Sarah Mackenzie helps your family fall in love with books, and helps *you* fall in love with homeschooling.
…
continue reading
A podcast to help elementary teachers incorporate more picture books into their school day by using read alouds across the curriculum. Each week, I'll share picture book titles to guide you in your teaching. You'll find practical tips, innovative ideas, and a collection of handpicked picture books perfect for each subject. Get ready to inspire, educate and empower your students with the captivating world of picture books. Happy reading!
…
continue reading
Are you looking for something good to read? Or watch? Or listen to? Tune in to Fraser Valley Regional Library’s ReadRadio podcast for some great recommendations. In each episode we will highlight some of the library’s books, movies and TV shows that you might not know about. All reviewed materials are available for loan in the FVRL catalogue. Fraser Valley Regional Library is the largest public library system in British Columbia, with 25 community libraries serving nearly 680,000 people in i ...
…
continue reading
A fifth grade teacher shares books, teaching reflections, and his take on life.
…
continue reading
At Brightly Storytime, we bring your favorite children’s stories to life in video form. Follow along as Ms. Linda reads some of your favorite stories like The Snowy Day and Uni the Unicorn. From a beloved llama who’s learning to read to the trouble-making Dylan the Villain, these episodes introduce a host of new characters, familiar faces, loveable animals and more. Made for bite-sized viewing anytime you and your little one have a few minutes to spare for a great story. Visit ReadBrightly.c ...
…
continue reading

1
4. New Picture Books! February 2025 New Releases
21:53
21:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:53In this episode, I'm sharing my curated list of brand new picture books being released in February 2025. I know how hard it can be to stay on top of new releases while juggling all your other teaching responsibilities, so I've done the research for you. From Brad Meltzer's latest "I Am" biography about Sally Ride to heartwarming stories about frien…
…
continue reading

1
RAR #258: How Picture Book Illustrations Tell Half the Story with Charles Santoso
45:37
45:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:37Dear Duck, Please Come! is the most fun I’ve ever had writing a book. But writing the words is only half the story for a picture book. Which is why today, I’m delighted to share my conversation with the illustrator of Dear Duck, Please Come!, Charles Santoso. Charles was born in Indonesia, raised in Australia, and now lives in Singapore. He’s illus…
…
continue reading
In today’s podcast, Sally shares her favourite picture books to read aloud at library Storytime — and to her own little one at home.Joy by Yasmeen Ismail https://fvrl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S21C1818650If You Plant a Seed by Kadir Nelson https://fvrl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S21C1685490 Sheep Go to Sleep by Nancy Shaw https://fvrl.bibliocomm…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Kids' Read Radio Deanna interviews author Joan Marie Galat. Her book Mortimer: Rat Race to Space is one of the selections for the 2024/2025 Reading Link Challenge.A spot on the International Space Station (ISS) has opened up, and Mortimer, the journal-keeping lab rat, is not about to miss his chance to become an intergalactic spa…
…
continue reading

1
Best of RAR: Reading for Fun is More Important than You Think
37:48
37:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:48Lately here at RAR we’ve been talking about reading for refreshment—reading for the pure joy of it—and how our own reading lives can be a source of energy and joy even in the throes of the busiest seasons of motherhood. This week on the podcast, we're revisiting an episode that dives into why reading isn’t just good for us and our kids, but why rea…
…
continue reading

