The Blooming Books Podcast

By Lauren Piland

Hi, I’m Lauren, a mom, former teacher turned children’s book author and your host who joins special guests each episode as we share our top kid lit picks for sparking hard conversations, the easy way.... more

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How many episodes does The Blooming Books Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.

The Blooming Books Podcast episodes:

November 20, 2025 Episode 22: Social Struggles
Our kids are bound to be thrown into awkward social situations, from feeling left out, to feeling annoyed, to feeling downright puzzled. Our chat with Alysson Bourque, an award-winning author of the Alycat series and the Co-Founder of Expound Publicity, takes us on a whimsical journey through the eyes of her beloved Alycat character and her host of furry friends.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic & Books (3:31)
How to Connect with Alysson (19:17)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
Alysson’s Alycat series mentions
“Alycat & the Thursday Dessert Day”
“Alycat & the Friendship Friday”
“Alycat & the Copycat”
“Alycat & the Christmas Cookie Swap”
Connect with our Guests:
thealycatseries.com + @thealycatseries on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube
expoundpublicity.com + @expoundpublicity on Facebook & Instagram
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube
...more
22min
November 20, 2025 Episode 21: Positivity Mindset
The power of positivity is more than just making a wish and hoping for the best. This mindset stems from gratitude, hope and a little courage to face obstacles, despite our friends self-doubt and fear staring us in the face. We chat with Dr. Charnetta Williams about her children’s book on conjuring positivity, even along the most imperfect paths.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic Intro (4:47)
Book Picks (20:20)
How to Connect with Dr. Williams (25:55)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
“Penelope and the Power of Positivity” by Dr. Charnetta Williams
“The Girl Who Makes a Million Mistakes” by Brenda Li
“Mr. Maloof" by Danielle Marietta
“The Bad Seed” by Jory John
Connect with our Guest:
books & resources - PicturePerfectReads.com
connect on social - @pictureperfectreads on fb & insta
postnatal retreat - The Mom Spa + @themomspaatl on fb & insta
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
32min
November 20, 2025 Episode 20: Conflict & Forgiveness
Finding yourself in a pickle is always frustrating, but how can we model and teach our kids empathy & forgiveness during their salty situations? On this episode we chat with pastor and children’s book author, Carolyn Soto Jackson on digging deep to resolve conflict.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic Intro (6:50)
Book Picks (37:02)
How to Connect with Carolyn (39:05)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
“Pickles for Breakfast” by Carolyn Soto Jackson
“Sweet & Sour” by Brian Yanish
“That’s My Truck” by Dr. Becky Kennedy
Connect with our Guest:
books + blog - CarolynSotoJackson.com
connect on social - @CarolynSotoJackson on fb & insta
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
42min
November 20, 2025 Episode 19: Attention Intentions
Your child comes home tired, hangry and zoned out, but yet it’s everyone’s favorite time of the evening - homework time. The struggle. The tears. There has to be a better way. Executive Function Coach Robyn Dalberg joins us in a real and introductory chat on attention and focus challenges in school, at home, and how it can manifest through the years. But fear not, she also gives some real-world advice on how to steer your ship through uncharted waters.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic Intro (4:20)
Book Picks (37:09)
How to Connect with Robyn (43:46)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
picture books
“Blue Hat, Green Hat” by Sandra Boynton
“Waiting is Not Easy” by Mo Williams
“The Rocket Inside Me” by Karelle Vezina
“My Brain Needs Glasses” by Annick Vincent
“Benji’s Busy Brain” by Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez
“My Brain is a Racecar” by Nell Harris
middle grade
“ADHD is Awesome” by Penn and Kim Holderness
“ADHD Coach” by Alice Gendron
parenting
“Smart But Scattered” by Peg Dawson, Richard Guare & Colin Guare
“Calm the Chaos” by Dayna Abraham
Podcast Recs:
The Dr. Hyman Show,
episode: Why Processed Foods Are Worsening Your ADD & ADHD Symptoms
Change Your Brain Everyday,
episode: The 7 Types of ADD & How to Treat
Connect with our Guest:
Robyn Dalberg - EFCoach.org or 888-EFCoach
@efunctionacademy on fb & insta
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
51min
May 30, 2025 Episode 18: Author Spotlight with Brian Selznick
What do you get when you mix wondrous storytelling with magical imagery? A Brian Selznick novel, or two.
Buckle up for this special spotlight episode with Brian, an Oscar-winning and Caldecott Medal recipient author + illustrator, as we embark on the journeys of his written words, his powerful illustrations, and road to the big screen!
For authors, artists, book lovers and film aficionados - we peel back the layers from getting in the right head space for each project and writing with purpose, to defining success and our need for belonging.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Books Discussion (10:35)
Final Thoughts (45:44)
How to Connect with Brian (53:24)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
The Invention of Hugo Cabret, written & illustrated by Brian Selznick
Wonderstruck, written & illustrated by Brian Selznick
Run Away With Me, written & illustrated by Brian Selznick
Connect with our Guest:
