Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Kayla Starr King Scott is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her debut #Inspirational #ChildrensBook Imagine Me: The ABC's of Inspirational Quotes for Black Girls. Kayla tells us that each word, sentence, vision, and dream all starts with the same foundation- A letter. She invites us to take a journey from A-Z and be inspired by just a few of the black women who have paved the way for the next generation to be anything that their dreams desire. Kayla says this book is a short guide for young ladies to use as an opening to all of life's possibilities. Click here to visit Kayla's website - https://www.kaylastarr.org/imagineme Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Erin Stewart returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her latest #Novel The Words We Keep. Erin tells our co-host Jordan Sahley that this is a beautifully realistic, relatable story about mental health and the healing powers of art. The book asks how do you keep everything together when you're quietly falling apart? If you ever feel overwhelmed or struggle with anxiety and depression, or know someone who has, this novel is for you. Because talking about mental health is a conversation we all can share. Click here to visit Erin's website - https://erinstewartbooks.com/library/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Carrie Tillotson is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #PictureBook B Is For Bananas. Carries tells Jedlie and Madison D'Aires that A is for Awake . . . but B is for Bedtime. When the narrator of this alphabet book tries to make it a bedtime book, Banana objects. Bedtime is BORING! And Banana is the star of this book, so it should really be called B Is for Bananas instead. It shouldn't be about bedtime at all. This is a journey through all the letters of the alphabet about a banana who is NOT ready to go to bed. Click here to visit Carrie's website - https://carrietillotson.com/books/b-is-for-bananas/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Dorena Williamson is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her beautiful new #PictureBook I Know Who I Am. Dorena tells us that this is an uplifting picture book that reminds children all over the world of God's love for them—affirming their standing in His kingdom and reinforcing their God-given identity.She invites yo to join children from Haiti, India, Korea, Rwanda, Spain, New Zealand, and many more countries as they each declare God's truth about their identities. Each page is a joyful exploration of how God has uniquely made every child to reveal His glory, but also serves as a beautiful reminder for kids about who they are—and, most important, whom they belong to. Click here to visit Dorena's website - https://dorenawilliamson.com/books/i-know-who-i-am/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Jacob Eckeberger is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his new #ChildrensBook Bad Dad Moves. Jacob tells us Dads have a way of doing things that are both endearing and embarrassing to their children. His book captures a bit of that magical combination between a child and her Dad every time he dances. His moves come out wherever there's music-around the house, in an elevator, the grocery store, and especially when there's an audience of other children and parents. But there's one way to fight those bad Dad moves, and it'll end with you both giggling as you make up your own dance moves together. Click here to visit Jacob's website - https://www.baddadmoves.net/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Helena Ku Rhee returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #PictureBook Sora's Seashells. Helena tells us this is book tells an uplifting intergenerational story of kindness and confidence, loss and remembrance, with resonance for any child who feels other-than. "Sora means 'seashell' in Korean," her mother said. "Halmoni always said finding a perfect shell is like receiving a wonderful gift. That's why she suggested we name you Sora." Every summer, when Sora's Halmoni, or grandmother, visits from South Korea, the two of them take the bus to the beach to search for seashells. While Sora likes to take all of them back with her, Halmoni always leaves the prettiest shell for someone else to find and treasure. As summer turns to fall, Halmoni returns home and Sora starts kindergarten, where some of the kids tease her about her "weird" name. One day, Sora's parents receive a sad call about her grandmother, and Sora feels more lost than ever about who she is and how she fits in. But when her parents reveal the origin of her name, Sora channels a newfound pride and, inspired by Halmoni, combats her peers' hurtful comments by sharing her shells with everyone in her class. Click here to visit Helena's website - https://helenakrhee.com/books/soras-seashells/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Illustrator Bonnie Lui is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her latest #ChildrensBook My Little Thief. Bonnie tells Jordan Sahley that My Little Thief, written by Augusten Burroughs is an unforgettable story of friendship between a curious girl with a rich imagination and a winged thief with a very big heart. Chloe loves many things—bugs, the dark, and especially broken or forgotten objects. But she doesn't seem to care for birds. When a mischievous crow appears in her backyard, Chloe steps out of her comfort zone and offers the curious creature a bite of her lunch. In return, Crow brings Chloe a beautiful button. Inspired by a true account of an unexpected friendship between a young girl and a crow, this thoughtful story explores misunderstandings and the value of everyday treasures. Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Chaya Bluma Gadenyan is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her beautiful #ChildrensBook Getting Ready For Shabbat, Let's Make Soup. Chaya tells us that in the story we see a grandmother and grandson preparing soup for the Shabbat meal. Clear explanations of the observance of Shabbat are included. She also shares the recipe for my favorite Shabbat soup combining traditional Ashkenazi flavors with the richness of Persian Ghormeh Sabzi. Joining us for the conversation is cohost Madison D'Aires Click here to visit Chaya's website - https://chayablumagadenyan.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