1
3. How to Make Read Alouds a Non-Negotiable in the Classroom
11:32
11:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
11:32It's late afternoon, and that familiar wave of guilt washes over you as you realize - you haven't done your read aloud today. Again. Between administrative demands, packed schedules, and constant interruptions, it feels impossible to protect that precious read aloud time. If you're nodding your head right now, you're not alone in this daily struggl…
…
continue reading
As a teacher, you know the power of a great read aloud, but like so many others, you might be struggling with finding time, knowing which questions to ask, or keeping your whole class engaged. After years of sharing book recommendations on YouTube, I realized teachers needed more than just titles - they needed comprehensive support for making read …
…
continue reading
Picture this - you're walking through Barnes & Noble, dreaming of building your classroom library, when those price tags stop you in your tracks. $18.99, $21.99, $24.99 per book! If you're like me, you quickly realize that creating that dream read aloud collection could empty your bank account. But don't worry - I've got you covered. In this episod…
…
continue reading
Picture books are magical, but let's be honest - sometimes getting through a read aloud feels more chaotic than magical, doesn't it? Between managing wiggly students, finding the perfect questions to ask, and trying to squeeze it all into your already packed schedule, read alouds can feel overwhelming. That's exactly why I'm so excited to announce …
…
continue reading
Today, we have a very special episode of ReadRadio podcast. FVRL Events Specialist Deanna interviews Canadian author Beka Shane Denter. They are joined by several of the remarkable women profiled in Beka’s new book, Bloom Across Canada:• Kim Taylor — Potter and Photographer (Gabriola Island BC)• Carla Tak — Painter, Parker Street Studios (Vancouver…
…
continue reading
Get your students pumped for the Super Bowl with these engaging football picture books! This video features a collection of fun and informative reads perfect for sharing with your elementary students. Let's make learning about football exciting and interactive! 🌟 FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE BOOK LIST 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB 📚 FOOTBALL PICTURE BOOKS: - Dino …
…
continue reading
In this episode of Kids' Read Radio, Sally shares her fascination with birds. Listen to learn about FVRL's Birdwatching Backpacks and a fascinating non-fiction title about birds: Listen to the Birds by Donald E. KroodsmaDiscover North America's birds and their varied and beautiful songs with this informative, brightly illustrated picture book and i…
…
continue reading

1
63. Read Aloud Toolkit for Elementary School Teachers
13:35
13:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:35Struggling to plan your interactive read alouds? The Read Aloud Toolkit is just what you need! Grab these organized binders to help you plan any read aloud lesson in your classroom. 📚 READ ALOUD TOOLKIT (50% off!) 📚 Read Aloud Toolkit on TpT The Read Aloud Toolkit includes: - picture book titles - tips for choosing a book - sample discussion questi…
…
continue reading
It's that time again - the Children's Book Awards for 2025! I'm sharing my predictions for which books might win the Caldecott award this year. I even have a freebie for you to host your own Mock Caldecott award ceremony in your classroom. 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB 🌟 FREE CALDECOTT ACTIVITY 📚 CALDECOTT PREDICTIONS 2025: - Being Home - Home in a Lunchbox…
…
continue reading

1
RAR #257: You Can Be Refreshed by Your Reading Life
41:04
41:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:04At the start of a new year, we are overwhelmed with the phrase “New Year, new you!” And of course, we want to be better wives, better mothers, and better people. This desire to improve ourselves filters into our reading lives, too. It’s easy to justify a lot of our reading if it helps us be better for our families and communities. But what about re…
…
continue reading
In today's podcast, Charlotte shares a fantastic read for kids ages 8 and up: The Luminous Life of Lucy Landry by Anna Rose Johnson. Lucy, a spirited French-Ojibwe orphan, is sent to the stormy waters of Lake Superior to live with a mysterious family of lighthouse-keepers-and, she hopes, to find the legendary necklace her father spent his life seek…
…
continue reading
Check out these new picture books released in January 2025! Each of these books make a great read aloud for the classroom. It's hard to choose which January 2025 picture book to read first! 🌟 FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE BOOK LIST 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB 📚 JANUARY PICTURE BOOKS: - All in a Year - Greatness - And, Too, the Fox - Don’t Push the Button - Girls …
…
continue reading
In today’s podcast, Deanna tells us about Family Literacy Day 2025 and the contest we’re hosting at all 25 FVRL locations and online. Enter to win one of these two books celebrating this year’s theme: “Learn to Be Green, Together.” You can also borrow these titles from the FVRL collection.Ride Beside Me by Lucy Knisley — A mother and son hop on the…
…
continue reading

