Best Scholastic Inc Podcasts (2024)

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Helping Children Thrive: A Conversation With Dr. Linda C. Mayes 35:37

1d ago35:37

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“Children are just suffering more,” says Dr. Linda C. Mayes, director of the Yale Child Study Center. A pediatrician by training, Dr. Mayes specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry. Like other health care professionals, she is sounding the alarm about the rise in anxiety and depression in young people. In this episode, Dr. Mayes talks with ho…

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From Intention to Impact: How to Create More Inclusive Environments 34:44

2M ago34:44

34:44

We hear a lot about DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) policies these days. But the work is often misunderstood, and even disparaged. In this episode, Lindsey Cotter, Chief Inclusion Officer at Scholastic, and Malia C. Lazu, Founder and CEO of the consulting firm Lazu Group, discuss ways to create more inclusive environments. Doing so is not ju…

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Episode 7 - Eugene Williams Jr. 1:34:12

2M ago1:34:12

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We journey into the extraordinary life and career of Eugene Williams Jr., a multifaceted educator whose journey spans from the glitz of Hollywood to the halls of academia. With a Bachelor's degree in English from Emory University and a Master's in Educational Leadership from The University of Mary Washington, Eugene's academic prowess is matched on…

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Episode 6 - Dr. Craig J. Boykin 1:14:04

3M ago1:14:04

1:14:04

On this episode, we are joined by educator and author Dr. Craig Boykin to engage in courageous dialogue aimed at subverting longstanding inequities pervading our schools. Dr. Boykin confronts uncomfortable truths impacting marginalized students. He pens transformative texts like “The IEP Trap” and “Right Motives, Wrong Methods” tackling education a…

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Episode 5 - Dr. Krista Edwards - BSPN, Inc 52:36

3M ago52:36

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Welcome to another engaging episode of the Scholastically Speaking Podcast - the show that tackles the real issues impacting our schools. I'm thrilled to have joining me today the wonderful Dr. Krista Edwards part of the Black School Psychologists Network, Inc. Dr. Edwards has dedicated her career to supporting students as a school psychologist, ac…

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We Dream a World: Celebrating Black History Month With Yolanda Renee King 18:54

3M ago18:54

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In honor of Black History Month, Yolanda Renee King talks with host Suzanne McCabe about her new picture book, We Dream A World: Carrying the Light From My Grandparents Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. Yolanda is joined in the studio by her editor, Andrea Davis Pinkney, who is vice president and executive editor of Scholastic Trade Pu…

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Episode 4 - Special Education: Unlocking Potential Part 2 2:04:23

4M ago2:04:23

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🎙️ Welcome to another empowering episode of the Scholastically Speaking Podcast, where we continue our conversation about the world of Special Education. In this episode, we embark on a journey to understand the unique challenges, triumphs, and innovative strategies within the realm of special education. Join our expert guests Jamilah Bashir - The …

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Authors Neal Shusterman and Sharon Cameron Share Stories of Hope From the Holocaust 34:57

4M ago34:57

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In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we spotlight two Scholastic authors who depict everyday acts of heroism in their latest novels about the Holocaust. First, Neal Shusterman talks about Courage to Dream: Tales of Hope in the Holocaust, his new graphic novel for young readers. The book is beautifully illustrated by Andrés Vera Mart…

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Episode 3 - BLOC.KC 56:38

5M ago56:38

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In Episode 3 of our podcast series, host Timothy White engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Executive Director Cornell Ellis of Brothers Liberating Our Communities Kansas City, widely known as BLOC.KC. Join us as we delve into the mission of BLOC.KC, a dynamic organization with a crucial goal—to significantly increase the representation…

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Episode 2 - Urban Education 55:53

7M ago55:53

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Welcome back to another eye-opening episode of the Scholastically Speaking! In Episode 2, we're diving deep into the dynamic world of urban education. Join Timothy White as he engages in a compelling conversation with special guest LaDeidre Jackson, a seasoned educator that has spent many years in the urban education space. Topics Explored: The Urb…

