Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Reading With Your Kids - Talkin' 'Bout Poop Jul 04, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's live educational magic shows address serious subjects in fun, funny and magical ways. We would love to help build safe and caring schools in your community. www.jedlie.com

Today our guest is author A J Cosmo, On his web site A J introduces himself by saying "I teach imagination and heart to children. My books and illustrations are crafted to educate, solve problems, and entertain in unique and interesting ways." Today we have a blast talking about his new book entitled "Poop". What more can I say? Enjoy, this is a fun, funny and often poignant interview.

Click here to visit A J's website

Reading With Your Kids - The Dangers of Digital Media Jul 02, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's Magic Circus uses comedy, magic and illusion to inform students about the dangers of substance abuse - www.jedlie.com

Sarah Brennan, author of the Tales of the Chinese Calendar, returns for part 2 of her interview with our host Jedlie. In this segment Sarah speaks passionately about her concerns with digital media and technology, especially when it comes to young kids. You may not agree with Sarah's belief that it is best to keep technology away from very young children, but her concerns are valid and give parents important information to consider.

Click here to visit Sarah's Funny & Fabulous Blog

Reading With Your Kids - A Very Special Friendship Jun 29, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's Magic Circus inspires kids to be kind and respectful friends. www.jedlie.com

Our guest today is Jackie Minniti, author of the touching book Jacqueline. This book tells the sotry of an unlikely friendship between a US Mitlitary man and a young French girl at the end of World War II. What makes the story even more beautiful is that it is a true story based on Jackie's father's life. You are sure to be moved by this wonderful interview.

Be sure to check out Jackie's web site

Reading With Your Kids - Keeping the Afterlife Alive Jun 27, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's new book The Great Maritini is a fun retelling of the story of the Good Samaritan. Get your copy here

We all know how hard it can be for some older kids to get involved in activities and develop a healthy after school life. But imagine being Ebony Charmed, star of S A Larsen's Motley Education, who has to fight to keep the entire afterlife alive!!! Sounds like a fun story? It is, and in this episode of the RWYK podcast we have a fun time meeting author S A Larsen and learning about the world of Motley Education.

Click here to visit S A Larsen's Amazon page

Reading With Your Kids - Harriet & The Spaghetti Snake Jun 25, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's The Great Maritini is a wonderful retelling of the story of the Good Samaritan. Please click here to check it out

Today we meet Tracy Kushwaha and her debut children's book Harriet & the Spaghetti Snake. This is a wonderful book with great illustrations. In her first ever interview Tracy tells us about what inspired her to turn the story she tells her daughter into a beautiful story book.

Please click here to check out Tracy's Amazon page

Reading With Your Kids - A New Twist On Kids' Books Jun 24, 2017

Show notes

The Great Maritini by Jedlie is now available in print! You and your kids will love this classic retelling of the story of the Good Samaritan. Click here to check it out.

In this episode we meet Cjris Stead. Chris Stead is an Australian video games journalist, editor and publisher. He is best known for founding the Australian editions of Game Informer and GamePro magazines and their websites. He is joining us today to talk about his company, Old Mate Media, and his commitment to creating quality, totally interactive digital media for parents and kids to enjoy together.

Click here to visit Old Mate Media

Reading With Your Kids - Unlocking the Secrets of the Chinese Zodiac Jun 22, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's Magic Circus helps unlock the secret to building safe and caring schools. Find out more at www.jedlie.com

Sarah Brennan is one of a kind. She is an incredibly talented and funny children's author who has a passion for Chinese culture and history. She also has a passion for kids, reading and learning. In part one of our interview with Sarah we talk about her fascinating Tales of the Chinese Calendar series.

Click here to visit Sarah's fabulous web site

Reading With Your Kids - Can You Break The Ghost Code Jun 20, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's Magic Circus Helps Schools Unlock The Secrets To Building A Safe & Caring School Family. Find Out How To Bring This Important Program To The Schools In Your Community - Visit www.jedlie.com

Our guest today is Sarah Negovetich, author of the thrilling YA book Ghost Code. "Without dreams, what's the point of being awake?" After a lifetime of fighting cancer, eighteen-year-old Viv Quiroga is dying. But she's determined to go out on her own terms. Instead of wasting away in a hospital watching her mom worry over their mounting debt, she volunteers for a private research program. For thirty days she'll live in a coma as a human lab rat. When her time is up, they turn off the machines and pay off all her medical bills. It's supposed to be a one way trip. Until Viv wakes up and learns what it really means to live.

Please click here to visit Sarah's Amazon page

Reading With Your Kids - Coming of Age in the Modern World Jun 18, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie's Magic Circus inspires kids to come together to build strong school families

Mohit Parikh is one of India's, and the World's, most important youg writers. He is the author of Manan, a classic coming of age tale that has been compared to Catcher in the Rye. He was awarded a Toto Award for Creative Writing in 2015. His works have been published in many Indian and international literary journals including Griffith Review (Australia), Burrow Press Review (USA), Out of Print Magazine and The Indian Express (India). Manan received Honorable Mention for Best Book Fiction at The Hindu-Goodbooks Awards in 2015-16.

Find Mohit's Manan on Amazon

Reading With Your Kids - Attack of the Nuri Wraps Jun 17, 2017

Show notes

Jedlie uses magic, comedy & illusions to inspire kids to be the boss of their own bodies & to make healthy choices. Find out more at www.jedlie.com

One of our favorite guests, Francie Healey, is back with another totally interactive recipe. This time the author of Eat To Beat Alzheimer's is here to teach us how to make delicious Nuri wraps. In doing so she also helps us understand how we can help teach our kids to make healthy choices.

Click here to check out Eat To Beat Alzheimer's