#NYTimes #BestSelling Author Todd Parr is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate the upcoming release of his latest #ChildrensBook The Monster Mac And Cheese Party. Todd is inviting everyone to the funkiest, most unforgettable potluck on the block.We all know kids love macaroni and cheese. But who knew monsters do too? In this story, the monsters hold a mac and cheese party (no humans allowed) and share all their creepy twists on this favorite food. What do zombies like? Mac and cheese with eyeballs! How do sea monsters eat their mac and cheese? In the bathtub, of course! The party is going fine until the monsters are surprised by the unexpected arrival of HUMANS at their party. Todd also shares about the people who have inspired him in his writing career. Click here to visit Todd's website - https://www.toddparr.com/titles/todd-parr/the-monster-mac-and-cheese-party/9780316376426/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Srividhya Venkat is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #ChildrensBook Girls On Wheels. Srividhya tells us this book was inspired by the skateboarding revolution in India, The story follows three friends who support one another through the ups and downs of learning to skateboard. Anila is on her way to her favorite place: the skate park. She longs to glide on her board and feel the thrill of catching air. But when she arrives, the ramp looks like a concrete sea monster! Fear creeps in, making her once-broken arm ache. But Sana's smile and Damini's laugh wrap Anila in courage. Her friends remind her that in skateboarding, sometimes you fall—but sometimes you fly! Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Jordan Sahley welcomes Helena Fox to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate Helena's #Novel The Quiet And The Loud. Helena is an author, poet and writing mentor, living by the ocean on Dharawal Country in Wollongong, Australia. She mentors young writers and runs writing workshops to support mental health. Helena's debut novel, How It Feels to Float, won the Prime Minister's Literary Award for Young Adult Literature and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Writing for Young Adults in Australia, and was a Kirkus Best Book of the Year and Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year in the U.S. Her second novel, The Quiet and the Loud is out now, Helena's poetry has been published in the Admissions—Voices Within Mental Health anthology and with Red Room Poetry. Click here to visit Helena's website - https://helenafoxauthor.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Mary Oemig is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her innvoative learning tool Boom Cards. Mary created this platform with her husband to help teachers and parents help students reach their full potential. Boom Cards transform the classroom into an interactive, gamified learning experience with data to track progress and identify learning gaps. Click here to visit the Boom Learning website - https://info.boomlearning.com Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Kaija Langley is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #NovelInVerse The Order Of Things. Kaija tells us in this powerful novel we will meet 11 year old April. She loves playing the drums, almost as much as she loves her best friend, Zee, a violin prodigy. They both dream of becoming professional musicians one day. When Zee starts attending a new school that will nurture his talent, April decides it's time for her to pursue her dreams, too, and finally take drum lessons. When the unthinkable happens and Zee suddenly passes away, April is crushed by grief. And every time she tries to play the drums, all she can think about is Zee. As April tries to set what she can in her life to right, she begins to see a classmate in a new light. But with her heart broken over Zee, can she be open again to making music? Or to a new friend? This is a powerful conversation that you will not want to miss Click here to visit Kaija's website - https://kaijalangley.com/#books Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Megan Alms is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #BoardBook Creature From The Woods. Megan tells us that this sweet board book compares a child's movements and mannerisms to creatures from the woods. From the fox to the bear to the bunny, each baby animal explores the world around them and learns along the way—just like children do. The rich woodland colors and sweet animal families will make Creature from the Woods a bedtime favorite Click here to visit Megan's website - https://meganalms.com/books Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Cat Fan is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #ChildrensBook Mika's Quest. Cat tells us that Mika's Quest for the Lost Artifact is an enchanting tale that harnesses the power of a child's imagination, awakening their intrepid spirit and sense of adventure. At the same time, it gently introduces the reader to the idea of facing their fears, saying that there will always be obstacles in life, but true bravery comes when they confront things that make them afraid. Click here to visit Cat's website - https://mikasquest.com/about/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

