Reading With Your Kids Podcast

In this captivating episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty explores the fascinating world of children's literature with two remarkable authors who are transforming how we introduce science and wonder to young readers.
Martha Brockenbrough takes listeners on an incredible journey through her book "A Gift of Dust," revealing how Saharan dust travels across oceans, feeding microscopic organisms and ultimately nourishing t...

In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, we dive into the magical world of children's literature with two passionate authors who are transforming how kids think about reading, writing, and making a difference.
Rae Marsh, author of the Love Maggie series, shares her incredible journey of creating books that truly resonate with children. Inspired by her own daughters, Marsh developed a chapter book and middle-grade nov...

In this captivating episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty explores the inspiring journeys of two remarkable children's book authors: Sarah Hwang and Sylvia Chen.
Sarah Hwang shares her extraordinary experience of collaborating with the Dr. Seuss estate, transforming an archived sketch into "Gertrude Gish on a Dish on a Fish." As an immigrant child who learned English through picture books, Sarah brings a unique perspe...

In this dynamic episode of Reading With Your Kids, host Jed Doherty takes listeners on a fascinating journey through two remarkable middle-grade novels that push the boundaries of storytelling.
First up is J E Thomas and her groundbreaking middle grade novel "The AI Incident," which explores the complex world of artificial intelligence through the eyes of Malcolm Montgomery, a 12-year-old foster kid. Thomas reveals how her book tac...

In this delightful episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty takes listeners on an inspiring literary adventure with two incredible children's book authors who prove that creativity knows no bounds.
First up is Patrick Horne, an athletic director and picture book author who discovered his storytelling magic during morning runs. His latest book, "Bear and the Three Goldilocks," flips the classic fairy tale on its head with...

Dive into a Magical World of Storytelling: Podcasts, Greek Myths, and Family Connections
In this exciting episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty explores two incredible storytelling experiences that bring families closer together through audio and books.
First up, Julie Burstein and Dr. Michael Cohen introduce "Live from Mount Olympus," a captivating podcast series bringing Greek myths to life for kids aged 8-12. The p...

In this captivating episode of Reading with Your Kids, we explore two remarkable books that go far beyond traditional storytelling. First, we meet Mason Stokes, author of "All the Truth I Can Stand," a powerful young adult novel that reimagines the story of Matthew Shepard. Stokes courageously delves into the complexity of human experiences, challenging readers to see beyond simple narratives and embrace nuanced understanding.
The ...

In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, we dive into two incredible children's books that prove storytelling is about so much more than just entertainment. Meet Ruby Renee, the spirited protagonist who's learning the art of sharing the spotlight, and Maddie, a resilient young girl finding her place in the world.
Ashley Iman, a passionate math teacher turned author, brings Ruby Renee to life in her latest book. Ruby'...

In this inspiring episode, host Jed Doherty explores two powerful approaches to child development through reading and connection. First, Michal Berg, CEO of Spirituality for Kids (SFK), shares her heartwarming children's book "LB: Discovering the Inner Light". Berg explains how the book helps children understand their inherent worth and inner potential. She emphasizes that every child has an "inner light" - a core of wisdom, goodne...

Get ready for an extraordinary journey into the world of children's literature with two incredible authors who are revolutionizing how kids experience reading! In this episode of Reading with Your Kids, we dive deep into the creative minds of Jon Agee and Robert Gould, who are transforming storytelling in ways you've never imagined.
First up, meet Jon Agee and his delightful characters George and Lenny - a bear and a rabbit who exp...

In this captivating episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty takes listeners on an incredible journey through groundbreaking children's books that do more than just entertain - they educate, inspire, and challenge young minds.
First up, we explore the remarkable story of J. Robert Oppenheimer through the lens of a middle-grade book that transforms complex historical narratives into accessible learning. Pulitzer Prize-win...

Summer Reading Adventures: Discovering Family, Culture, and Imagination Through Children's Books

Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of children's literature that will inspire parents, kids, and book lovers everywhere! In this episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty dives into two incredible books that prove reading is about so much more than just turning pages.

First up, we meet Helena Ku Rhee, author of "...