Show Notes:
Interview 1: Paul
Tries not to buy chocolate too much
Pediatric speech pathologist and literacy tutor
Wanted to write a book that was fun for kids
Wanted to inspire kids to eat vegies
Only 9% of children eat enough vegies
Created a learning experience. There is the book and a vegie bag.
There is also an activity pack to help engage.
Additional kitchen kit.
There was a fair bit of research into the story
The indie author component was a surprise.
Interview 2: Chris
Helping reluctant readers to read.
Lost job during Covid
I'd rather eat chocolate
Book has rhyme rhythm and repetitive text
People are increasingly exposed to ultra processed foods.
There are silly animals in the story
There are complex issues regarding supplying food.
This story is for support.
Where the Excerpt Came From:
Small excerpt provided
Guest Bio:
Narelle is a wife and a mum to four boys and a demanding rescue cat. Narelle's career as a paediatric speech pathologist spans more than 30 years. She completed a MA in Linguistics, focusing on reading development in young children, and has worked with thousands of children experiencing reading challenges, both as a speech pathologist and literacy tutor. During Covid, a change in career led Narelle to write several children's books, with I'd Rather Eat Chocolate being her first published children's picture book. I'd Rather Eat Chocolate is a fun rhyming book with rhythm and some repetitive text, designed to develop reading confidence in young children and reluctant readers. Narelle's keen interest in family health and nutrition, spurred her on to write a book that is not only fun to read, but is inspiring children to eat up their veggies.
Booklist:
I'd Rather Eat Chocolate
Best place to buy:
www.funreads4kids.com.au or you can request it from any book store.
Links
Contact
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.ilsley.5
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This Event has been sponsored by the Australian Cultural Fund
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Music by: @keysofmoonmusic
Name: The epic hero
