Author Allison Tait and teacher-librarian-author Megan Daley, co-founders of the Your Kid’s Next Read community, talk books and reading for children of all ages. From board books and picture books, to junior fiction, middle-grade novels and YA blockbusters, they’ll help you find the perfect next book for the young readers in your life. Plus, practical tips on getting (and keeping) kids reading and writing, a whole lot of fun and … YKNR book question bingo.
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Tired of school change efforts that stall, or worse, never get off the ground? If you’re a principal, assistant principal, or instructional coach who is ready have a transformative impact on the teachers you serve then School Leadership Reimagined is for you. Each week, Robyn Jackson will share counterintuitive strategies to help you dramatically improve instruction. You’ll discover how to motivate your teachers, help them be accountable, overcome toxic cultures, and transform your school. N ...
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You don’t stop parenting the day you drop your student off to college on Move-in Day. Your role simply changes. (Actually, it’s not simple at all, but it changes.) You’re a parent for life. Join Lynn Abrahams and Vicki Nelson, higher education professionals and former college parents, as they explore the topics that can help you be a more effective and supportive parent to your college bound student. Whether you already have a child in college, college is still a year or more away, or your s ...
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The Roses Homestead| Homesteading, Gardening, cooking from scratch, sustainable living, food preservation
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Are you a busy wife and mom who longs for a simpler life, one that’s peaceful and unhurried? But you have no idea where to start? Do you look up healthy recipes to make for your family, but you run out of time or don’t have all the ingredients, so you end up grabbing something on the go? Do you want to create a simpler, less toxic home and declutter, so you spend less time cleaning? I am so excited you’re here! This podcast is your go-to guide to achieving an unhurried, simple life. One life ...
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J.R. McKee’s 10 Artist Commandments contains the ten jewels that are guaranteed to propel your artistic career forward, no matter your medium. If you are an artist that is ready to do the business of selling your art, this book is a timeless resource that provides the ten necessary tools required to build an artist’s career far beyond the Instagram and TikTok era and any era that follows. In these pages, you will read for yourself the answer to every artist’s burning question: What does it t ...
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That’s in my End User License Agreement?? Yes, you really did agree to give an app full access to your phone when you clicked that “Accept” button. Companies know you’re not going to read it. That’s why they make it so long and bury the devil in the details. That’s where we come in. Yes, Joel's a lawyer. Yep, a real lawyer. We believe you should know what you’ve agreed to without having to spend 2 hours reading that End User License Agreement (EULA) and all of its attachments. We’ll do that ...
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EP // 18 Garden update, what's working, what's not and what I'll do different next year.
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Hey friends! I have a garden update for you. My tomatoes are flourishing, which is great because I can't wait to make spaghetti sauce and pizza sauce. 🍅 The wildflowers are blooming new beauties each day. I have ONE huge, lonely spaghetti squash and finally green beans. 🌸🌺🪻🌹 I also have a lot of weeds! I'm not using any chemicals in the garden so I…
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Summer Success Series Secret #4: How to Set and Uphold High Expectations of Teachers
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For years we’ve been taught that if we just believed in our people enough, they would rise to the level of our expectations. So why is it that when we set high expectations of our staff, we are often accused of wanting too much, pushing too hard, and being unreasonable? It all has to do with how we were trained. On today’s episode, we’ll unpack som…
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Megan has terrific tips for celebrating NAIDOC Week and recommends some fabulous new and recent books for kids of all ages for your collection. Plus, Allison has low-maintenance costume ideas for CBCA Book Week. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on …
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EP // 17 Home Sweet Home-10 Tips to turn your house into a home.
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Hey friend! Have you been caught up in the cycle of following trends? I know I have been stuck in this cycle before. One day you're scrolling through Pinterest..drooling over all of the beautiful homes, so perfectly styled and curated. Then you look around your home and quietly decide that your house isn't up to par? So you get rid of everything yo…
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#114 Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable: A Conversation with Author Harlan Cohen
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Vicki and Elizabeth had a wide-ranging conversation with Harlan Cohen, college transition expert and author of The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into In College. Harlan shared why the transition to college can be so difficult and why finding your People, your Places, and having Patience can make a difference. Harlan encourages …
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Summer Success Series Secret #3: Be proactive instead of reactive
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You've probably heard the advice before to be proactive rather than reactive. It's really a no brainer. It's much easier to prepare than to repair. And yet, it's easier said than done. "Emergencies," crop up (that could be prevented), people hijack your time (and keep you from the work you want to focus on), and then there's your own personal chall…
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YKNR 164: 10 minutes with Belinda Murrell
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Allison interviews popular children’s author Belinda Murrell about her new junior fiction series THE DAREDEVIL PRINCESS, her long career and writing in a changing world. Plus, details of our exciting special event. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community …
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Are you struggling to raise children in this modern-day chaos of technology? Video games, smartphones, social media, and all of the platforms? Yeah, me too mama. Romans 12:4 (write this out and put it up where you can see it daily) Don't get bullied into parenting like the world parents. We have a much better option! Simple but not easy. And do not…
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EP// 15 Five simple, summer snack ideas that your kids are sure to love!