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Episode 1 - "Special Education: Unlocking Potential" 1:01:40

7M ago1:01:40

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Welcome to our debut episode of the "Scholastically Speaking Podcast." In Episode 1, we cover a topic close to our hearts – "Special Education: Unlocking Potential." Join us as we explore the intricacies, challenges, and triumphs of this vital aspect of the education system. In this episode, our host, Timothy White, engages in a thought-provoking c…

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Celebrating Hispanic Latine Heritage Month With Dr. Maria Armstrong 26:49

7M ago26:49

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In this episode, we celebrate Hispanic Latine Heritage Month with Dr. Maria Armstrong. A longtime educator, Dr. Armstrong is executive director of the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents {ALAS]. She talks with host Suzanne McCabe about her experiences in education and how we can better serve Latino children and families. Dr. Ar…

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Welcome to Camp Sunshine: Jarrett J. Krosoczka Talks About His Award-Winning Graphic Memoir 19:59

11M ago19:59

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If you’ve ever been to summer camp, or wish you had gotten the chance to go, you’ll love hearing author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka talk with host Suzanne McCabe about his latest graphic memoir. It’s called Sunshine: How One Camp Taught Me About Life, Death, and Hope. Camp Sunshine is not just any camp. It’s a place in Maine where seriousl…

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Celebrating Pride Month With Author Simon James Green 19:28

11M ago19:28

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In this episode, we’re celebrating Pride Month with British author and screenwriter Simon James Green. Simon joins host Suzanne McCabe to talk about Gay Club!, his hilarious new novel for young adults. The story revolves around Barney Brown, a self-described chess geek who wants to lead his high school’s LGBTQIA+ Society to better days. But Barney …

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Celebrating 100 Years of the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards 30:06

11M ago30:06

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In 1923, Scholastic founder and CEO Maurice R. Robinson deemed that artistic students should be celebrated every bit as much as their athletic peers. Robinson created the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards to recognize talented young artists and writers from across the United States. The program gained fame through the students who won its awards, man…

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Parachute Kids: Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month With Betty C. Tang 22:00

1y ago22:00

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In this episode, we’re celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with New York Times bestselling comic artist Betty C. Tang. Betty talks with host Suzanne McCabe about her extraordinary new graphic novel, Parachute Kids. The story introduces readers to 10-year-old Feng-Li, a Taiwanese girl who can’t wait to va…

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Big Tree: A Conversation With Author and Illustrator Brian Selznick 30:16

1y ago30:16

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In this episode, we introduce you to siblings Merwin and Louise. They are two tiny sycamore seeds, living in a world filled with dinosaurs, asteroids, and volcanoes. Merwin and Louise are the creation of author and illustrator Brian Selznick, who discusses his new novel, Big Tree, with host Suzanne McCabe The siblings’ story began with an idea from…

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Iceberg: Author Jennifer A. Nielsen Reimagines the Sinking of the Titanic 22:55

1y ago22:55

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Everyone loves a good Titanic story. Jennifer A. Nielsen has written a great one! In this episode, she talks with host Suzanne McCabe about Iceberg, her new middle grade novel. It’s already a best-seller. Iceberg follows the journey of 12-year-old Hazel Rothbury, who is traveling alone on the Titanic. She dreams of escaping her fate as a factory wo…

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I Kick and I Fly: A Conversation With Author and Activist Ruchira Gupta 24:24

1y ago24:24

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During Women’s History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in a range of fields—from politics and the law to aviation and technology. In this episode, host Suzanne McCabe talks with Ruchira Gupta, a journalist, author, and activist who is ensuring a future for girls who otherwise might not have one. Ruchira has worked tirelessly to help gir…

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Dreamer: Akim Aliu Talks About His New Graphic Novel and Racism in the Hockey World 22:03

1+ y ago22:03

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When Akim Aliu was a young boy, he and his family moved to Canada. His parents wanted a better life for their two sons. Akim’s father is Nigerian, and his mother Ukrainian. Whether they lived in Ukraine, Nigeria, or Canada, the family faced discrimination and bigotry. Things didn’t improve when Akim developed a love of ice hockey. Money was tight, …

