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Book Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 84 - May forecast (kind of) and an update about the showIn this episode, Chrissie shares 10 books for kids releasing in May 2025 that she is looking forward to, as well as an update about the podcast.UPDATE: BOOK DELIGHT PODCAST IS ON HIATUS. Chrissie is taking a break to pursue other projects. At the end of summer, she will consider whether to continue the show's hiatus or start making new episodes.In the meantime, be sure to subscribe to Chrissie's newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com and follow @librarychrissie on Instagram.FEATURED BOOKSPicture BooksCranky Crabby C...2025-05-0506 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 83 - Reading Raves - April 2025In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie is sharing 8 books for kids she read and loved in April, 2025Featured TitlesGRAPHIC NOVELSBarnacle Bay by Jana CurllBig Jim Begins by Dav PilkeyLooshkin: Honk if You See It by Jamie SmartNewsroom Nonsense by Jess Smart SmileyMIDDLE GRADE AUDIOBOOKSPippi Longstocking and Pippi Goes On Board by Astrid Lindgren, narrated by Sutton FosterTales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and Otherwise Known As Sheila the Great by Judy Blume, narrated by Judy BlumeBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you ge...2025-04-2813 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 82 - Q1 MVPs - Standout books, audiobooks, and cookbooks from 2025 (so far)In this episode, Chrissie is sharing some favorites from 2025 so far.FEATURED TITLES:KidlitThe Teeny Weeny Unicorn's Great Big Wish by Shawn HarrisLet's Be Bees by Shawn HarrisAstro by Manuel MarsolGoodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Clement HurdCassi and the House of Memories by Dean StuartAudio: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and Fudge series by Judy BlumeGrown-Up ReadsMy Brilliant Friend by Elena FerranteAtavists by Lydia MilletThree Days in June by Anne TylerAudio: The History of Sound by...2025-04-1417 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 81 - April Forecast - 10 kidlit books releasing in April 2025In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 kidlit books releasing in April 2025 that she is looking forward to.FEATURED TITLESPicture BooksEarl and Worm: The Bad Idea by Greg Pizzoli (4/1)Oh, Carrots! by Mariajo Ilustrajo (4/1)Warm and Fuzzy by Scott Rothman, illustrated by Brian Won (4/15)Just One Wave by Travis Jonker (4/15)The Bear Out There by Jess Hannigan (4/29)Graphic NovelsAvery and the Fairy Circle by Rowan Kingsbury (4/1)The Cartoonist's Club by Raina Telgemeier and S...2025-04-0717 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 80 - Reading Raves - March 2025In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 10 books for kids she read in March 2025 and recommends.FEATURED TITLESShort Chapter BooksUnicornia: Learning to Fly by Ana Punset, illustrated by Diana VicedoEliza and the Flower Fairies by Megan McDonald, illustrated by Lenny WenBulldozer's Big Rescue by Elise Broach, illustrated by Kelly MurphyTroop Esme by Lourdes Heuer, illustrated by Marissa ValdezGraphic NovelsTeam Unihorn and Woolly: Attack of the Krill by Alexis Frederick-FrostOasis by G...2025-03-3120 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 79 - On children's publishing right nowIn this episode, Chrissie shares her take on how children's publishing feels right now vs. how it should beTo access the full essay including graphics of the Venn diagrams described in this episode, visit Chrissie Writes on Substack.Also mentioned in the epsiode: David Sedaris discussing picture books and lessonsBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support...2025-03-2408 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 78 - Library Life - 4 ways authors can supercharge school visitsIn this Library Life episode, Chrissie is sharing 4 ways that authors Ben Clanton and Andy Chou Musser supercharge their school visits:Make a pre-game videoConsider the endpapers of the visitPlay interactive drawing gamesShare real-life artifacts from the creative lifeCheck out Chrissie's Substack post all about author visits, featuring her best tips and tricks for planning and hosting.Check out Ben Clanton's work on his website.Check out Andy Musser's work on his website.In the PNW and want to learn more about Chrissie's favorite indie bookstore? Learn more about Island...2025-03-1014 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 77 - March Forecast - 10 books for kids to look forward to releasing in March 2025In this forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 books for kids releasing in March 2025 that she is looking forward to.FEATURED TITLESPicture BooksPapilio by Ben Clanton, Andy Chou Musser, and Corey Tabor (out 3/4)The Teeny Weeny Unicorn's Great Big Wish by Shawn Harris (out 3/4)Who Ate Steve by Kate Hindley, illustrated by Susannah Lloyed (out 3/11)Stalactite and Stalagmite by Drew Beckmeyer (out 3/18)Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend by Bob Shea (out 3/25)Short Chapter BookMy Mad Scientist Mom by...2025-03-0316 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 76 - Reading Raves - February 2025In this reading raves episode, Chrissie is sharing her favorite kidlit that she read during February 2025.Featured TitlesGRAPHIC NOVELSAlan, King of the Universe by Tom McLaughlinCasey's Cases: The Mysterious New Girl by Kay HealyHow to Draw a Secret by Cindy ChangJazzy the Witch in Broom Doom by Jessixa BagleyMixed-Up by Kami GarciaOperation Cover-Up by Tate GodwinMIDDLE GRADEScattergood by HM BouwmanBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie...2025-02-2419 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 75 - Library Life - 10 ways for library leaders to boost agency and book joy in the libraryIn this library life episode, Chrissie is sharing ideas from her library leaders program with fifth graders.10 ways for library leaders to boost agency and book joy in the library:Shelf sheriffsShelf talkersShelf shout-outsAuthor chatsWindow artKid librarian of the weekQuote of the weekDisplay curationAuthor visit artShelf talker refresh (questionable books)Resources mentioned in the episode:On the Chrissie Writes Substack: All about library leaders (application, sample slides, etc.)The shelf talkers in Chrissie's libraryGetting started with Kid Librarian of the WeekAuthor Rachel Michelle Wilson's websiteBe sure to subscribe t...2025-02-1724 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 74 - Deep Dive - Reading weird books with 4th & 5th graders in the libraryIn this Deep Dive episode, Chrissie shares a week by week look at a weird books unit with 4th and 5th grade students in the library.Resources Mentioned on the Show:"Let the Kids Get Weird" by Janet Manely on LitHub"Goodnight Moon" on Looking at Picture Books Substack by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen Mac Barnett on NPR: "Are picture books undervalued? This new ambassador of children's literature thinks so"Books Discussed on the Show:Tumblebaby by Adam Rex and Audrey Helen WeberThe Cat Way 2025-02-1022 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 73 - February Forecast - 10 kidlit books to look forward toIn this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 books for kids releasing in February, 2025 that she is looking forward to.FEATURED TITLESPicture BookCaboose by Travis Jonker, illustrated by Ruth Chan (2/4)Let's Be Bees by Shawn Harris (2/11)Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan (2/25)Shark Girl by Kate Beaton (2/25)Graphic NovelsHow to Draw a Secret by Cindy Chang (2/4)Saphie the One-Eyed Cat by Joho (2/4)Casey's Cases by Kay Healy (2/11)Crumble by Meredith McClaren, illustrated by Andrea B...2025-02-0321 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 72 - Reading Raves (January 2025) - 7 kidlit books you should know aboutIn this Reading Raves, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit she read during January, 2025. FEATURED TITLES:Katrina Hyena, Stand-Up Comedian by Sophie KohnPencil and Eraser by Jenny AlvaradoSuper Magic Boy: I Am a Space Tiger by Jarod RoselloThe Secret of Danger Point by Kim DwinellLooshkin: The Maddest Cat in the World by Jamie SmartWildflower Emily: A Story