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Fabian Talks About Anger Sep 26, 2022

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Fabian Ramirez, author of A Kids Book About Anger, talks about how anger can actually be a good thing which leads to impactful change.

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Anger is a part of life—but we never really talk about it other than to say don’t be angry. This is why, too often, kids don’t fully understand what they’re feeling or what to do about it. That’s why this book is here! To help kids understand what it means to feel angry and how to manage and process their anger in healthy and helpful ways that might even inspire positive change.

About the Author:

Fabian Ramirez is an anti-bullying speaker for schools and conferences. He lives in Washington, DC with his wife and 2 children. Connect at: FabianRamirez.com

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Hearing Aid Accessibility Sep 19, 2022

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This is a rebroadcast episode of Sarah Jones Breaks It Down. Listen to more episodes HERE.

How does the new FDA ruling affect access to hearing aids? Sarah talks with audiologist Dr. Michelle Hu and mother Jessica Lewis about what this change means for those with hearing loss.

Sources Consulted:

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Commissioner, O. of the. (n.d.). FDA finalizes historic rule enabling access to over-the-counter hearing aids for millions of Americans. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Retrieved August 30, 2022, from https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-finalizes-historic-rule-enabling-access-over-counter-hearing-aids-millions-americans

Gershoff, E. T., & Font, S. A. (2016). Corporal punishment in U.S. public schools: Prevalence, disparities in use, and status in state and federal policy. Social policy report. Retrieved August 30, 2022, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5766273/

Hollingsworth, H. (2022, August 26). Missouri School District reinstates spanking if parents OK. AP NEWS. Retrieved August 30, 2022, from https://apnews.com/article/education-school-boards-missouri-springfield-cassville-d3f3e3228be5a2209eb9761885795470

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Brandon Talks About Self-Love Sep 12, 2022

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Brandon Farbstein, author of A Kids Book About Self-Love, talks about how to quiet negative self-talk and embrace who we are, just as we are.

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What do you see when you look in the mirror? Often we notice the things that make us feel different or we don’t like. But self-love can help us see what makes us uniquely awesome! This book teaches kids how to choose their thoughts, manage their perspectives, and feel comfortable and happy with themselves, even when hard things happen.

About the Authors:

Brandon Farbstein is a Gen Z world changer, motivational speaker, and author who was born with a rare form of dwarfism. Brandon’s “Ten Feet Tall” mindset and limitless impact has been felt by millions as he amplifies his global message to #ElevateEmpathy®.

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Meir Talks About Optimism (R) Sep 05, 2022

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Do you want to be happy? Doesn't everyone? Happiness often comes from a personal shift in perspective, which sounds simple, but can be a real challenge and definitely takes practice! This book is a fun exploration of how to engage an optimistic and empowering mindset and how to make choices that lead to more opportunities, positivity, and joy.

About the Author:

Meir Kay is all about spreading his message of positivity and kindness, whether that’s through his viral social media videos, hosting The Great Day podcast, or public speaking engagements. He loves to travel, act, run marathons, and create films that spread positivity, respect, and human connection.

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Nora Talks About Banned Books Aug 29, 2022

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Nora Pelizzari, author of A Kids Book About Banned Books, talks about why people ban books, the importance of inclusivity in our libraries, and how books can help you see the world in a different way.

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Every day in schools across the country books are challenged for carrying narratives, centering characters, and tackling topics that feel uncomfortable for some people. This book explains what book banning is and helps start a conversation about how reading and having access to new information and ideas helps us stop, think, and grow!

About the Author:

The National Coalition Against Censorship is an alliance of over 50 national nonprofits. The NCAC has been fighting for kids’ rights to read since 1974. We believe that kids deserve to speak, learn, and create freely.

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Joy Talks About Confidence Aug 22, 2022

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Joy Cho, author of A Kids Book About Confidence, talks about believing in yourself, learning karate, and supporting others in their confidence.

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How confident do you feel today? Maybe a lot, maybe a little, or maybe you don't know what that word means! However you feel, this book is for you! One look inside will help kids (and their grownups) understand what confidence is, where it comes from, and how to build their confidence little by little to achieve their dreams.

About the Author:

Joy Cho is an Asian American designer and creative director. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two daughters.

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Kyle Talks About Boredom Aug 15, 2022

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Kyle Steed, author of A Kids Book About Boredom, talks about using boredom as a superpower and how it is OK to give yourself permission to do nothing.

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We all know what it’s like to feel bored—you must be pretty bored if you're reading the back of this book! But did you know that being bored is actually one of the most wonderful and powerful things in life? Some of the best things ever created or discovered happened when someone was bored. It’s true! With this book, kids can learn to embrace and discover the benefits of boredom and realize their full potential.

About the Author:

Kyle is an artist—but what does that mean? He paints things of all shapes and sizes in his studio and on large buildings. He believes creating space to be bored is the best way to inspire new ideas. When not bored, Kyle keeps busy by helping raise his two daughters with his wife, Amanda, in Dallas, Texas.

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Kileah Talks About Depression (R) Aug 08, 2022

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(Rebroadcast) A Kids Book About Depression (view book)

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This is a book about depression. It doesn’t shy away from both the complexities of depression or what getting help might look like. It gives an honest perspective into what depression feels like, what life looks like with it, and the hope that comes with being known and being loved through it.

About the Author:

Kileah is a writer, musician, knitter, and lover of all things Middle Earth. She and her husband raise hobbits and chickens in the verdant wilds of Washington State.

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Soraya and Simon Talk About Safety (R) Aug 01, 2022

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(Rebroadcast) Soraya Sutherlin, author of A Kids Book About Safety, and Simon Huck, JUDY cofounder, talk about how to prepare for emergencies by discussing safety tools and plans.

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What would you do if an earthquake happened? How about a house fire? Or maybe a tornado? Emergency situations can be scary to think about, but we can feel confident and empowered in dangerous situations if we do one simple thing: be prepared! This book shows kids that by knowing what disasters could happen, and what to do if they occur, makes you ready and can even save lives.

About the Author:

Soraya Sutherlin is a Certified Emergency Manager with over 13 years of experience. She is a mother to 3 kids and works across the USA helping families, cities, and states better prepare for emergencies and disasters. She also works with JUDY, a leader in the emergency preparedness space, to help empower families with the knowledge and tools for disaster planning.

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MJ Talks About Immigration Jul 25, 2022

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MJ Calderon, author of A Kids Book About Immigration and Un libro para niños sobre inmigración, talks about life as an immigrant and how immigrants are just like everyone else.

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How do we convey to kids what immigration really means? How do we explain all the difficult decisions people make when they choose to leave their home country to start over somewhere new? This book will help! It breaks down many of the complexities of immigration while reminding us all that no matter where we come from, we are all human and should be treated as such.

About the Author:

MJ is a Mexican-born and Oregon-raised dreamer. He loves all art of any kind, but his truest passion lies with writing and music.

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