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Owl Diaries: Rebecca Elliott on Reading Aloud and Eva the Owlet 21:42

1+ y ago21:42

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If you haven’t met Eva the Owlet, you’re in for a treat. She’s headed to Apple TV+ for her own animated series, which debuts on March 31. Eva is the adorable narrator of Owl Diaries, a New York Times bestselling book series by author and illustrator Rebecca Elliott. In this episode, Rebecca talks with host Suzanne McCabe about the runaway success o…

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The Tower of Life: Remembering the Holocaust 27:32

1+ y ago27:32

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In 1941, when Yaffa Eliach was six years old, German troops invaded her town in what was then Poland. Most of the Jewish population was rounded up and murdered. Within two days, 900 years of history was sundered. But Yaffa and her family managed to escape. After the war, Yaffa settled in the United States, where she earned a PhD, writing and tellin…

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The Power of Mentoring 28:53

1+ y ago28:53

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How can individual members of a community help children flourish in the classroom? One way is through mentoring. Scholastic’s nationwide mentorship program helps students boost their literacy skills while creating meaningful bonds with caring individuals. Our read-aloud mentoring program, which comes with books and teaching guides, is called R.E.A.…

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If You Lived During the Plimouth Thanksgiving Revisited 35:32

1+ y ago35:32

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The arrival of the Mayflower in Plimouth in 1620, and the Pilgrims’ feast with Wampanoag Indians a year later, are recalled each November when we celebrate Thanksgiving. But what actually happened at that three-day feast, and how did the narrative change over time? In 2021, host Suzanne McCabe posed those questions to Chris Newell, an award-winning…

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The Science of Reading: Turning Research into Practice with Dr. Julia B. Lindsey 22:41

1+ y ago22:41

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We often talk about the joy and power of reading. But how does a child get there? How do they actually learn how to read, to recognize words on a page and make sense of them? In this episode, Dr. Julia B. Lindsey talks with host Suzanne McCabe about the science of reading and how she recommends putting it into practice. Dr. Lindsey is a leading exp…

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Celebrating Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month With Carmen Agra Deedy, Sonia Manzano, and Claribel A. Ortega 51:25

1+ y ago51:25

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In this episode, we’re celebrating Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month with three favorite Scholastic authors. First, Carmen Agra Deedy talks about her extraordinary new picture book, The Children’s Moon. Illustrated by Jim LaMarche, the book is available in both English and Spanish editions. Carmen is a master storyteller who was born in Havana, Cu…

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Honoring Banned Books Week with Amy Sarig King 22:47

1+ y ago22:47

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Every September, we celebrate banned books. These are the stories that are so powerful—and so transformative—that some people think others shouldn’t be able to read them. Banning or censoring a book may be done with good intentions, but it ends up limiting access to diverse, often marginalized, voices and deprives readers of important historical in…

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“Make Good Trouble” — Remembering U.S. Representative John Lewis 24:56

2y ago24:56

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In this episode, we’re honoring John Lewis, the civil rights hero and Congressman who died in 2020. The bond that Lewis forged with young Tybre Faw is the subject of a new picture book by best-selling author Andrea Davis Pinkney. Illustrated by Keith Henry Brown, the book is called Because of You, John Lewis: The True Story of a Remarkable Friendsh…

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Aaron Blabey and The Bad Guys 28:37

2y ago28:37

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In this episode, author and illustrator Aaron Blabey talks about the creation of The Bad Guys, his hit book series with Scholastic. The series inspired the 2022 computer-animated film of the same name from DreamWorks Animation. Aaron describes the series, which follows the adventures of a hapless gang of criminal animals who finally do good, as “Ta…

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It’s Summer! Grab a Book! 45:12

2y ago45:12

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In this episode, we’re spotlighting the Scholastic Summer Reading program. Authors Christina Soontornvat, Kwame Mbalia, Tracey West, and Lauren Tarshis join host Suzanne McCabe to introduce the books they will be sharing with young readers this summer. Lauren offers a sneak peek of her upcoming I Survived The Wellington Avalanche, 1910, which is du…

