Sharing Stories - Book reviews by kids for kids
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -Brought to you by Dyslexia Canada, Sharing Stories is a show where kids share their latest book reviews and discuss their reading adventures. Perfect for all ages and reading abilities, if you love books and want to know what to read next, you're in the right place! If you have dyslexia, you can become a member of CELA to get audiobooks and digital books for free. Head over to their website (celalibrary.ca) and register today.
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Episodes
Kate - Season 2 Finale
February 08, 2022 22:25 - 1 minute - 2.32 MBThank you for listening to Season 2 of Sharing Stories - Book reviews by kids for kids. If you’d like to support Dyslexia Canada in helping to make another season possible, please visit www.dyslexiacanada.org/en/ways-to-give. We hope to see you soon.
Claire & Abby - The high school experience
December 31, 2021 22:37 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBHost Claire interviews guest Abby about her favourite book, The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky. Claire and Abby also discuss their dyslexia and provide great advice for others. Learn more by listening to this podcast today. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Special Episode - A chat with Book Publisher and Author Julie Ann Salisbury
December 03, 2021 18:45 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn our fourth Special Episode of Sharing Stories season 2, we’re joined by Book Publisher and Author Julie Ann Salisbury. Dyslexia Canada volunteer and this episode’s host, Sam, interviews Julie about her dyslexia, career and her advice for aspiring writers. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Adahra & Leah - A world without phones
November 30, 2021 17:58 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MBHost Adahra interviews guest Leah about one of her favourite books, Diary of a Wimpy Kid Old School. Leah also shares how dyslexia affects her brother and how she helps him with reading. Learn more about Leah by listening to this podcast today. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Eva & Henry - Trick or treat it read
October 31, 2021 16:20 - 16 minutes - 31.4 MBHost Dyslexia Canada's Communications Manager, Anna, interviews Dyslexia Canada's young ambassadors, Henry and Eva, about books, Halloween and Mark it Read! In this extra-long episode, Henry and Eva share their top 2021 reads, what activities they’ve been doing to raise awareness of dyslexia and they even give ideas on how you can #MarkItRead this Halloween! Learn more by listening to this podcast today. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Colt & Nora - Falling into a batch of chocolate
September 30, 2021 23:22 - 8 minutes - 5.96 MBWe’re back after the summer break with a brand new episode! Host Colt interviews guest Nora about her favourite book series, The Candymakers by Wendy Mass. Colt and Nora also discuss their dyslexia and how they can relate to some of the characters in the book. Learn more about Colt and Nora by listening to this podcast today. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Special Episode - My Name is Layla with Reyna Gentin
August 17, 2021 21:04 - 28 minutes - 25 MBIn our third Special Episode of Sharing Stories season 2, we’re joined by author Reyna Gentin. Dyslexia Canada volunteer and this episode’s host, Sarah Cronin, interviews Reyna about the first children’s book she has written which explores the topic of dyslexia. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Special Episode - Fish Out of Water with Joanne Levy
July 22, 2021 17:17 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBIn our second Special Episode of Sharing Stories season 2, we’re joined by writer Joanne Levy. Host and Dyslexia Canada Young Ambassador, Maggie Berk, interviews Joanne about her book and in particular what makes Fish Out of Water so accessible and dyslexia-friendly. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Bonus Episode - Maggie MacCormack Drawing Contest
July 01, 2021 17:33 - 3 minutes - 6.09 MBAre you dyslexic and aged 18 or under? Do you have a great imagination and enjoy drawing? Would you like to use these skills to enter our fun competition? Be in with a chance of winning an E-book or an audiobook of Maggie MacCormack and the Witches’ Wheel by entering our contest today!
