LATEST PODCAST, Ep 88: In the latest podcast episode, Genevieve Kruyssen and literacy expert Sharon Callen discuss 18 new book releases and their potential to support teachers in the classroom. They cover various topics, including finding books for all readers, the power of reading aloud, helping struggling readers, and the importance of wordless picture books and graphic novels. The conversation also explores the benefits of reading children's books for adults and the significance of books with strong settings and characters.
The episode features a booklist that includes picture books such as "Surfing the Dark," "The Boy and the Elephant," and "The Garden at the End of the World." It also includes graphic novels and wordless picture books like "Pebble and Wren" and "Legend of the Yearling - Guardians of Horsa," as well as novels like "Harriet Hound" and "The Mud Puddlers."
Throughout the discussion, Genevieve and Sharon delve deeply into the themes, writing styles, and impact of the books, highlighting their potential to enhance teaching in the classroom. Listeners can find the episode on popular podcast platforms like Simplecast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
Genevieve Kruyssen's passion for magical and atmospheric settings shines through her love for books with lonely landscapes, while Sharon Callen's expertise as a literacy consultant adds valuable insights to the conversation.