Worlds Awaiting

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.

Presidential Biography (3:55)

Politics and history go hand in hand but the dynamic between the two can be difficult to navigate. Rachel is on the phone today with Martha Brockenbrough. She is the author of "Unpresidented", a critical biography of President Trump, aimed for younger readers. 

 

Storytime (15:01)

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. In honor of valentines day, today in storytime we have a reading some Shakespearen sonnets. 

 

Sharing Poetry (16:52)

Poetry is meant to be shared, but sometimes we miss the full range of what poetry can be. Today Rachel is in studio with professor and poet, Gina Clark to discuss how we can share poetry more effectively. 

 

YA Literature (30:40)

The genre of young adult literature has skyrocketed in the past few years. Rachel has Jonathan Alexander, an author and professor at Louisiana State University, on the phone today. He is an expert on how people consume literature. 

 

Children's Books (44:33)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Shaina and Caroline from the Provo City Library. They are here to chat about the best children's books in 2018.

Presidential Biography (3:55)

Politics and history go hand in hand but the dynamic between the two can be difficult to navigate. Rachel is on the phone today with Martha Brockenbrough. She is the author of "Unpresidented", a critical biography of President Trump, aimed for younger readers. 

Storytime (15:01)

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. In honor of valentines day, today in storytime we have a reading some Shakespearen sonnets. 

Sharing Poetry (16:52)

Poetry is meant to be shared, but sometimes we miss the full range of what poetry can be. Today Rachel is in studio with professor and poet, Gina Clark to discuss how we can share poetry more effectively. 

YA Literature (30:40)

The genre of young adult literature has skyrocketed in the past few years. Rachel has Jonathan Alexander, an author and professor at Louisiana State University, on the phone today. He is an expert on how people consume literature. 

Children's Books (44:33)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Shaina and Caroline from the Provo City Library. They are here to chat about the best children's books in 2018.

Genre Stories (3:32)

A library can be like an ice cream parlor, with as many types of books as there are ice cream flavors. Some flavors are familiar favorites, others are foreign but fun to try, and some are mixes between the two. Genre is an important part of a book’s development and identity. Rachel is in studio with author David Butler to discuss genre stories. 

 

Storytime (16:01)

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 author Leslie Norris reading his poem "Midwinter". 

 

Struggling Readers (17:35)

Every child has a different way of learning. They all have their own pace, strengths, weaknesses, and strategies. Which sometimes means that a child will not learn to read or speak as quickly as other children. How do we help the children that are struggling? Kathleen Brown, the director of the University of Utah reading clinic, is in the studio today to answer that question. 

 

Writing (32:30)

It can be an amazing process to discover what our true vocation in life is. For some, it comes when we are children, and for others it may take more time. Non-fiction author Elizabeth Macleod is on the phone with Rachel today to talk about her journey as a writer.  

 

Research for Kids (46:03)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Kirsti Kirkland from the Provost Elementary School to chat about research skills.

Genre Stories (3:32)

A library can be like an ice cream parlor, with as many types of books as there are ice cream flavors. Some flavors are familiar favorites, others are foreign but fun to try, and some are mixes between the two. Genre is an important part of a book’s development and identity. Rachel is in studio with author David Butler to discuss genre stories. 

Storytime (16:01)

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 author Leslie Norris reading his poem "Midwinter". 

Struggling Readers (17:35)

Every child has a different way of learning. They all have their own pace, strengths, weaknesses, and strategies. Which sometimes means that a child will not learn to read or speak as quickly as other children. How do we help the children that are struggling? Kathleen Brown, the director of the University of Utah reading clinic, is in the studio today to answer that question. 

Writing (32:30)

It can be an amazing process to discover what our true vocation in life is. For some, it comes when we are children, and for others it may take more time. Non-fiction author Elizabeth Macleod is on the phone with Rachel today to talk about her journey as a writer.  

Research for Kids (46:03)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Kirsti Kirkland from the Provost Elementary School to chat about research skills.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:03:32 - Genre Stories

00:16:01 - Storytime

00:17:35 - Struggling Readers

00:32:30 - Writing

00:46:03 - Research for Kids

Adam Gidwitz (3:45)

The middle ages was a unique time period for European history. Historians do not know a lot about all the things that happened, but what they do is quite violent: from the crusades to the bubonic plague. It's a somewhat difficult time period to teach children. Nonethelese, today we have award winning author Adam Gidwitz on the phone to talk about his new children's book set in this time period: "The Inquisitor's Tale".

 

Storytime (18:13)

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 "I am Malala" by Christina Lamb and Malala Yousafzai. 

 

"The Inquisitor's Tale" Review (21:35)

It’s always a treat to hear different viewpoints on our favorite novels. We just talked with Adam Gidwitz, the author of the award winning book, "The Inquisitor’s Tale". We heard a bit about his process and why he wrote it. Now Rachel has synagoge librarian Rachel Kamin on the phone to discuss the book a little bit more.

 

Diversity in Literature (35:34)

There are many definitions for what a young adult novel is, and what it needs to have. Recently, there has been a greater discussion for a new need in young adult literature: diversity. Rachel has Jon Ostenson, an expert in young adult literature in studio today to talk more about these new development. 

 

YA Representation (48:29)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Meagan, a student librarian here at BYU to talk about diverse characters in YA literature.

Adam Gidwitz (3:45)

The middle ages was a unique time period for European history. Historians do not know a lot about all the things that happened, but what they do is quite violent: from the crusades to the bubonic plague. It's a somewhat difficult time period to teach children. Nonethelese, today we have award winning author Adam Gidwitz on the phone to talk about his new children's book set in this time period: "The Inquisitor's Tale".

