A family podcast about classic children’s books and the impact they have on us long into adulthood. In each episode, we talk... more
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Harold and the Purple Crayon: Exploration and Play are Just a Stroke Away (ft. Chris Van Allsburg & Brian Pinkney) - Do... more
Do you remember reading The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg? As its 40th anniversary approaches, the book is nothing... more
There are many ways that we build our histories. Certain particulars might be largely out of our power, our parentage,... more
Fictional dystopias don’t create fear as much as they validate it. And isn’t that what we want as young people... more
You may be familiar with Maurice Sendak’s books like Where the Wild Things Are or Outside Over There, but do... more
Picture books, while they may be sparse in language, can pack in big and complex lessons about friendship, or difficult... more
There is much to be learned from stories, whether they feature ghosts, witches, or monsters, even when they scare us.... more
Middle grade is a time when readers can be especially moved by the books they pick up. Books can center... more
Children’s literature offers a rehearsal for the real world. A safe place for young readers to practice seeing beyond the... more
Magic and fantastical elements can get kids reading. Young adult fantasy novels construct portals readers can get sucked into, and... more