#NYTimes #BestSelling #Author Ally Condie is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her debut #Childrens #PictureBook Here. Ally tells us that Here introduces kids, and perhaps their parents, to mindfulness and being grounded in the present. Here gently instructs young readers how to slow down, be present, and to use all their senses in order to appreciate the beauty around them, to connect with nature, and to feel calm in their bodies and minds. By getting out of our heads and focusing on one thing at a time and being present, we realize that these hard feelings are not as big and scary as they seem. Ally also tells us the challenges she faced writing a picture book after experiencing so much success writing for Young Adults Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Guest host Jordan Sahley welcomes Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate their new #Novel The Sun And The Stars. Rick and Mark tell Jordan that it is time for Percy Jackson fans to rejoice! Nico and Will have a book of their own! As the son of Hades, Nico di Angelo has been through so much, from the premature deaths of his mother and sister, to being outed against his will, to losing his friend Jason during the trials of Apollo. But there is a ray of sunshine in his life—literally: his boyfriend, Will Solace, the son of Apollo. Together the two demigods can overcome any obstacle or foe. At least, that's been the case so far . . This is a fun conversation featuring two of the top authors in #ChildrensLiterature.. Click here to visit Rick's website - https://rickriordan.com/about/ Click here to visit Mark's website - https://www.markoshiro.com/about/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Jill Esbaum is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her hilarious and factual introduction to the Amazonian hoatzin—or stinkbird—and its surprising, incredible superpower. (Spoiler alert: it's more than just the stink!) Stinkbirds have a lot in common with other birds: they have feathers, wings, and a beak. But they also have . . . a hidden superpower! This proud stinkbird papa would love to tell you more about it—if his adorable chick would quit interrupting him! You will love learning about the Stinkbird, and about Jill and her other books, on this episode of the podcast. Click Here To Visit Jill's Website - https://www.jillesbaum.com/ Click Here To Visit Our Website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

David Roth and Rinee Shah are on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate their fun new #ChildrensBool LOL101 - A Kids' Guide To Joke Writing. David is a is a New York-based stand-up comedian who performs all over the United States and has made over a dozen comedy festival appearances. He has written jokes for magicians, public speakers, rappers, and Saturday Night Live stars. Rinee is an illustrator and advertising creative director based in Brooklyn, New York. Her illustration projects have been featured in Wired, The Huffington Post, and Fast Company. She has written sketch comedy and directed short comedy films that have played in comedy film festivals around the country. Together they have created the ultimate guide to unleashing one's inner comedian. They tell us this book is packed with fun-filled illustrations, easy-to-follow exercises, and sample jokes, this humorous handbook proves that anyone can write jokes that really make people LOL. Covering everything from surprise to wordplay to visual jokes—plus tips on how to perform a joke so it lands Click here to visit the LOL101 website - https://lol101book.chroniclebooks.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Two fantastic authors are on this episode of the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast. K M Waldvogel returns to the podcast to celebrate her latest #ChildrensBook Whoo, Whoo, Who's Out There? #Airforce #Veteran turned #ChildrensAuthor Douglas Berry also joins us to celebrate his delightful Jasper and Friends #PictureBook series. Click here to visit K M's website - https://www.kmwaldvogel.com/books Click here to visit Douglas' website - https://jasper-n-friends.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Katie Hallam is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her debut #ChildrensBook Nosey. Katie tells us Nosey is a whimsical story about a friendly little monster who lives in your nose, Nosey has a special talent for leveraging kids' imagination to help prevent nose picking in a fun and engaging way. One of Katie's favorite things about being a mom is making up fantastical stories and watching the magical process of her kids falling in belief with them. Her girls remind her every day how powerful our imaginations can be and to always embrace the silly in life. Katie also believes that everyone can be a storyteller. Click here to visit Katie's website - https://allingoodpunbooks.com/about-1 Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Carol Gordon Ekster returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #PictureBook Trucker Kid. Carol tells us this book, which took over a decade to come to our shelves, was inspired by an emcounter she had in a restaurant with a trucker and his daughter. The book is about a young girl whose pride in her father's work as a truck driver wins the hearts and minds of her classmates. Carol also offers advice for writers about how she chooses to use the very best words possible in her books. Click here to visit Carol's website - https://carolgordonekster.