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RAR #189: What if my kids always pick screens over books? Oct 12, 2021

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Many of us worry about how screen time impacts our kids’ reading life. So how do we manage screens in a way that still makes it likely our kids will love to read?

That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

the case for helping kids engage with screens in a healthy way
two times a day we go screen-free at our house
how to set goals to help kids want to read more

https://readaloudrevival.com/189/.

RAR #188: My kids aren’t picking good books at the library. What do I do? Sep 29, 2021

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If you take your kids to the library and they consistently choose books you aren’t excited about them reading… what can you do?

That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

Sarah’s favorite places to check book reviews
an alternate way to get library books
dealing with silly books 🙃 vs ones those our kids really aren’t ready for 😬

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/188/.

RAR #187: How to find books that engage both an 8- and a 4-year-old Sep 29, 2021

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How can we find books that engage both an 8- and a 4-year-old?

That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

why we shouldn’t leave picture books behind
a tip for keeping kids engaged with longer books
a few book suggestions! (naturally 😉)

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/187/.

RAR #186: Should my kids’ reading correlate with their history studies? Sep 29, 2021

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Should my kids’ reading correlate with their history studies?

Many of make it a point to make sure our reading lines up with the time period we’re learning about in history. Is that a good idea? That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

what I wish I worried about less when it comes to teaching history
a tip for helping kids track reading by time period
the value of re-reading the same books over again

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/186/.

RAR #185: Should I Use Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons? Sep 14, 2021

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Should I use Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons?

That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

Yes, if it works for you. No, if it doesn’t.
My own experience and my favorite alternatives
A reminder: look for the easiest way to teach that also nurtures your relationship with your kids 💗

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/185/.

RAR #184: What to do if your developing reader skips words when reading Sep 14, 2021

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What should you do if your developing reader skips words when reading?

That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

Actually, we all do skip words when reading, but…
Sarah shares a simple tip (🐢 🐢🐢)
An idea if your child does this too (🎧 + 📚)

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/184/.

RAR #183: Should We Avoid Abridged or Adapted Versions of the Classics? Sep 14, 2021

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Should we avoid abridged or adapted versions of classics?

That’s the question I’m answering in today’s short episode of the Read-Aloud Revival.

You’ll hear…

what abridged or adapted versions of the classics can offer
what happened when Sarah’s daughter read an abridged version of Heidi
how adapted books can lead to better, richer reading

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/183/.

RAR #182: 5 Books I want you to know about, and answers to your questions about reading a book a day Aug 31, 2021

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Today I’m sharing five books you’ll love, plans for RAR this fall (books clubs and writing and events you don’t want to miss!), and answers to your questions about reading a book a day.

Wondering if including re-reading is a good idea, or how to stay awake while reading aloud? (You aren’t the only one! 🥱)

Tune in to hear:

5 books your kids will adore (including a picture book that seems to always grab kids)
some book ideas for you, Mama – I made you a list!
a secret audiobook strategy 🤫 😉

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/182/.

RAR #181: Practical Tips for Reading a Book a Day Aug 17, 2021

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In this episode, we’re offering some tips and ideas to help you with the nitty gritty of reading more picture books.

The whole RAR team is back, and we’re answering your questions about reading a picture book a day.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

the best way to create a picture book routine
if reading the same books again and again is OK (YUP! 👍)
when and if to buy a particular book, and new way of thinking about investing in books

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/181/.

RAR #180: Reading A Book a Day with Older Kids and Teens Aug 03, 2021

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We’re all on board with reading picture books to our younger kids, but that has to stop at some point, right?

Ohhhhhh no. No, it does not.

What do our kids stand to gain… and how on earth can we read picture books with older kids and teens? A lot.

Here at RAR, we’re always saying that there is nothing a novel can give your kids that a picture book can’t. Honestly, a picture book might just be able to do it better, with an art gallery to match.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how to get big kids and teens on board with reading picture books, what they can gain from them, and we’re also sharing some book ideas we think they’ll love.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

No such thing as reading levels for picture books – and what this means for you
Strategies for inviting teens into exploring picture books
Recommendations for big kids and teens (📚)

Find the rest of the show notes at https://readaloudrevival.com/180/.

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