About Young Emily Dickinson by Lydia CorryYoung Hag and the Witches' Quest by Isabel GreenbergBe sure to subscribe to...2025-01-2716 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 71 - Deep Dive - Chrissie's 2025 Kidlit WishlistIn this episode, Chrissie is sharing 4 things she'd like to encounter more of in kidlit this year:Mercenary page turnsUnmentioned mischiefCovers designed for kids not grown-ups (especially the back)Books from small presses and kidlit in translationRESOURCES AND BOOKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:"Goodnight Moon" on Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen's Substack, Looking at Picture BooksGuess Again by Mac BarnettMr. S. by Monica ArnaldoA Day with Mousse by Claire LebourgA Sleepless Night by Micaela ChirifBe sure to subscribe to the show wh...2025-01-2015 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 70 - January Forecast - 10 books for kids releasing in January 2025In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 10 books for kids releasing in January 2025 that she is excited about.Featured TitlesPICTURE BOOKS / EARLY READERSStruwwelpeter by Heinrich HoffmanThe Great Antonio by Elise GravelThe Interpreter by Olivia Abtahi, illustrated by Monica ArnaldoSHORT CHAPTER BOOKSGabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers by Angela DominguezWillow's Woods by Suzanne SelforsGRAPHIC NOVELSChickenpox by Remy LaiOperation Cover-Up by Tate GodwinMIDDLE GRADE...2025-01-1318 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 68 - Favorite Kidlit of 2024 - Graphic NovelsWelcome back to Favorites Month! This week, Chrissie is sharing her favorite graphic novels of 2024.FEATURED TITLESRealistic Crowd Pleasers:Let's Go, Coco! by Coco FoxThe New Girl by Cassandra CalinCarving new ground in kidlit...Dear Dad: Growing Up with a Parent in Prison -- and How We Stay in Touch by Jay Jay Patton with Kiara Valdex, illustrated by Markia JenaiPearl by Sherri L. Smith, illustrated by Christine NorriePoetry Comics by Grant SniderLight and Lovely2024-12-1620 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 67 - Kidlit Favorites of 2024 - Short Chapter BooksWelcome to Favorites Month! Each week in December, Chrissie is sharing a category of her favorite kidlit of 2024. This week, we're talking short chapter books.On this show, short chapter books are defined as highly illustrated fiction narratives told across chapters in under 200 pages.Featured TitlesA Day with Mousse by Claire Lebourg, translated by Sophie LewisBeti and the Little Round House by Atinuke, translated by Emily HughesDrag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe RussoLone Wo...2024-12-0916 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 66 - Kidlit Favorites of 2024 - Middle GradeWelcome to Favorites Month! Each week in December, Chrissie will share a category of her favorite kidlit of 2024. This week, we're talking middle grade.Featured TitlesA Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall by Jasmine WargaBoy 2.0 by Tracey BaptisteRead At Your Own Risk by Remy LaiThe Curse of Eelgrass Bog by Mary AverlingThe House with a Dragon In It by Nick Lake, illustrated by Emily GravettThe Liars Society by Alyson GerberThe Underdogs of Upson Downs2024-12-0218 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 65 - Reading Raves - 8 great books for kids that Chrissie read during Novembe 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares eight great books for kids that she read this month.FEATURED TITLESShort Chapter BooksFrank and the Big Mistake by Martha Brockenbrough, illustrated by Jon LauLoose Threads by Isol, translated Lawrence SchimelGraphic NovelsDetective Beans: and the Case of the Missing Hat by Li ChenPearl by Sherri L. Smith, illustrated by Christine NorrieThe First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip by Mac Barnett a...2024-11-2517 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 64 - Help! My kid needs a book! - Answering listener requests for books to gift this holiday seasonIn this "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie is answering 5 listener requests for books to gift to kids this holiday season.FEATURED TITLES:Towed by Toad by Jashar AwanSuper Magic Boy: I am a Dinosaur and Super Magic Boy: I Am a Space Tiger by Jarod RoselloRabbit and Bear series by Julian Gough, illustrated by Jim FieldJust One Flake by Travis JonkerThe House with a Dragon In It by Nick Lake...2024-11-1815 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 63 - Pep Talk - thinking beyond "level" when considering books for our kidsIn today's mini pep talk episode, Chrissie shares some questions for you to consider when connecting your kids to their next right book.Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack. For $7/month, you are helping to pay the costs of the show and receive exclusive content like extra booklists, roundups of kidlit...2024-11-1109 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 62 - November Forecast - 7 kidlit new releases you should know aboutIn today's Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing the 7 kidlit books releasing in November 2024 that she is most excited about.Picture BookRocket Puppies by William Joyce (11/5)Short Chapter BooksDrag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe Russo (11/5)Frank and the Big Mistake by Martha Brockenbrough, illustrated by Jon Lau (11/12)GraphicsGnome and Rat: First Snow by Lauren Stohler (11/5)The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip by Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris (11/5)The Other Side of Tomorrow by Tina Cho, illustrated by Deb JJ...2024-11-0415 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 61 - Reading Raves - October 2024, featuring 9 kidlit titles you should know aboutIn this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 9 kidlit books she read and loved during the month of October.FEATURED TITLESShort Chapter BooksThe Woofmore Is Not Haunted by Lori Haskins Houran and Donna Gephart, illustrated by Josh ClelandDrag and Rex: Sweet and Silly by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe RussoA Day with Mousse by Claire LebourgBeti and the Little Round House by Atinkuke, illustrated by Emily HughesLone Wolf Goes to School and Lone Wolf Gets a Pet by Kiah Thomas, illustrated by K. Fai SteeleMiddle GradeT...2024-10-2820 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 60 - Booklist - 10 Books That Made MeIn this booklist episode, Chrissie shares 10 books she read as a child that had a formative impact on her as a reader.FEATURED BOOKSPicture BooksEloise by Kay ThompsonWilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge by Mem Fox, illustrated by Julie VivasGrandfather Twilight by Barbara BergerMr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present by Charlotte Zolotow, illustrated by Maurice SendakThe Wolf's Chicken Stew by Keiko KaszaChapter Books / Middle GradeLafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back by Shel SilversteinDog Called Kitty by Bill WallaceWhen Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith KerrThe Toilet Pa...2024-10-2125 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 59 - October Forecast - 8 new books for children releasing in October 2024In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing 8 new release books for kids that she's excited about.FEATURED TITLESPicture BooksMr. Lepron's Mystery Soup by Giovanna Zobali, illustrated by Mariachiara Di Giorgio (10/1)The Cafe at the Edge of the Woods by Mikey Please (10/1)Milo the Knight by Gregoire Laforce, illustrated by Charlotte Parent (10/15)Santa's First Christmas by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Sydney Smith (10/22)Pig Town Party by Lian Cho (10/29)Umami by Jacob Grant (10/29)Graphic NovelsBog Myrtle by Sid Sharp (10/8)Dog Trouble by Kristin Varner (10/29)RESOURCES MENTIONED...2024-10-1418 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 58 - Reading Raves - September 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares 10 standout children's books she read during the month of September.Resources Mentioned in the Episode:Read Alouds, Ranked on Chrissie's SubstackChrissie Writes, No. 21 - Chrissie's free monthly kidlit newsletterFEATURED TITLES:Short Chapter BooksCatwings Return and Wonderful Alexander and