Looking for an "old fashioned" book...with a twist? We discuss Lois Lowry's tale The Willoughbys with readers from Taylor Elementary School in Arlington, Virginia. Our celebrity reader is the host of the daily news podcast The Gist Mike Pesca. Kitty Felde is host.

Favorite Books from Taylor Elementary School:

Because of Winn-Dixie - Kate DiCamillo

Keeper of the Lost Cities - Shannon Messenger

Front Desk - Kelly Yang

Number the Stars - Lois Lowry

Lois Lowry's Favorite Books:

Sarah, Plain and Tall - Sarah MacLachlan

Indian Captive - Lois Lensky

Mike Pesca's Favorite Book: 

The Progress Paradox - Greg Easterbrook