Reading With Your Kids Podcast

We celebrate the First Night of Hanukkah by welcoming Kid's author Sheryl Haft to the #Podcast. Sheryl is excited to tell us about Good Night Bubbala, This festive parody reimagines a classic bedtime book as a lively Jewish family gathering complete with bubbies and zeydes, a dreidel, and a shmear on a bagel. Includes an exclusive latke recipe by Ina Garten, TV's Barefoot Contessa!

The Reading With Your Kids Podcast is all about helping families grow closer. However, we know that sometimes parents grow apart. Today we speak with author & educator Danielle Lindner about her poignant picture book Tango, The Little Turtle Whose Parents Are Getting Divorced.

How do we protect our kids from their bad dreams? Heather Wenonah Ellis is on the #RWYK #Podcast to answer that question. She is also celebrating her #MiddleGrade #Novel Guardian of the Dream Tree.

One of the things that parents often forget is that so many things that we take for granted can be frightening for our littlest kids. Katie Melko understands this, and has created her PAW Elementary series to help families ease some of these fears. Today we are talking to Katie about her latest in the series Roxie Goes To The Hair Salon.

Alycia Pace is a children's author and illustrator. She is on the podcast to celebrate her soon to be released board book How To Potty Train A Dinosaur.

Children's author Kevin Poplawski is on the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate his adorable Eli the Elephant. Eli loves playing basketball. There's only one problem, he is not very good. This is a super story that will help kids learn important social emotional skills.

Super conversation with kids author Melissa Hart. Melissa is on the #Podcast to celebrate Better with Books: 500 Diverse Books to Ignite Empathy and Encourage Self-Acceptance in Tweens and Teens.

We have a fascinating conversation with the artist known as The Peace Troubadour, James Twyman. He is also a NY Times Best Selling author. He is on the podcast to celebrate his upcoming one man Broadway production Brother Sun, Sister Moon, based on the life of St Francis of Assisi.

Two time Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo is on the podcast to celebrate her new middle grade novel Beverly Right Here. The author of Because of Winn-Dixie shares what it feels like to have your first published novel turned into a blockbuster Hollywood movie, sell over 11 million books and of course about her latest novel Beverly Right Here.

Our Dean of all things STEM and STEAM, Jennifer Swanson, is back on the RWYK Podcast to celebrate the release of her brand new book Save The Crash test Dummies. This entertaining book navigates readers through the history of car production and offers a front‐seat view of the science and engineering that makes the world's most important vehicle safe for us to drive.

Powerful conversation with Lorenzo Gomez III, author of Tafolla Toro - Three Years of Fear. Lorenzo believes that the great lie of our society is that mental health and mental illness are the same. He is here to tell us how he began taking steps as an adult to improve his mental health.

Our friend author Leslea Wahl returns to the podcast to share some of her favorite Christmas reads. Listen and discover some great books you can read with your tweens and teens.

Our guest today is YA author Erin Stewart. Erin's new YA novel is Scars Like Wings. This is a powerful look at the reality of being a burn survivor and at the scars we all carry. We also meet the Good Kids Club cast at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair.

This is an encore presentation of our very first episode. Ronald Chapman is the author of a fantastic book called My Name Is Wonder. This inspirational fable, based on the life of an inquisitive goat named Wonder, brings joy and discovery to the reader. Wonder longs to expand his world beyond the barnyard, much to the dismay of his animal companions who are not as curious as he. During his first adventure, he is saved from a hungry owl by a wise crow who then becomes his friend and guide as he embarks on a series of excursions away from the farm. We also talk about the many benefits of reading with your kids.

In today's encore presentation we welcome Bollywood star and director Jugal Hansraj. Jugal burst onto the Bollywood scene as a child star. As he transitioned into adult roles he also became an acclaimed director, and directed the first Disney animated film in India. He joins us today to talk about his fabulous middle grade book Cross Connections.

We are proud to share an encore presentation of Bugs Don't Hug starring the Queen of Yucky Science Heather Montgomery. Heather masterfully employs yuck appeal to engage young minds. She delights in using snail poop, petrified animal parts, and tree guts to inspire reluctant readers and encourage scientific thinking. Heather joins us today to talk about her book Bugs Don't Hug

This is an encore presentation of one of my favorite interviews. Superstar magician turned author Ning Cai tells us about Misdirection. This is the first book in Ning's exciting new YA mystery trilogy about a teenage savant on the trail of her family's killer. Ning talks about her book, family and why she left magic at the height of her career.