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Christine Babinec is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #ChildrensBook Want A Hug. Christine is a licensed professional counselor currently practicing in Portland, OR, Her work is rooted in social justice, and Chris has devoted her career to working with survivors of trauma and abuse. Chris tells us it's never too early to teach children about the necessity of boundaries and the power of consent. Want a Hug? is a book about communication, understanding, mutuality, listening, and love. Far from a didactic lecture, this joyful picture book affirms that developing consent skills is a natural, positive, fun, and affirming experience. This book will help kids learn that it's okay to say no and, perhaps more importantly, it's okay to say yes. The power is in the choice. Click here to visit Christine's website - https://christinebabineclpc.com Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Francesco Sedita is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his new #Childrens #PictureBook This Is The First Book I Will Read To You. Do you remember the first book you read to your kids?Maybe, maybe not. But Jedlie and Francesco are willing to bet you remember the feelings you had as you and your baby were transported to the soothing world of their story, sharing the special love of reading together for the first time. Click here to visit Francesco's website - https://www.francescosedita.com/books Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Victoria Smith returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #Childrens #PictureBook Tuxedo Baby And His Annoying Cousins. Victoria tells us that Tuxedo Baby is dreading spending time with his cousins because it always ends in trouble. Meet Junction, Nimitz, and Cruz, Tux's cousins from Chile. Tuxedo Baby tries hard to do what's right but gets pulled by his annoying cousins in the wrong direction. Then trouble follows him… This is a picture book for ages 5 -8 who will recognize the differences between right and wrong and the consequences that can happen because of the choices you make. Click here to visit Victoria's website - https://familyzooproductions.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Nancy Rose is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her adorable new #BoardBook Oakley The Squirrel, Camping 1, 2, 3. Nancy tells us this is a counting book like no other, featuring real phots of real squirrels! Kids will love learning their numbers with Oakley the Squirrel in this charming counting book featuring Oakley and friends on a camping trip. Oakley helps readers learn to count as he experiences the fun of a camping trip. Every page features photos of real squirrels! Nancy lures squirrels into her photo frame using strategically placed peanuts, so they appear in squirrel-sized sets that replicate human life, complete with tents, s'mores, campfires, and more. It's irresistible! Click here to visit Nancy's website - https://www.secretlifeofsquirrels.com/#Photos Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Mark Angelo is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his new #ChildrensBook Can We Play Baseball Mr DeMille? Mark has been a baseball fan since he was a little boy! He is also a globally renowned river conservationist and the founder of World Rivers Day, now celebrated by millions of people in over one hundred countries. Among his many accolades, Mark is a recipient of the Order of Canada, the country's highest honor. Mark has been a long-time advocate for outdoor spaces for all to enjoy. Can We Play Baseball, Mr. DeMille?, about a young boy's search for a place to play ball, recounts an actual experience he had as a child with the legendary Hollywood icon. Click here to visit Mark's website - https://www.canweplaybaseballmrdemille.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Jake Wheeler is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his #GraphicNovel The Gullfather, Birdsy Seagull. Jake tells us this is The Sopranos for 7-year-olds. A misfit mafia of seagulls try to stay the top birds in Shoretown despite their many blunders and bonehead decisions. The Gullfather, Birdsy Seagull, rules the roost with a fistful of feathers. And with a little help, but not much, from his ragtag crew-the salty-mouthed Joey "One-Wing," the handsome slacker Vinny, the glamorous and dangerous Birdabella, and Birdsy's well-fed enforcer, Quack Quack. The Gullfather is filled with absurdity, action, silliness and adventure-and characters young readers can't get enough of. Central to the story, however, is the heart of an oddball family, all brought to life in a dynamic, arresting visual graphic novel format. The book will appeal to readers of Bad Guys, Last Kids On Earth and Dogman. Click here to visit Jake's website - http://www.jakewheeler.