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前瞻．閱讀．聊小說葛琦霞×顧翠琴：《怪獸與貝瑟妮》/親子天下本集介紹作家傑克．梅吉特－菲利普斯（Jack Meggitt-Phillips）與插畫家伊莎貝爾．弗拉斯（Isabelle Follath）合作的作品《怪獸與貝瑟妮》。故事主角艾比尼瑟即將迎接屬於他的512歲生日，為了永保青春，他和怪獸締結契約超過五百年，怪獸提供逆齡藥水，而他會為怪獸帶來任何牠想要的東西，但這次怪獸要求的竟是一個小女孩。為了保持青春的外貌，艾比尼瑟來到一所孤兒院裡，帶回貝瑟妮，但發生了意想不到的遭遇。本集來賓顧翠琴老師與主持人一起找出本書的荒誕幽默和溫馨感人之處，以及吸引人的地方。
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臺北市立大學教育學系博士，臺灣悅讀學堂執行長，台灣前瞻閱讀發展協會第一屆理事長，臺北市立大學學習與媒材設計學系兼任助理教授。曾任國小老師十餘年，1999年獲師鐸獎表揚，以及臺北市特殊優良老師語文與社會科學類入選，2020年獲臺北市立大學傑出校友。編寫的教育專書包括《教室裡的小劇場》(天衛文化)、《作文引力—葛琦霞老師的新腦洞大開寫作課》(天衛文化)、《打開閱讀眼—少年小說的閱讀與討論》(天衛文化)等。
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基隆市信義區深美國民小學退休主任。臺北市立大學學習與媒材設計學系課程與教學碩士班研究生。1998年開始進行語文教學及學生自主學習的實驗教育。精進個人教學和帶領教師專業成長，多年前就公開課堂讓老師們觀課，以協同教學機制帶領老師一起實踐課堂教學。目前關注以學生學習為主的教學模式，以增進閱讀理解能力，培養喜歡閱讀的學生為目標。對提升學生學習動機，培養「做選擇」與「自主學習」的能力，很有經驗和心得。
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2025-11-1326 min
HarperCollins PublishersThe Final Feast, By Jack Meggitt-Phillips, Cover artwork by Isabelle Follath, Read by Barnaby EdwardsThe nation’s favourite blended beastly family is BACK for the fifth and FINAL book of the series from multiple award-winning author Jack Meggitt-Phillips
'Reads like a modern classic. Sharp, funny, original – I thought this was brilliant', Sam Copeland, bestselling author of Charlie Changes into a Chicken on The Beast and The Bethany
Ebenezer Tweezer has spent the best part of 512 years doing whatever he wanted, but that all changed when he met Bethany – a rude, snotty-nosed prankster. Ebenezer has come to care for this strange, slightly smelly little scowler more than he has cared about anyone or anything before.
It’s j...
2025-01-2704 min
Deerfield Theater PodcastDeerfield Podcasts Unite Again! Dylan Zavagno of the Deerfield Public Library Returns.In this episode of the Deerfield Theater Podcast, Dylan Zavagno from the Deerfield Public Library returns as a guest. Dylan, the adult services coordinator at the library since 2017, discusses his role in hosting the Deerfield Public Library podcast and running various programs, including the Queer-Poem-A-Day series and the classics book discussion. He shares recent highlights from his podcast, including interviews with local and renowned authors. Dylan also delves into Roald Dahl's works, discussing their impact and the author's complicated legacy, while recommending contemporary read-alikes for young readers.Dylan provides insight into the Friends of the Deerfield Public...
2024-09-1325 min
Embrace Repertoire of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessEin gefundenes Fressen - Biest & Bethany 2 (ungekürzt) - Jack Meggitt-PhillipsHören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos beihttps://epod.spaceTitel: Ein gefundenes Fressen - Biest & Bethany 2 (ungekürzt)Autor: Jack Meggitt-PhillipsErzähler: Mechthild GroßmannFormat: UnabridgedSpieldauer: 6:42:11Sprache: DeutschVeröffentlichungsdatum: 08-06-2024Herausgeber: ZebralutionKategorien: Kids, GeneralZusammenfassung:Wie wird man ein guter Mensch?
Das Biest scheint besiegt zu sein und Bethany und Ebenezer sind wahre Freunde geworden. Ende gut, alles gut - oder? Von wegen! Von nun an wollen die beiden 'gute Menschen' werden und alle Spuren des Biests...
2024-08-066h 42
Tune in Plenitude of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessEine schleimige Überraschung - Biest & Bethany 3 (ungekürzt) - Jack Meggitt-PhillipsHören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos beihttps://epod.spaceTitel: Eine schleimige Überraschung - Biest & Bethany 3 (ungekürzt)Autor: Jack Meggitt-PhillipsErzähler: Mechthild GroßmannFormat: UnabridgedSpieldauer: 6:21:42Sprache: DeutschVeröffentlichungsdatum: 08-06-2024Herausgeber: ZebralutionKategorien: Kids, GeneralZusammenfassung:Kann sich ein Biest wirklich ändern?
