Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Jill Weisfeld is on the RWYK Podcast to celebrate her wonderful picture book Riley the Retriever Wants A New Job. This beautiful book introduces kids to the many ways that dogs help humans, and how we can help others. Click here to find Jill's Amazon page Click here to learn about Jedlie's School assembly programs

Author George Neeb returns to the RWYK Podcast to celebrate his empowering #Kidlit "Flabby Abby Beach Ball, A Story About Being Yourself". George introduces us to lovable Abby as she learns to deal with bullying, body shaming, self-esteem and making healthy friendships. Click here to find George Neeb's amazon page Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School assembly programs

Do you know that there are more than 5000 types of potatoes in Peru? We learn that and more from Ashley Maria Mireles, author of Proud To be Latino. This board book teaches children how different Latino countries use similar ingredients to create unique regional dishes.The dishes and their descriptions are given in both English and Spanish, taking the reader beyond a basic language primer and dives deep into the heart of Latino culture . . . which is the food, of course! Click here to order up your delicious copy of Proud To Be Latino Click here to learn more about Jedlie's acclaimed school assembly program

M Shawn Petersen is on the RWYK Podcast to celebrate his thrilling middle grade fantasy novel Stella and the Timekeepers. We have a fun time talking about fantasy, writing for middle grade readers and creating strong female characters. Click here to get your copy of Stella on Amazon Click here to learn how Jedlie can help you build a bully free school

Lori Orlinsky's daughter didn't like being small. She never got picked for sports, and her feet hurt from standing on tip toes all day long. That is what inspired Lori to write a picture book that inspires kids to love themselves no matter how tall they are. Click here to find Being Small... on Amazon Click here to bring Jedlie's educational magic show to your kids' school

This is a hilariously powerful episode of the RWYK Podcast. Steven Joseph talks about his delightful picture book The Last Surviving Dinosaur, The TyrantoCrankaTsuris, Jewish culture and growing up with survivors of the Holocaust. Click here to find your own TyrantoCrakaTsuris on Amazon Click here to learn about Jedlie's We Choose Respect Educational Magic Show

We have so much fun speaking with Alison Paul Klakowicz. We speak about her fantastic picture book, imagination and the sacrifices made by military families. Click here to find Alison's book on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's Acclaimed School Assembly Program

We have so much fun speaking with illustrator extraordinaire John Parra. John has a unique illustration style that is just wonderful. He especially loves to celebrate Latino culture with his illustrations. Click here to find John's books on Amazon Click here to learn how to bring Jedlie's nationally acclaimed school assembly program to your community

Author and wildlife biologist Rachel Mazur is on the RWYK Podcast to celebrate her wonderful middle grade series The Nature Club. This 5 book series tells stories of kids, & wildlife, overcoming challenges. This series offers families a great reason to get into nature and explore all of the beauty & wonder that surrounds us. Click here to find The Nature Club on Amazon Click here to learn about Jedlie's Magic Circus

Former teacher Dr Connie Tate decided to follow her bliss and write stories of pets, mischief, and everyday experiences of young children who brighten the days of adults. She tells us how her first book Roll On was inspired by her granddaughter Wren and a rather large spaghetti squash. Click here to find Dr Connie's books on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's We Choose Respect School Assembly Program

It is time for another STEM Tuesday edition of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast. Jennifer Swanson, our Dean of all things STEM and STEAM returns to celebrate the role women have played in the STEM fields throughout History. Click here to visit the STEM Tuesday Page Click here to learn all about Jedlie's educational magic shows

To celebrate Father's Day we welcome back one of our favorite fathers, Dr John DeGarmo. John and our friends at Familius have teamed up to publish The Little Book of Foster Care Wisdom. As we celebrate this new release John reminds us of the many ways we can help kids in the foster care system. Click here to find Dr John's book on Familius Click here to learn how you can bring Jedlie's nationally acclaimed school assembly to your community

Don't miss this episode of the RWYK Podcast. Our guest is Dr Raun Melmed. Dr Raun is a developmental and behavioral pediatrician, is director of the Melmed Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and co-founder and medical director of the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center. His 4 ST Mindfulness series is a great resource for kids and families Click here to find Dr Raun's Amazon page Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School Assembly programs