the Catwings by Ursula K. Le GuinThe Zebra's Great Escape by Katherine Rundell, illustrated by Sarah OgilvieWelcome to the Woofmore by Donna Gephart and Lori Haskins Houran, illustrated by Josh ClelandGraphic NovelsBog Myrtle by Sid SharpBunny vs...2024-09-3019 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 57 - Deep Dive - What it means for kid readers to be brilliant consumers of great artIn this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares reflections on what it means for kid readers to be brilliant consumers of great art.Video mentioned in the episode:Mac Barnett reel on "La porta segreta," April 11Featured Book:THE SPIDER IN THE WELL by Jess HanniganBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a...2024-09-1613 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 56 - Deep Dive - 6 ways picture books can give kid readers agency on the pageIn this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares 6 ways picture books can give kid readers agency on the page:The Far Side fast forwardWords vs. picturesThe "I made you blink..."The sound partyThe "Oh no you didn't..."The love/hate endingFEATURED TITLES, in the order discussed on the show:I Want My Hat Back by Jon KlassenThe Rock from the Sky by Jon KlassenI Do Not Eat Children by Marcus CutlerSam and Dave Dig a Hole by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenGu...2024-09-0919 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 55 - September Forecast - 10 most anticipated children's books releasing in SeptemberIn this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the ten kidlit books releasing during September 2024 that she is most looking forward to.FEATURED TITLES:Picture Books:Attack of the Scones by Josh Funk and Brendan Kearney (9/3)Barnaby Unboxed by the Fan Brothers (9/3)Mr. Fox's Game of No! by David LaRochelle and Mike Wohnoutka (9/10)Middle Grade:Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody by Patrick Ness, illustrated by Tim Miller (9/3)The Sherlock Society by James Ponti (9/3)A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Halli by Ja...2024-09-0219 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 54 - Reading Raves - August 2024In today's reading raves episode, Chrissie is sharing the kidlit books she read and loved during August 2024.FEATURED BOOKSShort Chapter BooksThe Verts by Delphine DurandCatwings by Ursula K. Le GuinMiddle GradeThe Swifts by Beth LincolnGraphic NovelsBunny vs. Monkey: The Impossible Pig by Jamie SmartLet's Go, Coco! by Coco FoxNina Peanut by Sarah BowieSave Our Forest! by Nora DasnesBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @b...2024-08-2618 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 53 - Library Life - 5 small things I'm looking forward to trying in the library this yearIn this Library Life episode, Chrissie is sharing 5 small things she's looking forward to trying in her elementary school library this year:Chrissie's Five Small Things:Weekly routine with the AAC boardWeekly routine with the mood meterHugimals as a universal interventionMarkers that don't dry outThe 100 Checkout ClubResources and products mentioned in the episode:RULER social-emotional curriculumBook: Permission to Feel by Marc BrackettHugimals weighted stuffed animalsBic Magic MarkersBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Ch...2024-08-1217 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 52 - August Forecast - 10 most-anticipated children's books releasing in August 2024In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the 10 kidlit books releasing during August 2024 that she is most looking forward to.FEATURED TITLESPicture BooksMas. Menos! by Rhode Montijo (8/6)The Dictionary Story by Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston (8/6)Pizza for Birds by Bob Shea (8/13)The Great Expedition by Peter Carnavas (8/20)Review by Mac Barnett in the NYTThe Ship in the Window by Travis Jonker and Matthew Cordell (8/20)Makers by Young Vo (8/27)GraphicsAn Unlikely Pair by Bob Scott and Vicki Scott (8/6)Let's Go Coco: A (Sorta) True Story by...2024-08-0519 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 51 - Reading Raves - the best books I read in July 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit she read during July 2024.FEATURED TITLESShort Chapter BooksWelcome to Scare School by Jarrett LernerMiddle GradeA Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall by Jasmine WargaThe Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman by Gennifer CholdenkoThey Call Me No Sam! by Drew Daywalt and Mike LoweryVanished! and Trapped! by James PontiAdult Nonfiction (that kids might like too if they've watched the PBS adaptation of ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL)The Wonderful World of James H...2024-07-2921 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 50 - Deep Dive - What makes a picture book "work?"On today's Deep Dive, Chrissie is answering one of the questions she is most frequently asked: what makes a picture book "work?"In the episode, she describes a picture book matrix measuring axes of how didactic a book is and how much agency it gives the kid reader. To view a graphic of the matrix, visit Chrissie's Instagram page @librarychrissie.To get a deeper look at the matrix with lots of examples, sign up to become a paid subscriber on Chrissie's Substack and look for this Friday's post.Be sure to...2024-07-2215 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 49 - Booklist - My 10 Favorite Read-Alouds in the Library Last YearIn this Booklist episode, Chrissie shares her 10 favorite read alouds from the library last school year.**NOTE: There are audio quality issues with this episode. Chrissie needs a new microphone, but she wasn't aware of the issue with this recording until after it was finished. Thank you for your understanding!FEATURED TITLESChez Bob by Bob SheaDim Sum Palace by X. FangDuel by Jessixa Bagley and Aaron BagleyGuess Again! by Mac Barnett and Adam RexPretty Ugly by David Sedaris and Ian FalconerSam and Dave Dig a Hole by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenSi. No! by Rh...2024-07-1518 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 48 - First Half Favorites - Best Reads of 2024 (so far)In this episode, Chrissie shares a selection of favorite reads from 2024 (so far) across categories.FEATURED TITLESPicture BooksPretty Ugly by David SedarisThe First Week of School by Drew BeckmeyerThe Teeny Weeny Unicorn by Shawn HarrisMiddle GradeThe Underdogs of Upson Downs by Craig SilveyGraphic NovelsMonti and Leo: A Newcomer in Pocketville by Sylvie KantorovitzSky and Ty: Howdy, Partner! by Steve BreenPoetry Comics by Grant SniderAdult FictionPiglet by Lottie HazellIntermezzo by Sally RooneyBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever...2024-07-0826 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 47 - July Forecast - 10 most-anticipated children's books releasing in July 2024In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the ten kidlit books releasing during July 2024 that she is most looking forward to.Resources for Discovering New Release Books:Week-by-week "Coming Soon" sliders on the Barnes & Noble websiteThe On-Sale Calendar from Publisher's WeeklyFEATURED BOOKSPicture BooksMillie Fleur's Poison Garden by Christy Mandin, out 7/2That Always Happens Sometimes by Kiley Frank and illustrated by K. Fai Steele, out 7/2Little Ghost Makes a Friend by Maggie Edkins Willis, out 7/16Sweet and Sour by Brian Yanish and illustrated by Stacy...2024-07-0120 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 46 - Reading Raves - June 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares the kidlit she read and loved during June 2024.FEATURED BOOKSShort Chapter BooksAva Lin, Best Friend! by Vicky FangBibsy Cross and the Bad Apple by Liz Garton ScanlonGraphicsMonti and Leo: A Newcomer in Pocketville by Sylvia KantorovitzOkay, Andy! by Maxwell Eaton IIISummer Vamp by Violet Chan KarimThe New Girl by Cassandra CalinMiddle GradeFramed! by Jame Ponti (audio)Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod...2024-06-2416 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 45 - 10 Things That Saved My Life in the Library This YearIn today's episode, Chrissie share 10 things that saved her life in the library this year. Listen for reflections on:Mindful minute using the Headspace appRead aloud ruthlessnessPlus plus blocksDeciding once about what to colorBook tastingsWeedingLibrary LeadersBook repair10 minute teacher walksBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack. For $7/month, you are helping...2024-06-1921 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 44 - Summer Reading Vibe CheckIn this bite-size deep dive episode, Chrissie shares some quick reflections on what really matters in summer reading this year.Want more tactics and research to support your reflections on summer reading? Check out Episode 2 of the show, Chrissie's Summer Reading Manifesto.Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack. For $7...2024-06-1008 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 43 - June Forecast - 10 most anticipated kidlit books releasing in June 2024In this Forecast episode, Chrissie is sharing the 10 kidlit books releasing in June 2024 that she is most excited for.FEATURED BOOKSPicture BooksAre You Small? by Mo Willems (6/10)The First Week of School by Drew Beckmeyer (6/25)Early ReaderLittle Shrew by Akiko Miyakoshi (6/4)Short ChapterAva Lin, Best Friend! by Vicky Fang (6/4)Bibsy Cross and the Bad Apple by Liz Garton Scanlon, illustrated by Dung Ho (6/11)Middle GradeThey Call Me No Sam! by Drew Daywalt, illustrated b...2024-06-0321 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 42 - Reading Raves - May 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares the best kidlit she read during the month of May.FEATURED BOOKSShort Chapter BooksMadame Badobedah and the Old Bones by Sophie Dahl, illustrated by Lauren O'HaraMonday: Into the Cave of Thieves by Ralph Lazar, illustrated by Lisa SwerlingGraphic NovelsThe Egg Incident by Ziggy HanaorLost and Found: Based on a True Story by Mei YuWires Crossed by Beth Fantaskey, illustrated by Oneill JonesMiddle GradeMission Manhattan by James PontiFinding Bear by Hannah GoldThe...2024-05-2722 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 41 - Kidlit's Grown-Up Problem (And What To Do About It)In today's deep dive episode, Chrissie airs concerns about kidlit's grown-up problem. Then, she shares 4 questions we can ask to help solve the problem.Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com.If you want to support the show, please consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack. For $7/month, you are helping to pay the costs of the show and receive exclusive content like extra booklists, roundups of...2024-05-1316 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 40 - May ForecastThis week, Chrissie is sharing the May Forecast: the ten kidlit books releasing in May 2024 that she is most looking forward to.FEATURED BOOKSPicture BooksDalmartian: A Mars Rover's Story by Lucy Ruth Cummins (5/7)More Dung! by Frank Weber (5/14)Ursula Upside Down by Corey Tabor (5/14)Chapter BooksWelcome to the Woofmore by Donna Gephart and Lori Haskins Houran, illustrated by Josh Cleland (5/21)GraphicsPlain Jane and the Mermaid by Vera Brosgol (5/7)The Case of the Golden Bone by Sara Varon (5/28)Middle GradeJerry, Let Me See the Moon b...2024-05-0621 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 39 - Reading Raves - April 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit that she read during April 2024.FEATURED BOOKSBunny and Clyde by Megan McDonald, illustrated by Scott Nash`Banana Fox and the Gummy Monster Mess by James KochalkaDuck and Moose: Moose Blasts Off! by Kirk ReedstromKitten Ninja by Colleen AF Venable, Marcie Colleen, and Ellen StubbingsPup and Dragon: How to Catch a Dragon by Alice Walstead and Paul GillSky and Ty: Howdy Partner by Steve BreenPoetry Comics by Grant SniderBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the sh...2024-04-2915 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 38 - Booklist - Tortured Poets Department Songs as KidlitIn today's booklist episode, Chrissie is pairing ten songs from The Tortured Poets Department with kidlit books.SONG + BOOK PAIRINGS:"Fortnight" and Fluffy McWhiskers, Cuteness Explosion by Stephen W. Martin"The Tortured Poets Department" and Olivetti by Allie Millington"My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys" and Edwina, The Dinosaur Who Didn't Know She Was Extinct by Mo Willems"Down Bad" and Ode to a Bad Day by Chelsea Lin Wallace"So Long, London" and The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley"But Daddy I Love Him" and Wrong Way Home by Kate O'Shaughnes...2024-04-2222 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 37 - Booklist - Top 7 Favorite Mac Barnett Books to Read AloudIn today's Booklist episode, Chrissie is ranking her top 7 favorite Mac Barnett books to read aloud. *NOTE: Thank you for your patience with the compromised audio quality of today's episode. We're working on it! :)FEATURED TITLES:THE WOLF, THE DUCK, AND THE MOUSE by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Jon KlassenTHE GREAT ZAPFINO by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Marla FrazeeCIRCLE by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Jon KlassenTHE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Jon KlassenTHE RULES OF THE HOUSE by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Matt MyersSAM AND DAVE DIG A HOLE by M...2024-04-1524 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 36 - April Forecast - 10 Most Anticipated Kidlit Books Releasing in April 2024In this month's Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the 10 kidlit books releasing in April 2024 that she is most looking forward to.FEATURED TITLESPicture BooksOh, Are You Awake!? by Bob Shea and JarvisProper Badger Would Never! by Lauren Glattly and Rob Sayegh, Jr.Graphic NovelsMonkey King and the World of Myths: The Monster and the Maze by Maple LamUnhappy Camper by Lily LaMotte and Anne XuFake Chinese Sounds by Jing Jing TsongMiddle GradeTrouble at the Tangerine by Gillian McDunnThe Night War by Kimberly Brubaker BradleyMagnolia Wu Unfolds It A...2024-04-0820 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 35 - Reading Raves - March 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit that she read during March 2024.FEATURED TITLESShort Chapter BooksDETECTIVE GORDON: THE FIRST CASE by Ulff NilssonTEENY HOUDINI: THE DISAPPEARING ACT by Katrina MooreGraphicsTHE GREAT PUPTECTIVE by Alina TysoeBANANA FOX AND THE SECRET SOUR SOCIETY by James KochalkaART CLUB by Rashad DoucetSCHNOZZER & TATERTOES: TAKE A HIKE! by Rick StromoskiYOTSUBA &!, Vol. 1 by Kiyohiko AzumaDOG MAN: THE SCARLET SHEDDER by Dav PilkeyOFFICER CLAWSOME: LOBSTER COP by Brian "Smitty" SmithPECULIAR WOODS: THE ANCIENT UNDERWATER CITY by Andres J. ColmenaresWELCOME TO FERAL by James...2024-03-2524 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 34 - My Kid Needs a Book - Middle Grade RecommendationsIn this "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie responds to listener requests for middle-grade book recommendations.FEATURED BOOKSSpooky Graphic NovelsWELCOME TO FERAL and LAST EXIT TO FERAL by Mark FearingALL THE LOVELY BAD ONES by Mary Downing HahnTHE OJJA-WOJJA by Magdalene VisaggioSCURRY by Mac SmithRealistic Graphic NovelsDUEL by Jessixa BagleyTHE CUPCAKE DIARIES by Coco SimonPAWS by Nathan FairbairnART CLUB by Rashad DoucetBacklist Middle Grade to Read AloudTHE VANDERBEEKERS OF 141ST STREET by Karina Yan GlaserA PLACE TO HANG THE MOON by Kate AlbusA...2024-03-1821 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 33 - Booklist - Short Middle GradeIn this Booklist episode, Chrissie recommends 8 short middle grade books. Each book clocks in at ~200 pages or less, but appeals to kids ages 8-12.FEATURED BOOKSThe Remarkable Rescue at Milkweed Meadow by Elaine DimopoulosWedgie and Gizmo by Suzanne SelforsThe Sasquatch Escape by Suzanne SelforsThe Guardian Test by Christina SoontornvatWhatever After, Best Wishes, and Upside Down Magic by Sarah MlynowskiMarina and the Kraken by Lauren MagazinerThe Chaos Monster by Sayantani DasGuptaOnce Upon a Tim by Stuart GibbsPopcorn Bob by Maranke RinckRESOURCES MENTIONED:Publisher's Weekly article by Melissa Taylor: "It's Not Me, It's You: A...2024-03-1117 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 32 - March Forecast - Kidlit releasing in March 2024In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the ten kidlit releases she is most looking forward to in March 2024. She also shares a speed round of ten more next-in-series that the kids in her library can't wait to read.FEATURED TITLES:Picture Books The Good Little Mermaid's Guide to Bedtime by Eija Sumner, out 3/5The Book That Can Read Your Mind by Marianna Coppo, out 3/12Spider in the Well by Jess Hannigan, out 3/19GraphicsDuck and Moose: Duck Moves In by Kirk Reedstrom, out 3/5The Great Puptective by Alina Tysoe, out 3/19Poetry Comics b...2024-03-0423 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 31 - Reading Raves - February 2024In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit she read during February 2024.FEATURED BOOKSGraphic NovelsBreak by Kayla MillerPoppy and Sam and the Mole Mystery by CathonEllie in First Position by Brian Freschi and Elena TrioloThe Adventures of Invisible Boy by Doogie HornerInk Girls by Marieke NijkampBunny vs. Monkey by Jamie SmartSpirited: Day of the Living Liv by Liv LivingstonMiddle GradeThe Misfits by Lisa Yee and Dan SantatThe Curse of Eelgrass Bog by Mary AverlingBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Yo...2024-02-2624 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 30 - My Kid Needs a Book - Funny BooksOn this week's "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie responds to listener requests for funny books for kids.FEATURED TITLESFunny Picture Books to Read Aloud in StorytimeCHEZ BOB by Bob SheaLLAMA DESTROYS THE WORLD by Jonathan Stutzman, illustrated by Heather FoxFLUFFY MCWHISKERS, CUTENESS EXPLOSION by Stephen W. Martin, illustrated by Dan TavisARE YOU A CHEESEBURGER? by Monica ArnaldoKITTIES ON DINOSAURS by Michael SlackGREAT, NOW WE'VE GOT BARBARIANS by Jason Carter Eaton, illustrated by Mark FearingFunny Books About ButtsBUTTS ARE EVERYWHERE by Jonathan Stutzman, illustrated by Heather...2024-02-1925 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 29 - February Forecast - Kidlit releasing in February 2024In this Forecast episode, Chrissie shares the ten kidlit releases she is most looking forward to in Feburary 2024. She also shares a speed round of ten more next-in-series that the kids in her library can't wait to read.FEATURED TITLES:Picture BooksThe Door That Had Never Been Opened Before by Mrs. and Mr. MacLeod, out 2/6Lucky Duck by Greg Pizzoli, out 2/6The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn by Shawn Harris, out 2/6I Do Not Eat Children by Marcus Cutler, out 2/20Pretty Ugly by David Sedaris, out 2/27Middle GradeAcross So Many Seas by Ruth Be...2024-02-0526 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 28 - Reading Raves - Jan. '24In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares the standout books she read during January 2024.This episode features 10 titles: 7 graphic novels, and 3 middle grade.FEATURED TITLESGraphicsA First Time for Everything by Dan SantatPoppy and Sam and the Leaf Thief by CathonStories of the Islands by Clar AngkasaThe Untimely Passing of Nicholas Fart by Josh CruteK Is in Trouble by Gary ClementAlterations by Ray XuLunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen PhamMiddle GradeThe Liars Society by Alyson GerberSomething Like Home by Andrea Beatriz Arango15 Secrets t...2024-01-2920 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 27 - My Kid Needs a Book - More in '24In this "My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie responds to 5 listener requests for kidlit they want more of in 2024.Middle Grade Novels in Verse:Alone by Megan E. FreemanMoo by Sharon CreechA Work in Progress by Jarrett LernerThe Deepest Breath by Megan GrehanSomething Like Home by Andrea Beatriz ArangoNonfiction for an 8 Year Old who likes learning about topics:Packing for Mars for Kids by Mary RoachYummy: A History of Desserts by Victoria Grace ElliottMelissa LaSalle's 2023 list of browseable nonfictionReturn of the Wild by Dr. Helen ScalesTales of World War II by Dr. Ha...2024-01-2226 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 26 - Booklist - Dark / Weird / Funny Picture BooksIn today's booklist episode, Chrissie shares 8 favorite backlist picture books that can be described as dark, weird, and funny.FEATURED TITLES: DARK // WEIRD // FUNNYThe Barnabus Project by the Fan BrothersFortunately by Remy CharlipThe Great Zapfino by Mac Barnett and Marla FrazeeHow Dinosaurs Went Extinct by Ame Dyckman and Jennifer HarneyThe Incredible Book-Eating Boy by Oliver JeffersThe Pineapple Princess by Sabina HahnPokko and the Drum by Matthew ForsytheThe Rock from the Sky by Jon KlassenBONUS RECSIt's a Secret by John BurninghamDuckworth the Difficult Child by Michael SussmanThe Three Billy Goats Gruff and The W...2024-01-1519 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 25 - Deep Dive - More in 2024In this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares what she wants more of in kidlit in 2024.Resources mentioned on the show:ALA Newbery Terms & CriteriaMoonbow: A Conversation with Jon KlassenBooks mentioned on the show:The Skull by Jon KlassenMaurice by Jessixa BagleyDinosaurs Don't Exist by Mark JanssenWhat If One Day by Bruce HandyThe Rock from the Sky by Jon KlassenCarol and the Pickle-Toad by Esme ShapiroPineapple Princess by Sabina HahnTumble by Adriana Hernandez BergstromFungi Grow by Maria GianferrariBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow the...2024-01-0816 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 24 - Favorites - Kids Nonfiction & Grown-Up ReadsIt's here! It's time to share my favorite reads of 2023.In this episode, Chrissie shares her 10 favorite kids nonfiction books and 10 favorite grown-up reads of 2023.FEATURED BOOKS:Kids NonfictionANIMALS IN PANTS by Suzy Levinson, illustrated by Kevin and Kristen HowdeshellBUTT OR FACE? A HILARIOUS GUESSING GAME BOOK FOR KIDS by Kari LaVelleFUNGI GROW by Maria Gianferrari, illustrated by Diana SudykaGOOD BOOKS FOR BAD CHILDREN by Beth Kephart, illustrated by Chloe Bristol READY, SET, RUN!: THE AMAZING NEW YORK CITY MARATHON by Leslie Kimmelman, illustrated by Jessie HartlandSEARCH FOR A GIANT SQUID b...2023-12-1835 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 23 - 2023 Favorites - Middle Grade and Graphic NovelsIt's here! It's time to share my favorite reads of 2023.In this episode, Chrissie shares her 8 favorite middle grade books and 10 favorite graphic novels of the year.FEATURED BOOKS:Middle GradeTHE BOOK THAT NO ONE WANTED TO READ by Richard Ayoade and art by Tor FreemanFIREFLY SUMMER by Morgan MatsonFOREVER TWELVE by Stacy McAnultyTHE REMARKABLE RESCUE AT MILKWEED MEADOW by Elaine Dimopoulos and art by Doug SalatiREMEMBER US by Jacqueline WoodsonSIMON SORT OF SAYS by Erin BowTHE WIDELY UNKNOWN MYTH OF APPLE AND DOROTHY by Corey Ann HayduA WORK IN PROGRESS...2023-12-1135 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 22 - 2023 Favorites - Picture Books and Chapter BooksIt's here! It's time to share my favorite reads of 2023.In this episode, Chrissie shares her 10 favorite picture books and 4 favorite short chapter books of the year.FEATURED BOOKS:Picture Books100 MIGHTY DRAGONS ALL NAMED BROCCOLI by David LaRochelle and Lian ChoDIM SUM PALACE by X. FangDINOSAURS DON'T EXIST by Mark JanssenEVERGREEN by Matthew CordellHOW DOES SANTA GO DOWN THE CHIMNEY? by Mac Barnett and Jon KlassenINVISIBLE THINGS by Andy J. Pizza and Sophie MillerSTICKLER LOVES THE WORLD by Lane SmithTEN-WORD TINY TALES TO INSPIRE AND UNSETTLE by Joseph CoelhoTHE WELCOME HOME...2023-12-0431 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 21 - Reading Raves - November 2023Note: audio quality in this episode is mixed. Thank you for your understanding. Maybe Santa will bring Chrissie a new microphone…In this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her favorite kidlit that she read during the month of November.FEATURED BOOKSShort Chapter BookDORY FANTASMAGORY: CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT YOU by Abby HanlonMiddle GradeTHE ISLANDS OF ELSEWHERE by Heather FawcettGraphic NovelsTIG AND LILY: PARTY ANIMALS by Dan ThompsonBATCAT by Meggie RammSAVING H'NON: CHANG AND THE ELEPHANT by Jeet Zdung and Trang NguyenCURLFRIENDS: NEW IN TOWN by...2023-11-2716 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 20 - Giftable Nonfiction with Melissa LaSalleThis week on Book Delight we are welcoming guest Melissa LaSalle aka @thebookmommy to discuss giftable