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
In this episode, we have a seat at the cool kids’ table as award-winning picture book creators Mac Barnett and Christian Robinson talk about Twenty Questions.
In this episode, New York Times best-selling author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt talks about her absolutely adorable bedtime book, Good Night, Sister.
In this episode, bestselling author and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat talks about his graphic novel memoir A First Time for Everything.
Kathleen Burkinshaw talks about her novel The Last Cherry Blossom—a United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs Resource for Teachers and Students.
Ona Gritz Discusses August or Forever
In this episode, Ona Gritz talks about her latest novel, August or Forever, a story that explores the complexities and joys of sisterhood.
Julie Fogliano, Molly Idle, and Juana Martinez-Neal Discuss ‘I Don’t Care’
In this episode, it’s a trifecta of guests! Caldecott Honor Book winners Molly Idle and Juana Martinez-Neal, and bestselling author Julie Fogliano.
In this episode, cast and crew members talk about Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, an adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical.
Antwan Eady Discusses ‘Nigel and the Moon’ and Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Day
Author Antwan Eady talks about his stunning and uplifting picture book, Nigel and the Moon—this year’s selection for Jumpstart’s Read for the Record.
Katherine Applegate Discusses Odder
An all-time favorite author, Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate, talks about her latest stunning novel, Odder, the story of an intrepid sea otter.
In this episode, super talented and award-winning picture book creator Molly Idle talks about her new and poignant story Witch Hazel.