))
Creating Characters: The Art of Voicing Children's Book Stories
Manage episode 407295547 series 3561709
Content provided by Tina Shepardson: Author, Teacher, Child Leadership Advocate and Tina Shepardson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Tina Shepardson: Author, Teacher, Child Leadership Advocate and Tina Shepardson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
Creating Characters: The Art of Voicing Children's Book Stories
…
continue reading
Welcome to this week's episode! We sat down with the amazing Jill Cofsky, a voice actor and primary grade reading intervention specialist. Discover the fascinating world of voice acting and how Jill's voice, paired with engaging sound effects, brings stories to life, taking listeners on a magical literary adventure. Listen in as she shares her journey and the meaningful experiences she hopes to create for young readers. Enjoy this special feature interview!
Picture Book Recommendations:
a. Rattlesnake Rules
Author: Conrad J. Storad Illustrator: Nathaniel P. Jensen
If these babies shake their rattles, you’d better pay attention! This book helps children learn about rattlesnakes. Much maligned primarily because they are too often misunderstood, rattlesnakes have gotten a bad rap over the years. Conrad J. Storad, an award-winning author of more than 30 science and nature books for young readers, wants to do something about that. In his just released book, Rattlesnake Rules, Conrad demystifies the world of rattlesnakes and introduces children to such topics as who, when, and what rattlesnakes eat. He shows readers why rattlesnakes have rattles and what it means if you hear one. You will learn how the snakes’ forked tongues help them survive. The delightful and colorful illustrations of Nathaniel P. Jensen help bring the story alive.
b. My Bonus Mom! Taking the Step Out of Stepmom
Author: Tami Butcher Illustrator: Feras Nouf
Who is this woman? Is she going to replace mommy? Will daddy love her more than me? What if she doesn't like going to the zoo? When children of divorced or widowed parents first hear of their father's intention to remarry, they not only have to work through their own fears and feelings of uncertainty, they have to battle with century-old fairytales and modern movies that depict stepmothers as evil. However, Tami Butcher's first book in a series of books that address family matters in child-friendly rhyme opens the doors to their hearts and minds, by showing kids the positive possibilities of gaining a "bonus mom." Jill Cofsky
Who is this woman? Is she going to replace mommy? Will daddy love her more than me? What if she doesn't like going to the zoo? When children of divorced or widowed parents first hear of their father's intention to remarry, they not only have to work through their own fears and feelings of uncertainty, they have to battle with century-old fairytales and modern movies that depict stepmothers as evil. However, Tami Butcher's first book in a series of books that address family matters in child-friendly rhyme opens the doors to their hearts and minds, by showing kids the positive possibilities of gaining a "bonus mom."
c. Poem: Tortoise
Author: Lyn Halvorsen
d. The Sock Thief
Author: Lyn Halvorsen
Questions For Discussion:
-Have you listened to books narrated by a voice actor? How did this enhance your listening experience?
-Which sound effectsare your favorite?
-Do you search for stories that have both narration and sound effects?
-What is your main take away from today's episode? Why?
Have a great week!
Keep Reading and Keep Leading,
Tina
23 episodes
Share