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Are you kids hungry again? Yeah girl, mine too 🤣 In today's episode, I will share with you our top 5 summer snacks that we are loving right now. Enjoy the show! Be sure to join us in the Facebook group, introduce yourself, and show us something you're working on. We LOVE that! 👇👇👇 The Modern-day Homemaker| Private community for modern-day homemaker…
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Summer Success Series Secret #2: How to Get Unstuck
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Have you ever felt stuck? Not only is it frustrating, but it can be downright demoralizing, especially if you are doing everything you know to get unstuck and still feel trapped. In this next installment of the summer of success series, discover my secret to getting myself unstuck. By using this simple 3 part paradigm, you can uncover the root reas…
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Winter is reading season and Allison and Megan are exploring books that will help young readers lean into the chill – and books that will take them to warmer places. Plus, a reading challenge for teens and a holiday tip to keep kids in touch with books. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan …
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EP// 14 Three tips for a simple, happy summer with your kids!
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Summer is in full swing, YAY!!! 😎 It was a mild yet cold and gray winter here and we could not be happier to have this blazing hot weather. In today's episode, I will share 3 tips for a simple, happy summer with your kids. Let's make this summer one that we will look back on and cherish. Want to connect? Send me an email @theroseshomestead.com Come…
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#113 – Talking About Tutoring: Who, When, and Why It Matters
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Talking about tutoring is a new topic for our podcast, but we are finding that college parenting begins earlier and earlier, and parents are making many early decisions with future college potential in mind. In this episode, Vicki was pleased to be able to have a conversation with Celine Bewsher, Owner/Manager of Club Z! Tutoring in Cambridge, MA. …
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Summer Success Series Secret #1: The #1 Thing between you and success
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We're starting our Summer Success Series, but before we do, there's one thing we need to get out of the way up front -- It's the one thing that can prevent you from being successful as a Builder this year. Find out what it is in this episode, and discover how you can keep it from keeping you from success this year #LikeABuilder.…
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Allison chats to Yuot A. Alaak about the young readers edition of his extraordinary memoir FATHER OF THE LOST BOYS, blending the personal and the global and ... adopted puppies. Plus, Megan has a great recommendation for educators planning for CBCA Book Week. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, …
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EP// 13 What is Modern Homesteading? Embrace self-sufficiency and sustainable living to create a simple life.
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Hey friends! I hope you had a wonderful Father's Day! In today's episode, we will talk about modern homesteading and learn how to embrace self-sufficiency and a sustainable pace of life. Be sure to join us in the Facebook group, introduce yourself, and show us something you're working on. We LOVE that! 👇👇👇 The Modern-day Homemaker| Private communit…
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The ONE thing you must do at the end of the school year
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It's the end of the school year and now is the perfect time to reflect before you get caught up in planning for the summer. Doing so will prevent you from repeating the same mistakes and experiencing the same frustrations next school year. Discover the exact process Builders use to glean the lessons from the school year, take those lessons into the…
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With anxiety in young people on the rise, Megan and Allison discuss books – both non-fiction and novel – to help kids and the adults in their lives explore and explain their feelings. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.c…
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EP// 12 Pantry Essentials-The Ultimate guide to stock your pantry for easy and delicious meals.
