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As parents, we want to instill messages in our children’s mind that they will remember forever. Those messages are the values and keys to life they will carry with them into the real world. Did you know that children’s books can be used as a tool to raise good humans? To have conversations with our kids that matter most? Join us on this journey as we spotlight talented authors and their beautiful books. Books that act as tools to create dialogue and bond with our children. Learn how to walk ...
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This episode is our favorite annual Thanksgiving special and we are excited to dive into it with our special guest, Winsome Bingham. A US Army veteran and educator, Winsome is the author of the delightful children's book "Soul Food Sunday". In the first segment of the episode, Winsome shares about her creative process, passion for cooking, and love…
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Have you ever been captivated by a child's expansive imagination? Have you wondered at the transformative power of books in a child's life? We've been exploring these themes with Courtney B Dunlap, author of The Rumble Hunters and a dedicated home educator. Courtney, a former mental health professional and now a mother of four, took us on an inspir…
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Welcome to a journey of independence, resilience, and family bonding in this episode of Parenting & Bonding w/ children's Books, as we sit down with author Steph Katzovi. Discover her inspiring chapter book, 'Hurricamp,' where childhood memories of summer camp blend into a tale of growth and self-discovery. Steph's story dives into the heart of a y…
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Have you ever sung your child to sleep and felt that incredible bond, that unique connection that only a lullaby can create? That's precisely the magic we explore with Amanda Seibert, founder of Mama Sing My Song. Amanda shares her wonderful journey of turning her child's name into a lullaby that eventually inspired her to establish her unique vent…
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Prepare for an enlightening conversation with the mother-daughter powerhouse behind the beloved children's book series, "Dork Diaries." Rachel and Nikki, take us on a captivating journey behind the pages, revealing the magic and messages that have resonated with millions of young readers worldwide. Ever wondered how humor can be a gentle bridge to …
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Get set for a heartwarming discussion with New York Times bestselling author Peter H Reynolds and his budding storyteller son, Henry Rocket Reynolds. Can you remember the bedtime stories that sparked your imagination and filled your dreams with magic? Remember that feeling? We rekindle that love for stories as they weave enchanting tales about thei…
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Can a book transform your home and foster deeper connections within your family? Tune in as we unpack this intriguing concept with the talented author-illustrator Violet LeMay. Violet, who has illustrated 44 books, six of which she has authored, takes us on a journey behind the scenes of her award-winning book, Let's Be Friends. A beautiful explora…
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Join us as we engage in a heartwarming conversation with author Sandi Schwartz, who shares about her book Sky's Search for Eco Happiness. Sandi, the founder and director of the Eco Happiness Project, takes us on a journey through her background, experiences of parenting two school-aged children, and her interesting take on the varying humidity leve…
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What if a single children's book could bridge the gap between parents and their young ones, fostering empathy, understanding, and a love for reading? This episode promises to deliver on that thought, as we welcome Eleni Fuiaxis to our show. Eleni is a mother, teacher, and published author, whose children's book "Picky Patrick" is making waves in th…
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What if there existed a magical world where little eggs journeyed across the globe, learned various cultures, and served their communities? Welcome to the wonderous world of 'Good Eggs', crafted by the charismatic author and teacher, Sandy Ciaramitaro. Her love for storytelling ignited during her childhood and has evolved into a series of children'…
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Every story has a beginning, and for our guest, Timothy Stuetz, it started with a box of bears mysteriously delivered to his doorstep and an offhand remark from his mother. The result? A thrilling journey into the world of children's books and the creation of 86 whimsical tales (at the time of the recording), each filled with lessons on reaching on…
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Get ready for an incredible episode that's all about helping your child grow and thrive through the magic of reading! Our special guest, Dave Cole, has a passion for both math and storytelling, and he's here to share his fantastic book series, 'The Math Kids,' which is all about learning and adventure. In this heartwarming conversation, Dave tells …
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Children's book author, Winsome Bingham, joins us for a discussion around Black family tradition, diversity in books, and her Coretta Scott King Award Winning Book, 'Soul Food Sunday'. Learn more about Winsome Bingham >> https://binghamwrites.com/ Grab the book Soul Food Sunday by Winsome Bingham, illustrated by C. G. Esperanza >> https://amzn.to/3…
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We often hear about adoption from the adoptive parent’s point of view. Rarely do we get to step into the mind of a child and learn what the experience is for them. Once the actual adoption process is finalized, it’s easy to negate all the emotions the child experiences. And while adoption is beautiful, the child often struggles through trauma, sepa…