SAY IT, FEEL IT, BELIEVE IT, BECOME IT - Experience the magic of WORDS! Author & educator Becky Cummings is on the podcast to remind us how powerful our words can be, especially the words we tell ourselves. We also ask Becky if she had a magic wand what she would do to improve our schools Click here to find My Magical Words on Amazon Click here to find Jedlie's Books & Music on Amazon

Super epsiode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast. Leslea Wahl is on to share great Summer reads. And we meet debut author Michaela Wulf. She tells us what inspired her to write "The Magical Chip Bag." Click here to find Leslea's Amazon Page Click here to Find The Magical Chip Bag on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's Magic Circus

MaeMae Spencer is on the podcast to celebrate her new Kidlit Spinne the Spider. It's tough being small, and even tougher for a spider who was born with only six legs. This is an engaging book that deals with the issue of bullying. Click here to find Spinne on Amazon Click here to learn about Jedlie's School Assembly Program

We had so much fun talking with the Happy Science Mom, Sandi Schwartz. Sandi is the driving force behind the HappyScienceMom.com blog. She tells us her blog is a toolkit for raising happy, balanced children. She shares tips, resources, and activities from the world of happiness science to help you teach your children how to live joyful, fulfilled, and peaceful lives. Click here to visit the happy Science Mom Blog Click here to discover Jedlie's Amazon page

Author Laurie Wright believes that now more than ever before we need to encourage kids to practice positive self talk and inspire them to believe that they can handle the many challenges they will face every day. Her wonderful Mindful Mantras series teaches kids how to find happiness and success Click here to find I Can Handle It on Amazon Cick here to learn more about Jedlie's Magic Circus

We are so excited to welcome Naibe Reynoso to the podcast. Naibe is the author of Be Bold, Be Brave, 11 Latinas Who Made American History. This is a fascinating episode that shines a spotlight on some unsong American heroes. Click here to find Be Bold, Be Brave on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's Magic Circus

Today we welcome teacher and soon to be published author Tina Shepardson to the show. Tina talks about the importance of continuing to read with our kids as they enter middle and high school. We also talk to her about her soon to be published novel Walkout. Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School Assemblies

We love having Lydia Lukidis on the show! She is back to tell us about her new #Kidlit No Bears Allowed. This is a tender story about a very nervous rabbit and a lovable bear, Rabbit discovers that things aren't always as scary as they seem, and sometimes you may just have more in common with others than you think. Click here to find No Bears Allowed on Amazon Click here to discover more about Jedlie's Magic Circus

We have a super time chatting with Elaine Kiely Kearns. Elaine is the author of the hilarious new #Kidlit "Noah Noasaurus". She is also the founder and driving force behind Kidlit 411, a fantastic resource for authors of children's books. Click here to find Noah Noasaurus on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School Assembly Programs

Paul Deanno loves helping kids understand weather science. Paul is the chief meteorologist for CBS San Francisco. He is also the author of the fantastic WOW Weather series. We welcome him back to kick off the Hurricane season with a look at his WOW Weather Hurricanes Book. Click here to find Paul's amazon page Click here to find Jedlie's Amazon Page

Super fun conversation with Connie B Dowell, the author of the Emma and Dessi Mysteries. The latest book in the series Dead Man's Jazz takes readers back to Savanah, Georgia during the days of Prohibition. Click here to find Connie's page on Amazon Click here to find Jedlie's Amazon page

We are happy to welcome back Nita Clark & Kathy Doherty, the mother - daughter team that created the beautiful children's book Why Do Dandelions Grow. This book celebrates the joys and wishes that dandelions bring to the World. Click here to find Why Do Dandelions Grow on Amazon Click here to discover Jedlie's school assembly program

We are so excited to welcome internationally acclaimed illustrator and author Sanghamitra Dasgupta. Sanghamitra is the illustrator of Jedlie's latest book Love That I Matter To You. She talks about her love of illustrating children's books. Click here to find Sanghamitra's Amazon Page Click here to find Love That I Matter To You