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“Be Who You Are” — A Conversation with Alex Gino 22:19

2y ago22:19

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In this episode, we’re celebrating Pride Month with Alex Gino. Alex is the acclaimed author of several queer and progressive middle grade novels, including Rick, You Don’t Know Everything, Jilly P!, and the newly-released Alice Austen Lived Here. Alex talks with host Suzanne McCabe about Melissa, which was originally published as George in 2015. Th…

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“Invisible No More” — Celebrating AAPI Month 31:06

2y ago31:06

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In this episode, we honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with authors Debbi Michiko Florence and Gita Varadarajan. A former classroom teacher, Debbi is the author of award-winning middle grade novels Keep It Together, Keiko Carter, and Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai, among several other titles. Debbi is a third-generation Japanese Am…

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Social and Emotional Learning: What Is it and How Can it Help Kids? 28:57

2y ago28:57

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During the pandemic, an increasing number of children and adolescents have reported struggling with anxiety and depression. How can we help them process their emotions and get the support they need? In this episode, Dr. Amanda Alexander and Dr. Jose Paez talk with host Suzanne McCabe about the role social and emotional learning (SEL) plays in the c…

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Holly Robinson Peete on Autism Acceptance 21:49

2y ago21:49

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In this episode, author and actress Holly Robinson Peete talks about her family’s journey with autism. Holly became a fierce advocate for families like hers after her son R.J. was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Holly and R.J. recently collaborated on a picture book, Charlie Makes a Splash! It tells the story of a boy with autism who fin…

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Cultivating Genius, One Stitch at a Time: Bisa Butler and Gholdy Muhammad 31:51

2y ago31:51

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Cultivating Genius, One Stitch at a Time: Bisa Butler and Gholdy Muhammad In this episode, we celebrate Women’s History Month and the power of women to transform our world, one stitch at a time. Host Suzanne McCabe talks with Scholastic Kid Reporter Camille Fallen, 13, about a recent interview she conducted with acclaimed textile artist Bisa Butler…

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Sharing Black Stories with Andrea and Brian Pinkney 16:20

2+ y ago16:20

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In this episode, author Andrea Davis Pinkney and her husband, illustrator Brian Pinkney, join host Suzanne McCabe to talk about their new picture book: Bright Brown Baby: A Treasury. Andrea and Brian have created dozens of acclaimed books for children, including Hand in Hand: Ten Black Men Who Changed America, Martin Rising: Requiem for a King, and…

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“An Echo of Love”—Celebrating World Read Aloud Day 17:35

2+ y ago17:35

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In this episode, we’ve made World Read Aloud Day a family affair. Author Tami Charles and her son, Christopher, join host Suzanne McCabe to discuss Tami’s picture book, All Because You Matter, which was named the Best Children’s Book of 2020 by Amazon. Next, author Varian Johnson and his daughters, Savannah and Sydney, read from Varian’s graphic no…

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If You Lived During the Plimoth Thanksgiving 25:19

2+ y ago25:19

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The arrival of the Mayflower in Plimouth in 1620, and the Pilgrims’ feast with Wampanoag Indians a year later, are recalled each November when we celebrate Thanksgiving. But what actually happened at that three-day feast, and how did the narrative change over time? In this episode, host Suzanne McCabe talks with Chris Newell, the author of If You L…

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Clifford the Big Red Dog Hits the Big Screen 24:10

2+ y ago24:10

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Clifford the Big Red Dog first found his home at Scholastic in 1963. His now-famous creator, Norman Bridwell had been rejected by nearly a dozen other children’s publishers. Beatrice de Regniers, then the editor of Scholastic’s Lucky Book Club, took one look at Bridwell’s black-and-white drawings of Clifford and said, “The kids are going to love th…

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Muted: A Conversation With Author Tami Charles 24:23

