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KidLit RADIO

KidLit RADIO
Children's Literature
My Wild First Day Of School
American Museum Of Natural History
New York City
Agents Of SLAM
Best Friends Forever, A Puppy's Tale
Booker the Library Bat
A Bear, a Bee, and a Honey Tree
The Curious League Of Detectives and Thieves
Children’s Literature
Dennis Matthew
Costa Gregory
Friendship
Music
I Am Me
Sallie Bee Writes A Thank You Note
Dyslexia
Reading Rainbow
Oodles Of Poodles and Doodles
Magic

Explore the world ofchildren’s literature

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Latest Episodes

Join us for a Special Event from The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art!

🌟 Read Out Loud with award-winning author & illustrator, Grace Lin! 🌟

Come join Newbery Honor author and illustrator Grace Lin for a special episode of Read Out Loud, fi... more

Join Today show co-anchor, Craig Melvin for Read Out Loud as he shares his new picture book about the special... Read more »

The post KidLit RADIO 🎙️ Read Out Loud I’M PROUD OF YOU by Craig Melvin appeared first on KidLit TV.

Join us for a SPECIAL MIDDLE-GRADE Author Showcase! Featuring: Jen Calonita, author of ISLE OF EVER Carina Finn, author... Read more »

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Meet PBS Resident Librarian, Reading Rainbow host, and all around super-star, Mychal Threets on StoryMakers! Tune in to learn about... Read more »

The post KidLit RADIO 🎙️StoryMakers with Mychal Threets appeared first on KidLit TV.

Join us for a Special Event from The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art!

🌟 Read Out Loud with award-winning author & illustrator, Grace Lin! 🌟

Come join Newbery Honor author and illustrator Grace Lin for a special episode of Read Out Loud, fi... more

Author N. West Moss joins us for a Read Out Loud of ZIN! ZIN! ZIN! A VIOLIN, written by her father, Lloyd... Read more »

The post KidLit RADIO – Read Out Loud ZIN! ZIN! ZIN! A VIOLIN appeared first on KidLit TV.

Do you like dogs? Well, Stephanie Calmenson, author of OODLES OF POODLES AND DOODLES, loves them! She can’t wait to... Read more »

The post KidLit RADIO – Read Out Loud OODLES OF POODLES AND DOODLES appeared first on KidLit TV.

Would you find it funny to boop a bunny? Would you be scared to boop a bear? We’re off on... Read more »

The post KidLit RADIO – Read Out Loud BOOPABLE! appeared first on KidLit TV.

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Recent Guests

Tony Buttino
Co-author of CREATING READING RAINBOW, The Untold Story of a Beloved Children's Series
Episode: KidLit RADIO StoryMakers CREATING READING RAINBOW! 🌈📖
Pam Johnson
Co-author of CREATING READING RAINBOW, The Untold Story of a Beloved Children's Series
Episode: KidLit RADIO StoryMakers CREATING READING RAINBOW! 🌈📖
Dan Yaccarino
Author and illustrator of Piccolo
Piccolo (book)
Episode: KidLit RADIO StoryMakers with Dan Yaccarino PICCOLO 🇮🇹🍨
West Moss
Author of Birdy
Author
Episode: KidLit RADIO StoryMakers with N. West Moss BIRDY 🐤🐭🦝🐐
Mac Barnett
award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature
Author, National Ambassador for Young People's Literature
Episode: KidLit RADIO StoryMakers with Mac Barnett – National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature 🏅
Terry Catasus Jennings
Author of The Little House Of Hope / La Casita de Esperanza
Author
Episode: KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Terry Catasús Jennings LITTLE HOUSE OF HOPE/LA CASITA DE ESPERANZA
Yuyi Morales
Author-illustrator of BRIGHT STAR / LUCERO
BRIGHT STAR studio
Episode: KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Yuyi Morales BRIGHT STAR / LUCERO
Awilda Rivera Prignano
Creator of Loving Lulu
Episode: KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Awilda Prignano LOVING LULU
Valerie Bolling
Author of 'Ride, Roll, Run, Time For Fun'
Episode: KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Valerie Bolling RIDE, ROLL, RUN TIME FOR FUN

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Good for kids!

    They tell kids stories and I use this to put my little brother to sleep at night he likes these stories and so do I. I would recommend it to moms or people with younger siblings there are all kid stories and short which is good to put kids to sleep!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kate UwU OwO
    United States6 years ago
  • Inside Access

    This podcast gets you interviews with top authors and illustrators. It's informative and also helps listeners get to know the authors better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BookBiz
    United States10 years ago

Listeners Say

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Read-aloud episodes are family-friendly and great for kids' bedtime or classroom use.
Guests are a mix of celebrated creators and up-and-coming voices in kidlit.
Listeners appreciate behind-the-scenes Reading Rainbow discussions and literacy legacy angles.
Shows strong focus on author/illustrator insights and storytelling craft.

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KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Terry Catasús Jennings LITTLE HOUSE OF HOPE/LA CASITA DE ESPERANZA
Q: Tell us about the book.
The book follows a Cuban immigrant family who arrives in the United States, finds a home that they make their own, and opens that space to other immigrants in need, emphasizing belonging, family, and community support.
KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with S. A. Patrick A DARKENING OF DRAGONS
Q: Is the A for author?
The A in S. A. Patrick's name has not been revealed.
KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with S. A. Patrick A DARKENING OF DRAGONS
Q: Does Barver become part of this trio?
Barver is never really accepted by others, but he is quite tough and comes in handy during their adventures.
KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with S. A. Patrick A DARKENING OF DRAGONS
Q: Can you tell us about Patch?
Patch is a 13-year-old trainee piper who gets into trouble with his teachers and ends up in jail for playing a forbidden song.
KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Tom Phillips THE CURIOUS LEAGUE OF DETECTIVES AND THIEVES: EGYPT’S FIRE
Q: How did he end up living in a museum?
John goes to the steps of the museum to wait for his mother after she passes away, which leads him to stay there.

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Frequently Asked Questions About KidLit RADIO

What is KidLit RADIO about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on children's literature through author interviews, read-aloud sessions, and behind-the-scenes looks at beloved kidlit properties and literacy advocacy. Episodes frequently feature writers and illustrators discussing their creative processes, inspirations, and the origins of iconic books, often weaving in hands-on activities, bilingual elements, and storytelling techniques that engage young audiences and their families. A standout theme across episodes is the enduring impact of literacy programs and media franchises (like Reading Rainbow) on generations of readers, along with explorations of cultural identity, immigration, and community through children's books. Listeners can expect warm, family-friendly conversations, cre... more

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Recent guests on KidLit RADIO include:

1. Tony Buttino
2. Pam Johnson
3. Dan Yaccarino
4. West Moss
5. Mac Barnett
6. Terry Catasus Jennings
7. Yuyi Morales
8. Awilda Rivera Prignano

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