Mrs. Behl's Booklist

By Kristen Emily Behl

A resource for Christian parents, teachers, and school librarians, this podcast features (usually) short Middle Grade or Young Adult book recommendations which have been screened personally by the hos... more

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The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

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August 06, 2024 #23: Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan
Genre: Historical Fiction
Kristen reviews this riches-to-rags story of the author's real grandmother, who fled unsafe conditions in Mexico and became a migrant worker in 1920's California.
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5min
July 30, 2024 #22: 90 Miles to Havana by Enrique Flores-Galbis
Genre: Historical Fiction, but based on author's true experiences
One of Kristen's favorite middle school reads yet, this story is about the thousands of children fleeing to Florida without their parents during Operation Pedro Pan and the Cuban revolution.
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9min
July 23, 2024 #21: White Bird by RJ Palacio
Genre: Historical Fiction (GRAPHIC NOVEL!)
Kristen reviews a continuation of Julian's story (the bully from her prior book, "Wonder") as he hears his grandmother's account of her years of hiding during the Nazi occupation of France in WWII.
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8min
May 31, 2024 #20: SPECIAL EPISODE: How Much Should We Shelter Our Children When It Comes To Literature? Interview with Rachel Richart
“Sheltering is different than guiding and protecting. Pretending things don't exist or aren’t real isn’t necessarily helpful to them, but guiding and protecting as they learn about it is the goal.”
Kristen interviews Christian mom and teacher Rachel Richart to unpack this controversial question. As Christian parents, teachers, and school librarians, where should we draw the line on inappropriate content in our children's books? And why? How can we remain approachable to our kids if they read something they question?
This episode is intended to be a helpful resource for Christian parents and teachers as they consider books for their own children and seek to foster a love of learning built on the foundation of their faith.
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46min
May 30, 2024 #19: The Bridge Home by Padma Venkatraman
Genre: Contemporary Fiction
Kristen reviews this heartbreaking and heartwarming story of perseverance and hope through the eyes of homeless children in India.
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9min
May 30, 2024 #18: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
Genre: Fantasy/Contemporary Fiction
Kristen reviews this heart-warming tale for younger readers that teaches the power of love through the eyes of a china rabbit.
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4min
May 30, 2024 #17: Mananaland by Pam Munoz Ryan
Genre: Contemporary Fiction
Kristen reviews this tale of mystery, bravery and compassion with a touch of magic. Lots of parallels to refugees in our world today.
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5min
May 28, 2024 #16: Catching a Storyfish by Janice N. Harrington
Genre: Contemporary Fiction, multigenerational
Kristen reviews a novel-in-verse about a girl who must find her voice after moving to a new town and coping with her beloved grandfather's stroke.
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5min
May 28, 2024 #15: The Elephant in the Room by Holly Goldberg Sloan
Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Animals
Kristen reviews a touching story of mutual love and benefit between an elephant and the humans who rescued her as the main character waits for her mother's return to America.
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3min
May 28, 2024 #14: The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen
Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Disabilities
Kristen reviews an inspiring, modern story of overcoming mental and physical barriers after a high school runner loses her leg.
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5min

FAQs about Mrs. Behl's Booklist:

How many episodes does Mrs. Behl's Booklist have?

The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.