In this episode I talk about how I, a lackadaisical reader growing up, have been on a mission these past 6 years to turn our home into one that abounds with stories through daily and intentional reading aloud. I talk about the small steps I took, the books that inspired me, how we practically implement reading into our everyday and how you don't have to be overwhelmed or try to overcomplicate it! Reading aloud really is one of my most favorite things to do with my children and yet I had not always utilized the magic that it really does bring to a home. So this is a discussion, from an ordinary mom, who is not a natural reader, telling you that you really can do this and you really can help your kids fall in love with books while you yourself do as well! I hope these practical steps and ideas can be some guidance for you to take and use and make your very own in your spaces and with your own families!
All the things mentioned in this episode!
***The Read Aloud packet of 5 Questions to utilize during your reading: https://readaloudrevival.com/download-your-guide/
***Items to use during your read aloud time to keep hands busy: https://www.target.com/p/mindware-imagination-magnets/-/A-15337409#lnk=sametab (our fav self containing magnet set)
https://www.target.com/p/melissa-38-doug-pattern-blocks-and-boards-classic-toy-with-120-solid-wood-shapes-and-5-double-sided-panels/-/A-598486#lnk=sametab https://www.target.com/p/mindware-pattern-play/-/A-79447185 (even my 12 year old will pass the time with this)
https://geotoystore.com/collections/geopuzzles (we LOVE these puzzles. Geography AND fun!)
***All the books: For youngers-
The Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White,
Geraldine Woolkens by Karin Kaufman,
Clementine Series by Sarah Pennypacker,
Nancy Clancy by Jane O'Connor,
The Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett
***Our Read Alouds mentioned in this episode:
The Vanderbeekers by Katrina Yan Glaser,
The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsal,
A Place to Hang the Moon by Kate Albus,
Sinclair's Mysteries by Katherine Woodbine (our current read aloud we are finishing the last book of the series this month. I forgot to mention this one!)
***Great Audio Books Mentioned:
Where the Red Fern Grows audio book read by Anthony Heald,
Clementine read by Jessica Almasy,
The Hobbit read by Andy Serkis
***Books for YOU:
Teaching From Rest and The Read Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie --- And check out her podcast The Read Aloud Revival!
The Bible in World History by Dr. Stephen Leston and Christopher D. Hudson,
Love Thy Body by Nancy Pearcey,
The Read Aloud Handbook by Jim Trelease
***Helpful items: Two free library apps for free books! Libby and Hoopla. We use these primarily for audiobooks
My favorite bluetooth speaker: https://www.amazon.com/Aduro-AquaSound-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth/dp/B07MMTQYGL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26KT9FESNSXNW&keywords=aquasound%2Bwsp20%2Bbluetooth%2Bspeaker&qid=1648953972&sprefix=aqua%2Bsound%2Bwsp20%2Bbluetooth%2Bspeaker%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-1&th=1
Where do I go for Book lists?
readaloudrevival.com,
amblesideonline.org,
Colson Fellows booklist https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/colson-fellows-2020,
https://classicalu.com/course-finder/
Would you like to send me an email with a question or comment? Email me at thependerplace@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!
