The Growing Readers Podcast
The Children’s Book Review is a resource devoted to children’s literature and literacy. On the Growing Readers Podcast, we produce author and illustrator interviews focused on the best books for kids of all ages to help you grow readers.
“Not every book is for every child, but for every child there is a book.”
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The Growing Readers Podcast
Caldecott-winning author-illustrator Matthew Cordell discusses the Cornbread and Poppy series and building a cozy and entertaining world.
Award-winning author Ellen Potter chats about her wonderful chapter book, Squirlish: The Girl in the Tree.
Award-winning authors Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko’sbook Dogtown showcases how fiction can help instill empathy and compassion.
Join the conversation with author Josh Funk as he discusses the unique nuances between Dear Dragon and its spin-off Dear Unicorn.
Discover Julie Hedlund’s inspiring writing journey of her latest masterpiece, Song After Song: The Musical Life of Julie Andrews, on The Growing Readers Podcast.
Nyasha Williams books, Ally Baby Can: Be Antiracist and Keep Dreaming Black Child, open up meaningful conversations with people of all ages.
Get ready to be inspired as you learn about Remy Lai’s latest graphic novel, Ghost Book, which beautifully deals with the difficult theme of grief.
If you’re a parent or caregiver looking for ways to help your kids form healthy digital habits, look no further than Jessica Speer’s book, The Phone Book!
Podcast hosts Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant reveal how they adapted their content for their kids’ book Stuff Kids Should Know.
Sally J. Pla is an award-winning author of books for young readers. She shares insights into her latest novel, The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn.