Should my kids’ reading correlate with their history studies?Many of make it a point to make sure our reading lines up with the time period we’re learning about in history. Is that a good idea? That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival. You’ll hear…what I wish I worried about less when it comes to teaching historya tip for helping kids track reading by time periodthe value of re-reading the same books over againFind the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/186/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

Should I use Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons?That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival. You’ll hear…Yes, if it works for you. No, if it doesn’t.My own experience and my favorite alternatives A reminder: look for the easiest way to teach that also nurtures your relationship with your kids 💗Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/185/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

What should you do if your developing reader skips words when reading?That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival. You’ll hear…Actually, we all do skip words when reading, but…Sarah shares a simple tip (🐢 🐢🐢)An idea if your child does this too (🎧 + 📚)Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/184/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

Should we avoid abridged or adapted versions of classics?That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival. You’ll hear…what abridged or adapted versions of the classics can offerwhat happened when Sarah’s daughter read an abridged version of Heidihow adapted books can lead to better, richer readingFind the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/183/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

Today I’m sharing five books you’ll love, plans for RAR this fall (books clubs and writing and events you don’t want to miss!), and answers to your questions about reading a book a day.Wondering if including re-reading is a good idea, or how to stay awake while reading aloud? (You aren’t the only one! 🥱)Tune in to hear:5 books your kids will adore (including a picture book that seems to always grab kids)some book ideas for you, Mama – I made you a list!a secret audiobook strategy 🤫 😉Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/182/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

In this episode, we’re offering some tips and ideas to help you with the nitty gritty of reading more picture books. The whole RAR team is back, and we’re answering your questions about reading a picture book a day.In this episode, you’ll hear:the best way to create a picture book routineif reading the same books again and again is OK (YUP! 👍)when and if to buy a particular book, and new way of thinking about investing in booksFind the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/181/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

We’re all on board with reading picture books to our younger kids, but that has to stop at some point, right?Ohhhhhh no. No, it does not. What do our kids stand to gain… and how on earth can we read picture books with older kids and teens? A lot. Here at RAR, we’re always saying that there is nothing a novel can give your kids that a picture book can’t. Honestly, a picture book might just be able to do it better, with an art gallery to match.In this episode, we’re breaking down how to get big kids and teens on board with reading picture books, what they can gain from them, and we’re also sharing some book ideas we think they’ll love.In this episode, you’ll hear:No such thing as reading levels for picture books – and what this means for youStrategies for inviting teens into exploring picture booksRecommendations for big kids and teens (📚)Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/180/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

Last time on the Read-Aloud Revival podcast, we talked about what happens (and what our kids gain) when we read aloud a book a day. In this episode, we’re digging in to how to look closely at a picture book—how to see what we might otherwise miss. You may be surprised at how much is there in a picture book, just waiting to be seen and heard!No lesson plans are needed. Just you, your kid(s), a book plucked from your shelf. Ready? Let’s do this.In this episode, you’ll hear:What about just reading, and not doing anything extra?How open-ended questions change the reading experience for everyoneHow to look at a picture book in a brand new wayFind the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/179/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

What would happen if we read a book a day with our kids?That’s the idea we’re exploring today in a brand new episode of the Read-Aloud Revival podcast. And we’re also issuing a challenge: we dare you to read a picture book a day with your kids – for a week, a month… or more. And you’ll even hear some profound insights, like how a good picture book is like a baked potato. 🥔 😆 All the details are in today’s episode.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why it’s worthwhile to read a book a day with our kids of all ages (so MANY reasons)What to read with kids of all ages—you know we have lots of ideas! Printable trackers for your own book-a-day challengeFind the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/178/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!

In today’s Special Edition of the Read-Aloud Revival podcast, you’ll meet the man behind Make Way for Ducklings. Robert McCloskey was the first to win two Caldecott Awards, and his books are arguably among the most celebrated picture books of all time.His most popular picture book wouldn’t stay on the page, either. His ducks became permanent sculptures fixed in Boston Public Garden, and even made a way for international diplomacy as part of the START Treaty between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R. in 1991. A picture book is a powerful piece of art. In this episode, you’ll hear:what it was like having Robert McCloskey for a Dad one of the hardest parts of his life as a successful artistwhat his picture books gave the worldFind the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/special-edition-robert-mccloskey/. To join us for the "Reading as Refreshment" Retreat on 1/31-2/1, sign up at circlewithsarah.com!