The Children's Book Podcast
754 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago -Exploring big ideas and the way that stories can help us feel seen, understood, and valued. The Children's Book Podcast features insightful and sincere interviews with authors, illustrators, and everyone involved in taking a book from drawing board to bookshelf. Hosted by a teacher and school librarian, each episode seeks to connect kids and listeners of all ages to powerful, impactful, and lasting stories, and the people who tell them.
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Seized Documents at Mar-a-Lago
September 10, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBThis is a rebroadcast episode of Sarah Jones Breaks It Down. Listen to more episodes HERE. What did the FBI find during the search of former president Trump’s property? Sarah talks about the investigation at Mar-a-Lago. And what is monkeypox? Susan Michaels-Strasser, the assistant professor of epidemiology at the Columbia University Medical Center, shares about this zoonotic disease. Sources Consulted: Attorney general Merrick Garland delivers remarks. The United States Department of Just...
(Worth Noting) A Kids Co. Presents: Sarah Jones Breaks It Down
September 10, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBWhat did the FBI find during the search of former president Trump’s property? Sarah talks about the investigation at Mar-a-Lago. And what is monkeypox? Susan Michaels-Strasser, the assistant professor of epidemiology at the Columbia University Medical Center, shares about this zoonotic disease. This is a rebroadcast episode of Sarah Jones Breaks It Down. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
A Kids Co. Presents: Sarah Jones Breaks It Down
September 10, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBWhat did the FBI find during the search of former president Trump’s property? Sarah talks about the investigation at Mar-a-Lago. And what is monkeypox? Susan Michaels-Strasser, the assistant professor of epidemiology at the Columbia University Medical Center, shares about this zoonotic disease. This is a rebroadcast episode of Sarah Jones Breaks It Down.
Historic Flooding in Pakistan
September 03, 2022 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.69 MBHistoric flooding is impacting nearly 1 in 7 people living in Pakistan as the country enters its second month in the monsoon season. The reasons behind the floods and the catastrophic impact on the Pakistani people are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) Historic Flooding in Pakistan
September 03, 2022 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.69 MBHistoric flooding is impacting nearly 1 in 7 people living in Pakistan as the country enters its second month in the monsoon season. The reasons behind the floods and the catastrophic impact on the Pakistani people are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
(Worth Noting) Megaflood to Impact California
August 27, 2022 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MBIn 1862, a catastrophic flood in California claimed the lives of over 4,000 people, destroying one-third of all property in the state. What new research is uncovering for the future of California is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Megaflood to Impact California
August 27, 2022 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MBIn 1862, a catastrophic flood in California claimed the lives of over 4,000 people, destroying one-third of all property in the state. What new research is uncovering for the future of California is Worth Noting.
Harmful Ableist Words
August 20, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBRecently, Lizzo and Beyonce removed harmful words from songs on their new albums after being pushed and encouraged by their fans. These changes in ableist language are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) Harmful Ableist Words
August 20, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBRecently, Lizzo and Beyonce removed harmful words from songs on their new albums after being pushed and encouraged by their fans. These changes in ableist language are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
(Worth Noting) It’s a Heat Wave
August 06, 2022 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBOver the past few weeks, you may have noticed how very hot it is! Across the northern hemisphere, countries like the United States, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and many others are experiencing hotter temperatures than ever before. This global heat wave is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
It’s a Heat Wave
August 06, 2022 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBOver the past few weeks, you may have noticed how very hot it is! Across the northern hemisphere, countries like the United States, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and many others are experiencing hotter temperatures than ever before. This global heat wave is Worth Noting.