Storytime (18:13)

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 "I am Malala" by Christina Lamb and Malala Yousafzai. 

"The Inquisitor's Tale" Review (21:35)

It’s always a treat to hear different viewpoints on our favorite novels. We just talked with Adam Gidwitz, the author of the award winning book, "The Inquisitor’s Tale". We heard a bit about his process and why he wrote it. Now Rachel has synagoge librarian Rachel Kamin on the phone to discuss the book a little bit more.

Diversity in Literature (35:34)

There are many definitions for what a young adult novel is, and what it needs to have. Recently, there has been a greater discussion for a new need in young adult literature: diversity. Rachel has Jon Ostenson, an expert in young adult literature in studio today to talk more about these new development. 

YA Representation (48:29)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Meagan, a student librarian here at BYU to talk about diverse characters in YA literature.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:03:45 - Adam Gidwitz

00:18:13 - Storytime

00:21:35 - "The Inquisitor's Tale" Review

00:35:34 - Diversity in Literature

00:48:29 - YA Representation

Grammar (3:43)

Languages and dialects are very complex things, and at times they seem to be daunting. English is certainly not an exception. Today we are in studio with Annette Lyon, an author who specializes in, one of the most intimidating parts of language arts: Grammar. Lyon is the author of over a dozen books, including Band of Sisters, a chocolate cookbook, a grammar guide and is one of the four co-authors of the Newport Ladies Book Club series. 

 

Storytime (15:23)

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 share a classic with a selection from J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan read by Tennery Taylor.

 

Elements of Music (20:30)

An important thing to remember is that many art forms like books, paintings, or music have specific elements that are important parts of what make them up. Sometimes appreciating an art is about understanding those elements.  Jennifer Purdy has been a music educator for over 30 years and believes she’s got the happiest job in the world. She currently teaches music at Highland Park Elementary in Salt Lake City, Utah and also works with the BYU ARTS Partnership program. For nearly a decade Jennifer Purdy has also been a composer-consultant for Utah Opera Company and writes original operas with elementary school children. 

 

Historical Fiction (39:07)

There are so many genres of books in the world, sometimes it can be hard to pick your favorite. But, how does an author decide what genre of book they want to write. Chris Crowe is the author of many historical fiction books for young adults like Death Coming Up The Hill and Mississippi Trial, 1955 among others. Professor Crowe also teaches English at BYU.

 

Age Appropriateness (50:41)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Emily and Taylor of the BYU Harold B. Lee Library. They talk about how to find the right book for the right age of a child. Content and reading comprehension are both important factors. Librarians are often asked for recommendations, and these three librarians give you insight on how they make those decisions today.

Grammar (3:43)

Languages and dialects are very complex things, and at times they seem to be daunting. English is certainly not an exception. Today we are in studio with Annette Lyon, an author who specializes in, one of the most intimidating parts of language arts: Grammar. Lyon is the author of over a dozen books, including Band of Sisters, a chocolate cookbook, a grammar guide and is one of the four co-authors of the Newport Ladies Book Club series. 

Storytime (15:23)

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 share a classic with a selection from J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan read by Tennery Taylor.

Elements of Music (20:30)

An important thing to remember is that many art forms like books, paintings, or music have specific elements that are important parts of what make them up. Sometimes appreciating an art is about understanding those elements.  Jennifer Purdy has been a music educator for over 30 years and believes she’s got the happiest job in the world. She currently teaches music at Highland Park Elementary in Salt Lake City, Utah and also works with the BYU ARTS Partnership program. For nearly a decade Jennifer Purdy has also been a composer-consultant for Utah Opera Company and writes original operas with elementary school children. 

Historical Fiction (39:07)

There are so many genres of books in the world, sometimes it can be hard to pick your favorite. But, how does an author decide what genre of book they want to write. Chris Crowe is the author of many historical fiction books for young adults like Death Coming Up The Hill and Mississippi Trial, 1955 among others. Professor Crowe also teaches English at BYU.

Age Appropriateness (50:41)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Emily and Taylor of the BYU Harold B. Lee Library. They talk about how to find the right book for the right age of a child. Content and reading comprehension are both important

Storytelling (3:41)

There is a reason why fables are so prevalent in children’s literature. Storytelling is a fundamental part of learning how to communicate, and stories can be invaluable in teaching lessons. Randy Evensen is a professional storyteller and lifelong educator. His passion has always been connecting with children and allowing them to be comfortable with learning.

 

Storytime (15:51)

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 Reed Wolfley reads the poem The Duck and the Kangaroo by Edward Lear.

 

Financial Literacy (17:28)

Money is something that most kids understand to some degree from an early age. Many children earn allowances and save up for a new bike or a game that they’d like. Gregg Murset is co-creator of Busy Kid, a website that aids parents and adults in teaching kids how to manage money. He is also a Certified Financial Planner and consultant who has become a leading advocate for sound parenting, child accountability, and financial literacy.

 

Writing (34:08)

Some paths in life are planned, some are worked for, and some are destined to be. When it comes to writing, often it is a combination of all three. Breeana Shields is an author of the book Poison’s Kiss and shares some of her journey to writing her first book with us today. 

 

Music Education (45:57)

Today we are around the Librarians' Table with Janet Bradford, Myrna Layton, and Janice Bunker of the music department of the BYU Harold B. Lee Library. Today they join Rachel in a discussion of how music education can help in a child's development. Music Education can happen in many formal or informal ways. They all enjoyed their time in music groups in school and share some memories and professional thoughts on music.