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Celebrated #Author and #RecordingArtist Andrew Peterson is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate the release of the #Paperback version of his Wingfeather Saga. Andrew tells us this is a series of four fantasy-adventure novels about the three Igiby children, Janner, Kalmar, and Leeli. They live in a world called Aerwiar, which is exactly like our world–except they don't have electricity or gunpowder, and there are all sorts of creepy animals, like sea dragons and toothy cows. Janner, the eldest, is about to discover that the ordinary little town where they live is anything but ordinary. In fact, he and his family are at the center of a great mystery that will change their lives forever. Andrew also talks about how storytelling through song differs from novels. Click here to visit Andrew's website - https://www.andrew-peterson.com/the-wingfeather-saga Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Victoria J Coe is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate two Fenway series. Victoria tells us the World was first introduced to Fenway in the Fenway and Hattie Middle Grade series. She is delighted that younger kids can now enjoy Fenway's antics through her Make Way For Fenway Chapter book series. Victoria also tells us how thrilling it was to have her book named a Global Read Aloud and why she named the hero of her series after Boston's world famous baseball stadium. Click here to visit Victoria's website - https://www.victoriajcoe.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

#Author Becky Scharnhorst and #Illustrator Jaclyn Sinquett are on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate their new #PictureBook How To Get Your Octopus To School. Our guests tells us that this is a humorous back-to-school picture book that shows readers how to safely deliver their shy octopus to his first day of school, thwarting his camouflage, ink, and all eight tentacles along the way. The team also talk about the experience of working together for the first time and share great advice for all #AspiringAuthors and Illustrators Click here to visit Becky's website – https://beckyscharnhorst.com/ Click here to visit Jaclyn's website – https://www.jaclynsinquett.com/ Click here to visit our website – www.readingwithyourkids.com

NYTimes #BestSelling Author Kelly DiPucchio is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #Childrens #PictureBook Becoming Charley. Kelly tells us Becoming Charley is a modern-day take on The Very Hungry Caterpillar that celebrates staying true to oneself. Everyone is trying to teach Charley the right way to become a butterfly: Eat your milkweed! Think black! Think orange! But Charley's busy admiring the many beautiful things in the world. Like the swaying trees, and the tall mountains, and the turquoise sea. . . . Is there really a "right" way for Charley to become a butterfly? Young readers will see themselves in Charley--a little caterpillar with an emerging identity--in this dazzling picture book that beautifully explores the nature of self-love. Click here to visit Kelly's website - http://www.kellydipucchio.com/about.html Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Steven Joseph returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his hilarious new #Childrens #PictureBook Snoodles in Space: A Snoodle, the Zoodle Kidoodles, and One Happy Schmoodle. In this fabulously funny follow up to his first snoodle book we learn that the Zoodle Kidoodles from the planet Zoodle abduct Norman Noodle and Sally Stroodle, the Zoodle Kidoodles threaten to take all of Earth's noodles— unless they perform the necessary brain operation on their grand leader, Cloodle the Grand Roodle, and fix their spaceship's failing engines. The one problem? Norman Noodle and Sally Stroodle are simple bakers. Sour Croodleman's Prickly Peppered Purple Propulsion Powered Pickle invention is their only hope, but will he unite with Herbie Snoodleman to save the planet? The answer is here, in this Wackadoodle Tale from Outer Space! Click here to visit Steven's website - https://www.stevenjosephauthor.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Yobe Qiu returns to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Yobe is the author of many books, including her latest, I Am A Bold, Asian Boy, that celebrate the beauty and diversity of Asian Culture. She shares with us some wonderful ways we can use #Childrensbooks to make awareness months more meaningful for our kids. Click here to visit Yobe's website - https://www.byyobeqiu.com/abouttheauthoryobeqiu Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Katrina Moore is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her beautiful #PictureBook Hope Is A Hop. Katrina tells us that when her main character Eva's hopes for a cheerful flower garden are dashed by a rascally—and hungry! —rabbit, she sinks into despair. But it's from this new vantage point that she discovers something surprising and wonderful about her four-legged-nemesis that reminds Eva of her own growing family and inspires her to try again. Click here to visit Katrina's website - https://www.katrinamoorebooks.com/hope-is-a-hop.html Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Maria Castalucci Moore is on the #ReadingWithyourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #awardWinning #Childrens #PictureBook Vivienne in Paris. Maria tells us Vivienne in Paris follows a young Parisian girl on a journey through Paris to find what makes her tick. We follow Vivienne as she discovers the sights, smells, tastes, and sounds of the city that make her feel alive. This book tells a story of mindfulness and insight into how the surrounding world can really move you. It unites curiosity, wonder, and marvel to enlighten, surprise, and tickle your deepest spirit. Sometimes it's the smallest things that bring you the greatest joy. Click here to visit Maria's website - https://mariacastelluccimooreauthor.