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Over the last few years, we’ve all taken the time to consider exactly what family means to us. We would venture into the world avoiding unfamiliar people, sanitizing multiple times a day– all to keep our family safe. What a crazy time! A time that made us realize what matters the most, family. A group of people, blood-related or not, that loves and…
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The past few years have drastically changed our way of living. It changes the way we communicate, work, and educate our children. While we are so busy adjusting to change, we often forget that our children also need support. Today, the author spotlight is on Dr. Tamera Foley, a veteran educator and advocate for children's trauma and mental health i…
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Have you ever been in a situation where your child wakes up as Mr. Grumpy pants, and you feel like you’re walking on eggshells around them? Their negative energy affects you and everyone else in the household, and they have no idea how to deal with the bad attitude. What we can do to help them as parents is to show the flip side of what it will loo…
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Did you know that reading books together creates a warm, emotional bond between you and your children? They help create a special connection, not only a parent-children bond but also a link to encourage us to dream. This episode’s author spotlight is on Michael John Sullivan; if the name sounds familiar, there may be a couple of reasons why. Michae…
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What are you feeling right now? Happy? Sad? Lonely? Something you can’t quite describe? With so many emotions to feel, it can be overwhelming. And if it’s overwhelming for us– imagine how your kids may be feeling! The best we can do to help our children is to create the space to allow the hard conversation to happen and help to guide them through. …
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Ever wonder why some kids take to reading a bit more than others? Especially at home, when you ask them to read aloud, they may feel like it's a school assignment rather than an engaging activity. We play an important role in modeling reading for our kids. Children learn through observation and modeling, and we, as caregivers (teachers too!), are t…
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Does your child talk comfortably at home but behave differently around other people? Like when they need to go back to school, they tend to be more reserved, shy, and quiet. Our children go through a lot of changes in their life, and those transitions may result in fear and anxiety that can affect their communication skills. As parents, we want to …
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Do your children have a best toy buddy? That one friend who is always by their side. A playmate and companion just like Buzz LightYear to Andy in Toy Story. Our children have a special bond with their toys. For some children, a robot model is not just a toy but a robot friend. If that’s your kid, this episode is for you! Sari Karplus is back for an…
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Remember the time when you had a FQ (friendship quarrel) with your BFF? How do you handle the situation? Do you feel that friend is a real friend or not really a friend? Because the truth is even best friends don't always get along, and that is OKAY! The author's spotlight is on Jessica Speer today. With her master's degree in Social Science, Jessi…
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Have you ever read a book and then watched its movie adaptation or vice versa? What have you noticed? The book is more detailed! It allows you to feel, react, and act in a certain way because books have a power that resonates with the reader in a way that no other medium does. So, we need more books on the front line, especially in this age of soci…
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Did you know that aside from shooting laser beams and having supernatural powers, superheroes also solve everyday problems? Today’s author spotlight is on Erin Twamley, an award-winning children’s book author of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) books and an educator. Erin shared how she co-authored the book “Everyday Superheroes” a…
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Helping Kids Understand Breast Cancer - Interview w/ Children's Book Author, Marci Greenberg Cox 'Mommy Has a Boo-Boo' We chat about her book and author journey. To learn more, visit https://www.florpublishing.com/ Check out Marci's books here: https://amzn.to/3AVTMYo This episode was originally recorded via video on facebook: https://www.facebook.…
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Dr. Sheila R. Thomas, affectionately known as The Parent Partner, is a passionate educational leader who finds joy in helping others succeed. On this episode, we talk about how her work supports, encourages, and inspires parents to take action to support their child's journey-- in every area of their life. To learn more, visit https://www.drsheilat…
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Pres Shauntee Burns-Simpson of the Black Caucus American Library Association joined us to discuss how the association continues to serve as an advocate for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services and resources to the nation’s African American community; and provides leadership for the recruitment and professional development…
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I sat with award-winning author, poet, and school librarian Alice Faye Duncan to discuss her contributions to children's literature. Heavily focused on her books, Evicted! and Opal Lee And What It Means To Be Free, we travel down memory lane with Alice as she details how she brought these stories to life. To learn more, visit https://alicefayedunca…
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Children's book author, Winsome Bingham, joins us for a discussion around Black family tradition, diversity in books, and her Coretta Scott King Award Winning Book, 'Soul Food Sunday'. To learn more, visit https://binghamwrites.com/ Check out Winsome's book here: books here: https://amzn.to/3d4sE2h This episode was originally recorded via video on …