On the Topic of Mass Shootings
July 16, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBIn the first 6 months of 2022 alone, there have been over 250 mass shootings in America—in schools, at grocery stores, in churches, and as people were going about their everyday lives. No matter how sad and scary they are to talk about, these mass shootings are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) On the Topic of Mass Shootings
July 16, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBIn the first 6 months of 2022 alone, there have been over 250 mass shootings in America—in schools, at grocery stores, in churches, and as people were going about their everyday lives. No matter how sad and scary they are to talk about, these mass shootings are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Roe v. Wade Overturned
July 02, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBOn Friday, June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a ruling on women’s reproductive rights that has stood for nearly 50 years. The implications of this decision are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) Roe v. Wade Overturned
July 02, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBOn Friday, June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a ruling on women’s reproductive rights that has stood for nearly 50 years. The implications of this decision are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Casting Expectations on Adaptations
May 21, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIn early May, 2022, Disney announced the cast of the highly anticipated series adaptation of Percy Jackson & the Olympians. The overwhelming reaction to one particular casting choice, as well as the author’s response, are Worth Noting
(Worth Noting) Casting Expectations on Adaptations
May 21, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIn early May, 2022, Disney announced the cast of the highly anticipated series adaptation of Percy Jackson & the Olympians. The overwhelming reaction to one particular casting choice, as well as the author’s response, are Worth Noting --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
(Worth Noting) The Kids Are (Not) Alright
April 23, 2022 07:00 - 10 minutes - 10 MBOn March 31, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the results of its first nationally representative survey of high school students during the pandemic. The findings of this survey are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
The Kids Are (Not) Alright
April 23, 2022 07:00 - 10 minutes - 10 MBOn March 31, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the results of its first nationally representative survey of high school students during the pandemic. The findings of this survey are Worth Noting.
The “Don’t Say Gay” Bill Passes in Florida
March 12, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBThe Florida Senate passed the Parental Rights in Education Bill on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, in a 22-17 vote. The implications of this bill are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) The “Don’t Say Gay” Bill Passes in Florida
March 12, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBThe Florida Senate passed the Parental Rights in Education Bill on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, in a 22-17 vote. The implications of this bill are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
(Worth Noting) Florida, Texas, and Ukraine
February 26, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBAnti-LGBTQ legislation is on the rise and political leaders behind landmark bills in Florida and Texas claim these actions are to protect children. Meanwhile, Russia has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Behind each of these actions lie reasons that are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Florida, Texas, and Ukraine
February 26, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBAnti-LGBTQ legislation is on the rise and political leaders behind landmark bills in Florida and Texas claim these actions are to protect children. Meanwhile, Russia has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Behind each of these actions lie reasons that are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) The Tonga Undersea Volcano Eruption
February 05, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MBThe Kingdom of Tonga in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, east of Australia and Fiji, is made up of around 170 islands. On January 15, 2022, several islands were impacted by the massive eruption of an undersea volcano. The effects this volcano had on the islands as well as on the people of Tonga are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
The Tonga Undersea Volcano Eruption
February 05, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MBThe Kingdom of Tonga in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, east of Australia and Fiji, is made up of around 170 islands. On January 15, 2022, several islands were impacted by the massive eruption of an undersea volcano. The effects this volcano had on the islands as well as on the people of Tonga are Worth Noting.
Love for Others (A Kids Mindful Moment)
January 29, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBIntroducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. In this preview, we share “Love for Others”, a big picture meditation.
(Worth Noting) Love for Others (A Kids Mindful Moment)
January 29, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBIntroducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. In this preview, we share “Love for Others”, a big picture meditation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
(Worth Noting) Unplugging from Tech (A Kids Mindful Moment)
January 22, 2022 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIntroducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. In this preview, we share “Unplugging from Tech”, a situational meditation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Unplugging from Tech (A Kids Mindful Moment)
January 22, 2022 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIntroducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. In this preview, we share “Unplugging from Tech”, a situational meditation.
(Worth Noting) I Am Love (A Kids Mindful Moment)
January 15, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBIntroducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. In this preview, we share “I Am Love”, an affirmations meditation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
I Am Love (A Kids Mindful Moment)
January 15, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBIntroducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. In this preview, we share “I Am Love”, an affirmations meditation.
