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
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.
Learn about award-winning author-illustrator Carin Berger, her love for books, childhood memories, and the inspiration behind her latest book, In The Night Garden.
Todd Parr shares his journey to becoming an author and illustrator, inspired by his struggles in school and desire to help kids feel better about themselves.
The talented author-illustrator Kaz Windness joined us to give an exclusive insight into her picture book, Bitsy Bat, School Star.
Chris Grabenstein talks about his new hilarious picture book No Is All I Know and the latest book in The Smartest Kid in the Universe series: Evil Genius.