1
RAR #256: My New Favorite Book for the Whole Family
42:46
42:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:46Gather your aspiring writers and littlest book lovers for this episode. I am so excited to welcome back author Millie Florence to talk about the beautiful book we created together, Beyond Mulberry Glen. Millie and I are chatting about the making of the book from inspiration to final draft with a series of fun questions from what scene was the harde…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Read Radio, listeners learn about Cue the Sun, an exploration of Reality TV.From beloved New Yorker TV critic Emily Nussbaum comes a groundbreaking narrative detailing the fights, egos, drama and future presidents of reality television. Cue the Sun is a rollicking, deeply reported story about how the early reality TV business met…
…
continue reading
What were the best read aloud books of 2024? Check out all these picture books that were released this year! I'm sharing my favorite read aloud books from 2024. There are some amazing books in this collection! 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB! 🌟 FREE BOOK LIST 📚 2024 FAVORITE PICTURE BOOKS: - Too Much - My Great Big Native Family - A Happy Place - Tricky Chops…
…
continue reading
In this episode, Brenna tells listeners about the middle school graphic novel Brave by Svetlana Chmakova. In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different — math is hard, getting along with friends is hard ... Even finding a partner for the…
…
continue reading

1
RAR #255: The Five Habits of Happy Homeschoolers
1:10:45
1:10:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:10:45What do happy homeschoolers have in common? Over the years, I’ve spoken with thousands of homeschoolers from all over the world. When I asked experienced moms what they do to cultivate peace and joy in their homeschool lives, I discovered there are five habits happy homeschool mamas often share. The good news is that YOU can adopt these habits, no …
…
continue reading

1
59. Picture Books for National Cookie Day
10:05
10:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:05Get ready to crumble with delight! This video features a collection of scrumptious picture books perfect for celebrating National Cookie Day. These sweet stories are ideal for read-alouds, sparking imaginations and inspiring young readers. Watch to discover titles that will leave your students craving more than just cookies! 🍪📚 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Read Radio, Margarita tells listeners about the gothic romance Gothikana by RuNyx. An outcast her entire life, Corvina Clemm is left adrift after losing her mother. When she receives the admission letter from the mysterious University of Verenmore, she accepts it as a sign from the universe. The last thing she expects, though, is…
…
continue reading
Check out these new picture books released in December 2024! Each of these books make a great read aloud for the classroom. It's hard to choose which December 2024 picture book to read first! 🌟 FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE BOOK LIST 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB 📚 DECEMBER PICTURE BOOKS: - The Worry Monster - Time for Bed, Old House - Lefty - A Sea of Gold - Will …
…
continue reading
Did you know you don’t have to wait until you’re a grownup to start cooking? In today’s podcast, Mieke shares five cookbooks for kids. They are full of easy recipes and come with great pictures!Learn to Cook: 35 Fun and Easy Recipes for Children Aged 7 Years +https://fvrl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S21C1880882America’s Test Kitchen: The Complete C…
…
continue reading
What if I told you there’s an Icelandic Christmas tradition where the whole point is to spend an evening sitting around, sipping hot cocoa, and reading books? Sign me up, right? Today, we’re talking about Jolabokaflod, which loosely translates to “Yule Book Flood,” how it started, and how you can bring the magic of this bookish tradition into your …
…
continue reading