Today we have the pleasure of welcoming Kate Farrell to the podcast. Kate is the marketing director at Familius Publishing. Kate shares gives us a preview of Familius' new offerings, tips for authors and talks about her love of kids' books. Click here to visit the Familius website Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School assembly programs

We are so excited to welcome Kendare Blake back to the podcast. Kendare is the author of the Three Dark Crowns series. She is back today to tell us about the final chapter of that series, Five Dark Fates. This is a thrilling tale that pits sister against sister, and the dead against the undead Click here to find Kendare's Series on Amazon Click here to learn how Jedlie can help build a bully free school for your kids

The author of He Is Risen, Rocks Tell The Story of Easter, Patti Rokus is on the podcast. She tells us how she started creating art and telling stories with rocks. She also tells us how we can get our kids out into nature and to start creating their own rock masterpieces. Click here to visit Patti's Amazon Page Click here to visit Jedlie's Amazon Page

Super fun conversation with Brooke Van Sickle. Brooke is an aspiring children's author who is documenting her experiences in her blog called Journey to Kidlit. This is a wonderful blog with great resources for authors and parents who love to read with their kids. Click here to visit the Journey To Kidlit Blog Click here to bring Jedlie's educational magic shows to your community

In this special edition of the podcast we meet Kelly Tooman, co author of the Birthday Triplets series. Kelly created this series with her mom to teach kids empathy. Each morning, Candi, Cookie and Coco Birthday dance into one of their Granny Rosie's magical adventures to find someone sad whose birthday has been forgotten. It is not until the end of their journey that they discover the mystery of who. Click here to check out the Birthday Triplets IndieGoGo Campaign or visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-birthday-triplets#/

Two of our favorite guests. Leslea Wahl returns to the podcast to share some of her favorite Middle Grade & YA titles in the Fantasy Genre. We also learn how to make Peruvian Scalloped Potatoes from our friend Elizabeth Rudd from Compass and Fork. Click here to visit Leslea's Amazon Page Click here to visit Elizabeth's Compass & Fork Blog Click here to learn more about Jedlie's educational magic show

We have a wonderful time chatting with Emily Peers. Emily is a mom who has turned her love for family and baking into a fantastic new Facebook page called What CoCo Likes. Click here to visit the What CoCo Likes Facebook Page Click here to learn more about Jedlie's nationally acclaimed school assembly program

This is possibly one of my favorite episodes of the RWYK Podcast. We have a fascinating conversation with NJ Non Public School Teacher of the Year Julia Guthrie. Julia is passionate about inspiring kids to develop a love of learning & reading. She shares some truly innovative ideas on how we can help even the most reluctant readers fall in love with books. Click here to read Julia's blog post on The Nerdy Reader Looking to build a safe, bully free school community? Click here to learn more about Jedlie's nationally acclaimed school assembly

Fascinating conversation with author & illustrator Yevgenia Nayberg. Her beautiful new picture book "Anya's Secret Society" gives us a peak into life in Russia and into the mind of a little girl who feels like she does not fit in. Click here to find Yevgenia's Amazon Page Click here to find out more about Jedlie's nationally acclaimed school assembly programs

Today we speak with the authors of two Reading With Your Kids Certified Great Reads! Nayera Salam is on to celebrate her touching new Kidlit Friends of a Different Kind. And we also welcome Peggy Race, author of Deputy Paws and the Puppy Mill Clause. Click here to find Nayera Salam's Friends of a Different Kind Click here to find Peggy Race's Deputy Paws & the Puppy Mill Cause Click here to learn more about the RWYK Certified Great Read Program

Our guest today is Chris Bergstrom, Director of Youth and Fan Engagement for the World Champion Boston Red Sox. We have a real fun chat with Chris about all of the wonderful family activities the Red Sox offer at Fenway Park and throughout New England Click here to visit the Boston Red Sox KidNation Click here to learn more about Jedlie's school assembly programs