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Are you ready to start cooking from scratch but have no idea where to start? I have you covered, friend! In this episode, we discuss how to create more workspace in your kitchen, AKA my baking cart, and I created a FREE pantry stock essentials list for you to download and take to the store with you. I even left room for your own notes on the bottom…
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This episode is sort-of an encore episode. Each year we do an episode where we share some of our favorite – and helpful – books for college parents. This year, we realized that many of the books that we’ve talked about over the past four years are still ones we recommend. So we’ve pulled together seven of our suggestions from past years and put the…
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We’re back for our annual summer reading list - 5 books outside of education that you should be reading this summer. This year’s crop of books cover everything from how to produce greater value in your work, to how to build strong teams, to how to develop a no-bull**** strategy for your school. Each book offers a different perspective on some of ou…
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YKNR 160: 10 minutes with Catherine Doyle
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Allison chats to bestselling author Catherine Doyle about her new, stand-alone fantasy novel PIRATES OF DARKSEA, sibling relationships, and dealing with the hard stuff. Plus, Megan has tips about creating anthologies and Allison survives the leadlighting workshop. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Alli…
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EP // 11 From scratch to savings: The beginner's guide to cooking homemade meals and saving big on groceries
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Have you ever wanted to start cooking from scratch but had no idea where to start? 🤷♀️ In this week's episode, we will dive into scratch cooking and how it will benefit you and your family's health and significantly cut down on your grocery budget. 🍅🍉😋 Remember to keep it simple and enjoy the ride! 🙌 You got this! xoxo, Alicia…
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How to Attract, Hire, and Onboard Your Next AP
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I recently completed a training for the members of BU and it was so good, that I decided to give it to you too. If you have an Assistant Principal, then you’ll definitely want to tune in as I walk you step-by-step through the process of attracting, screening, and on-boarding your AP’s so that you not only find the right person for the position, but…
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Allison interviews author Anna Battese about the latest book in her PD McPEM’S AGENCY FOR MYSTERIOUS MYSTERIES series, writing satisfying mysteries for very young readers and adding sharks and red herrings. Plus, Megan is raving about a new picture book AND a YA fantasy novel. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Conn…
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EP // 10 Empowered Living, Proverbs 31 self-care
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Hey friends! 🙋♀️ In today's episode, we dive into tangible self-care time inspired by Proverbs 31! Remember to start that morning routine ☕🙏✍️, make those arms strong 💪, and create a wardrobe that makes you feel amazing and makes getting dressed simple 💃 Listen to this episode for all the details, xoxo Alicia Come and hang out in the free communit…
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We’re rewinding to one of our most popular episodes ever -- The definitive episode on how to conduct student focus groups. Student focus groups are a great way to connect with your students and collect their feedback on how you are doing as a school. In this episode, learn step-by-step how to select students for a focus group, what questions to ask…
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Megan and Allison discuss a recent surge in requests for short middle-grade novels, and Megan has some recommendations. Plus, brilliant bookmail and reality reflects fiction. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | chil…
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EP // 9 Proverbs 31 business/ wisdom for female entrepreneurs
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In this podcast, we will explore how the virtues and characteristics of the Proverbs 31 women can be applied to entrepreneurs and women in the workplace. In this episode, we will discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, decision-making, and personal growth and development through the lens of Proverbs 31. Come and hang out in the fre…
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#111 – What’s Next? No Longer “Almost” a College Student: the Job Starts Now!
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Once your student makes their final college decision and puts down that important deposit, they enter a new leg of the college journey. Sure, you know there will be lots of preparation work ahead – summer decisions, shopping, good-byes, packing – but your student may be thinking they’ll really become a college student at Move-in Day in the fall. Yo…
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Did you know that there are certain things you can do that will absolutely guarantee that you will fail? On today’s episode, discover the 5 things that will guarantee failure so that you can avoid them and focus on what behaviors will guarantee success #LikeABuilder.By School Leadership Reimagined
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Allison interviews author Deborah Abela about her new middle-grade verse novel THE KINDNESS PROJECT, going where the writing takes you and the joy (or not) of group projects. Plus, Megan's new favourite junior fiction series, writing workshops, and more. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan…
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EP // 8 The Proverbs 31 home: Managing household responsibilities
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Hey friend! In this week's episode, we are going to talk about how the Proverbs 31 woman managed her home and how we can apply this to our modern lives. Enjoy the show! Come and hang out in the free community 👇👇 Self-Care Strategies for the Modern Proverbs 31 woman If you would like to be a guest on the show, have a topic or question that you would…
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Rewind: Four Battle-Tested Interview Questions to Help you Find and Hire Master Teachers
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It's interview season and in this Rewind episode, I'm sharing my 4 BEST interview questions to help you hire the best teachers for your school. This episode is for you if you have ever interviewed someone, hired them, only to find out too late that they weren’t a good fit for your school culture. There’s a way to avoid that. It has to do with the k…
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The changing discussion around graphic novels, new recommendations and two particular age groups emerge as hot buttons. Plus, Megan is raving about a new YA novel. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksd…