Nachdem sie das Biest mit vereinten Kräften verjagt haben, leben Bethany und Ebenezer ihr bestes bestienfreies Leben! In Miss Muddles Süßigkeitenladen stellt Bethany allerlei süße Kreationen her und Ebenezer betreibt nun einen Wohltätigkeit...
2024-08-066h 21
Fun Kids Book QuestThe Beast & the Bethany's Latest Instalment, a 19th Century Fantasyland & an Amazing Spook Anthology👻📖Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms! To kick things off Bex got chatting to Jack Meggitt-Phillips about The Beast & the Bethany: Child of the Beast in the latest instalment in his beastly series. Peter Bunzl is back too, talking about his new book Glassborn! Set in a 19th century fantasyland where he explains what magical adventures the Belle siblings get up to in it. Still want some spook in your life? Phil Hickes joins us to tell you about the amazing anthology book - Read, Scream, Repeat. Featuring 13 authors curated by Jennifer Killick.
2023-11-1520 min
Booklings ChatEpisode 82: Jack Meggitt-Phillips!Author Jack Meggitt-Phillips sits down with The Booklings to discuss his Beast and the Bethany series and more!
2023-11-0818 minFun Kids Book QuestBex gets SPOOOOKY with Carrie Hope Fletcher! 👻Welcome to the scariest, most spine-tingling episode of Book Worms this year! Carrie Hope Fletcher came by the Fun Kids studio to chat all about her new spooky book, The Double Trouble Society and the Worst Curse! We'll find out what Carrie loves about Halloween, what special monster abilities she wants to have, and some behind-the-scenes chat about this new story. This is Bex's Book of the Month - or perhaps more aptly, Spook of the Month? You've been telling us what books you're reading and who you'd love to see on the podcast, and today we f...
2023-10-1812 min
Enjoy Selection of Full Audiobooks in Fiction & Literature, GeneralCHILD OF THE BEAST - Jack Meggitt-PhillipsListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: CHILD OF THE BEASTAuthor: Jack Meggitt-PhillipsNarrator: Barnaby EdwardsFormat: UnabridgedLength: 4:41:00Language: EnglishRelease date: 09-28-2023Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers UKGenres: Kids, Health & Family, Fairy Tales & FolkloreSummary:The book that bites back is BACK! In the second beastly book from Jack Meggit-Phillips, the most distinctive new voice for readers of 8-12, revenge is a dish best served with a surprise …
For centuries, the beast has tormented the world. But no...
2023-09-284h 41
Get Lost In This Inspiring Full Audiobook — Perfect While Cooking.Child of the Beast by Jack Meggitt-Phillips, Isabelle FollathPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/111601to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Child of the Beast
Series: The Beast and the Bethany, Book 4
Author: Jack Meggitt-Phillips, Isabelle Follath
Narrator: Barnaby Edwards
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins
Release date: 09-28-23
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Family Life
Publisher's Summary:
Ebenezer and Bethany are attempting to help the beast vomit some good into the world–even though they really haven’t come anywhere close to managing the business of do-gooding themselves. But Bethany is distracted by her date-not-a-date with Geoffrey, while Ebenezer is worried by a file which reveals a trut...
2023-09-284h 40
The Failing Writers PodcastS3 Ep9: Jack Meggitt-PhillipsThis time out we talk to middle-grade kids' author Jack Meggitt-Phillips. We chat about his big break, about badgers and sexy fizzy drinks bottles. You know, all the usual stuff. We also check out another WIP from a listener and... and... erm... well, that's about it really. Jack's details: https://twitter.com/meggittphillips?lang=enSome of Jack's books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beast-Bethany-Collection-Meggitt-Phillips-Revenge/dp/9124154911/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=jack+meggitt&qid=1687556188&sr=8-4Jack's top 5 middle-grade funny books...https://www.amazon.co.uk/Amphigorey-Fifteen-Books-Edward-Gorey/dp/0399504338/ref=sr_1_2?crid=26AXKS1XWG5UM&k...
2023-06-261h 23
The History of Advertising PodcastThe Future of AdvertisingOn the series finale of The History of Advertising Podcast, we ask each of our contributors to talk about what will be, and what should be in the future of adland. Featuring contributions from Rosie Arnold, Trevor Robinson OBE, Richard Brim, Lord Christopher Smith and Guy Parker.
2023-05-0211 minThe History of Advertising PodcastEmbrace the SillyIf in doubt, always add children or rapping farmers to your ads. On this episode, we look back at two sensationally silly and devastatingly effective campaigns from Yeo Valley and Haribo - featuring contributions from Rosie Arnold and Trevor Robinson OBE.
2023-03-2811 minThe History of Advertising PodcastCreate Not HateOn this episode of the History of Advertising Podcast, we're looking at Create Not Hate - an organisation founded to increase diversity in advertising, which redoubled its efforts following the killing of George Floyd. Featuring contributions from Trevor Robinson OBE.
2023-02-2709 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Tango SlapSome ads promise you products that will make you skip down the street and sing with the birds. Others promise nothing but a slap in the face. On this episode, we look at anti-advertising ads - 'Sorry I Spent it on Myself' and 'You Know When You've Been Tango'd'. Featuring contributions from Richard Brim and Trevor Robinson OBE.
