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Read-Aloud Revival ®

Sarah Mackenzie
Homeschooling
Fairy Tales
Reading
Christmas School
Education
Parenting
Reading Aloud
Historical Fiction
Literature
Book Recommendations
Family Activities
Read-Aloud Revival
Advent
The Opt-Out Family
Children's Books
Christian Education
Christmas Book Flood
Reading For Pleasure
Technology
Storytelling

Sarah Mackenzie helps your family fall in love with books, and helps *you* fall in love with homeschooling.

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We all want to build those meaningful and lasting connections with our kids. 

Around here, we’re usually talking about doing that through books and reading aloud. But how do we extend these connections into our everyday, ordinary parenting moments? ... more

Today, we’re revisiting a listener-favorite episode that has some advice and an activity that I think are perfect for this time of year in our homeschools.

Jon Acuff, author of All It Takes Is a Goal, joined me a while back for a perspective-shiftin... more

We talk a lot around here about the incredible impact stories have on our kids. They build empathy and connection, letting us walk a mile in another’s shoes. And some stories also help us see what it looks like to be brave and courageous, even in the... more

Why do we read aloud to our kids? Especially those who can read to themselves? 

This is a topic that comes up all the time at Read-Aloud Revival and it’s one I’m super passionate about. It’s foundational to what we do around here and I firmly believ... more

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Laura Vanderkam
Beloved author and time management expert, known for her books on productivity.
Episode: RAR #275: Could We Have Tranquility by Tuesday? Laura Vanderkam
Matt Tavares
Best-selling author and illustrator of children's books, including the Dasher series and Red and Lulu
Self-employed
Episode: RAR #274: Behind the Scenes of One of My Favorite Christmas Picture Books
Judith McQuoid
Debut author of the novel 'Giant', which imagines the childhood of C.S. Lewis.
Episode: RAR #273: Imagining the Childhood of C.S. Lewis, with Judith McQuoid
Astrid Sheckels
Author and illustrator of Flora and the Jazzers
Waxwing Books
Episode: RAR #272: Giving Flora Her Voice with Astrid Sheckels
Joy Clarkson
Author of the book Aggressively Happy
Episode: RAR #269 – A Vacation for Your Homeschooling Heart
Karina Yang-Glazer
Author of the middle grade series, The Vanderbeekers.
Episode: RAR #268 Advice to Young (And Young at Heart) Creatives
Eileen Ryan-Yuen
Illustrator known for her work on children's books.
Episode: RAR #268 Advice to Young (And Young at Heart) Creatives
Jonathan Rogers
Author of The Bark of the Bog Owl and The Wilder King Trilogy.
Episode: RAR #268 Advice to Young (And Young at Heart) Creatives
Janet Stevens
Illustrator and author known for Tops and Bottoms and Anansi Folk Tales.
Episode: RAR #268 Advice to Young (And Young at Heart) Creatives

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Sarah Mackenzie
Host of a podcast that helps families fall in love with books and supports the homeschooling journey through discussions and recommendations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.9k ratings
  • Did RAR plant the homeschool seed in my brain??

    Ok, we all know the call to homeschool truly comes from the Lord! However, if I think back to probably 2021, listening to Sarah’s anecdotes and perspectives on homeschool life pushed me favorably towards an idea that I previously held a very neutral opinion. Since our oldest was born in 2016, I always held bedtime read-aloud in high regard (missing a night was rare!) I loved listening to RAR for book recommendations and encouragement. Fast forward to 2024 when we made the decision to begin hom... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karlyw743
    United States2 months ago
  • The Knight Owl

    Our good friend inspired me to listen to RAR. I fell in love immediately and really appreciate the guidance and encouragement to make reading aloud part of our daily rhythm. Our 4 children are 6.5 and under and some days feel like a whirlwind but we look forward to continuing to grow reading in our home! I have really enjoyed the book lists! The Knight Owl has been one of our favorites and was a gift under the Christmas tree this year. Thanks for all you guys do to make this a wonderful communit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Victoria H Kep
    United States3 months ago
  • Awww!

    I love read-alouds with my mother! I would love to learn how to do that so I can do that someday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bookturtle2015
    United States7 months ago
  • Inspiring for the Whole Family

    I love all the tips on homeschooling and inspiring kids to love reading! This podcast gets me excited to read more—not just for myself, but together as a family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kt07734
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you Sarah!

    This is hands down my favourite podcast! I look forward to new episodes and always leave feeling refreshed and encouraged. Thank you Sarah! 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Book6Mama
    Canadaa year ago

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The podcast is frequently lauded for its engaging guests and insightful discussions, which resonate deeply with parents navigating the challenges of education.
Many express gratitude for the sense of community and relatable perspectives shared by the host, describing it as a lifeline for homeschooling families.
Listeners often commend the host's warmth, relatability, and ability to inspire confidence in their homeschooling efforts.
Listeners appreciate the practical tips and encouragement provided for homeschooling and fostering a love of reading in their children.

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Best of RAR: How a “Best Moments” List Can Help You Love Your Homeschool featuring Jon Acuff
Q: What does it mean not to marry the goal and to audition goals instead?
Try easy goals that can be tested in under a week or two, then decide if you want to scale up; this prevents burnout and keeps momentum.
Best of RAR: How a “Best Moments” List Can Help You Love Your Homeschool featuring Jon Acuff
Q: Talk to me about this. Why is this so hard for us to imagine what we want?
People chase big 20-year visions, but it creates a vision wall and perfectionism; starting with simpler, shorter prompts and gradually expanding makes goals feel doable.
RAR #275: Could We Have Tranquility by Tuesday? Laura Vanderkam
Q: Do you find, just as a time and productivity expert, do you find, because I know one of the things you have your readers and your audience do a lot is tracking time, what do you think is the misconception most of us have about how much time we actually have?
Laura discusses that people often underestimate their available time for enjoyable activities and overestimate time spent on chores, revealing a lack of awareness about the abundance of time we have.
RAR #275: Could We Have Tranquility by Tuesday? Laura Vanderkam
Q: Where did your desire to write about this come from?
Laura Vanderkam expresses her long-standing passion for time management and the desire to help others design their schedules effectively.
RAR #274: Behind the Scenes of One of My Favorite Christmas Picture Books
Q: Can you tell us a little about Red and Lulu?
It's about a pair of Cardinals separated when their tree is chopped down and taken to New York City to be the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, focusing on love and family reunions.

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Focused on fostering a love for reading and the joys of homeschooling, the content features practical advice, engaging conversations, and insights into the world of children's literature. Episodes explore themes like the importance of reading aloud, developing creativity in children, family dynamics in learning, and the significant role of storytelling in cultivating virtue and empathy. Unique highlights include intimate discussions with authors and illustrators, emphasizing the transformative power of stories, as well as a strong community element aimed at supporting homeschooling families. The overall tone is uplifting and aimed at empowering parents and caregivers to embrace their educational journeys with confidence and joy.

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2. Matt Tavares
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4. Astrid Sheckels
5. Joy Clarkson
6. Karina Yang-Glazer
7. Eileen Ryan-Yuen
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