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Marie Tang is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to help us celebrate Asian American - Pacific islander Heritage Month and her debut #ChildrensBook Yuna's Cardboard Castles. Marie tells us she was born in Hong Kong, raised in New York City, and was a resident of Shanghai for over a decade. The unique characters and neon lights of the "Big City" are where she derives much of her inspiration. When she needs to escape, she retreats into nature where she ogles at trees, sings with birds, and talks back to chatty squirrels. Despite her conversations with creatures, Marie's primary writing focus is not on animals but on her people and the deep power of their culture. She proudly tells tales of the grit, tenacity, and compassion of the Asian people. Click here to visit Marie's website - https://www.marie-tang.com/check-back-soon1612895656013#tmp_subheadline-83434 Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Joining us from behind a Starbucks somewhere on Staten Island, Molly Webster is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #ChildrensBook Little Black Hole. The senior correspondent for NPR's Radio Lab tells us that there once was a little black hole who loved her universe, and especially her friends: the stars and the planets, the space rocks and the space fox, even the flying astronauts. She loved to play and laugh with them as they soared through the galaxy. That is, until they disappeared—which was always what happened. The little black hole felt all alone. But when she meets a big black hole and shares her worries, the big black hole knows just how to help! And the little black hole finds out that she has the power to find her friends, wherever she goes. With a quirky, playful story and sweet and silly art, this heartwarming story reminds us all that, no matter how lonely or anxious we might get, friendship is never more than a quick thought—and glow—away. And with back matter that gives readers information about the real science of black holes, this is a perfect book for all of the young space and science fans out there! Click here to visit the Little Black Hole Page on Amazon - https://amzn.to/41WiXHQ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Sebastián Santana Camargo y su libro "La historia del limón". Tuve el placer de compartir esta entrevista con Sebastián y decidimos mantener en secreto la historia del libro, pero esperamos que esta sorpresa sea del agrado de la audiencia. La manera en como Sebastián conecta la pasión por el dibujo desde la infancia y la escritura basándose en las experiencias vividas es admirable. También, la idea de abrir un juego como actividad lúdica a través de la interacción con el libro es una buena experiencia que el lector puede disfrutar. Los invitamos a conocer más sobre el trabajo de Sebastián en sus redes sociales: @sebastian_santana_camargo Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Mother, author and advocate Valerie James Abbott is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her #childrensbook Papadillo. Valerie tells us this book chronicles The Abbott Family's True Story of Hope After Hearing Loss. When little Bridget's speech and behavior changes no one seems to notice - except her older sister. She notices everything. When the rest of her family finally recognize that Bridget has been ignoring the world around her and inventing her own language, everyone begins a journey they never expected. Click here to visit Vallerie's website - https://www.valeriejamesabbott.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

#NewYorkTimes #BestSelling #Author Elise Parsley is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her new #ChildrensBook It's Tummy Time! Elise tells us that every member of the will want to recite this jaunty, infectious verse during pediatrician-recommended "tummy time," the minimum of three to five minutes two or three times per day that newborns should rest on their tummy to build neck, arm, and torso muscles. This fun exploration of babies' daily activities, accompanied by bright and witty illustrations of a diverse range of babies and families, is a must-have for all new parents and infants as they develop strong, healthy bodies. Click here to visit Elise's website - https://www.eliseparsley.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Our guest host Jordan Sahley welcomes Ellen Oh and Linda Sue Park to the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate You Are Here, Connecting Flights. Ellen and Linda Sue are two of twelve Asian American authors who collaborating on creating this powerful and engaging exploration of contemporary Asian American identity through interwoven stories set in a teeming Chicago airport, An incident at a TSA security check point sows chaos and rumors, creating a chain of events that impacts twelve young Asian Americans in a crowded and restless airport. As their disrupted journeys crisscross and collide, they encounter fellow travelers—some helpful, some hostile—as they discover the challenges of friendship, the power of courage, the importance of the right word at the right time, and the unexpected significance of a blue Stratocaster electric guitar. Click here to visit Ellen's website - https://www.ellenoh.com/ Click here to visit Linda Sue's website - https://lindasuepark.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Auriane Desombre is on the #readingwithyourkidspodcast to talk about her newest book The Sister Split! In this reverse Parent Trap, Autumn struggles with her mother moving her out of NYC to go live with her fiancé. When she realizes that she's leaving her best friend behind in NYC, she will do anything to stay, even ending her mother's relationship. In today's episode, Auriane talks about found-family, first crushes, and the beauty in new beginnings. Click Here To Visit Auriane's website - https://www.aurianedesombre.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkdis.com