1
57. NEW to the Book Club! | December 2024
14:13
14:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:13We are adding some awesome books to the Colorful Apple Book Club this month! Check out these brand new lessons for reading, writing, science, social studies and SEL. I'm sharing how you can use each book in your classroom to teach different lessons. 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB! 🌟 FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE BOOK LIST 📚 DECEMBER PICTURE BOOKS: - The Polar Expres…
…
continue reading
Jessica reviews Rose Sutherland's historical novel, A Sweet Sting of Salt. Once a young woman uncovers a dark secret about her neighbour and his mysterious new wife, she’ll have to fight to keep herself — and the woman she loves — safe in this stunning queer reimagining of the classic folktale The Selkie Wife.Find this title in the FVRL collection:…
…
continue reading
Fun and silly picture books teaching students how to do something! These make great mentor texts for writing workshop when kids are working on how-to writing pieces. 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB 🌟 FREE PICTURE BOOK LIST 📚 HOW-TO PICTURE BOOKS: - How to Wash a Woolly Mammoth - How to Catch a Turkey - How to Babysit a Grandpa - How to Catch Santa - How to Ma…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Kids Read Radio, Sally tells listeners about a first chapter book mystery series by Dori Hillestad Butler: King and Kayla.In King & Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats: Kayla makes special dog cookie treats for her friend’s new puppy, but they went missing and her dog King is the key suspect. But the facts just aren’t ad…
…
continue reading

1
RAR #254: What’s So Great About A Christmas Carol?
29:21
29:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:21"Marley was dead, to begin with." That is one of the most famous first lines in English literature. It comes from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, which is perhaps the greatest Christmas ghost story ever told. What is it that speaks to so many of us about this story of Scrooge and his ghosts? Today I want to talk about what makes this story so…
…
continue reading
Looking for engaging and meaningful books to share with your students on Veterans Day? This video features a collection of powerful picture books that explore the experiences of veterans and the sacrifices they make. These stories are perfect for sparking thoughtful discussions and helping your students develop a deeper understanding of the importa…
…
continue reading
November 2 to 8 is Climate Action Week. This week, public libraries are raising awareness of climate change-related challenges and emergencies facing our communities. In today’s podcast, Chris and Jessica share some book suggestions that will help you become a climate action hero. These include:• Cranky Uncle Vs. Climate Change: How to Understand a…
…
continue reading

1
BONUS: The Power of What You’re Already Doing (Sneak Peek Inside RAR Premium)
57:31
57:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:31As homeschooling moms, we often focus more on what we’re not doing than what we are doing. We fret about the lessons we should be teaching or the projects we should be creating. But here’s what we want you to remember (and what we try to remind ourselves): what you’re already doing is powerful. It’s purposeful. And best of all, what you’re already …
…
continue reading
Check out these new picture books released in November 2024! Each of these books make a great read aloud for the classroom. It's hard to choose which November 2024 picture book to read first! 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB 📚 POSITIVITY PICTURE BOOKS: - Be Careful, Xiao Xin! - Bilal’s Bad Day - Dogs Love Books, Too - Alice in a Winter Wonderland - Cicely Tyso…
…
continue reading

1
RAR #253: How We Choose Books to Recommend at RAR
1:02:13
1:02:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:13How do you know a good book when you see it? I remember walking into the big, beautiful children’s section at the library with my oldest, who was a baby. I wanted to find books to read aloud to her, but it was hard to know which ones we would love. That longing to find good books for my children was the spark that eventually became the Read-Aloud R…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Kids' ReadRadio, Jessica makes the BIG announcement you’ve all been waiting for: the 2024–2025 Reading Link Challenge book list! She introduces listeners to the main characters of each book and the stories you’re about to fall in love with. Ready, set, read!The books are:1. Accidental Trouble Magnet by Zanib Mian2. The City of Em…
…
continue reading

1
53. NEW to the Book Club! | November 2024
15:40
15:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:40We are adding some awesome books to the Colorful Apple Book Club this month! Check out these brand new lessons for reading, writing, science, social studies and SEL. I'm sharing how you can use each book in your classroom to teach different lessons. 📗 JOIN THE BOOK CLUB! 🌟 FREE SCOPE & SEQUENCE BOOK LIST 📚 NOVEMBER PICTURE BOOKS: - A Turkey for Tha…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Read Radio, Sally discusses Stephen Graham Jones' thought-provoking horror trilogy, Indian Lake. In her quickly gentrifying rural lake town, Jade sees recent events only her encyclopedic knowledge of horror films could have prepared her for. The trilogy includes the titles My Heart Is a Chainsaw, Don't Fear the Reaper, and The An…
…
continue reading