Do you love using your imagination to create stories? Our guest started writing poems when he was 13 years old, today he is an award-winning author who has captured the hearts of young adults. Matt de la Peña is here to share with us his passion for writing, the joy of having your book published and key skills you need as a writer. Join the Lingokids Podcast and the host Emily Calandrelli to find out what it takes to be an author. 

*****Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and more that blend educational subjects and modern life skills to help get your kids ready for today's changing world! From math to making friends, reading to resilience, collaboration, creativity, and so much more, spark curiosity, imagination, and success with Lingokids! 💙 *****

Host: Emily Calandrelli. Guest: Matt de la Peña. Story by Sabrina Walasek. Sound Design: Juan Delgado.

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