In this week’s episode we look at some great ways to defeat fear and some great books to help along the way. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript with Links: Welcome to “Books That Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion leading to teachable moments with …
In this episode we discuss two of the topics emphasized in the month of September and some great books that go along with them: Craniofacial Awareness and Hispanic Heritage. Plus we have a giveaway! Check it out, enter the giveaway, and find links below. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript with Links: Welcome to “Books …
Episode 119: September Emphases – Craniofacial Awareness and Hispanic Heritage Read More »
In this episode of “Books that Spark,” we look at some back-to-school books that will help our children think about being compassionate and caring toward others, seeing needs and meeting them. Comment below to enter our September giveaway. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript with Links: Welcome to “Books That Spark,” a podcast for parents and …
Episode 118: Back to School and Helping Our Children become Compassionate Classmates Read More »
In this episode we discuss a wonderful novel for older elementary through young adult ages. It is included in this month’s book club featured in our monthly newsletter. If you do not receive our newsletter, you can join our mailing list in the column to the right of this post. Book Discussed in This Episode: …
Episode 117: Discussion of A Wolf Story (A Book for Older Kids) and Our Book Club Read More »
In this episode we talk with Laura Alary about her new book that launches today: Here-The Dot We Call Home and her many other books. Our Guest: Laura Alary Laura Alary is a writer, educator, and storyteller. She has loved books since she was barely big enough to clamber up the steps of the book mobile that …
Episode 116: Interview with Laura Alary and Discussion of Her New Book Read More »
In this episode of “Books that Spark,” we introduce our new Book Club! To be a part, you can sign up for our mailing list at terriehellardbrown.com. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript with Links: Welcome to “Books That Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion, …
Episode 115: Introducing the “Books that Spark” Book Club Read More »
In this episode we visit with Glenys Nellist who has three wonderful books launching in August and September. One is specifically for the start of school: Little Mole Goes to School. Our Guest: Glenys Nellist Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. The author of multiple award-winning children’s books, …
Episode 114: Interview with Glenys Nellist about Her Three New Books Read More »
In this third part of our conversation about Third Culture Kids, we discuss some more of the challenges and benefits of raising children overseas. Our Guests: Kathy Gross and Teresa Rowland Kathy Gross Kathy has taught in international schools in Taiwan and China for over 20 years. Teresa Rowland Teresa grew up as a missionary …
In this episode we explore the world of wordless picture books. It is a fun genre that allows our children to practice telling stories and helps them explore visual details in the illustrations. Books Discussed in This Episode Transcript with Links Welcome to “Books That Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books that …
Episode 110: Enjoying the Fun of Wordless Books with Our Children Read More »
In this episode we continue our conversation with Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder and CEO of Foundation Worldview about helping our children learn to think critically while building a Christian world view. She gives us some great pointers on talking with our children about important questions leading to critical thinking and effective reasoning even with our youngest little …