Leah & Adahra - Field trips and movies
June 30, 2021 18:20 - 3 minutes - 3.84 MBHost Leah interviews guest Adahra about her favourite book, Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Adahra also shares how her dyslexia affects her in school. Find out what Adhara is looking forward to reading next and more about her reading journey by listening to this podcast today. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Mia & Henry - Underpants and singing
May 31, 2021 22:42 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBHost Mia interviews guest Henry about his favourite book series, Captain Underpants. Henry also shares what dyslexia means to him. Find out why Henry loves this book series and more about his journey with dyslexia by listening today. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Lauren & Eva - A badly behaved dog
April 30, 2021 02:13 - 7 minutes - 6.15 MBIn this episode, host Lauren interviews guest Eva about her latest book recommendation, Marley: A Dog Like No Other by John Grogan. Eva also talks to Lauren about how she advocates for those with dyslexia by joining our annual awareness campaign, Mark it Read. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Special Episode - The Maggie MacCormack Book Series with Linda McDade
April 22, 2021 21:56 - 15 minutes - 11.8 MBIn our first Special Episode of Sharing Stories, we’re joined by audiobook narrator and actor, Linda McDade. Host and Dyslexia Canada volunteer, Emma, interviews Linda all about her narration of the fantasy book series, Maggie MacCormack, as well as how Linda sees dyslexia as her superpower. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Felicity & Gabrielle - Une twiste inattendue
March 20, 2021 04:19 - 5 minutes - 4.29 MBFelicity, l’animatrice de l'épisode, pose des questions à Gabrielle à propos du livre «Lady Caca» par Richard Petit de la collection Mon mini big à moi. Gabrielle partage ces genres de livres préférés, pourquoi elle adore lire, et les avantages d'avoir la dyslexie. Ce podcast vous est présenté par Dyslexie Canada.
Natasha and Ben - Bad crackers and moustache exchanges
February 28, 2021 22:06 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBNatasha, the host of this episode, interviews Ben from Ontario about his favourite book series, Investigators by John Patrick Green. Together they chat about Ben’s favourite book genres, what book he’s reading next, and how his dyslexia affects his reading. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Bryndis and Daelyn - Hot tubs and wasps nests!
January 31, 2021 21:13 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBBryndis, the host of this episode, interviews her younger sister Daelyn about her favourite books. Together they explore the popular book series Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney. Warning - this episode contains a spoiler! Join us to hear about Daelyn’s favourite genres and what books she has lined up to read next. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Kate - Season 1 Finale
November 27, 2020 02:45 - 1 minute - 2.33 MBIn this final episode of Season 1, we want to thank all of our listeners, guests and our host, Howard Green. Please support our first-ever podcast by subscribing and leaving a review. If you would like to know more about the books reviewed on this show, head over to www.dyslexiacanada.org/sharing-stories-podcast. Thank you for listening and we will see you in season 2 which is coming soon!
Luke - Action Books
October 30, 2020 15:04 - 5 minutes - 4.06 MBIn Episode 4, host Howard Green chats to Luke from Vancouver who is age 10. Luke shares his experience with books, audiobooks, and how his dyslexia impacts his reading. Listen in to hear about the book Luke is currently reading, his recommendations, and more.
Bryndis and Devry - Mystery and Short Stories
September 25, 2020 14:58 - 7 minutes - 5.46 MBIn this episode, host Howard Green is joined by two sisters from Winnipeg. Devry is in grade 7 and Bryndis is in grade 9. They share with us their favourite genres, what books they are currently reading, plus what books they have picked out to read next! This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Amelie - Adventure Fantasy Books
August 28, 2020 07:05 - 5 minutes - 4.31 MBIn this episode, host and best-selling author Howard Green is joined by guest Amelie from Saskatchewan. Amelie is in grade 7 and tells us all about adventure fantasy books, her favourite series and her latest book recommendations. Join us to hear Amelie discuss reading and dyslexia. This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.
Kate - Fantasy Book Series
July 07, 2020 18:02 - 5 minutes - 4.33 MBBest-selling author Howard Green is joined by Kate from Ontario who is in grade 6. Join us to hear about the exciting book Kate is currently reading, her favourite genre, her latest book recommendation and more! This podcast is brought to you by Dyslexia Canada.