nonfiction.Today, Melissa is book-talking high-interest, new-release browseable nonfiction. Melissa is a book blogger at www.whattoreadtoyourkids.com, and kids book buyer at Old Town Books in Alexandria, VA.Every year, Melissa puts together a holiday gift guide of great books to give to kids. Today, she's sharing some favorites from her roundup of Browseable Nonfiction & Novelty Books for ages 2-15.FEATURED BOOKS:STOMP AND CHOMP: MY FIRST BOOK OF DINOSAURS by Simon MolePIZZA, PICLES & APPLE...2023-11-2026 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 19 - Booklist - 5 Kinds of NonfictionIn today's booklist episode, Chrissie shares recommendations for each of the 5 kinds of nonfiction as categorized by author Melissa Stewart:1 - Active2 - Browseable3 - Traditional4 - Expository5 - NarrativeFEATURED BOOKS:Active NonfictionTHE COMPLETE COOKBOOK FOR YOUNG CHEFS by America's Test Kitchen KidsTHE COMPLETE BAKING BOOK FOR YOUNG CHEFS by America's Test Kitchen KidsMY FIRST COOKBOOK by America's Test Kitchen KidsBrowseable NonfictionTHE REPLAY: 25 GREATEST MOMENTS IN SPORTS by Adam SkinnerWONDERFULLY WIRED BRAINS by Louise GoodingTraditional NonfictionLightning Bolt Books from Lerner BooksInternet Animal Stars Series...2023-11-1327 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 18 - Deep Dive - Why Nonfiction Matters for KidsIn this deep dive episode, Chrissie answers the question: why does reading nonfiction matter for kids?We explore 2 big reasons:# 1: Reading depends heavily on prior knowledge, and one of the best ways to build prior knowledge is by reading nonfiction.#2: Kids love it, and encouraging kids to read what they love makes them lifelong readers.Articles and resources referenced in this episode:Daniel Willingham's blog: "School time, knowledge, and reading comprehension""How Knowledge Helps" by Daniel WillinghamRaising Kids Who Read by Daniel WillinghamThe Reading Mind by Daniel Willingham"Background Knowledge...2023-11-0611 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 17 - Reading Raves - OctoberIn this Reading Raves episode, Chrissie shares her 10 favorite kidlit books she read during the month of October.FEATURED BOOKSShort Chapter BooksTHE APARTMENT HOUSE ON POPPY HILL by Nina LaCourPETS RULE!: MY KINGDOM OF DARKNESS by Susan TanTHE STORY OF GUMLUCK THE WIZARD by Adam RexTHE SKULL by Jon KlassenGraphic NovelsTHE MAGICIANS by BlexbolexTHE FIRST CAT IN SPACE AND THE SOUP OF DOOM by Mac Barnett and Shawn HarrisI AM A DINOSAUR by Jarod RoselloMiddle GradeTHE WIDELY UNKNOWN MYTH OF APPLE AND DOROTHY by...2023-10-3024 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 16 - My Kid Needs a Book - Short Chapter BooksIn this episode, Chrissie responds to listener requests for short chapter book recommendations.FEATURED BOOKSChapter Books to Read Aloud to a First Grade Class:OUR FRIEND HEDGEHOG by Lauren CastilloCORNBREAD AND POPPY by Matthew CordellFABLED STABLES by Jonathan AuxierTHE STORY OF GUMLUCK THE WIZARDHENRY LIKE ALWAYS by Jenn BaileySEARCH FOR A GIANT SQUID by Amy Seto ForresterGEEGER THE ROBOT GOES TO SCHOOL by Jarrett LernerFunny Short Chapter BooksPETS RULE! series by Susan TanRABBIT AND BEAR series by Julian GoughDORY FANTASMAGORY series by Abby HanlonLULU AND THE BRONTOSAURUS by Judith ViorstTHE...2023-10-2323 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 15 - Booklist - 9 Silly Spooky Books to Read AloudIn this booklist episode, Chrissie shares 9 silly spooky books to read aloud.FEATURED TITLESNew Release Not-Scary Picture Books for Spooky Season:SEE THE GHOST by David LaRochelle and Mike WinouhtkaSI. NO! by Rhode MontijoI WILL READ TO YOU by Gideon Sterer and Charles SantosoBacklist Spooky Season Picture BooksZOMBIES DON'T EAT VEGGIES by Megan Lacera and Jorge LaceraTHERE'S A GHOST IN THIS HOUSE by Oliver JeffersPOULTRYGEIST by Eric Geron and Pete OswaldSpooky Short Chapter BooksTHE SKULL by Jon KlassenEVIE AND THE TRUTH ABOUT WITCHES by John...2023-10-1618 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 14 - Booklist - Short Chapter BooksIn this booklist episode, Chrissie shares 13 chapter books that are especially fabulous as read alouds.FEATURED TITLESSweet & CozyOUR FRIEND HEDGEHOG: THE STORY OF US by Lauren CastilloCORNBREAD AND POPPY by Matthew CordellTHE APARTMENT HOUSE ON POPPY HILL by Nina LaCourSilly Animal StoriesRABBIT AND BEAR: RABBIT'S BAD HABITS by Julian GoughMEGABAT by Anna HumphreyFRANK AND THE BAD SURPRISE by Martha BrockenbroughMagical AdventuresFABLED STABLES: WILLA THE WISP by Jonathan AuxierTHE STORY OF GUMLUCK THE WIZARD by Adam RexFORTUNATELY, THE MILK by Neil GaimanBigtime Belly...2023-10-0923 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 13 - Deep Dive - Chapter BooksIn this bite-size Deep Dive episode, Chrissie answers the question: what is a chapter book?In this episode, she defines chapter books as books that are:highly illustrated one big story told across several chapters ranging in word count from 2,000 to 10,000 words 150 pages or fewerwritten with readers ages 4-9 in mindResources mentioned in this episode:Word Count Dracula blog post by Jennifer LaughranLiteraticast podcast with Jennifer LaughranAR Book Finder for looking up word count of published kidlitBooks mentioned in this episode:MERCY WATSON TO THE RESCUE by Kate DiCamilloTHE PRINCESS IN...2023-10-0211 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 12 - Reading Raves - SeptemberIn this episode, Chrissie shares her favorite reads from the month of September.Articles mentioned in the episode:"Let the Kids Get Weird" on LitHubThe Undies Case Cover Awards 2022 by Travis JonkerFEATURED BOOKSPicture BooksBITSY BAT, SCHOOL STAR by Kaz WindnessSTICKLER LOVES THE WORLD by Lane SmithMY DOG JUST SPEAKS SPANISH by Andrea CaceresDUCKWORTH THE DIFFICULT CHILD by Michael Sussman100 MIGHTY DRAGONS ALL NAMED BROCCOLI by David LaRochelleJUST ONE FLAKE by Travis JonkerGraphic NovelsTHINGS IN THE BASEMENT by Ben HatkeCROSS MY HEART AND NEVER LIE by Nora...2023-09-2523 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 11 - My Kid Needs a Book - AudiobooksIn this episode, Chrissie responds to 5 listener request for audiobook recommendations.Books discussed in the episode:Dragon Stories for a WINGS OF FIRE fan:THE LOST RYU by Emi Watanabe CohenWHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON by Grace LinWARRIORS series by Erin HunterFantasy Adventures for a HARRY POTTER fan:WINTERHOUSE trilogy by Ben GutersonEVA EVERGREEN, SEMI-MAGICAL WITCH by Julie AbeALLIANA, GIRL OF DRAGONS by Julie AbeTESSA MIYATA IS NO HERO by Julie AbeLOL stories for an early chapter book reader:LUNCH LADY series by Jarrett KrosoczkaSTUNTBOY, IN THE...2023-09-1822 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 10 - Deep Dive - Why Audiobooks Are AwesomeIn this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares 7 reasons why audiobooks are awesome, especially for kids!7 reasons why audiobooks are awesome:Audiobooks are inclusive.Audiobooks are the same for your brain as reading on the page.Audiobooks provide a model of fluency, expression, and prosody.Audiobooks build background knowledge.Audiobooks build vocabulary.Audiobooks are fun.All reading matters.Resources mentioned in this episode:Shifting the BalanceLearning Ally infographic - "Here's why audiobooks work"Daniel Willingham blog post - "Is listening to an audiobook cheating?"Daniel Willingham NYT article - "Is listening to a book the...2023-09-1117 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 09 - Booklist - Middle Grade Adventures on AudioThis month, we're exploring all things audiobooks.In this booklist episode, Chrissie shares recommendations of 6 middle grade adventure stories that are especially awesome on audio.Featured titles:MY READING ADVENTURES by Anne BogelTHE LAST BEEKEEPER by Pablo CartayaCOG by Greg Van EekhoutFENRIS AND MOTT by Greg Van EekhoutTHE ADVENTURES OF A GIRL CALLED BICYCLE by Christina UssA FEW BICYCLES MORE by Christina UssSKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF by A. F. SteadmanSKANDAR AND THE PHANTOM RIDER by A. F. SteadmanALONE by Megan E. FreemanTHE SILVER ARROW by Lev GrossmanCome back next week for...2023-09-0415 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 08 - Reading Raves - AugustIn this episode, Chrissie shares 9 books she read and loved in the month of August.Books discussed in the