Hey Reader, Here at the Read-Aloud Revival, we’ve been asked more times than I can count to create virtue-based book lists. And I always say no. But it's not because I don't believe books can build virtue in our kids. So today on the show, I invited Audrey, our Creative Director, back with me to talk about why we don’t make lists of books that specifically set out to teach kids about kindness, honesty, or other virtues. The reality is, all good books have a powerful capacity to inspire us...

Hi Reader, When you think about the various work that goes into making a children’s book, research probably isn’t at the top of your list. It might not make it on your list at all! But research is often an essential part of the process. And I can tell you from personal experience that research can be a time-intensive, sometimes overwhelming, but often the most delightful task. Today on the show, we’re hearing from some incredible authors and illustrators about the research that goes into...

Hey Reader, Wordless Picture Books Seeking a bit of quiet refreshment and respite after the busyness of spring? Wordless books invite us to slow down, make connections, and linger over a good story. Read Our Favorites The Latest Podcast One of the most common questions we get around here is "Homeschooling high school...how?" On this episode, homeschool mama and author of Their Future is Shining Bright, Rachel Kovac, joins Sarah to talk about everything from instilling a growth mindset in your...