Allison spends 10 minutes with award-winning author Gary Lonesborough, discussing his role in the Future You project and his latest novel ‘We Didn’t Think It Through’. Plus, find your writing voice and exciting bookmail. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Megan and Allison discuss the pure pleasure of ‘escape’ reads for kids, and Megan asks the questions educators want to know about Allison’s new book THE FIRST SUMMER OF CALLIE McGEE. Plus, podcast recommendations for writers and the importance of regional literacy programs. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Chemutai Glasheen, discussing her debut short story collection ‘I Am The Mau and other stories’, human rights and empathy. Plus, THE FIRST SUMMER OF CALLIE McGEE is out in the world, and Megan shares three new picture books she loves. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
With Megan’s new anthology ‘Teacher, Teacher’ on the shelves, Allison puts her in the hot seat to answer questions about how the book came together. Plus, Allison shares some tips for book publicity for children’s authors and Megan reveals a new graphic novel series that has been a smash hit at her house! Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Sarah Armstrong, chatting about moving from adult novels to children’s fantasy, creating magic, and her new novel MAGIC AWRY. Plus, Megan has tips for pumping up reading in schools this term, and Allison is encouraging authors to get organised. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Megan and Allison look at books that feature the sibling relationship, for all ages and stages. Plus, a tip for writers (young and young at heart), and balloons are having a moment. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Chenée Marrapodi, chatting about her debut novel, dancing and pig’s feet. Megan has tips for connecting kids to nature through books, and Allison has a great list of resources for educators. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with bestselling author R. A. Spratt, chatting about her new novel ‘Hamlet is Not OK’ , messing about with Shakespeare and being a slow reader. Plus, Megan shares a short story competition for young writers and Allison has a tip for finding out what publishers want. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
How has it taken this long? Megan and Allison dive into an epic list of books about gardens, one of their favourite subjects. Plus, Allison has an easy promo tip for school visits, and Megan is talking verse novels - and a new favourite in particular. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
While we tend to associate the idea of ‘design’ with hands-on projects, books can play a big role in encouraging creativity, problem-solving, making and tinkering. Megan looks at the ins and outs of books that support this section of the curriculum, and invites everyone to visit their school library in the lead up to Book Week. Plus, Allison has quick tips for children’s authors looking to spread the word about their books. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au C...
Allison spends 10 minutes with George Ivanoff, chatting about his latest novel ‘Monster Island’ and how to develop a kid’s creativity. Megan and Allison look at how to reach reluctant readers, and have quick tips for children’s authors and educators. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with A. F. Steadman, internationally bestselling author of the Skandar series, talking about Skandar and the Phantom Rider (book #2), putting real feelings into fantasy worlds, and making things up as you go along. Plus, Megan looks at library design. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Megan and Allison discuss the ins and outs of chapter books, from the first step beyond school readers to independent reads for 6-8 year olds. Plus, Allison has the heads up on a terrific new school-based program for budding reporters. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with award-winning author Rebecca Lim chatting about her role in the Imagining The Future project plus her brand-new novel, co-authored with Kate Gordon. Plus, Megan talks about the loud and the quiet of literary festivals (and why we need both), and Allison has a tip for helping kids develop imagination and creativity. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Vi...
Do you buy books for the first 12 months or books for a lifetime? Megan and Allison dive into books for baby showers. Plus, Allison is online for Brisbane Writers’ Festival’s WordPlay program, and Megan takes a look at when to switch to independent bedtime reading. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
We spend 10 minutes with prize-winning author Samera Kamaleddine, chatting about moving to middle grade, feeling small in the world, and becoming a librarian. Plus, Megan is going camping and Allison flags a great literary activity for schools. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
To celebrate our 100-episode milestone, Megan and Allison invited the community to ‘Ask Us Anything’ – listen to find out what they wanted to know. Plus, Allison shares details of a new online creative writing course for kids, and Megan has some roadtrip tips. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with children’s and YA author Melissa Keil, chatting about new editions, writing junior fiction for the first time, and her role in the Imagining The Future project. Plus, Megan shares books about gardening and ideas for home and school library displays. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Megan and Allison take a deep dive into books that show young readers about friendship – and the books that become our lifelong friends. Plus, Allison has a shortcut for wide reading, and Megan shares her collection of books for tweens and teens. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Matt Stanton, discussing his latest middle-grade novel ‘Evie Dreams Big’ (Bored #3), creating in family life, and building a cruise ship in a car space. Plus, Megan has school holiday activities for budding illustrators and Allison has a comp for young writers. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Megan and Allison look at choosing the perfect read-aloud novel for your classroom - with help from award-winning author Sue Whiting. Plus, Allison has tips for finding authors to interview and Megan helps you find free audiobooks for the holidays. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Once more stepping boldly where writers fear to tread, Megan and Allison are exploring books about maths – with the help of the YKNR community. Plus, Megan has an author interview recommendation and Allison shares a picture book giving her all the feels. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with author Lili Wilkinson, chatting about her role as lead writer on the Imagining The Future project, her new book and making up dance moves. Plus, Megan has advocacy tips for teacher-librarians and explains why Allison Tait can never be a Rushby. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Dragons are having a moment (again) in children’s literature and Megan and Allison are sharing some favourite fire-breathing reads for kids of all ages. Plus, Megan has a top tip for primary school teachers and Allison has a recommended read for children’s authors. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with YKNR favourite author Jane Godwin, talking about her new junior fiction series The Isabelle Stories, and writing across age groups and finding those ‘oh, of course’ moments. Plus, Allison Rushby has a brand-new series, Megan is talking about Erasure Poetry and Allison Tait has a hot tip for authors. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait....
Allison and Megan share a selection of highlights from recent discussions in the Your Kid’s Next Read – and add their two cents worth (of course). Plus Megan has discovered the new world of Television and Allison wants everyone to start keeping their Just Read pile in a fishbowl. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Small people have big feelings and this week Megan and Allison share a selection of non-fiction and fiction books to help them navigate moods and emotions. Plus, a tip for teacher-librarians on sharing books to parent communities and a revelation about capsicums. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Inspired by the Imagining The Future initiative, Megan and Allison look at books that combine STEM themes with great stories, as well as tips for incorporating STEM books in home libraries. Plus, Allison has tips for reading routines for older kids and Megan shares a moment that shows why taking stories off the page and into everyday life is worth it. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Faceb...
Megan shares her tips for getting your school library off to a great start in 2023, while Allison has tips for authors looking to do more speaking this year. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
In the first full episode for 2023, Megan and Allison look at the Groundhog Day of Back To School time, with some tips and books to make it easier. Plus, Allison has a creative challenge for you (or the young writers in your life) and Megan has some tips for making the most of your school library. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