episode:Middle GradeWHEN SEA BECOMES SKY by Gillian McDunnREMEMBER US by Jacqueline Woodson (out 10/10)THE CLACKITY and THE NIGHTHOUSE KEEPER (out 10/17) by Lora SenfGraphic NovelsSAVING CHUPIE by Amparo OrtizEERIE TALES FROM THE SCHOOL OF SCREAMS by Graham AnnableMISFIT MANSION by Kay DavaultAudiobooksELF DOG AND OWL HEAD by M. T. AndersonMONSTER AND BOY series Hannah BarnabyCECE RIOS AND THE DESERT OF SOULS by Kaela RiveraBe...2023-08-2817 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 07 - My Kid Needs a Book - Graphic NovelsIn this episode, Chrissie responds to 5 listener request for graphic novel recommendations.Books discussed in the episode:Comics for a First GraderREGGIE: KID PENGUIN by Jen de OliveiraSIR LADYBUG series by Corey TaborTHE WOLF SUIT by Sid SharpComics for a Second Grade ClassMR. WOLF's CLASS by Aron Nels SteinkeGNOME AND RAT by Lauren StohlerDONUT FEED THE SQUIRRELS series by Mika SongGraphic Novels for a 9-year old ready for a challengeJUNIOR HIGH by Tegan and Sara Quin and Tillie WaldenMEASURING UP by Lily LaMotteTHE LEAK by...2023-08-2123 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 06 - Deep Dive - Why Graphic Novels Are GreatIn this deep dive episode, Chrissie shares her journey to falling in love with middle grade graphic novels and gives six reasons why graphics are great.Graphic novels build…Robust vocabulary.Empathy.Reading stamina.Comprehension.A sense of accomplishment.FUN!Resources mentioned in the show:Jarrett Lerner poster about vocabulary in graphic novels“Let Your Child Read Graphic Novels” by Nidhi Chanani in Parents"How does just ten minutes of free choice reading help readers?" by Pernille Rip on InstagramBe sure to subscribe to the show wherever...2023-08-1416 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 04 - Reading Raves - July 2023In this reading raves episode, Chrissie shares her 10 favorite kidlit books she read in July.Books and resources mentioned on the show:THE SKULL by Jon KlassenHALF MOON SUMMER by Elaine VickersTHE REMARKABLE RESCUE AT MILKWEED MEADOW by Elaine DimopolousFOREVER TWELVE by Stacy McAnultyLO AND BEHOLD by Wendy MassDOGMAN and CAT KID COMIC CLUB by Dav PilkeyDav Pilkey at the National Book Festival, 2019SPIDERMAN:ANIMALS ASSEMBLE by Mike MaihackONCE UPON A TIM series by Stuart GibbsCITY SPIES series by James PontiGREENWILD by Pari ThomsonBe sure to follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie...2023-07-3117 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 03 - My Kid Needs a Book - Summer Stack RestockIn this "Help! My kid needs a book!" episode, Chrissie responds to 3 listener requests: Funny early readers Gentle mysteriesTween summerween (middle grade horror)See below for all books mentioned in the episode.EARLY READERS:SEE THE CAT series by David LaRochelle (3 books)HI, JACK! series by Mac Barnett (8 books)Ready to Read Graphics from Simon KidsFIGGY AND BOONE by Janee TraslerNUGGET AND DOG by Jason TharpGERALDINE PU by Maggie ChangTHUNDER AND CLUCK by Jill EsbaumWORM AND CATERPILLAR ARE FRIENDS by Kaz WindnessI Can Read Comics from HarperKidsNARWHAL AND JELLY by Ben Clanton (7 books)TATER TA...2023-07-2424 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 02 - Deep Dive: Summer Reading ManifestoIn this deep dive episode, hear Chrissie's summer reading manifesto: the things she wishes all grown-ups knew about summer reading.CHRISSIE'S SUMMER READING MANIFESTO:All reading is good reading.Say yes to graphics.Audiobooks are awesome.Positive reading experiences are king.Go for volume.FEATURED RESOURCESPrintable poster about complex vocabulary in graphics from Jarrett LernerMore free printable graphics from Jarrett on his websiteNYT article about audiobooks and your brainDaniel Willingham's book Raising Kids Who ReadALA Odyssey Award for audiobooks for young peopleBe sure to follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow C...2023-07-1716 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 01 - Booklist: Middle Grade Top Ten of 2023 (so far)In this booklist episode, hear about Chrissie's ten favorite middle grade books of 2023 so far.FEATURED TITLESGraphic Novels:LITTLE MONARCHS by Jonathan CaseSAVING SORYA by Jeet Zdung and Trang NguyenSISTERS OF THE MIST by Marlyn SpaaijWIZKIT by Tanya J. ScottAudiobooks:EVERYTHING SAD IS UNTRUE by Daniel NayeriIVELIZ EXPLAINS IT ALL by Andrea Beatriz Arongo @andreabeatrizarongo on instagramOn the page:THE BOOK THAT NO ONE WANTED TO READ by Richard AyoadeFIREFLY SUMMER by Morgan MatsonSIMON SORT OF SAYS by Erin BowA WORK IN PROGRESS by Jarrett LernerBe...2023-07-1018 minBook Delight with Chrissie WrightEp 00 - Book Delight with Chrissie Wright - TrailerWelcome to the podcast where readers can be all kinds of ways, and books really are magic.In this trailer, meet your host: Chrissie. Chrissie is an elementary Teacher-Librarian in the Pacific Northwest. On this show, you can look forward to four kinds of regular epsiodes:BooklistsTopical deep dives"Help! My kid needs a book!" recommendation & advice episodesReading rave episodesBe sure to follow the show on Instagram @bookdelightpod, follow Chrissie on Instagram @librarychrissie, and subscribe to Chrissie's montly kidlit newsletter at librarychrissie.substack.com. 2023-07-0304 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright09. BONUS - Book Talk with Mariahadessa Ekere TallieIn this book talk bonus episode, Mariahadessa shares three recent kidlit releases she loves:MELENA'S JUBILEE written by Zetta Elliott and illustrated by Aaron BoydTHE OLD TRUCK by Jarrett Pumphrey and Jerome PumphreyMY FEET ARE LAUGHING by Lissette NormanCHIRRI AND CHIRRA written by Kayla Doi and illustrated by Yuki KanekoSACHIKO MEANS HAPPINESS written by Kimiko Sakai and illustrated by Tomie AraiYou can learn more about Mariahadessa's work on her website at https://www.ekeretallie.com/. You can connect with her on Instagram @sageekere_ and on Twitter @SageEkere.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing...2020-11-0513 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright09. Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie, author of LAYLA'S HAPPINESSIn this episode, author and poet Mariahadessa Ekere Talle tells us about:How she gets ideas and elaborates on her ideas.How she adds details to describe.How she revises.During the speed round at the end of the episode, Mariahadessa tells us about feelings she has while writing, her writing spot, and places she thinks about her writing.You can learn more about Mariahadessa's work on her website at https://www.ekeretallie.com/. You can connect with her on Instagram @sageekere_ and on Twitter @SageEkere.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing...2020-11-0222 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright08. FOR TEACHERS: 5 Ways To Use Author Visits Pod With Your ClassIn this episode, I share:Routines and charts to set up before using Author Visits Podcast with your students.5 ways to use the podcast with your class across 5 days:Day 1: IntroduceDay 2: Listen & NoticeDay 3: Try It OutDay 4: ConnectDay 5: Writers Are ReadersFollow the show on Instagram @authorvisitspod to see pictures of some of the charts mentioned in the show.Thank you for listening to the show. You can connect with host Chrissie Wright on Instagram @chrissiemwright and on Twitter @chrissiemwright, and follow the show on Instagram @authorvisitspod.2020-10-2215 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright07. FOR TEACHERS: Connecting the Pod to Common Core Standards and Your CurriculumIn this episode, I share:How the Author Visits Podcast can complement your core writing curriculum, andHow the Author Visits Podcast connects to and builds on Common Core writing standards.Thank you for listening to the show. You can connect with host Chrissie Wright on Instagram @chrissiemwright and on Twitter @chrissiemwright, and follow the show on Instagram @authorvisitspod.2020-10-1908 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright06. BONUS - Book Talk with Hallee AdelmanIn this episode book talk bonus episode, Hallee shares three recent kidlit releases she loves:DICTIONARY FOR A BETTER WORLD by Irene Latham and Charles Waters, illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini.NOT QUITE SNOW WHITE by Ashley Franklin and Ebony GlennHELLO, NEIGHBOR! by Matthew CordellHallee also shared several bonus picks:THE FAMILY BOOK by Todd ParrTHE OTHER SIDE by Jacqueline Woodson and EB LewisEACH KINDNESS by Jacqueline Woodson and EB LewisTHE DUNDERHEADS by Paul Fleischman and David RobertsOH NO! by Mac Barnett and Dan SantatPOTATO PANTS! by Laurie KellerYou can learn more about Hallee's...2020-10-0808 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright06. Hallee Adelman, author of WAY PAST WORRIEDIn this episode, author Hallee Adelman tells us about:How she gets ideas for her writing.How she keeps going when writing feels hard.Ways she learns from others.During the speed round at the end of the episode, Hallee tells us about feelings she has while writing, her writing spot, and places she thinks about her writing.You can learn more about Hallee's work on her website at halleeadelman.