2+ y ago24:23

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In this episode, author Tami Charles joins host Suzanne McCabe to talk about her latest book, Muted. The young adult novel in verse introduces readers to three aspiring musicians: Denver, Dali, and Shaq. The gifted Black teens are coping with high school, family, and friends in rural Delaware Valley. The girls get their first big break when they me…

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month 43:49

2+ y ago43:49

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In this episode, we celebrate Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month with some favorite Scholastic authors. First, Sonia Manzano revisits her 2015 memoir, Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx. You may know Sonia as Maria, the beloved character she played on Sesame Street for more than 30 years. Growing up in a struggling Puerto Rican family …

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The Day Our World Changed: Remembering 9/11 38:25

2+ y ago38:25

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In this episode, award-winning author Alan Gratz discusses the 9/11 attacks and the complicated fallout in the United States and abroad after that fateful day. Alan’s latest book, Ground Zero: A Novel of 9/11, helps young readers understand what it was like to be in Lower Manhattan when two airplanes struck the Twin Towers, and how the attacks led …

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Back to School, Back Together: Classroom Resources for Teachers and Students 36:53

3y ago36:53

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A new school year is upon us, and students are returning to the classroom—some for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic was declared in March 2020. How can educators and families navigate an uncertain landscape? To help everyone get off to a great start, the Yale Child Study Center + Scholastic Collaborative have created “Back to School, B…

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Summer Reading and “the Healing Power of Story” 25:37

3y ago25:37

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According to the Scholastic Teacher & Principal School Report, more than 60% of educators notice a learning loss among students—also known as the “summer slide”—at the start of the academic year. Educators overwhelmingly agree that reading books when school is out supports students’ academic success. The Scholastic Summer Reading program was design…

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Celebrating Pride Month With Leah Johnson and Molly Knox Ostertag 29:29

3y ago29:29

29:29

In this episode, we celebrate Pride Month with new queer romances by award-winning YA authors Leah Johnson (Rise to the Sun) and Molly Knox Ostertag (The Girl From the Sea). Leah’s best-selling debut novel, You Should See Me in a Crown, is a 2021 Stonewall Honor Book and was the inaugural YA pick for Reese’s Book Club. Leah dedicates Rise to the Su…

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Room to Dream: Exploring the Asian American Experience With Kelly Yang and Dr. Don Vu 47:01

3y ago47:01

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Kelly is the award-winning author of the bestselling Front Desk series for middle-graders. She has won numerous accolades for her work, including the 2019 Asian Pacific American Award for Children’s Literature. Kelly talks with host Suzanne McCabe about her writing journey and about Room to Dream, the latest title in her wildly popular series about…

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From Fear to Hope: Covering the Pandemic in our Classroom Magazines 37:53

3y ago37:53

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Lauren Tarshis remembers the responsibilities that fell to her on March 11, 2020, when the coronavirus pandemic was declared, and schools around the country began to shift to virtual learning. Lauren is the editor-in-chief and publisher of Scholastic Classroom Magazines. The magazines, which reach more than 25 million students and their teachers, h…

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To Fly Among the Stars: Celebrating Women in Science 41:23

3y ago41:23

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Do you know a little girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut, a fighter pilot, or an aeronautical engineer? In this episode, we celebrate the achievements of women who dared to follow their own dreams at a time when they were laughed at and dismissed. First, host Suzanne McCabe talks with Rebecca Siegel, the author of To Fly Among the Stars: The H…

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The Making of Twins: A Conversation With Varian Johnson and Shannon Wright 21:21

3+ y ago21:21

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In this episode, author Varian Johnson and illustrator Shannon Wright talk about Twins, their new graphic novel for middle-graders. The story centers around Maureen and Francine Carter, twin sisters who are growing up—and growing apart as they enter middle school. The Carter sisters also happen to be Black. “Writing the girls in this way, where the…

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Celebrating World Read Aloud Day 22:37

3+ y ago22:37

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For 12 years, World Read Aloud Day has challenged participants to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud. The global effort is now celebrated in 173 countries and counting. For the past decade, Scholastic has been the title sponsor of World Read Aloud Day, which was created by LitWorld, a global non-profit that fosters a love of reading in c…

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