Worlds Awaiting

Writing Habits (3:33)

There are certain writing habits that many authors share. Such as writing every day, editing passages, and testing passages. Rachel is joined today with  New York Times best selling author, David Baldacci. He shares with Rachel what makes his writing process unique, and his upcoming projects. 

Storytime (18:00)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have Jacey Bundy, an elementary education student from Brigham Young University reviewing the book “If I Never Forever Endeavor”.

Community Volunteering (19:48)

In every community there are many opportunities for our children that we might not know about: Aquariums, zoos, museums, and even planetariums. Rachel has James Porter in the studio today. He is the director of the Christa McAuliffe Space Center in Pleasant Grove, Utah. They talk about how volunteers help run the space center, and benefit the local community. 

Audio Books (35:31)

Sometimes it can be difficult to get kids interested in reading. Whether it be a learning disability or a true hatred of the printed page, often we can help kids by offering audio books. We’re in the studio today talking with Joella Peterson, a librarian at the Provo city library. She talks about what makes up a good audio book, and why people should consider listening to audio books. 

Events at the Library (47:29)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Carolyn and Shaina, librarians from the Provo City Library. Today they discuss with Rachel about events that happen at the library. Some of those events include; showcasing new authors, art performances, and other activities for children.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:03:33 - Writing Habits

00:18:00 - Storytime

00:19:48 - Community Volunteering

00:35:31 - Audio Books

00:47:29 - Events at the Library

Writing Habits (3:33)

There are certain writing habits that many authors share. Such as writing every day, editing passages, and testing passages. Rachel is joined today with  New York Times best selling author, David Baldacci. He shares with Rachel what makes his writing process unique, and his upcoming projects. 

 

Storytime (18:00)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have Jacey Bundy, an elementary education student from Brigham Young University reviewing the book “If I Never Forever Endeavor”.

 

Community Volunteering (19:48)

In every community there are many opportunities for our children that we might not know about: Aquariums, zoos, museums, and even planetariums. Rachel has James Porter in the studio today. He is the director of the Christa McAuliffe Space Center in Pleasant Grove, Utah. They talk about how volunteers help run the space center, and benefit the local community. 

 

Audio Books (35:31)

Sometimes it can be difficult to get kids interested in reading. Whether it be a learning disability or a true hatred of the printed page, often we can help kids by offering audio books. We’re in the studio today talking with Joella Peterson, a librarian at the Provo city library. She talks about what makes up a good audio book, and why people should consider listening to audio books. 

 

Events at the Library (47:29)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Carolyn and Shaina, librarians from the Provo City Library. Today they discuss with Rachel about events that happen at the library. Some of those events include; showcasing new authors, art performances, and other activities for children.

Importance of Phonics (3:09)

Language is a building block of literacy, and phonics are an important element of it. English is much maligned language with many rules and exceptions to those rules, and it has roots in many other languages. We’re on the phone today with phonics expert Elfrieda Hiebert. 

Storytime (14:36)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have a reading of "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson. 

Statistics Education (36:42)

Statistics are all around us. Often we can’t go for a few days without encountering them in one form or another. Today Rachel has BYU Professor Shannon Tass in studio to discuss the importance of statistics. 

Librarian's Table (48:07)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Janice, Janet and Myrna, music librarians. Today they discuss with Rachel about the importance of singing along.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:03:09 - Importance of Phonics

00:14:36 - Storytime

00:36:42 - Statistics Education

00:48:07 - Librarian's Table

Importance of Phonics (3:09)

Language is a building block of literacy, and phonics are an important element of it. English is much maligned language with many rules and exceptions to those rules, and it has roots in many other languages. We’re on the phone today with phonics expert Elfrieda Hiebert. 

 

Storytime (14:36)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have a reading of "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson. 

 

Statistics Education (36:42)

Statistics are all around us. Often we can’t go for a few days without encountering them in one form or another. Today Rachel has BYU Professor Shannon Tass in studio to discuss the importance of statistics. 

 

Librarian's Table (48:07)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Janice, Janet and Myrna, music librarians. Today they discuss with Rachel about the importance of singing along.

College Bridge Program (3:15)

Here on Worlds Awaiting, we care about the literacy and success of every child. Some children have more challenges than others from elementary school through college. Rachel is in studio with Viki Ehlen, an author and founder of the Wonderwood Academy, a school for children with Down Syndrome.

Storytime (14:49)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have an extended storytime with Randy Evensen telling a true story about a run in with an alligator. 

Hard Stories (21:19)

Books are crucial to the development of the child. They can introduce concepts that reflect reality and help our children understand issues of everyday life in a safe environment. Rachel is in studio today with Ann Dee Ellis, an author who writes realistic stories for children, to talk about why these stories are important. 

Picture Books (37:42)

Books come in many forms, from simple to complex. The first books our kids encounter are picture books. But what makes a picture book a good book for kids and parents alike? Today Rachel is in studio with Amy Johnson, a mommy blogger, avid reader, and book lover.

