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Boris Kachka
Senior editor at The Atlantic who helped compile the magazine's list of 65 essential children's books and discusses criteria and selections on the show.
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Oct 24, 2025
• 55min
What’s Your Favorite Children’s Book?
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Boris Kachka and Emma Sarappo from The Atlantic dive into the world of children's literature with their curated list of 65 essential books. They discuss what makes a book 'essential,' exploring criteria like distinctiveness and emotional depth. The pair highlights the significance of favorites such as 'Sylvester and the Magic Pebble' and 'School's First Day of School' for managing emotions. Listeners join in, sharing their beloved titles, while the editors reflect on the joys of storytelling and why children's literature holds a special place in our lives.
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