We are celebrating the Buddha's Birthday with a wonderful conversation with Andrea Miller. Her new kidlit The Day The Buddha Woke Up is a board book that will captivate children of all ages. It's the perfect way to introduce young children to the story of the Buddha—the clear, gracefully written story puts the Buddha's awakening into language children can understand. Click here to find The Day The Buddha Woke Up on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School Assembly Programs

We are kicking Mother's Day weekend off with the perfect book for every family. Shannon Forster created her new Kidlit "Loves Grows and Grows" specifically for millions of kids who are now living in extended and blended families. She wants to help kids, and parents know that there is no limit to how much we can love. Click here to find Love Grows & Grows on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's anti bullying school assembly program

Brad Berger is back on the RWYK Podcast to introduce us to his brand new "Big Book Of Games. Brad is a master at creating totally interactive social games for families & adult friends. These games are not only fun they are designed to help players grow closer together. Click here to find the Big Book of Games on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's School Assemblies

Do not miss this fabulous conversation with actress, poet & author Shaina Simmons. She tells us about her wonderful debut kidlit The Cat and The Lion. In the process we learn a whole lot about her native New Orleans and about some of her other creative projects. Click here to find The Cat and The Lion on Amazon Click here to learn how to bring Jedlie's School assembly to your community

Author Paolo Mazzucato is on the #RWYK Podcast to tell us about his fun new Kidlit No One Mocks A Panda. A journey through the animal kingdom that shows no matter how different we may be, it takes all kinds, shapes, colors and sizes to make the world a special, wondrous place. Click here to find Paolo's Books on Amazon Click here to find out how to bring Jedlie to your community

Helina Bailey is on the podcast to celebrate her wonderful new kidlit Black Princess. Helina is on a mission to encourage self love and build self esteem, while introducing diversity to children of different backgrounds. Click here to find Black Princess on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's nationally acclaimed school assembly program

Sabrina Fedel is on the podcast to tell us about Leaving Kent State> This is an award winning novel that is a searing look at what happened on May 4, 1970, on the campus of Kent State University as it became the final turning point in Americans' tolerance for the Vietnam War Click here to find Leaving Kent State on Amazon Click here to discover how you can host Jedlie's nationally acclaimed educational school assembly

Heartwarming conversation with author Julie Rubini. She is on the podcast to tell us about "Eye to Eye" her new biography about legendary sports Journalist Christine Brennan. She also talks to us about Claire's Day, a series of book festivals her family began to honor her late daughter. Click here to find Julie's Amazon Page Click here to learn about Jedlie's Live Educational Magic Shows

Have you ever been the new kid in class? Try being the new kid in a country? Nury Castillo Crawford's new #kidlit helps all kids understand the difficulties of learning a new language and new culture while trying to make new friends. Click here to find Nury's book on Amazon Click here to learn about Reading With Your Kids LIVE

Jennifer Senne wants to help kids know that they are loved. Her new inspirational Kidlit "Good Morning Mirror" reminds kids, and adults, that "A mirror can either be your friend or your enemy - it is your choice what it should be." Click here to find Good Morning Mirror on Amazon Click here to learn how to bring Jedlie's inspirational magic shows to your community

Grammy nominated recording artist Phil Joel is on the podcast to celebrate his new inspirational self help book Redwoods and Whales. Phil tells us he wants to help us push aside the things that entangle and lay hold of the lives that we are born to live Click here to find Redwoods and Whales on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's family magic shows

Get ready to laugh! We are joined by the hilarious Russell Ginns. In addition to being hilarious Russell is an author and puzzle maker. He combines all of these talents to delight us with his new kidlit Samantha Spinner and the Spectacular Specs Click here to find Russell's books on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's Family Magic Shows

Shanw P B Robinson is back to celebrate the launch of his latest Kidlit, Jerry The Squirrel Volume Two. Jerry is a Squirrel. Jerry is also an inventor... quite a good one, as a matter of fact. He can design and build just about anything. The problem is, Jerry's inventions rarely work the way he wants them to work. We also talk about a squirrel that built a home in an car engine. Click here to find Jerry The Squirrel on Amazon Click here to find Jedlie's Kidlit on Amazon