School Musicals (47:48)

Today we are around the Librarians' table with Kirsti Kirkland of the Provost Elementary school to talk about school musicals.

College Bridge Program (3:15)

Here on Worlds Awaiting, we care about the literacy and success of every child. Some children have more challenges than others from elementary school through college. Rachel is in studio with Viki Ehlen, an author and founder of the Wonderwood Academy, a school for children with Down Syndrome.

 

Storytime (14:49)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have an extended storytime with Randy Evensen telling a true story about a run in with an alligator. 

 

Hard Stories (21:19)

Books are crucial to the development of the child. They can introduce concepts that reflect reality and help our children understand issues of everyday life in a safe environment. Rachel is in studio today with Ann Dee Ellis, an author who writes realistic stories for children, to talk about why these stories are important. 

 

Picture Books (37:42)

Books come in many forms, from simple to complex. The first books our kids encounter are picture books. But what makes a picture book a good book for kids and parents alike? Today Rachel is in studio with Amy Johnson, a mommy blogger, avid reader, and book lover.

 

School Musicals (47:48)

Today we are around the Librarians' table with Kirsti Kirkland of the Provost Elementary school to talk about school musicals.

Diverse Writing (3:07)

In today’s changing book world there are many labels for books. Picture books, chapter books, books separated by genre, and books separated by grade. Racehel has author and early reading specialist, Wiley Blevins on the phone today to discuss books for the earliest readers. 

Storytime (16:14)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have a book review of "Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow" by Jessica Day George. 

STEM Education (20:17)

When you ask a child what their favorite subject in school is, often it isn’t math. But STEM subjects, like mathematics, science, engineering are essential for the growth of the child’s literacy. Today Rachel is in the studio with BYU Professor Aaron Hawkins to talk about STEM education. 

Word Painting (32:23)

As the old saying goes, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” But rarely is it said that a thousand words paint a picture. We’re on the phone with author and storyteller Philip Stead.

Literary Classics (40:50)

We are around the Librarians' table with Emily and Taylor, student librarians here at BYU to talk about literary classics.

Diverse Writing (3:07)

In today’s changing book world there are many labels for books. Picture books, chapter books, books separated by genre, and books separated by grade. Racehel has author and early reading specialist, Wiley Blevins on the phone today to discuss books for the earliest readers. 

 

Storytime (16:14)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have a book review of "Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow" by Jessica Day George. 

 

STEM Education (20:17)

When you ask a child what their favorite subject in school is, often it isn’t math. But STEM subjects, like mathematics, science, engineering are essential for the growth of the child’s literacy. Today Rachel is in the studio with BYU Professor Aaron Hawkins to talk about STEM education. 

 

Word Painting (32:23)

As the old saying goes, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” But rarely is it said that a thousand words paint a picture. We’re on the phone with author and storyteller Philip Stead.

 

Literary Classics (40:50)

We are around the Librarians' table with Emily and Taylor, student librarians here at BYU to talk about literary classics.

Dr. Seuss (3:30)

Theodor Geisel was born on this day in 1904. But most people would know him by his Pen name, Dr. Seuss. Today is his birthday, and National Read Across America Day. I’ve got Professor Roxanne Owens on the phone with me. She is a professor of elementary reading at DePaul University.

Storytime (15:55)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry.  Today we have a reading of "Bedtime in the Swamp" by Kristyn Crow. 

Picture Books (20:24)

Picture books beautifully blend the two parts of their title: Pictures or images, and text in book form. But how does an illustrator put the two together?  Illustrator Bethanne Andersen in the studio with Rachel today to answer tell us how it's done.

Rhyming (34:58)

One of the easiest ways to engage young children is with rhymes and poetry. Today Rachel has her brother, Tim Wadham in the studio. He is also an author and librarian.

Family History (46:53)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Joe Everett and Marissa Bischoff, family history librarians here at BYU. They discuss with Rachel the importance of creating a family narrative.

READ Dogs (3:46)

It’s hard to imagine a world without animals. What some people don’t realize though, is the potential for animals to help our kids learn, and maybe in ways you don’t expect. Today, Rachel talks with Kathy Klotz, the executive director for the READ Dogs program. 

 

Storytime (17:31)

Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we have a book review of "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart. 

 

Science Teaching (22:09)

Some subjects are certainly easier to grasp than others for our children. However, that varies from child to child. Sometimes the difference between our children excelling in a subject or not depends on having the right teacher. We’re in studio today with Duane Merrell a science professor here at BYU who teaches up and coming teachers how to teach.

 

Writing (37:42)

Picture books are important windows into the world for children. The inspiration for them can come from anywhere. Today, we had Jessica talk with Laura Vaccaro Seeger, an author and illustrator of children’s books about her writing process. 

 

Practicing Music (49:26)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Janice Bunker, Janet Bradford, and Myrna Layton to talk about the importance of practicing musical instruments.