In this special extended episode, Colby and Travis discuss the year that was in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 12 min
In this episode, picture book maker Michaela Goade takes us behind the scenes of her author/illustrator debut, BERRY SONG, and talks about her experience winning the 2021 Caldecott Medal for WE ARE WATER PROTECTORS (written by Carole Lindstrom). This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to ...
Dec 19, 2022•19 min
Colby Sharp and Donalyn Miller (co-authors of THE COMMONSENSE GUIDE TO YOUR CLASSROOM LIBRARY) discuss reading plans and how they can encourage students become more independent readers. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book...
Nov 30, 2022•16 min
In this episode, author Kyle Lukoff takes us behind the scenes of his Newbery Honor winning middle grade novel, TOO BRIGHT TO SEE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Nov 23, 2022•15 min
In this episode, legendary horror writer R.L. Stine talks about his life and career. Stine also takes us behind the scenes of his latest short story series, STINETINGLERS. This is part two of a two-part episode. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an a...
Oct 30, 2022•12 min
In this episode, legendary horror writer R.L. Stine talks about his life and career. Stine also takes us behind the scenes of his latest short story series, STINETINGLERS. This is part one of a two-part episode. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an a...
Oct 09, 2022•13 min
In this episode, author Derrick Barnes takes us behind the scenes of the graphic novel VICTORY. STAND!, which tells the story of American runner Tommie Smith and his fight for civil rights. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the ...
Sep 26, 2022•17 min
In this episode, Newbery Medal-winning author Katherine Applegate takes us behind the scenes of her latest book, ODDER. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Sep 11, 2022•17 min
In this episode, author Amy Sarig (A.S.) King takes us behind the scenes of her latest book, ATTACK OF THE BLACK RECTANGLES. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Aug 20, 2022•38 min
Part two of a special LIVE episode. Meg Medina (2019 Newbery Medalist) and Christina Soontornvat (2021 Newbery Honoree x2) talk about their writing process and answer speed round questions. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the ...
Aug 11, 2022•26 min
Part one of a special LIVE episode. Meg Medina (2019 Newbery Medalist) and Christina Soontornvat (2021 Newbery Honoree x2) talk about their Newbery experiences and their new books. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ...
Jul 31, 2022•21 min
In this episode, two-time Caldecott Medal winning author/illustrator Sophie Blackall takes us behind the scenes of her latest picture book, FARMHOUSE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jul 18, 2022•23 min
In this episode book creators Bob Shea and Brian Won take us behind the scenes of their new board book series ADURABLE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jun 23, 2022•34 min
In this episode, Colby talks with writer, speaker, Nerdy Book Club co-founder, Book Whisperer, and former teacher Donalyn Miller about her book THE JOY OF READING, co-written with the late Teri Lesesne. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio samp...
Jun 10, 2022•18 min
In this episode, author/illustrator Ben Zhu takes us behind the scenes of his picture book debut, DESSERT ISLAND . Ben also talks about the creation of Gallery Nucleus . This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
May 30, 2022•11 min
In this episode, author/illustrator Rebekah Lowell takes us behind the scenes of her novel-in-verse, THE ROAD TO AFTER . This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
May 22, 2022•20 min
In this episode, author/illustrator/cartoonist Grant Snider takes us behind the scenes of his picture book, ONE BOY WATCHING. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book Read the World: Rethinking Literacy for Empathy and Action in a Digital Age by Kristin Ziemke and Katie Muhtaris This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for ...
May 02, 2022•10 min
In this episode, author/illustrator and comics creator Lucy Knisley takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade graphic novel series, PEAPOD FARM, and much more. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Apr 16, 2022•32 min
In this episode, comics creator Aron Nels Steinke takes us behind the scenes of his graphic novel series MR. WOLF'S CLASS. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Mar 30, 2022•18 min
In this episode, Jennifer Flannery talks about her unlikely path to becoming Gary Paulsen's agent, and shares what it was like to work with the legendary author. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Mar 19, 2022•29 min
Author Gordon Korman is about to publish his 100th (!) book. In this episode, Korman takes us behind the scenes of his life and career, including the story of how he wrote his first book in 7th grade. This episode is sponsored by BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO BOOK CLUBS , written by Sonja Cherry-Paul and Dana Johansen and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrate...
Feb 27, 2022•20 min
In this episode, author Lisa Fipps takes us behind the scenes of her Printz Honor-winning book, STARFISH. This episode is sponsored by TRUSTING READERS: POWERFUL PRACTICES FOR INDEPENDENT READING , written by Jennifer Scoggin and Hannah Schneewind and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on t...
Feb 09, 2022•24 min
In this episode, Colby and Travis react to the 2022 ALA Youth Media Awards, including the Newbery and Caldecott Medal winners. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book Read the World: Rethinking Literacy for Empathy and Action in a Digital Age by Kristin Ziemke and Katie Muhtaris This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for...
Jan 25, 2022•34 min
In this episode, Colby and Travis look ahead to the new year in children's books. This episode is sponsored by Heinemann and their professional book Read the World: Rethinking Literacy for Empathy and Action in a Digital Age by Kristin Ziemke and Katie Muhtaris This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nos...
Jan 09, 2022•27 min
In this special extended episode, Colby and Travis discuss the year that was in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by LEADING LITERATE LIVES , written by Stephanie Affinito and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for a...
Dec 30, 2021•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, author James Ponti takes us behind the scenes of his series, CITY SPIES. This episode is sponsored by LEADING LITERATE LIVES , written by Stephanie Affinito and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sampl...
Dec 18, 2021•32 min
In this episode, author Amy Timberlake takes us behind the scenes of her chapter book, EGG MARKS THE SPOT, illustrated by Jon Klassen. This episode is sponsored by TRUSTING READERS: POWERFUL PRACTICES FOR INDEPENDENT READING , written by Jennifer Scoggin and Hannah Schneewind and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for t...
Nov 25, 2021•37 min
In this episode, author Betsy Bird takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade historical fiction novel, LONG ROAD TO THE CIRCUS, illustrated by David Small. This episode is sponsored by TRUSTING READERS: POWERFUL PRACTICES FOR INDEPENDENT READING , written by Jennifer Scoggin and Hannah Schneewind and published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions ...
Nov 14, 2021•31 min
In this episode, Colby talks with Wesley Adams, Gary Paulsen's editor at Farrar, Straus and Giroux, about the late author's life, work, and singular personality. This episode is sponsored by the Math by the Book series, published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to gi...
Oct 31, 2021•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, New York Times bestselling author R.J. Palacio (WONDER) takes us behind the scenes of her latest novel, PONY. This episode is sponsored by the Math by the Book series, published by Heinemann. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audi...
Oct 10, 2021•24 min