Kendare Blake returns to #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate the release of her #YA sequel, One Girl in All the World with co-host Cassandra Maisonet. The novel returns to Sunnydale with Frankie, now a slayer-witch, and the new generation of the Scooby Gang. The gang notices dark energy manifesting in Hellmouth. Frankie and the gang will have to stop whoever is responsible for the evil entities escaping Hellmouth. Throughout the book, Frankie must balance her own stress of growing up and being a responsible slayer-watch all at once. Though she feels lonely at times, the Scooby Gang, her mother and a familiar face who becomes her watcher, guide her every step of the way Click here to visit Kendare's website - https://www.kendareblake.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Jamilah Tompkins Bigelow is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her beautiful #PictureBook Salat In Secret. Jamilah tells us that in this beautiful story of community, family, and acceptance, a boy named Muhammad receives a special salat rug on his seventh birthday. Seven is the age when Muslim children are encouraged to pray, and Muhammad is determined to do all five daily prayers on time. But one salat occurs during the school day--and he's worried about being seen praying at school. His father parks his truck to worship in public places, and people stare at and mock him. Will the same thing happen to Muhammad? In the end, with help from his teacher, he finds the perfect place to pray. Salat in Secret, by two highly acclaimed Muslim creators, is a poignant and empowering look at an important facet of Islam that many observant children cherish but might be scared to share. Click here to visit Jamilah's website - https://jamilahthewriter.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Children's Author Silvia Lopez and Broadway Producer Susan Rose are on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate their debut #ChildrensBook Jose Y El Perro.Our guests tell us that this is the perfect introduction for English-speaking children who have just begun learning Spanish. The inclusion of the Spanish/English translations at the end of the book also makes it an excellent teaching tool. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent. Click here to visit Silvia's website - https://www.silvialopezbooks.com/books Click here to visit Susan's website - https://www.susanroseauthor.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Bienvenidos a Reading with your Kids Podcast en Español. Hoy tenemos el placer de compartir espacio con Silvina Rocha y su maravillosa creación "La Red". La calidez, sencillez y buena energía de Silvina nos dejó con un mensaje en relación a sus libros ya que de acuerdo a ella son "Algo realizado con amor y cabeza." Silvina entre risas nos comentó cómo la historia se trata de la arana Carmela que teje su telaraña hasta que un día cae Roberto el moscardón, un artista de ojos verdes y voz de ángel, lo cual provoca que carmela no se lo quiera comer. Nota importante, el libro aun no esta a la venta, pero tan pronto ya salga, corran a su librería más cercana para descubrir qué pasará con Carmela y Roberto. Click here to visit Silvini's website - http://www.silvinarocha.com.ar/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

David Delisle is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his #GraphicNovel The Golden Quest - Your Journey To A Richer Life And The Awesome Stuff. David is an entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and – most importantly – a dad. When he was 11, he made his first investment and by age 20 he had begun investing in real estate. Learning the power of compound growth at such a young age enabled him to quickly become a self-proclaimed finance nerd and semi-retired by age 40. When he realized that he wanted to pass this knowledge on to his two young sons, he began compiling notes into what would eventually become a graphic novel called The Golden Quest, which was published in 2022. The book is centered around seemingly simple concepts (young children grasp these concepts with ease) that hold the power to transform your mindset and everyday habits. His goal is to offer us a new way to think about money by noticing the weight of our words, choices, actions and the world around us. Click here to visit David's website - https://www.theawesomestuff.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Author / Illustrator Jing Graber is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate her debut #ChildrensBook Can You Sea Me? Jing is a high school student based in Austin, Texas. Since childhood she has always loved exploring the ocean and her connections to it, especially the creatures teeming within its waves. She is excited to share her love of the Ocean with kids and families everywhere. Click here to visit Jing's website - https://www.jinggraber.com/about Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com

Cliff Lewis is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his debut #MiddleGrade #Novel We The Future. Cliff tells us this novel is a hilarious, heart-warming time heist that makes an inspiring playbook for budding activists. In We the Future, an anxious, asthmatic boy gets recruited by a girl from the future to launch a climate strike big enough to rewrite history. Click here to visit Cliff's website - https://www.heyclifflewis.com/ Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com