Blog & Podcast Show Notes

It's hard to go back to school or work after a long break. And this year, at least in the United States, back to school has been...

Podcast Update: Welcome Back, Katherine! In the realm of children's literature, few authors can claim the power to stir the hearts of...

The Cicadas Are Coming!!! It's a once-in-our-lifetime opportunity to observe and take part in citizen science with your class. Not since...

When we think of masculinity, particularly in young Black boys, society has painted a very specific, often limiting picture. But what...

In today's society, childhood anxiety is increasingly visible, as more young people and their families find themselves grappling with...

Explore the integration of storytelling and STEM with Jason M. Burns. His comics aren't just for fun—they're gateways to learning and...

How can educators embrace their crucial role in shaping lives and communities? Meet motivational speaker, author, and educational leader...

Get ready to blast off into a world where science meets storytelling with our special guest Jen Swanson, the NASA STEMfluencer who is...

Have you ever wondered how a childhood filled with reading struggles could blossom into a career of crafting captivating stories for...

I was so blessed to add Beth Ferry to my life at the Shenandoah University Children's Literature conference last summer. At lunch, I was...

Looking for captivating books and fun STEAM-based experiences to enjoy this Halloween? Look no further! We've handpicked a selection of...

Witch and Wombat is kind of based on myself as a kid. I spent pretty much my entire childhood asking for a cat, but we couldn't have one...

Dream big. And when you dream big, dream bigger. Dream so big it scares you. That's when you know you're on the right track. -- Vanessa...

Are you looking for shivers this spooky season? Today. Encanto meets Coraline in Finch House, a delightfully thrilling middle grade novel...

Meet Ann Braden, a modern day Judy Blume, who has written the most wonderful, sensitive middle grade books about that time in your life...

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and join me for a chat with rock star Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate as we celebrate the book...

Join me for a conversation with award-winning author and illustrator duo CAROLE BOSTON WEATHERFORD and JEFFERY BOSTON WEATHERFORD (and...

Corinna Luyken joins us to share her journey and the story behind her latest book, ABC and You and Me. This delightful picture book...

Welcome to Adventures in Learning, where curiosity and connection lead to exciting discoveries. In this episode, we delve into the world...

Teresa Robeson is the APALA Picture Book Award-winning author of Queen of Physics (also ILA Nonfiction PB Honor and NCTE Orbis Pictus...