Children's author Trudy Krisher is on the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate the 25th anniversary & republication of her thought provoking novel Spite Fences. Trudy talks about the inspiration for the book and the benefits of reading aloud Spite Fences with your older kids

Kindness comes easy for some folks, but it can be very hard for others. Why? Sometimes it comes down to a person's story. Educator and kids author Jeff Kubiak is on the podcast to encourage kids to have empathy for others and to start a ripple of love with one drop of kindness.

Let;s face it, going to the hospital can be scary, especially for kids. And talking about it with our kids can be tough for parents. Children's author Kelly Grettler is on the podcast to tells us about the benefits of reading aloud her calming and reassuring children's picture book God Always Hears

Today we speak with kids author Dr JainaThatch about the benefits of reading aloud her powerful new #kidlit My Super Hero Mind. Dr Jaina tells us she was inspired to write this book by her tenacious daughter.

Two fantastic guests make this a fantastic episode that celebrates how fantastic you and our kids are. Children's author Danielle Dufayet returns to celebrate her new #Kidlit Fantastic You! We also speak with kids author Deepa Remesh about the benefits of reading aloud her book Miss Tree Tales.

We have so much fun chatting with Kids' author Issac Stewart. He is the author of the soon to be released board book "Monsters Don't Wear Underwear." This is a super fun conversation that celebrates the many benefits of reading aloud to our kids, and wearing underwear! Click here to visit Issac' website

Crafter and kids' author Maggy Woodley is on the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate family fun. Her new book Easy Paper Projects is filled with great project ideas that your family can create together. We all know the benefits of reading together. Maggy believes that there are also many benefits of creating together. Click here to visit Maggy's website

What is making Cheerful the chicken so angry? Children's author Joanna Rose is on the #RWYK #Podcast to tell us, and to celebrate the benefits of reading aloud her wonderful new Picture Book. Cheerful the Angry Chicken communicates many important lessons regarding managing difficult emotions and having the courage to stand up for what you believe in. Click here to visit Joanna's website

Children's author Elizabeth Wrage is on the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate the benefits of reading aloud Christmas Kindness Kids. The Christmas Kindness Kids shows families how to use the countdown to Christmas as a time to share God's love by doing extra kindness acts each day. Elizabeth believes that your family can better enjoy the holidays by encouraging kindness and friendship. Click here to visit Elizabeth's website

Eva Wong Nava is a children's author who writes to create a more open and inclusive world. She returns to the #RWYK #Podcast to celebrate the benefits of reading aloud her wonderful book Mina's Magic Malong. Eva believes that this book will open families to talk about love, relationships and separation. Click here to visit Eva's website

Author Aditi Wardhan Singh is a mother who "focuses on raising awareness about cultural sensitivity and empowerment in a multicultural world." In this conversation we talk about the benefits of reading aloud with our kids to help them develop respect for all people. You can support the podcast by using this link to purchase her book on Amazon

Super conversation with children's author Tracy Weldon. In an age in which technology, tablets, and gadgets play a critical role in our lives, it's more important than ever to remind ourselves and our children of the importance of using our imaginations to play and grow. Click here to visit Tracy's web site

We know that there are many benefits of reading aloud with our kids. Probably the most important is using that intimate time together to inspire your kids to love themselves. Jeanette Paxia, knows this and has create You Are A Super Hero to help kids understand just how very special they are. Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Jeanette's books on Amazon

Kids love gross. The grosser the better. Derek Taylor Kent knows this. We talk about all the fun and benefits of Reading aloud his "Grossest Picture Book Ever" and talk about the power of teaching kids with humor. Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Derek's books on Amazon

Today we welcome back Children's author & publisher Jodi Stapler. We have a great conversation about the benefits of reading aloud her Middle Grade Novel Cornelia Need A Space of her Own. We also share great tips for all children's authors. Click here to purchase Jodi's books on Amazon

We love speaking to passionate kids authors. That's why we love speaking with Glenn Kinnaird. He is passionate about inspiring kids to get involved in theatre. That inspiration is just one of the many benefits of reading aloud his KidLit Tony The Theatre Dog. You can help support the podcast by using this link to purchase Tony the Theatre Dog on Amazon

Children's author Okeoma Moronu Schreiner is on the podcast to talk about the importance of reading books about financial literacy with your kids. Her picture book The Missing Money - Money Monsters, is a super way to start a conversation with your kids about how to manage money. Please consider using this link to purchase Money Monsters on Amazon. When you do you will be supporting the podcast!

