Podcast Transcripts

Episode 36: Celebrating Dr. Seuss’s Birthday

In this episode we discuss several of Dr. Seuss’s books and a few fun ways to use them.  Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: 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 our kids. This week is Dr. …

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Episode 35: Race, Relationships, and Reading

In this episode we discuss some great books for celebrating Black History Month, but we also discuss some important books for parents to read to equip themselves for having important conversations about race.  Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, …

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Episode 34: Preparing for Lent and Easter

In this episode we discuss books to help us prepare for and celebrate Easter, understand Lent, and discuss tips for sharing the Gospel with young children.  Books Discussed in this Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion leading to teachable …

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Episode 33: Teaching Our Kids about Love and Celebrating Valentine’s Day

In this episode we look at books about love and enjoy some fun books that celebrate Valentine’s Day. We also look at some great books for both parents and children about God’s love.  Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, …

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Episode 32: Celebrating the 100th Day of School and the Joy of Words

In this episode we look at books for celebrating the 100th day of school and books that celebrate words.   Books Discussed in This Episode: Link to fun 100th Day of School worksheets Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion, leading …

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Episode 31-Helping our Kids Develop Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills

In this episode we look at books that help our children understand problem-solving and critical thinking as we celebrate Puzzle Day, Lego Day, and Lewis Carroll’s birthday.  Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion, leading to …

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Episode 29: Helping Our Kids Take a Stand

In this episode we discuss Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. We also look at books that help children learn to stand up for others in helpful and creative ways. Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion, questions, …

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Episode 28: Using Teachable and Defining Moments with Our Kids

In this episode we look at books that help create conversations leading to defining moments when we can encourage our children to be who God created them to be.  Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark,” a podcast for parents and caregivers, celebrating books, that spark imagination, emotion, questions, and discussion, …

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Episode 27: Helping our Kids Embrace World Family and Missions

In this episode we look at stories about missionaries and other heroes of faith as we end 2020 with a challenge to pray for our brothers and sisters around the world working to carry the Gospel to those who do not yet know Christ.  Books Discussed in This Episode: Transcript: Welcome to “Books that Spark” …

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