book, which has been named a Reading With Your Kids Certified Great Read, helps remind kids to celebrate their unique talents and abilities. Click here to support the podcast by purchasing Zippy on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2Q17F4Q Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com
Apr 09, 2021•23 min
Emmy winning Sports Anchor & author Andrew Luria celebrates his Adventures Of Charlie Marley Middle Grade Series. This is a fun series that takes readers back in time to some of the most celebrated moments in sports history. Click here to visit Andrew's Website - https://www.charliemarley.com/ Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com
Apr 08, 2021•25 min
Author & Physician Rajani LaRocca celebrates her middle grade novel in verse "Red, White & Whole."Reha has two lives: one that is Indian, one that is not. It is 1983, and she is thirteen, and in one life, she loves hanging out with friends, dancing to pop music, and watching Cyndi Lauper on MTV. In the other, she listens to Hindi film songs, wears homemade clothes, and spends her weekends with her Indian community. Click here to visit Rajani's website - https://www.rajanilarocca.com/ Ple...
Apr 06, 2021•28 min
Today we are joined by Erminia & Tania, two incredibly talented young women who are part of the team of authors who created Voces Sin Fronteras, Our Stories, Our Truth. This is a collection of comics that reveal the human side of the immigration debate. Joining them is the founder of Shout Mouth Press Kathy Crutcher. You can support the podcast by using this link to purchase Voce Sin Fronteras on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2OnqfDS Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com...
Apr 05, 2021•40 min
Award winning Children's Author & School Librarian Kena Sosa celebrates her children's book Rey Antonio - Rey Feo, along with her other wonderful books. We also have a passionate discussion about the value of a great school library Click here to visit Kena's website - https://www.kenasosa.com/ Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com
Apr 04, 2021•30 min
Kids who are deaf and hearing impaired can be great friends! Michelle Wagner celebrates Mickey On The Move, a heartwarming picture book inspired by her son. This is a wonderful conversation about accepting differences and inclusion. You can support the podcast by using this link to purchase Mickey on the Move from Amazon - https://amzn.to/3fu3HfQ Please visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com...
Apr 03, 2021•24 min
Dr Beth Brown is on the podcast to celebrate Adventures With Divot & Swish in Costa Rica - The Superpower of Courage. Dr Beth wants to inspire kids to find the courage to go outside of their comfort zone to explore new places and adventures, and to meet new friends. Click here to visit Dr Beth's website - https://adventureswithdivotandswish.com/about Please visit our website - www.ReadingWithYourKids.com...
Apr 02, 2021•27 min
Multi award winning author Jane Yolen is on the podcast to celebrate Bear Outside, one of the 400 books Jane has had published. Jane tells us how the idea that grew into this book was planted after she saw a bizarre drawing of a little girl staring out of a bear’s mouth. Jane also tells us how we train ourselves to see the hundreds of story ideas that surround us every moment of every day. Click here to visit Jane's web site - https://www.janeyolen.com/ Please visit our website - www.readingwith...
Apr 01, 2021•37 min
