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In this "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie is answering 5 listener requests for books to gift to kids this holiday season.
Towed by Toad by Jashar AwanSuper Magic Boy: I am a Dinosaur and Super Magic Boy: I Am a Space Tiger by Jarod RoselloRabbit and Bear series by Julian Gough, illustrated by Jim FieldJust One Flake by Travis JonkerThe House with a Dragon In It by Nick Lake, illustrated by Emily GravettLily and the Night Creatures by Nick Lake, illustrated by Emily GravettThe Winterton Deception series by Janet Sumner Johnson
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In today's mini pep talk episode, Chrissie shares some questions for you to consider when connecting your kids to their next right book.
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In today's Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing the 7 kidlit books releasing in November 2024 that she is most excited about.
Rocket Puppies by William Joyce (11/5)
Picture BookShort Chapter Books
Drag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe Russo (11/5)Frank and the Big Mistake by Martha Brockenbrough, illustrated by Jon Lau (11/12)Graphics
Gnome and Rat: First Snow by Lauren Stohler (11/5)The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip by Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris (11/5)The Other Side of Tomorrow by Tina Cho, illustrated by Deb JJ Lee (11/12)The Squadi by Christina Soontornvat, illustrated by Joanna Cacao (11/12)Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 9 kidlit books she read and loved during the month of October.
The Woofmore Is Not Haunted by Lori Haskins Houran and Donna Gephart, illustrated by Josh ClelandDrag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe RussoA Day with Mousse by Claire LebourgBeti and the Little Round House by Atinkuke, illustrated by Emily HughesLone Wolf Goes to School and Lone Wolf Gets a Pet by Kiah Thomas, illustrated by K. Fai Steele
FEATURED TITLES
Short Chapter BooksMiddle Grade
The Pumpkin Princess and the Forever Night by Steven BanburyThe Fairy Tale Fan Club by Richard Ayoade, illustrated by David RobertsAudiobooks
The Eyes and the Impossible by Dave Eggers, illustrated by Shawn Harris, narrated by Ethan HawkeBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this booklist episode, Chrissie shares 10 books she read as a child that had a formative impact on her as a reader.
Eloise by Kay ThompsonWilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge by Mem Fox, illustrated by Julie VivasGrandfather Twilight by Barbara BergerMr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present by Charlotte Zolotow, illustrated by Maurice SendakThe Wolf's Chicken Stew by Keiko Kasza
FEATURED BOOKS
Picture BooksChapter Books / Middle Grade
Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back by Shel SilversteinDog Called Kitty by Bill WallaceWhen Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith KerrThe Toilet Paper Tigers by Gordon KormanTerror at the Zoo by Peg KehretRESOURCE MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen on Substack: Looking at Picture BooksBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 8 new release books for kids that she's excited about.
Mr. Lepron's Mystery Soup by Giovanna Zobali, illustrated by Mariachiara Di Giorgio (10/1)The Cafe at the Edge of the Woods by Mikey Please (10/1)Milo the Knight by Gregoire Laforce, illustrated by Charlotte Parent (10/15)Santa's First Christmas by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Sydney Smith (10/22)Pig Town Party by Lian Cho (10/29)Umami by Jacob Grant (10/29)
FEATURED TITLES
Picture BooksGraphic Novels
Bog Myrtle by Sid Sharp (10/8)Dog Trouble by Kristin Varner (10/29)RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW
Looking at Picture Books: Substack by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenLibrairie Drawn & Quarterly on InstagramBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 10 standout children's books she read during the month of September.
Read Alouds, Ranked on Chrissie's SubstackChrissie Writes, No. 21 - Chrissie's free monthly kidlit newsletter
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:FEATURED TITLES:
Catwings Return and Wonderful Alexander and the Catwings by Ursula K. Le GuinThe Zebra's Great Escape by Katherine Rundell, illustrated by Sarah OgilvieWelcome to the Woofmore by Donna Gephart and Lori Haskins Houran, illustrated by Josh Cleland
Short Chapter BooksGraphic Novels
Bog Myrtle by Sid SharpBunny vs. Monkey: Machine Mayhem by Jamie SmartThe Unlucky Kid by Bob HoltTwig Friends by Andrew McDonald and Ben WoodMiddle Grade
Read At Your Own Risk by Remy LaiMinecraft: The Island by Max Brooks, narrated by Jack Black (audiobook)Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares reflections on what it means for kid readers to be brilliant consumers of great art.
