RAR #140: How to Fold Poetry into Your Routin...

There is a type of children’s book that we haven’t talked much about here in twelve years of Read-Aloud Revival. But it’s one that almost anyone who has spent time with babies knows well: board books.Board books are how so many of our kids meet stories and books for the first tim ...  Afficher plus

We all want our kids to be readers. Not just kids who can read, but kids who actually do read. Who then grow up and keep choosing to read because they want to, not because they have to.But there’s a curious thing that those of us who care deeply about raising lifelong readers ten ...  Afficher plus

Roses are red, violets are blue, has poetry ever been intimidating for you? For many people, this art form can feel unapproachable, but poet and educator Sarah Kay, suggests that people who don’t like poetry just maybe haven’t found a poem that really speaks to them. Sarah propos ...  Afficher plus

Poetry is often perceived to be "hard" or inaccessible, but as our next guests illustrate, poetry can offer an "uplifting journey through everyday moments, moods and experiences" for kids at any age or stage of development. Author Matthew Burgess and illustrator Doug Salati join ...  Afficher plus

How do you write a poem? Do you have to rhyme words? Let's help Elliot with his school homework as he creates his very first little poem. Link to episode transcript. Parents, we have plenty of activities, games, and songs that will teach your little one all about collaboration, c ...  Afficher plus

Do you agree that poetry is therapeutic? I do, so on this episode I will read to you some lovely poems on love & life.