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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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Recent Guests

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
Janet Macreery
Author of A Little Wicked
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
NPR
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
Diana Rock
Celebrity reader and former president of the United Square Dancers of America
Episode: Lupe Wong Wont Dance
Esther Goldenberg
Author of Hypatia Academy
Episode: Hypatia Academy by Esther Goldenberg

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Kitty Felde
Host of Book Club for Kids and award-winning public radio journalist.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 456 ratings
  • Pretty good.

    Can you review a Hunger Games book?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kitsena
    United States2 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 States4 months ago
  • LOVE IT!!!๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜โค๏ธ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’”โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ

    iโ€™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!!! ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช Also my favorite book is ''because of whin-dixie'' from, Jewel, age 11 ๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjgfnjf
    United States6 months ago
  • LOVE IT!!!๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜โค๏ธ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’”โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ

    iโ€™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!!! ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช Also my favorite book is ''because of whin-dixie'' from, Jewel, age 10 ๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž๐Ÿ’Ž

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjgfnjf
    United States8 months ago
  • LOVE IT!!!๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜โค๏ธ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’”โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ

    iโ€™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!!! ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjgfnjf
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners find the show engaging and fun for young readers, often enjoying celebrity readings and author insights.
The podcast is perceived as a great resource for discovering new books, especially among kids who enjoy reading and literature-based activities.
There are mixed feelings about the appropriateness of content, with some parents expressing concern over language use, while others praise the relatable discussions.

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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.
A Conversation with Janet Macreery
Q: So how long did it take you to gather all the information that you did that was like in the book?
Macreery explains that she is more of a 'pantser' in her writing approach, gathering information in fits and starts rather than outlining everything beforehand.
A Conversation with Lisa Thompson
Q: How did your broadcasting career affect your writing?
It helped a lot, particularly with writing dialogue and creating character visuals.
A Conversation with Lisa Thompson
Q: What's different about writing for kids with dyslexia?
I don't do flashbacks when I'm writing for a dyslexic reader, and the books are edited for easier reading.

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Designed for young readers, this show provides a platform for discussing popular children's literature, fostering a community where kids can engage with books and authors. Episodes typically feature a celebrity reader who narrates passages from the book in focus, alongside insightful discussions with the author that explore themes, character development, and the creative process. Participants often include enthusiastic young listeners who relate the narratives to their own lives, emphasizing cultural identity, friendship, and personal growth. This unique format not only entertains but also educates, making literature accessible and relatable to its audience.

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Book Club for Kids launched 10 years ago and published 265 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Susan Stamberg
2. Janet Macreery
3. Lisa Thompson
4. Jennifer Choldenko
5. Jack Speer
6. Gordon Korman
7. Donna Barba Higuera
8. Diana Rock

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