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Book Club for Kids

kitty felde
Children's Literature
Dork Diaries
Refugee
Identity
The Watsons Go To Birmingham, 1963
Graphic Novels
Diary Of a Wimpy Kid
New Kid
Racism
Wings Of Fire
The Wild Robot
Harry Potter
Percy Jackson
Divergent
Education
A Little Wicked
Milo, Sticky Notes, and Brain Freeze
Dog Man
Civil Rights Movement
Writing

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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Latest Episodes

We take the show on the road to the Enoch Pratt Free Library Children's stage at the Baltimore Book Festival for a conversation about Robbie Shell's novel BEES ON THE ROOF. Our group of readers have been meeting to talk about books almost since they ... more

Get out the Kleenex and a warm jacket and gloves. This week is a heartbreaking tale of troubled foster kid who finds comfort among a herd of cows in Maine. Readers from Carter G. Woodson Charter School in Chicago discuss Orbiting Jupiter by Gary D. S... more

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The Heck series - Dale E. Basye

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Teenage Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin II - Re-Evolution - Kevin East... more

We take a trip to Mississippi in the summer of 1964 - Freedom Summer. The second in writer Deborah Wiles' 1960's trilogy. "Revolution" is discussed by a trio of George Washington Middle Schoolers at the neighborhood bookstore Hooray for Books! in Ale... more

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Recent Guests

Deborah Wiles
Author of Revolution (second in the trilogy)
Author
Episode: Revolution by Deborah Wiles
Lisa Graff
Author of Absolutely Almost
Author
Episode: A Conversation with Lisa Graff
Claire Legrand
Writer of Foxheart (author on episode)
Author, Foxheart
Episode: Foxheart by Claire Legrand
Wesley Mann
Celebrity reader, actor
Actor, Boulder Bookstore reading event
Episode: Foxheart by Claire Legrand
Jennifer Holm
Writer, author of Turtle in Paradise and Full of Beans
Jennifer Holm (Author)
Episode: A Conversation with Jennifer L. Holm
Lisa Yee
Author of 'Maisie Chen's Last Chance' and inspired by her family's immigration story
Episode: Episode 160- Mazie Chen's Last Chance by Lisa Yee
Alan Silberberg
Author of Milo, Sticky Notes, and Brain Freeze
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Episode: Milo Sticky Notes & Brain Freeze
Joshua Malina
Celebrity reader and actor known for The West Wing
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Episode: Milo Sticky Notes & Brain Freeze
Jack Gantos
Author of "Dead End in Norvelt"
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Episode: Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos

Host

Kitty Felde
Host of Book Club for Kids

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 462 ratings
  • Great job

    The books that they chose are ones that are really good and deserves it! Thank you so much for making this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    zxlop22
    Canada2 months ago
  • Pretty good.

    Can you review a Hunger Games book?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kitsena
    United States8 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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A few listeners ask for broader book choices or note occasional strong language as a concern for younger listeners.
Some listeners enjoy the calm, kid-friendly tone and author insights, making it good for bedtime listening or classroom use.
Listeners praise the show's book selections and engaging discussion that highlight both classics and current titles.

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Talking Points

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A Conversation with Lisa Graff
Q: So Lisa, was there anything you learned as a nanny that you bring with you when you write books for kids these days?
Lisa describes the shift to highly scheduled play, the social dynamics of private vs. public schooling, and how these experiences influenced her approach to storytelling for kids.
Foxheart by Claire Legrand
Q: Why did you write it?
Claire Legrand explains that Foxheart grew from a short story about Quicksilver into a novel, driven by a desire to explore magical world-building, character growth, and questions about love, belonging, and family, with editors helping shape it into a full-length book.
A Conversation with Jennifer L. Holm
Q: So you told us how Turtle in Paradise came out of an earlier novel. Tell us where Full of Beans came from.
Holm reveals that Full of Beans originated from a suggestion by her son about a continuation featuring the 'Diaper Gang' and her desire to explore a prequel that ties back to the Turtle in Paradise world.
A Conversation with Jennifer L. Holm
Q: So let's talk a little bit about Turtle. Where did she come from as a character?
Holm describes Turtle as inspired by her mother, drawing on memories of New Jersey summers and the family's Key West experiences to shape Turtle's voice and the island life atmosphere.
A Conversation with Jennifer L. Holm
Q: Well, Jenni, let's start at the beginning. Where did the inspiration for Turtle in Paradise come from?
Holm explains that the spark came from a throwaway line about Key West in Penny from Heaven, which led to extensive family interviews, archival research at the Key West Historical Society, and a drive to recreate the Depression-era setting authentically.

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A kid-focused book discussion show where young readers share their favorite titles and why they matter, guided by a host who blends personal stories, audience participation, and author insights. Episodes often feature live or recorded conversations with children, celebrity readers, and authors, covering themes like representation, empathy, and imagination across a wide range of children's literatureβ€”including classics, series, and contemporary titles. A standout trait is the active, participatory format that invites listener submissions and guest contributions, making literature feel accessible and inviting for early readers and reluctant readers alike.

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Recent guests on Book Club for Kids include:

1. Deborah Wiles
2. Lisa Graff
3. Claire Legrand
4. Wesley Mann
5. Jennifer Holm
6. Lisa Yee
7. Alan Silberberg
8. Joshua Malina

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