RAR #140: How to Fold Poetry into Your R...

Over the past few months on the podcast, we’ve talked a lot about how reading aloud benefits kids academically, how it develops their resilience, empathy, and virtue, and even reduces physiological stress. Today on the show, we’re diving into the flip side of reading: writing. Wi ... Show More

Books are so much more than just a collection of words. They are lanterns that illuminate our lives in so many incredible ways.Today, I want to share a story with you about a group of women who also believed in the power of books to transform lives. So much so, that they were wil ... Show More

How long is your to-do list? What if you added in all the extra shoulds and supposed-tos that you are in your head but you don’t even write down because that would be too overwhelming? How long is it then?It might feel a little cliché to talk about how busy we are. But I think it ... Show More

Roses are red, violets are blue, has poetry ever been intimidating for you? For many people, this art form can feel unapproachable, but poet and educator Sarah Kay, suggests that people who don’t like poetry just maybe haven’t found a poem that really speaks to them. Sarah propos ... Show More

Poetry is often perceived to be "hard" or inaccessible, but as our next guests illustrate, poetry can offer an "uplifting journey through everyday moments, moods and experiences" for kids at any age or stage of development. Author Matthew Burgess and illustrator Doug Salati join ... Show More

How do you write a poem? Do you have to rhyme words? Let's help Elliot with his school homework as he creates his very first little poem. Link to episode transcript. Parents, we have plenty of activities, games, and songs that will teach your little one all about collaboration, c ... Show More

Do you agree that poetry is therapeutic? I do, so on this episode I will read to you some lovely poems on love & life. 

April is National Poetry Month. Poets share advice on how to make a meaningful connection with the art form. One tip? Think of the poem like a movie or a play — and you're the director. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsors ... Show More

Poetry can be intimidating. It’s more technical than prose, and there’s an extensive world of theory and study behind it. But that doesn’t mean you can’t play around with it in your writing, and even be good at it! In this episode, Jeffrey and Joseph talk about how we naturally u ... Show More

Get ready for a heartwarming first on the Peace in Parenting podcast! joining me today is my amazing daughter, Esme, in a candid conversation about our parenting journey.Esme, now 18 and entering her senior year, shares her unique perspective on growing up with connected parentin ... Show More