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @halleeadelman and on Twitter @HalleeAdelman.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Hallee's books through...2020-10-0518 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright05. BONUS - Book Talk with Christine DayIn this episode book talk bonus episode, Christine shares three recent kidlit releases she loves:WE DREAM OF SPACE by Erin Entrada KellyTHE MIGHTY HEART OF SUNNY ST. JAMES by Ashley Herring BlakeTHE TURNAWAY GIRLS by Hayley ChewinsTHE SISTERS OF STRAYGARDEN PLACE by Hayley ChewinsYou can learn more about Cori's work on her website at bychristineday.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @bychristineday and on Twitter @ByChristineDay.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Christine's books through bookshop.org:I CAN MAKE THIS PROMISE by Christine DayTHE SEA IN WINTER by...2020-10-0109 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright05. Christine Day, author of I CAN MAKE THIS PROMISEIn this episode, author Christine Day tells us about:How she gets ideas for her writing.How she keeps going when writing feels hard.Ways she learns from others.During the speed round at the end of the episode, Christine tells us about feelings she has while writing, her writing spot, and places she thinks about her writing.You can learn more about Cori's work on her website at bychristineday.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @bychristineday and on Twitter @ByChristineDay.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Christine's books through...2020-09-2826 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright04. BONUS - Book Talk with Cori DoerrfeldIn this episode book talk bonus episode, Cori shares three recent kidlit releases she loves:THE SHARED ROOM by Kao Kalia Yang and Xee ReiterDANBI LEADS THE SCHOOL PARADE by Anna KimARE YOU EATING CANDY WITHOUT ME? by Draga Jenny Malesevic and Charlotte BruijnYou can learn more about Cori's work on her website at coridoerrfeld.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @coridoerrfeld and on Twitter @CoriDoerrfeld.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Cori's books through bookshop.org:Link to all books written or illustrated by Cori on bookshop.orgTHE RABBIT...2020-09-2407 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright04. Cori Doerrfeld, author of THE RABBIT LISTENEDIn this episode, author/illustrator Cori Doerrfeld tells us about:How she gets ideas for her writing.How she keeps going when writing feels hard.Ways she learns from others.During the speed round at the end of the episode, Cori tells us about feelings she has while writing, her writing spot, and places she thinks about her writing.You can learn more about Cori's work on her website at coridoerrfeld.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @coridoerrfeld and on Twitter @CoriDoerrfeld.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Cori's books...2020-09-2120 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright03. BONUS - Book Talk with Faith PrayIn this Book Talk BONUS episode, Faith Pray returns to tell us about three books she loves and what makes them awesome.Here are the books Faith recommends in this episode:YOUR NAME IS A SONG by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, illustrated by Luisa UribeNIGHTLIGHTS by Lorena AlvarezEVERY LITTLE LETTER by Deborah Underwood, illustrated by Joy Hwang RuizYou can learn more about Faith's work on her website at faithpraybooks.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @faith.pray and on Twitter @faithpray7.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Faith's books through bookshop...2020-09-1706 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright03. Faith Pray, author of THE STARKEEPERIn this episode, author/illustrator Faith Pray tells us about:How she gets ideas for her writing.How she keeps going when writing feels hard.Ways she learns from others.During the speed round at the end of the episode, Faith tells us about feelings she has while writing, her writing spot, and places she thinks about her writing.You can learn more about Faith's work on her website at faithpraybooks.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @faith.pray and on Twitter @faithpray7.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Faith's...2020-09-1417 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright02. BONUS - Book Talk with Pat Zietlow MillerIn this Book Talk BONUS episode, Pat Zietlow Miller returns to tell us about three books she loves and what makes them awesome.Here are the books Pat recommends in this episode:LAYLA'S HAPPINESS by Mariahadessa Ekere TallieFEDERICO AND THE WOLF by Rebecca J. GomezTHE NEXT PRESIDENT by Kate MessnerYou can learn more about Pat's work (and see all of her books!) on her website at patzietlowmiller.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @patzmill and on Twitter @PatZMiller.You can support independent bookstores by purchasing Pat's books through bookshop.org...2020-09-1006 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright02. Pat Zietlow Miller, author of BE KINDIn this episode, author Pat Zietlow Miller tells us about:How she gets ideas for her writing.How she keeps going when writing feels hard.Ways she learns from others.During the speed round at the end of the episode, Pat tells us about feelings she has while writing, her writing spot, and places she thinks about her writing.You can learn more about Pat's work (and see all of her books!) on her website at patzietlowmiller.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @patzmill and on Twitter @PatZMiller.You can support...2020-09-0711 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright01. BONUS - Book Talk with Jamilah Thompkins-BigelowIn this Book Talk BONUS episode, Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow returns tell us three books she loves and what makes them awesome.Here are the books Jamilah recommends in the episode:SOAKED! by Abi CushmanMAGNIFICENT HOMESPUN BROWN by Samara Cole DoyonTIARA'S HAT PARADE by Kelly Starling LyonsA PLACE INSIDE OF ME by Zetta ElliottJamilah is the author of:MOMMY'S KHIMARYOUR NAME IS A SONGYou can learn more about Jamilah’s work on her website at jamilahthewriter.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @authorjamilah and on Twitter @jtbigelow.Thank yo...2020-09-0305 minBook Delight with Chrissie Wright01. Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, author of YOUR NAME IS A SONGIn this episode, author Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow talks to us about: How she gets ideas for her writing. How she keeps going when writing feels hard. Ways she learns from others to grow in her writing. During the speed round at the end of the episode, Jamilah tells us about feelings she has while writing, places she writes, and places she thinks about her writing. You can learn more about Jamilah’s work on her website at jamilahthewriter.com. You can connect with her on Instagram @authorjamilah and on Twitter @jtbigelow. You can support independ...2020-08-3116 min
Book Delight with Chrissie WrightIntroducing Author Visits with Chrissie Wright!Meet Chrissie Wright, host of this new kids writing podcast. Author Visits is the podcast where writing is for everyone, and writers can be all kinds of ways. Listen to find out the story behind the podcast, ways that teachers might use the podcast in class, and a sneak peek of what you can look forward to.2020-08-0704 min