We love speaking with kids authors. Hayley Nystrom is on to talk about the benefits of reading aloud her book Fairies of the Frost. This is a wonderful holiday book that includes Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Solstice Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Fairies of the Frost on Amazon

It's time for another exciting STEM Tuesday edition of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast. Our Dean of all things STEM & STEAM, kids author Jennifer Swanson is back to let us in on a secret, Chemistry ROCKS! Jennifer talks about the benefits of reading books about Chemistry with our kids. Click here to visit the STEM Tuesday website

Children's author Victoria Gracie is on the Reading With Your Kids Podcast to talk about the benefits of reading aloud her books Kaylin Finds her Power & Kip's Magical Belt. The central characters in both books find their power in jui jitsu. Not surprising since Victoria is a member of the Gracie family, a legendary family in the World of Jui Jitsu and MMA. Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Kaylin Finds her Power on Amazon

We welcome back our friend Patricia Newman to the podcast to celebrate Neema's Reason to Smile. Neema is a young Kenyan girl who dreams of one day being able to afford to go to school. Slowly, and with great purpose, Neema makes a plan to save money in her dream basket and make her dream come true. Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Neema's Reason to Smile on Amazon

Jody Smith is on the podcast to celebrate Princess Monroe. Some call this a feminist fairy tale. Princess Monroe is more than just a princess. She's an independent girl with lots of different interests. While her Queen Mom has ideas of finding her a prince, Monroe wants to explore, learn, play, get dirty, and find her own way in the world. Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Princess Monroe on Amazon

Editors Cathy Goldsmith and Alice Janaitis are on the show to celebrate the latest book from Dr Seuss. Based on an unrhymed manuscript and sketches discovered in 2013, Horse Museum is like a visit to a museum—with a horse as your guide! Cathy talks about her experience working directly with Ted "Dr Seuss" Geisel, while Alice talks about how this manuscript was brought to life. Support the podcast by using this link to purchase Dr Seuss' Horse Museum on Amazon

Today we welcome author Jessica Laurel Kane to the podcast. Her latest picture book,The Girl Who Was Born with Glue in Her Brain is a memoir about a girl with a handful of thoughts that keep her from being able to enjoy life as much as she would like to, and what she eventually decides to do about it. You can support the podcast by using this link to purchase Jessica's book on Amazon

We have a fantastic conversation with husband and wife team of Hari and Deepti as they introduce us to their stunningly beautiful debut picture book The Seekers. We talk about the unique techniques the team use to create the incredibly vivid images in the book. We also talk about the importance of home while still striving to discover the world around you You can support the podcast by using this link to purchase The Seekers on Amazon

Author Rebecca Sosny is on the podcast to celebrate her picture book The Little Lost Fairy. This book celebrates Friendship and hope. Two of the greatest things a child can have in their lives. Please consider supporting the podcast by using this link to purchase the Little Lost Fairy

Today we speak with the founder and producer of the Chicago Toy & Game Fair Mary Couzin. This is the largest toy & game fair in North America. Mary speaks to us about the value of families playing together, invention and so much more. Click here to get your tickets, use the promo code RWYK at checkout and save $3 per ticket

Bats! They are adorably creepy and scary and fascinating, and Kristen Lear absolutely loves them! Listen as we celebrate the beginning of Bat Week talking about bats and how they help us, and how families can help them. Click here to visit Kristen's web site

Middle School. Remember how much fun that was? Actually, for way too many people middle school was a nightmare. Kristin Mahoney is on to talk about that oh so important part of everyone's life and her great middle grade novel The 47 People You Will Meet In Middle School. Please consider supporting the podcast by using this link to purchase Kristin's book

Victoria Allen is on the podcast to celebrate her wonderful picture book Buddy The Bear - The First day of School. It may be hard for us to remember our first day of school, but it is a monumental day in the life of your kid. Click here to support the podcast by purchasing Buddy the Bear on Amazon

Author BFFs Lori Orlinsky and Faith Goldstein return to the podcast to promote literacy and friendship. We also have a great discussion on how parents can help their kids stop bullying. Click here to find Lori's books on Amazon Click here to find faith's book on Amazon

Dawn Doig is the author of eight children's picture books on various topics including childhood hearing loss, dysgraphia, bullying and forgiveness, and learning English as an additional language. She is also a World traveler who has lived and worked around the World Please support the podcast by using this link to purchase Dawn's books on Amazon

Today we welcome author J de la Vega to the show. J is excited to tell us about her debut Middle Grade Novel Peter Tolliver and the City of Monsters. J also shares with us how reading together with her tween son strengthens their family Support the podcast by using this link to purchase J's book on Amazon