These Books Are Teaching Kids How To 'Be...

<p>Introducing <em>Beyond All Repair, </em>a new WBUR podcast hosted by Amory Sivertson. This series tells the story of a murder, but also the woman who was accused of that murder, Sophia.</p> <p>Sophia was newly married and six months pregnant when she was charged with murderin ... Show More

<p>Produced by WBUR, Boston’s NPR, in partnership with The Trace, The Gun Machine looks into the past to bring you a story that most Americans never learned in history class: how early partnerships between mad scientist gunsmiths and a fledgling U.S. government created the gun in ... Show More

<p>We want to share a first listen of a new podcast we're working on at WBUR.</p> <p>Violation tells the story of two families bound together by an unthinkable crime. It explores America's opaque parole system and asks: How much time in prison is enough? Who gets to decide? And, ... Show More

<p>Children's books should not only offer "windows and mirrors" into other cultures, races, and religions, but into a range of feelings and emotions. Craig Fehrman, author of a recent essay in The New York Times titled "Reading Sad Books Is Good for Your Kids", joins us to talk a ... Show More

In addition to being one of country music's biggest icons, Dolly Parton is also a prolific philanthropist. One of the most important causes she's dedicated herself to is child literacy, which she does through both the work of her non-profit organization the Imagination Library, a ... Show More

Caldecott and Newbery Honoree Grace Lin and bestselling author Kate Messner talk about their new book “Once Upon A Book” and share advice on how to help kids cultivate a love of reading. 

Ever wonder what it takes to be a world-schooling family?  Listen in to find out how my guest navigates it with her family. Click here for show notes and more from Jeanne-Marie, Your Parenting Mentor. Current Event Update: this episode was recorded earlier this year before Kayla ... Show More

Everyone thinks they can write a children’s book, but very few people actually can. Abby Hanlon, the author and illustrator of the beloved Dory Fantasmagory series, describes her unusual creative process—it involves eavesdropping and bribery. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis ... Show More

We are back from the break with new captivating stories for kids! 🌟 Tune in to see how our Lingokids friends navigate the path of empathy and understanding. This episode of Stories for Kids puts to the test their ability to being considerate and taking care of someone. 🤒 Link t ... Show More

I'm really excited to share this new Mastery Session with you as it's all about developing children of high integrity, deep ingenuity and strong leadership capability. In this episode you'll discover: --specific tactics to deepen your relationship with your kids --how to grow chi ... Show More

KIDS SHORT STORIES Parents! Listen to this podcast, audiobooks and more on Storybutton, without your kids needing to use a screened device or your phone. Listen with no fees or subscriptions. —> Order Storybutton Today <— Sign Up For Kid Shout Out’s and Story Submission’s https:/ ... Show More

Children’s books craft the way a young person sees the world, and this view carries on well into adulthood. Daily Show researcher Stephanie O. and CEO, founder, and author of “Hey Carter!” books, Dr. Thomishia Booker, sit down with Roy Wood Jr. to discuss the importance of positi ... Show More