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Hey mama! In today's episode, we are going to explore the Proverbs 31 woman. Get ready to take a deep dive into the world of this biblical superwoman of the bible. Do you have a question that I can answer for you, or a podcast topic that you would like me to cover? If so please send me an email @ alicia@boundariesoverburnout.com. I would love to he…
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#110 – A Guide to Your College Student’s Health: A Conversation with Dr. Jill Grimes the “College Doc”
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When our student heads off to college, we worry about a lot of things, and one of the primary concerns is our student’s health and well-being. We first interviewed Dr. Jill Grimes, often dubbed the “College Doc” because of her focus on the health of college aged students, back in Episode #024 in 2020, at the height of the Covid Pandemic. It was tim…
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Rewind: Why you should be conducting Exit Interviews (Plus a step-by-step Guide)
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Today, we’re talking about a seriously under used and undervalued tool you can use to collect meaningful feedback from teachers, improve your teacher retention rate, and build a stronger school culture: The Exit Interview. Tune in to one of my favortie episodes where you'll discover why you should be conducting Exit Interviews, how to set up Exit I…
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Allison spends 10 minutes with Joel McKerrow, chatting about poetry, kids and creativity, and his debut graphic novel URBAN LEGEND HUNTERS. Plus, Megan shares 5 things your school librarian wants you to know, and Allison is raving about a new picture book. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Meg…
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What the heck does self-care mean anyway? Is it getting your nails done, a bubble bath, or maybe some chocolate? Let's dig in and talk about it in the episode! Mentioned links 👇PODCAST 🎧 SYSTEMIZE YOUR LIFE-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/systemize-your-life-routines-schedules-time-management/id1488424047 Come hang out in the FREE Facebook co…
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Here's why you're feeling so overwhelmed right now
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Are you feeling overwhelmed right now? You’re not alone. It seems like everyone is feeling that way. But, once you understand the root of all overwhelm, then you realize there is a solution and it’s simpler than you think. If you’re feeling overwhelmed right now, you don’t have to feel that way. Discover root cause of overwhelm, specific ways you c…
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Megan and Allison examine the rise and rise of verse novels: why verse novels are increasingly popular, why kids love them, how to read them and what to do with them in a classroom situation. Plus, a list of recommended verse novels and links to more! Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan an…
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EP 05 // How to implement boundaries to live an intentional life
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Do you ever feel like you are living life on autopilot? Floating through your day, catering to the pulls of people, distractions a meaningless to-do list that never seems to be done? Do you feel like a slave to the demands of the world? I know I used to and it was miserable. Let's not let life happen to us, let's create the life we want. Let's disc…
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#109 – Encore Episode -The College Decision Dilemma: What Happens Once Those Admission Letters Arrive?
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Here’s an encore of an earlier podcast episode that we think is so important it deserves to be released again. If your student is making their decision right now, you may need to hear this. The college admission process begins earlier and earlier and sometimes seems to go on forever. When those highly anticipated acceptance letters begin to arrive,…
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Why Some Teachers Resist Your Support (and what you can do about it)
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Have you ever offered teachers support only to have them complain about it later? If so, then today’s episode is for you. Find out the reason teachers often resist our support (and it’s NOT because they’re resistant to change) and how the way we were trained to offer support actually creates resentment on both sides. Then, discover the simple phras…
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Allison interviews multi-award-winning author John Larkin about his latest novel 'Brittany & Co Take On Paris', hobby horses, and teaching creative writing. Plus, two highly recommended middle-grade novels and a heads up about World Bee Day. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your…
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EP 04 // What areas of your life need boundaries?
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Hey friend, have you ever wondered what areas of your life need boundaries? If you have ever done a Google search on this topic you will see the information can be overwhelming. Today I'm sharing with you what I discovered through trial and error to help you decide what areas of your life need boundaries. Let's get it! Enjoy the show! I'm rooting f…
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How to make PD more meaningful for teachers
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The reason we offer PD to our teachers is that we are hoping to provide with support and resources so that they are more effective in the classroom. So why is it that most PD is so ineffective? In this very practical episode discover the 4 steps you must take to make your PD more useful to teachers and more impactful for students. It's time to stop…
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YKNR 152: Insider’s Guide to Literary Festivals
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Allison and Megan go behind the scenes of children’s literary festivals to discuss why parents/carers/educators should take young readers long, what makes a terrific author presentation, and how authors can get themselves on the program. Plus, Megan is fan-girling over one Australian author. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsne…
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EP 03 // Why don't we have any boundaries?
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Hey friend! Why do some people have healthy firm boundaries, and some don't? It goes a lot deeper than we may think. There are many reasons for the lack of boundaries in people's lives. Today we are going to dig into a few, and I will share some tips that helped me! If you find yourself in any of these categories, don't be discouraged. With some wo…
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