Mac Barnett reel on "La porta segreta," April 11
Video mentioned in the episode:Featured Book:
THE SPIDER IN THE WELL by Jess HanniganBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares 6 ways picture books can give kid readers agency on the page:
The Far Side fast forwardWords vs. picturesThe "I made you blink..."The sound partyThe "Oh no you didn't..."The love/hate endingFEATURED TITLES, in the order discussed on the show:
I Want My Hat Back by Jon KlassenThe Rock from the Sky by Jon KlassenI Do Not Eat Children by Marcus CutlerSam and Dave Dig a Hole by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenGuess Again by Mac Barnett and Adam RexGo and Get with Rex by David LaRochelle and Mike WohnoutkaFluffy McWhiskers Cuteness Explosion by Stephen W. Martin and Dan TavisChester Van Chime Who Forgot How to Rhyme by Avery Monson and Abby HanlonPretty Ugly by David Sedaris and Ian FalconerI Just Ate My Friend by Heidi McKinnonThe Skull by Jon KlassenPepper & Me by Beatrice AlemagnaCircle by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenRESOURCE MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
Jon Klassen with Taylor Sterling on MoonbowBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the ten kidlit books releasing during September 2024 that she is most looking forward to.
Attack of the Scones by Josh Funk and Brendan Kearney (9/3)Barnaby Unboxed by the Fan Brothers (9/3)Mr. Fox's Game of No! by David LaRochelle and Mike Wohnoutka (9/10)
FEATURED TITLES:
Picture Books:Middle Grade:
Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody by Patrick Ness, illustrated by Tim Miller (9/3)The Sherlock Society by James Ponti (9/3)A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Halli by Jasmine Warga (9/10)Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell (9/10)Graphics:
Taxi Ghost by Sophe Escabasse (9/3)Twig Friends by Andrew McDonald (9/3)Uprooted by Ruth Chan (9/10)Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In today's reading raves episode, Chrissie is sharing the kidlit books she read and loved during August 2024.
The Verts by Delphine DurandCatwings by Ursula K. Le Guin
FEATURED BOOKS
Short Chapter BooksMiddle Grade
The Swifts by Beth LincolnGraphic Novels
Bunny vs. Monkey: The Impossible Pig by Jamie SmartLet's Go, Coco! by Coco FoxNina Peanut by Sarah BowieSave Our Forest! by Nora DasnesBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Library Life episode, Chrissie is sharing 5 small things she's looking forward to trying in her elementary school library this year:
Weekly routine with the AAC boardWeekly routine with the mood meterHugimals as a universal interventionMarkers that don't dry outThe 100 Checkout Club
Chrissie's Five Small Things:Resources and products mentioned in the episode:
RULER social-emotional curriculumBook: Permission to Feel by Marc BrackettHugimals weighted stuffed animalsBic Magic MarkersBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the 10 kidlit books releasing during August 2024 that she is most looking forward to.
Mas. Menos! by Rhode Montijo (8/6)The Dictionary Story by Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston (8/6)Pizza for Birds by Bob Shea (8/13)The Great Expedition by Peter Carnavas (8/20)Review by Mac Barnett in the NYTThe Ship in the Window by Travis Jonker and Matthew Cordell (8/20)Makers by Young Vo (8/27)
FEATURED TITLES
Picture BooksGraphics
An Unlikely Pair by Bob Scott and Vicki Scott (8/6)Let's Go Coco: A (Sorta) True Story by Coco Fox (8/13)The Legend of Tiger and Tail-Flower by Lee Gee Eun, translated by Aerin Park (8/13)Middle Grade
Read At Your Own Risk by Remy Lai (8/13)Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit she read during July 2024.
