Reading With Your Kids Podcast
Reading With Your Kids is all about encouraging parents to read with their kids, and cook with their kids, and do activities with their kids, and experience tv, movies and music together. In other words, our podcast is all about helping parents build stronger relationships with their kids.
Episodes
In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of children's storytelling, featuring three incredible creators who are redefining children's literature.
First up, Scott Rothman and Zachariah Ohora share the magical backstory of their hilarious picture book, KittyBunkPort. Born from a playful moment with Rothman's son in Maine, the book transforms a...
Get ready for an exciting episode that blends children's literature, artistic creativity, and family empowerment! We're exploring the world of "Don't Lose Mr. Cuddles" with author Dev Petty and illustrator Mike Boldt, while also diving deep into family dynamics with Lee Benson from Dinner Table.
First up, Dev and Mike take us behind the scenes of their latest children's book featuring Chip, the enthusiastic dog. They share hilariou...
In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty sits down with two incredible authors who are changing the landscape of children's literature. First up is Rajani LaRocca, a physician & author who's making waves with her powerful new picture book, "Some of Us: A Story of Citizenship in the United States."
LaRocca's book is more than just a children's story—it's a celebration of immigration, diversity, and th...
In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty dives into two incredible children's books that explore identity, belonging, and the power of representation. First up are sisters Peace and Ndidi Amadi, authors of "Chi Chi and Didi Love Their Names," a delightful picture book that celebrates cultural heritage and the importance of embracing one's unique identity.
The Amadi sisters share a powerful narrative ...
Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of children's literature with our latest podcast episode featuring two incredible guests who are transforming how kids experience reading!
First up, we chat with Adam Rex, author and illustrator of the captivating new picture book "Echo". This heartwarming story explores the importance of genuine friendship and breaking free from echo chambers. Adam shares his personal journey of lea...
In this powerful episode of Reading with Your Kids, listeners get a two-part exploration of impactful storytelling for young adults.
First, author Mike Bender and illustrator Chuck Dillon dive into "Bored Panda," a delightful children's book celebrating the magic of boredom. They argue that unstructured time isn't something to fear, but an opportunity for creativity. Drawing from childhood memories of limited entertainment, they sh...
Get ready for a double dose of inspiration in this must-listen episode of Reading with Your Kids! Host Jed Doherty brings three incredible authors on the show to share powerful stories that will touch your heart and transform your family reading time.
First up, meet Carlos Aponte and his stunning picture book "Precious" - a love letter to Puerto Rico that goes way beyond a simple children's story. Set against the backdrop of a hurr...
From Refugee to Bestselling Children's Author
In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty sits down with the extraordinary Anh Do - a comedian, actor, author, and artist who's captured the hearts of millions with his incredible storytelling.
Anh Do's latest book, Wolf Girl, isn't just another children's novel - it's a powerful narrative inspired by his own remarkable life story. Born in Vietnam and esca...
In this must-listen episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty sits down with Dr. Schafer Stedron, author of the groundbreaking children's book "The Boy and His Brightly Colored Blocks," to explore a revolutionary approach to parenting that's changing how we understand and support our children. Dr. Stedron introduces listeners to a powerful parenting strategy that goes beyond traditional discipline, focusing instead on con...
In this captivating episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast, host Jed Doherty explores the transformative power of literature through conversations with two remarkable authors who are breaking new ground in children's and young adult literature.
First up is Jodie Benveniste, a psychologist turned YA author, who shares her compelling novel "Never, Not Ever". The book follows Tilly, a teenager navigating co...
Unlock the Secrets of Playful Parenting: Creativity, Independence, and Imagination
Are you tired of overscheduled kids and endless screen time? This episode of Reading with Your Kids is a game-changer for parents looking to spark their children's creativity and independence!
We dive deep with two incredible guests who are revolutionizing how we think about play and childhood development. Myriam Sandler, author of "Playful by Design...
Get ready for a wild ride through children's literature with two incredible authors who are redefining storytelling for kids! In this episode of Reading with Your Kids, we dive into the magical and hilarious world of children's books with Karly Bonfante and Joan Holub.
Karly Bonfante introduces us to the enchanting Full Moon Fairy, a heartwarming book series that brings nature and imagination together. Inspired by a family traditio...
In this captivating episode of Reading With Your Kids, host Jed Doherty takes listeners on an extraordinary adventure with two incredible authors who are redefining storytelling for young readers.
First up is Rayne Lacko, whose young adult novel "The Secret Song of Shelby Ray" introduces readers to a fascinating protagonist with an extraordinary gift: the ability to hear people's inner music when she touches them. This unique premi...
In this captivating episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty sits down with author Pablo Cartaya to explore the magic of middle-grade literature and the power of authentic storytelling. Cartaya's latest book, "A Hero's Guide to Summer Vacation," promises to be a heartwarming journey that will resonate with young readers and their families.
The conversation delves deep into the art of writing for middle-grade audiences, a...
In this heartwarming episode, we explore the power of children's literature in bridging cultural understanding through conversations with two incredible Asian American authors, Ha Dinh and Yobe Qiu.
Ha Dinh takes us on a personal journey with her touching picture book, "The Jade Bracelet," which delves into the complex emotions of a young immigrant navigating cultural identity. Drawing from her own experiences of coming to America ...
Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of storytelling with our latest episode of Reading with Your Kids! We've got not one, but two incredible authors who are passionate about creating magical worlds that captivate young readers. We begin with an inspiring conversation with Jonathan Stroud, the brilliant mind behind "The Legendary Scarlet and Brown" series. Stroud takes us on a wild ride through a post-apocalyptic world ...
In this exciting episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty explores two incredible creative projects. First, he dives into the magical world of children's book creation with authors Sudipta Bardhan-Quillin and Leeza Hernandez, creators of the delightful "Cats and Construction Hats."
This isn't just another children's book - it's a vibrant celebration of teamwork, creativity, and the power of collaboration. Sudipta and Lee...
In this eye-opening episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty sits down with Deb Mallin, the passionate founder of Mighty Doodle. What makes this platform unique? It's not just another educational app – it's a comprehensive learning experience designed to meet each child exactly where they are.
Mighty Doodle uses cutting-edge AI technology to create a personalized, engaging learning environment for first through fourth-gr...
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