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Summer is fast approaching, and here's what we propose: a relaxed and simple summer that offers just enough structure to keep those long sticky days from melting into chaos... and just enough fun to keep your kids asking for more. 
 Also: Fairy Tales.  
 Last week, I did a couple of live workshops on three simple steps to have a Fairy Tale Summer with your kids, no matter how old they are. 
 In today’s episode, I share the workshop recording, and you can also watch the video workshop that includes all of my slides. 
 If you want to join us at RAR Premium for a Fairy Tale Summer, head to readaloudrevival.com/fairytale or text “fairytale” to 33777, and we’ll send you an invitation. 
 Here's what we'll talk about:How reading fairy tales can make your summer easier (and more fun)The fairy tales Sarah recommends for every ageThe tippy top thing you can do to make sure your kids make delightful memories this summer (it’s way less work than you think)
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Bonus: 3 Steps to a Fairy Tale Summer

Are you intimidated by the thought of teaching Shakespeare?  
 You’re not alone.  
 A lot of people struggle to connect to Shakespeare’s work, even if they really want their kids to be familiar with his plays.  
 What if I told you there's a way to make teaching Shakespeare to your kids enjoyable for them… 
 …AND delightful for you?  
 In today’s episode, Ken Ludwig, celebrated playwright and author of How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare, argues that the reason so many of us feel like we don’t get Shakespeare is because people don’t know why (or how!) to teach it.  
 But figuring out how to teach Shakespeare well is worth it, because not only was he groundbreaking in his time, but he has so much to teach us about what it means to be human.  
 Don’t miss this replay of our live conversation where Ken shares all his best tips on teaching Shakespeare to your kids and answers audience questions.  
 Plus, Sarah shares her favorite resources for helping kids get excited about Shakespeare.  
 In this episode, you’ll hear: How to break down passages for young kids one at a timeIs it possible to teach Shakespeare with a wide range of ages?What do we do with Shakespeare’s—ahem—thornier content? (After all, there is a lot of it)
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RAR #241: How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare, with Ken Ludwig

Can you believe it? The Read-Aloud Revival Podcast is ten years old!! 
 That means it’s time for a party! 

Top 10 in the First 10 Years!

When you hear the name Max Lucado, what comes to mind for you? Max Lucado is best known as a pastor, speaker, best-selling inspirational author, and, in many Christian families, he’s a household name. His books are written for everyone—especially those who are hurting, lonely, and discouraged. In his writing, he constantly points his readers back to the truth: that God loves you and you should let Him love you.  Max is also an author of children’s books, several of which are favorites around here. 

RAR #240: Max Lucado: Nourishing a Child’s Heart with Books

Do you ever find yourself wishing you had more time to read?   
 Oh, every day? (Yeah, we get that.) 
 We’re pretty confident that every mom wishes she had more time to read.  
 Carving out a little time to enjoy your own reading life is worthwhile, even in those seasons when you think it’s impossible. (Sarah has six kids, and when three of them were babies age one and under, it definitely felt like an impossible season!) 
 But reading makes us better humans, better mamas, and better women. It also makes us happier. And that matters.  
 Why? Because the key to a successful homeschool is a peaceful, happy mother.  
 When you know you can count on your reading life to be a source of joy and refreshment regardless of how tough the day is, you just might find yourself being a little happier. A little lighter. A little more joyful. 
 On today’s show, we’re talking about how to make time for your own reading life, even when it feels like you don’t have five minutes to spare.  
 Listen in for:Ideas for sneaking in time to read (even on your busiest days)How to make the most of surprise pockets of timeStrategies for handling interruptions, prioritizing your reading, and finding time to pick up a book even when you’re exhausted
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Blessings Pressed Down, Shaken Together

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