connect with Brian - brianselzick.com + @theBrianSelznick on Instagram
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
56min
April 29, 2025 Episode 17: Nurturing Ambition
Ambition is not something that can be taught, or can it?? On this week’s episode we chat with author Paige Murray and illustrator Kristen Humphrey, on how they bring their inspirational stories to life, and encourage the next generation of dreamers!
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic Intro & Book Chat (8:53)
How to Connect with Paige & Kristen (26:19)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
Rosie’s Wild Ride, by Paige Murray, illustrated by Kristen Humphrey
Blooming Rose Blasts Off!, by Lauren Piland, illustrated by Kristen Humphrey
The Magical Yet, by Angela DiTerlizzi
coming soon…
Rosie’s Ranch Rescue, by Paige Murray, illustrated by Kristen Humphrey
Blooming Rose Finds Her Jam!, by Lauren Piland, illustrated by Kristen Humphrey
Connect with our Guests:
connect with Paige - @bootsandbiscuits on Facebook & Paige Murray on Instagram + bootsandbiscuits.com
connect with Kristen - @krisillus on Instagram + portfolio at Astound.us
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
31min
April 16, 2025 Episode 16: Art Has Heart
The wonderful world of art can be intimidating for some, but with this week’s guest, Cynthia Jackson, the artist behind Dash Blossoms, we make a splash on why encouraging your kids, and yourself, to embrace your creative side, and beautiful mistakes, can lead to helping regulate emotions.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic Intro (3:48)
Book Picks (14:19)
How to Connect with Dash Blossoms (21:55)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
Beautiful Oops, by Barney Saltzberg
I’m Not Just a Scribble, by Diane Abler
Charlie Picasso chapter series, by Diane Abler
Find Your Way, by Cassie Stephens
Hello, My Name Is, by Cynthia Jackson
Dash Blossom’s Floral Line, Shading and Tracing, by Cynthia Jackson
(available exclusively at Humble Grounds Coffee in Fulshear, TX)
Connect with our Guests:
connect with Dash Blossoms - @DashBlossoms on Facebook & Instagram
+ DashBlossoms.com
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
24min
April 16, 2025 Episode 15: Childhood Trauma
Assuming abuse, neglect and trauma would never creep into your home or community can be a vital mistake. On this episode, we chat with Society Prosper Founder and President Megan Langham on how her organization is helping to heal, teach and advocate for the youngest victims of trauma.
Podcast Segments:
Intro & Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic Intro (5:50)
Book Picks (20:30)
How to Connect with Society Prosper (22:45)
Book Links:
all books are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
Sam’s Invisible Shield, by Vicki Gardiner
A Terrible Thing Happened, by Margaret M. Holmes
Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger, by Elizabeth Cole
Connect with our Guests:
connect with Society Prosper - @SocietyProsper on Facebook & Instagram
+ SocietyProsper.org
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
26min
April 16, 2025 Episode 14: Mindfulness
How can we teach our kids to connect to the breath in their lungs, the emotions in their mind, and the sun shining on their face? On this episode, we talk about the importance of mindful living, even for us adults and our parenting, and how we can introduce, practice and model this deeper sense of presence, gratitude, and in turn, JOY in our kids.
Podcast Segments:
Guest Welcome, Annie Grassi (:00)
Topic Intro (12:17)
Annie’s Book Picks (37:12)
How to Connect with Annie (53:06)
Guest Welcome, Maria Castellucci Moore (54:54)
Maria’s Book Series (57:35)
How to Connect with Maria (1:16:00)
Book Links:
all books & resources are linked on our website: BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
The World Needs The Wonder You See, by Joanna Gaines
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy
Mindful Games for Kids by Kristina Marcelli-Sargent
Vivienne in Paris by Maria Castellucci Moore
Sofia in Rome by Maria Castellucci Moore
Art Has Heart, drawing prompt activity
5 Sense Scavenger Hunt, mindful nature activity
Connect with our Guests:
connect with Annie - @unrefinedjoypodcast on Instagram
connect with Maria - @mariamooreauthor on Instagram & Facebook
+ mariacastelluccimooreauthor.com
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
1h 18min
April 15, 2025 Episode 13: Counselor's Top 3 Topics
We hear first hand from Counselor Chelsey on the top 3 issues challenging our students & kids these days. Along with book picks and a link to her bounty of amazing SEL resources, parents & teachers you do not want to miss this one!
Podcast Segments:
Intro + Guest Welcome (:00)
Topic 1: Anxiety & Book Picks (8:50)
Topic 2: Empathy & Book Picks (15:06)
Topic 3: Grief & Book Picks (24:22)
#WinoftheWeek + How to Connect (36:50)
Links:
all books are linked on our website:
BloomingRoseKids.com/podcast
Hey Worrier, by Karen Young
Worry Says What, by Allison Edwards
Hey, Little Ant, by Hannah & Phillip Hoose
The Judgmental Flower, by Julia Cook
The ABCs of Grief, by Jessica Correnti
I Miss You, by Pat Thomas
The Remember Balloons, by Jessie Oliveros
The Memory Keepers, by Sarah Allison
Connect with our Guest:
connect on social - on Instagram & Facebook @CounselorChelsey
sign up for Chelsey’s SEL Book resource guide here:
CounselorChelsey.com
Connect with our Host:
books, resources + podcast - BloomingRoseKids.com
connect on social - @bloomingrosekids on fb, insta & youtube
...more
42min

FAQs about The Blooming Books Podcast:

How many episodes does The Blooming Books Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.