Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Kimberly Ballou's award winning debut Middle Grade novel When Daronte's Father Went To Prison is a powerful book that addresses issues that effect millions of kids in the US. Kim is back on the show to share news about her just published WDFWTP teachers guide. Click here to find Kimberly's Amazon page Click here to get a free digital download of Jedlie's Love That I Matter To You!

We are so happy to welcome Stephanie Dreyer to the RWYK Podcast. Stephanie is a wonderful part of our podcasting family. She is here to tell us about her wonderful new kidlit "Not A Purse". Not A Purse enlightens families about the various ways animals are worn and used at home Click here to visit Stephanie's web site Click here to learn more about Jedlie's all new school assembly program Reading Matters

Syndicated comic strip artist Mark Tatulli, the creator of the wildly popular Lio comic, introduces us to his full-color middle grade graphic novel that centers on his own experience in the summer after seventh grade. We also meet author and former teacher Beverly Stiffler Smith. Click here to find Mark's books on amazon  Click here to find Beverly's books on Amazon  Click here to learn more about our Certified Great Read Program  

Wonderful conversation with Elizabeth Dufek, the author of The Traveling Dress. This book tells the story of Alexandra, a girl who has everything, but none of the things that warm a little one's heart. A great story about the miracle of sharing. Click here to find the Traveling Pants on Amazon Authors, Click here to learn how you can be a guest on the podcast

Super conversation with Kevin Sands, the author of The Blackthorn Key Adventures. This is an exciting Middle Grade Fantasy series that Kirkus reviews calls Stunning. Listen to hear what kind of family conversations this book will inspire. Click here to find The Blackthorn Key Adventures on Amazon Click here to learn more about Jedlie's new school assembly program "Reading Matters"

How do you approach a math problem that challenges you? Do you keep trying until you reach a solution? Or do you get frustrated easily and give up? Alice Aspinall is here to help us teach our kids that tell us everyone can learn math! Click here to find Everyone Can Learn Math on Amazon Click here for the perfect gifts for kids of all ages at LittlePassports.com/reading

Get ready to meet the inspiration behind the greatest science clubhouse ever! Melissa Stewart, the author of dozens and dozens of amazing science books, knows how to ignite kids curiosity! Click here to visit Melissa's Amazing Web Site Click here for the perfect holiday gift for curios kids at LittlePassports.com/reading

We are so excited. Our Dean of Stem Jennifer Swanson is back with great resources to inspire kids to love STEM. We are excited that Jen has won the 2019 Award from the National Science Teacher's Association. We also welcome Dennis Low to tell us about his wonderful kidlit Isabella and Trent's Hot Air Balloon Adventure. Click here to visit Jennifer's web site Click here to find Dennis' book on Amazon Click here to find the perfect gift for curious kids at www.littlepassports.com/reading

Today we meet two amazing girls. Our first guest is Emily Bastien, the amazing 9 year old author of The Fearless Fantabulous Five. Emily has been writing since she was five and has no plans to stop. Our second guest is Alessandro Reale, and while he is not a girl he is the author of a super book about a very special girl known as Only One Samantha. Click here to find Emily's books on Amazon Click here to find Alessandro's books on Amazon Click here to find the perfect gift for kids of all ages this holiday season at Litttle Passports.com/reading

Looking to start a new family read aloud Christmas Tradition? Listen in as Dorothea Jensen tells us about Santa's high tech savvy Izzy Elves. This award winning series is great fun for everyone. And our conversation with Dorothea is a blast! Click here to find the Izzy Elves on Amazon Click here to for the perfect holiday gift for curious kids of all ages at www.LittlePassports.com/reading

Most adoptive and foster children struggle at some point in their life with knowing who they are and where they belong. After searching for adoption storybooks to read to her own adopted children, Katie Cruice Smith decided that there was a need for more books that parents could read at bedtime to connect with their adopted and fostered children. Click here to find Katie's Book on Amazon Click here for the perfect gift to spark your kids' interest in Geography, World Cultures or Science at www.LittlePassports.com/reading

We go around the World in today's episode of the podcast. We first travel to Hyderabad, India to speak with Harsha Sheelam, author of Poppydown Pals. We then travel to Somerset in the UK to speak to Lynn Emslie about her new book Jasper and Milo's Walk in the Park. Click here to find Harsha's book on Amazon Click here to find Lynn's books on Amazon Click here to find the very best gifts for the curious kids on your list at www.LettlePassports.com/reading

We are so happy to welcome the beginning of the Eight Days of Hanukkah with a visit from author Pamela Ehrenburg. Her new children's book Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas is the perfect book for all families regardless of your faith. Click here to find Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas on Amazon Click here to find the perfect holiday gift for the Curious Kids on your list at www.LittlePassports.com/reading

From our podcast title you know we are all about inspiring families to read together. We also believe in the power of play, and playing together. Brad Berger is here with great, fun games that can help families unplug and grow closer Click here to find Unplug and Play on Amazon Click here to find a super interactive gift that will spark kids curiosity in Geography, World Cultures and Science at LittlePassports.com/reading

Sometimes courage can come from the most surprising places. Donna Sager Cowan tells us about her wonderful new kidlit series Super Hero School and how we can help kids find their super hero courage. Click here to find Donna's book on Amazon Click here to order the perfect gift for the curious kids in your life at LittlePassports.com/reading

Robbin Miller takes us back in time the the mid 1970's, a time when girls were not allowed to play Little League Baseball. Listen as she tells us how her love of baseball helped Break the Barriers. Click here to find Robbin's books on Amazon Click here to get great gifts that spark curious minds at LittlePassports.com.reading

Where do wildly imaginative ideas for Children's Books come from? For author Elen Oberio the answer to that question is easy, from her son, and from listening to children playing. You will love listening to Elen share her creative process while telling us about her wonderful Rocky the Rocketsaur. Click here to visit Elen's Amazon Page Click here to find great holiday gifts at LittlePassports.com/reading  

Cindi Handley Goodeaux is the author of The Adventures of Princess Jellybean. This wonderful picture books takes kids on an adventure in friendship, helping them understand that kids with different abilities can be great friends. Click here to find The Adventures of Princess JellyBean on amazon Click here to to discover the perfect holiday gift that will take your kids on exciting adventures every month

We are so grateful to welcome Dr John Degarmo for this special episode of the podcast. Dr John is the nation's leading foster care expert. Here is here to share some ideas on how we can help our kids live gratefully and help kids in need. Click here to find Dr John's Page on Amazon Click here to learn more about the Never Too Late Home Click here to find the best holiday gift for curious kids of all ages

J Robin Albertson Wren is here to introduce us to her new book Mindfulness for Kids. Homework horrors, chores, and not-so-friendly friends—that’s enough to make any kid’s brain hurt. The secret to staying cool is easy: it’s called mindfulness—and this book gives kids fun activities to practice it on their own. Click here to find Mindfulness for Kids on Amazon Click here to find the perfect gift for the curious kids in your life