Welcome to Scare School by Jarrett Lerner
FEATURED TITLES
Short Chapter BooksMiddle Grade
A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall by Jasmine WargaThe Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman by Gennifer CholdenkoThey Call Me No Sam! by Drew Daywalt and Mike LoweryVanished! and Trapped! by James PontiAdult Nonfiction (that kids might like too if they've watched the PBS adaptation of ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL)
The Wonderful World of James Heriot by James Heriot et. al (audio)Graphic Novels
Slice of Mallow, Vol. 1 by Adam ForemanJurassic Jeff: Space Invader by Royden LeppBunny vs. Monkey: Supersonic Aye-Aye and Bunny vs. Monkey: Rise of the Maniacal Badger by Jamie SmartBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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On today's Deep Dive, Chrissie is answering one of the questions she is most frequently asked: what makes a picture book "work?"
In the episode, she describes a picture book matrix measuring axes of how didactic a book is and how much agency it gives the kid reader.
To view a graphic of the matrix, visit Chrissie's Instagram page @librarychrissie.
To get a deeper look at the matrix with lots of examples, sign up to become a paid subscriber on Chrissie's Substack and look for this Friday's post.
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In this Booklist episode, Chrissie shares her 10 favorite read alouds from the library last school year.
Chez Bob by Bob SheaDim Sum Palace by X. FangDuel by Jessixa Bagley and Aaron BagleyGuess Again! by Mac Barnett and Adam RexPretty Ugly by David Sedaris and Ian FalconerSam and Dave Dig a Hole by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenSi. No! by Rhode MontijoTen-Word Tiny Tales by Joseph CoelhoThe Monster Mac and Cheese Party by Todd ParrThe Night Gardener by Terry Fan and Eric Fan
**NOTE: There are audio quality issues with this episode. Chrissie needs a new microphone, but she wasn't aware of the issue with this recording until after it was finished. Thank you for your understanding!
FEATURED TITLESBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this episode, Chrissie shares a selection of favorite reads from 2024 (so far) across categories.
Pretty Ugly by David SedarisThe First Week of School by Drew BeckmeyerThe Teeny Weeny Unicorn by Shawn Harris
FEATURED TITLES
Picture BooksMiddle Grade
The Underdogs of Upson Downs by Craig SilveyGraphic Novels
Monti and Leo: A Newcomer in Pocketville by Sylvie KantorovitzSky and Ty: Howdy, Partner! by Steve BreenPoetry Comics by Grant SniderAdult Fiction
Piglet by Lottie HazellIntermezzo by Sally RooneyBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the ten kidlit books releasing during July 2024 that she is most looking forward to.
Week-by-week "Coming Soon" sliders on the Barnes & Noble websiteThe On-Sale Calendar from Publisher's Weekly
Resources for Discovering New Release Books:FEATURED BOOKS
Millie Fleur's Poison Garden by Christy Mandin, out 7/2That Always Happens Sometimes by Kiley Frank and illustrated by K. Fai Steele, out 7/2Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis, out 7/16Sweet and Sour by Brian Yanish and illustrated by Stacy Ebert, out 7/30
Picture BooksShort Chapter Books
Felix Powell, Boy Dog by Erin Entrada Kelly, out 7/16Welcome to Scare School by Jarrett Lerner, out 7/16Graphic Novels
Gamerville by Johnnie Christmas, out 7/16Wagnificent by Bethany Murguia, out 7/23Save Our Forest by Nora Dasnes, out 7/30The Night Librarian by Christopher Lincoln, out 7/30Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares the kidlit she read and loved during June 2024.
Ava Lin, Best Friend! by Vicky FangBibsy Cross and the Bad Apple by Liz Garton Scanlon
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Short Chapter BooksGraphics
Monti and Leo: A Newcomer in Pocketville by Sylvia KantorovitzOkay, Andy! by Maxwell Eaton IIISummer Vamp by Violet Chan KarimThe New Girl by Cassandra CalinMiddle Grade
Framed! by Jame Ponti (audio)Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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In today's episode, Chrissie share 10 things that saved her life in the library this year. Listen for reflections on:
Mindful minute using the Headspace appRead aloud ruthlessnessPlus plus blocksDeciding once about what to colorBook tastingsWeedingLibrary LeadersBook repair10 minute teacher walksBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.
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