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Ben is the father of four Princesses and a Superhero. Raising five beautiful, smart, independent children has inspired and challenged him to use creative and original ideas to teach them essential life lessons. The Flip and Friends series are stories he originally created to educate his own children in a fun and relatable way. As an early writer of…
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As an educator, Angelina uses books to teach kindness, social-emotional learning, empathy, and many more values. She hopes her books will be used by parents, caregivers, and educators to do the same. To learn more, visit https://www.kindnessandstories.com/ Check out Angelina's books here: What Kind of World Would it Be? - https://amzn.to/3hEsuhg I …
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This episode discusses D.M. Whitaker's essential & encouraging potty training books for tots. This is the perfect book for your little boy or girl to feel empowered while on the potty training journey! D.M. Whitaker was born in Omaha, Nebraska to a mom and dad that loved reading books to her and her siblings. Thus, her love for reading and sharing …
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This episode discusses Aja's inspiring Plane Jane series. We hear all about Jane working through both confidence and doubt, obstacles and opportunities to build her own plane and reach new heights. Aja Dorsey Jackson is a Baltimore-based author, editor and mother of three. After writing several books as a ghostwriter, she published her first book, …
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This episode discusses Etaine's beautiful book on the power of our unique differences. We chat about the importance of inclusiveness, Etaine's roots and Irish proverbs, and her artistry which shines through the entire book! Etaine Raphael is the author-illustrator of The Rhyme-Time Twins series, which has just begun! She was born and raised in Wash…
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This episode discusses Sari's impeccable ability to make us laugh while providing thought-provoking content-- all in one children's book! Since her appearance, she has extended her Robotastic series with 'Robotastic: Jake and the Giant Beach.' Although we do not discuss that book in this episode (which aired live a few months ago)-- it is available…
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In this episode, we discuss humor as a tool for parenting. We discuss how humor allows our children to play with words and discover new ways to view the world. While this episode has many many hilarious moments, we also discuss the importance of diversity in books and the barriers that exist for Black and Brown authors. Jacob Eckeberger is a first-…
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As a mother of a young Black daughter, author Kimberly Davis-Peters realized how most children’s books lacked diversity. Wanting a different experience from her own growing up for her daughter Ellie, Kimberly utilized a common occurrence for parents as inspiration for her debut children’s book, “Ellie & The Rainy Day.” What could have been another …
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Tiffany Obeng is an attorney, wife, and mother. The latter accomplishment is what inspired the current book series, Andrew's "Career Day" Series. The book series explores various careers and makes career-day ANY day and EVERY day. Every book's lasting message is: You are never too young to aspire to be anything you want to be! Andrew loves to read …
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Children's book author and fellow podcast host, Lisa Jacovsky, joins us to discuss her Let's Talk! Series. Lisa is a child development specialist and Doctoral Level student at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She works with children under the age of 3 with cognitive and developmental delays, sometimes with a diagnosis of Autism Spectr…
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Children's book author, Alexis Wyatt, joins us to discuss her book 31 Affirmations to a Brown Child. Check out the book: https://amzn.to/3tEybCm This episode was originally recorded via video on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quinnpc619/videos/4070873609635033 Free gift 🎁 Our simple approach to an enjoyable storytime: https://aidynsbooks.com/en…
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Looking for Diverse Children's Books on Leadership 2021? Find the perfect book here and meet the author! This week's author spotlight is on, SRD Harris. Author S.R.D. Harris is an Author, Speaker and Self-Publisher. Her debut title, “Future Miss President” was inspired by the Historic Election of the First Female U.S. Vice President. It provides an…
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This week's author spotlight is on, Alyssa Schermel. Alyssa Schermel (a.k.a. Unicorn Princess Gemma) is a children's entertainer and author of “The Unicorn Princess.” She loves sparking imagination and creative expression in kids as a way of building self-esteem. Alyssa has tons of experience reading to kids - from kids birthday parties to her wond…
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This week's author spotlight is on, Victoria Maldonado. Victoria is the author of the Hearts Drawn Wyld trilogy (In Death We Part, Running in the Mists, Awake in Elysian Fields) as well as several anthology short stories, and the children’s books (Bartleby the Brave, Mieodsin el Valiente) and the upcoming Tears for the Butterfly. She also is editor…
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This week's author spotlight is on, Chelsea Elliott, MSW. Chelsea is the author of Natalie the Monster Slayer and founder of Bedtime Memories Publishing Co. As the parents of two little girls, she and her husband enjoy telling and writing bedtime stories that are fun, inspirational, and educational. With a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Mast…
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This week's author spotlight is on, Vallean Jackson. Jackson was born & raised in Birmingham, AL. She is a graduate of Jacksonville State University with a BA in communications & a minor in biology. She is also a journalist that has written for various publications & loves being a journalist just as much as she loves writing books. Her genres of bo…
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