(Worth Noting) Voter Access and the January 6th Insurrection
January 08, 2022 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBOn January 6, 2021, and for the first time in our nation’s history, the US Capitol was invaded. The results of this insurrection and the impact on voter access to millions across our nation is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Voter Access and the January 6th Insurrection
January 08, 2022 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBOn January 6, 2021, and for the first time in our nation’s history, the US Capitol was invaded. The results of this insurrection and the impact on voter access to millions across our nation is Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) The Harm in Historical Reenactments
October 08, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBHistorical reenactments can be a way to bring history to life for students as well as for sightseers visiting historical landmarks. But the harm and the trauma that can be reintroduced in doing so is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
The Harm in Historical Reenactments
October 08, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBHistorical reenactments can be a way to bring history to life for students as well as for sightseers visiting historical landmarks. But the harm and the trauma that can be reintroduced in doing so is Worth Noting.
Are Banned Books the Problem?
October 01, 2021 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.53 MBLast October, the all-white school board of the Central York School District in York, Pennsylvania, unanimously banned a list of educational resources. The books included on this list are Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) Are Banned Books the Problem?
October 01, 2021 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.53 MBLast October, the all-white school board of the Central York School District in York, Pennsylvania, unanimously banned a list of educational resources. The books included on this list are Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
S.B. 8 and Losing the Right to Choose
September 24, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8 MBEarlier this month, Texas legislators passed Senate Bill 8, making abortions illegal after the sixth week of pregnancy. How this bill was written and the implications it can have on abortion rights throughout the country is Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) S.B. 8 and Losing the Right to Choose
September 24, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8 MBEarlier this month, Texas legislators passed Senate Bill 8, making abortions illegal after the sixth week of pregnancy. How this bill was written and the implications it can have on abortion rights throughout the country is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
(Worth Noting) Can Schools Require Masks?
September 17, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBThe Delta variant is spreading quickly across the United States, and COVID cases are on the rise. So why are some schools requiring all students wear masks while others are banning such mandates? The answer is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Can Schools Require Masks?
September 17, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBThe Delta variant is spreading quickly across the United States, and COVID cases are on the rise. So why are some schools requiring all students wear masks while others are banning such mandates? The answer is Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) The 20th Anniversary of the September 11 Attacks
September 10, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBTwenty years ago, on September 11, 2001, a major event happened in the United States in New York City, the effects of which we are still confronting today. That event is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
The 20th Anniversary of the September 11 Attacks
September 10, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBTwenty years ago, on September 11, 2001, a major event happened in the United States in New York City, the effects of which we are still confronting today. That event is Worth Noting.
At the 2020 Paralympics
September 03, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBThe 2020 Paralympics are currently underway in Tokyo, following the 2020 Olympic Games. What sets the Paralympic Games and their athletes apart from the Olympic games? The answer is Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) At the 2020 Paralympics
September 03, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBThe 2020 Paralympics are currently underway in Tokyo, following the 2020 Olympic Games. What sets the Paralympic Games and their athletes apart from the Olympic games? The answer is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Rethinking Mascots
August 27, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MBThe Cleveland baseball team, known for over a century as the Indians, is getting a name change for the 2022 season. The reason behind the decision is Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) Rethinking Mascots
August 27, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MBThe Cleveland baseball team, known for over a century as the Indians, is getting a name change for the 2022 season. The reason behind the decision is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Climate Change Forcing Tribal Relocation
August 20, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBRising sea levels are affecting tens of thousands of lives along the coasts across the globe. How is climate change impacting the people of the Quinault Indian Nation, located on land now called the state of Washington, and other tribes along the coast? The answer is Worth Noting.
(Worth Noting) Climate Change Forcing Tribal Relocation
August 20, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBRising sea levels are affecting tens of thousands of lives along the coasts across the globe. How is climate change impacting the people of the Quinault Indian Nation, located on land now called the state of Washington, and other tribes along the coast? The answer is Worth Noting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/childrens-book-podcast/message
Not In My Class
August 13, 2021 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIt’s back-to-school season for many of the nation’s 73 million children, but in Texas—and in other parts of the country—what’s being taught in the classroom about our nation’s history is under question. What’s being left out and why? The answer is Worth Noting.