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Book Club for Kids

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The place where young readers meet to talk about books. The show includes a celebrity reader and an interview with the author. The host is award winning public radio journalist Kitty Felde. Book Club won the California Library Association Technology Award and the DC Mayor's Award for Excellence in the Humanitites. Named one of the top 10 podcasts for kids by THE TIMES of London.

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A story about family divisions, economic divides, history, and growing citrus trees. It's "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor. Our readers from the Laurence School in Los Angeles discuss the novel and interview our writer. Actress Jovita Molina is celebrity ... more

We had a longer conversation with Jack Gantos at the Nantucket Book Festival - too much to include in Episode 36, our discussion of DEAD END IN NORVELT. Jack talks about his first 36 rejections, his switch from teaching to writing full time, and abou... more

Writer Jack Gantos has his own unusual take on a childhood in the town named after Eleanor Roosevelt - the real-life place called Norvelt, Pennsylvania. Readers from Belvedere Elementary School in Falls Church, Virginia discuss DEAD END IN NORVELT wi... more

What makes a great book? Readers from Loyola Village Elementary School in Los Angeles have some answers.

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Recent Guests

Jack Gantos
Author of "Dead End in Norvelt"
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Episode: Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos
Sean O'Brien
Author and former speechwriter for Joe Biden
Episode: A Conversation with Sean OBrien
Janet Macreery
Author of 'A Little Wicked'
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Episode: A Conversation with Janet Macreery
Susan Stamberg
NPR's Special Correspondent and legendary figure in public radio
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Episode: NPR's Susan Stamberg live from the National Archive
Lisa Thompson
British writer known for her middle grade novels
Episode: A Conversation with Lisa Thompson
Jennifer Choldenko
Author of Al Capone Does My Shirts
Episode: Episode 24 - Al Capone Does My Shirts - live from the Gaithersburg Book Festival
Jack Speer
NPR Celebrity Reader
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Episode: Episode 24 - Al Capone Does My Shirts - live from the Gaithersburg Book Festival
Gordon Korman
Author of Ungifted
Episode: Episode 49 - Ungifted by Gordon Korman
Donna Barba Higuera
Author of 'Lupe Wong Won't Dance'
Episode: Lupe Wong Wont Dance

Host

Kitty Felde
Kitty Felde is an award-winning public radio journalist and the host of the show. With her extensive background in media and a passion for literature, she connects deeply with both the authors and the young readers.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 457 ratings
  • Pretty good.

    Can you review a Hunger Games book?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kitsena
    United States4 months ago
  • Do a dork diaries book 5 read aloud

    I would love it if you did a dork diaries read aloud but until then four stars

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Apt lover m dog
    United States6 months ago
  • LOVE IT!!!πŸ₯°πŸ˜˜πŸ˜β€οΈπŸ§‘πŸ’›πŸ’šπŸ©΅πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’”β€οΈβ€πŸ”₯

    i’ve listened to one episode already and I love it!!! ( and just cuz it cussed like, once and it wasn't even to bad, doesn't mean it's a 1 star podcast people!!!) anyways, keep on keeping on Kitty!!! 🫠🫠🫠πŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺ Also my favorite book is ''because of whin-dixie'' from, Jewel, age 11 πŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’Ž

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjgfnjf
    United States8 months ago
  • LOVE IT!!!πŸ₯°πŸ˜˜πŸ˜β€οΈπŸ§‘πŸ’›πŸ’šπŸ©΅πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’”β€οΈβ€πŸ”₯

    i’ve listened to one episode already and I love it!!! ( and just cuz it cussed like, once and it wasn't even to bad, doesn't mean it's a 1 star podcast people!!!) anyways, keep on keeping on Kitty!!! 🫠🫠🫠πŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺ Also my favorite book is ''because of whin-dixie'' from, Jewel, age 10 πŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’ŽπŸ’Ž

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjgfnjf
    United States9 months ago
  • LOVE IT!!!πŸ₯°πŸ˜˜πŸ˜β€οΈπŸ§‘πŸ’›πŸ’šπŸ©΅πŸ’™πŸ’œπŸ’”β€οΈβ€πŸ”₯

    i’ve listened to one episode already and I love it!!! ( and just cuz it cussed like, once and it wasn't even to bad, doesn't mean it's a 1 star podcast people!!!) anyways, keep on keeping on Kitty!!! 🫠🫠🫠πŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjgfnjf
    United Statesa year ago

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A few reviews express concern about the language used in episodes, suggesting it may not be suitable for younger audiences.
Listeners appreciate the engaging content and the involvement of young readers in discussing their favorite books.
Overall, feedback highlights the show's success in promoting literacy and fostering a love for reading among children.
Many praise the show's ability to bring authors and their works to life through insightful conversations.

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Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos
Q: What makes the main character's name significant?
The main character shares a name with the author, indicating a personal connection to the narrative.
Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos
Q: Is the writing funny?
Yes, his writing is funny and it's based on himself, while blending humor with serious themes.
White House Clubhouse by Sean OBrien
Q: What gave you like the inspiration to write this book and have the multi-genre?
I was working in the White House as a speechwriter for the Vice President, Joe Biden, and my kids who were little at the time, kindergarten level, we were doing a whole lot of reading ourselves and getting into history.
A Conversation with Janet Macreery
Q: What really ended the witch trials?
Macreery provides a detailed response about the contradictory documentation of the trials and how town leaders eventually stopped the prosecutions.
A Conversation with Janet Macreery
Q: How many times have you actually been to Scotland?
Macreery confirms she has been to Scotland six times and expresses her excitement about going back.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Book Club for Kids

What is Book Club for Kids about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the vibrant world of children's literature, this podcast provides a platform for young readers to express their thoughts and experiences with various books. Each episode typically includes discussions with authors, where they explore themes and creative processes, while also featuring celebrity readers to engage the audience. The content highlights a range of genres, encouraging fostering a love for reading among children, and aims to make literature accessible and enjoyable for the younger audience. Unique to this podcast is its commitment to involving young listeners, making them active participants in the literary conversation and helping to cultivate the next generation of readers.

Noteworthy is the podcast's ability to bl... more

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1. Jack Gantos
2. Sean O'Brien
3. Janet Macreery
4. Susan Stamberg
5. Lisa Thompson
6. Jennifer Choldenko
7. Jack Speer
8. Gordon Korman

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