2023-01-2311 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Most John Lewis Time of YearOn this episode, we’re tackling the big one – the John Lewis Christmas ads. For many people, the unveiling of the John Lewis ad now heralds the beginning of Christmas, and on this episode we’re taking a closer look at what it takes to produce them. Featuring contributions from Richard Brim and Rosie Arnold.
2022-11-1411 min
Deichman foreldreLesekoden: Har dere noe som likner på Gutta i trehuset?Hva kan leses når alle 156 etasjene i trehuset er pløyd gjennom? Her er det faktisk skikkelig mye å velge mellom! Eline og Sigrid har funnet fram bøker som vi tror er innertiere for de som liker Andy og Terry sitt liv. Bøkene vi snakker om: Gutta i trehuset: Andy Griffiths og Terry Denton (ill.)Kokotopia: Simon Stranger og Helena Lindholm (ill.)Charlie blir en kyllind: Sam Copeland og Sarah Horn (ill.)Marvin Mellom og fred på jord: Bobbie PeersTurbo-Tim: Lincoln Peirce Miles...
2022-11-0123 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Advertising GatekeepersMisleading, deceitful, and just plain offensive ads - who's responsible for making sure that we see as few of these as possible? On this episode, we are taking a closer look at the ASA - the Advertising Standards Authority. Featuring contributions from Guy Parker and Lord Christopher Smith.
2022-10-1712 min
Indulge In Into A Eye-Opening Full Audiobook At Home.Battle of the Beast by Jack Meggitt-PhillipsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/260073to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Battle of the Beast
Series: The Beast and the Bethany, Book 3
Author: Jack Meggitt-Phillips
Narrator: Barnaby Edwards
Format: mp3
Length: 5 hrs and 12 mins
Release date: 10-13-22
Ratings: 5.0 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Scary Stories
Publisher's Summary:
After controlling Ebenezer Tweezer for 511 years and trying to eat Bethany twice, the beast is safely locked up…for about five minutes. Soon the world’s most despicable creature is out of its cage and back in Ebenezer’s attic. But there’s something different about the beast now—it’s calling everyone its...
2022-10-135h 12The History of Advertising PodcastThe Problem with Sexy StockingsRecently, the ASA introduced a ban on gender stereotypes in ads. On this episode, we look at why this had to be introduced, and how it’s affected the creative landscape. Featuring contributions from Guy Parker and Rosie Arnold.
2022-09-2610 minThe History of Advertising PodcastHow Nice, You Noticed My BreastsMaltesers and the menopause, deodorant and detailing what happens after one-night stands. On this episode, we are looking at pioneering ads which have changed the conversation around gender and stereotypes. Featuring contributions from Rosie Arnold.
2022-09-2610 min
BiblioSalouRàdioNovetats 10/22 “Bethany i la bèstia” de Jack Meggitt-Phillips.Ressenya descriptiva de la novel·la infantil “Bethany i la bèstia” de Jack Meggitt-Phillips. Què en diuen a les xarxes? T’ho posem en safata i en un clic.
2022-09-2406 min
Discover Your Favorite Audiobooks on Any DeviceEnjoy Cyclops on a Mission (Monster Doughnuts 2) from Gianna PolleroPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/537965 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Cyclops on a Mission (Monster Doughnuts 2)
Series: #2 of Monster Doughnuts
Author: Gianna Pollero
Narrator: Rosie Jones
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 35 minutes
Release date: January 20, 2022
Genres: Humor
Publisher's Summary: 'Delicious, dastardly and diabolically delightful' JACK MEGGITT-PHILLIPS, author of THE BEAST AND THE BETHANY Monsters + (secretly highly dangerous) doughnuts = all the ingredients for an explosively funny read! Tenth-generation monster-hunter Grace has a unique way of bumping off monsters. She and her sister run a bakery, Cake Hunters, where they make fabulous c...
2022-01-203h 35
Deichman foreldreLesekoden: Hva er deres beste julegavetips?Harde gaver er best, og lite slår det å treffe leseglad med den perfekte boka i julegave! Er du usikker på hva du skal gi til din fantasyelskende datter eller din historieinteresserte nevø? Ingrid, Pernille og Sigrid gir sine beste 2021-boktips til hele ungeflokken!Bøkene vi snakker om:Max Estes: Et kattelivJakob Martin Strid: Flyveboka - reisen til monsterøyaEmma Jansson: Oppdag naturen-serienHaddy Njie: 101 ting å lage sammen med barnAnna Fiske: Hvordan er det å være voksen?Bjørn Ousland: Det mørke...
2021-11-2232 min
Open A F***ing BookWeekday Cliff Notes: My BagOn this episode Stephanie and Kevin cover: friends buying books, Amazon and e-libraries, marking in books, our 4 books of the week, why's it so hard to get weed, and more!A Publisher’s Weekly articleby Andrew AlbaneseDear Wifeby Kimberly BelleThree Days Missingby Kimberly BelleBig Girl, Small Townby Michelle GallenInferno : The True Story of a B-17 Gunner's Heroism and th...
2021-06-1834 minThe History of Advertising PodcastWhat makes a great ad?Who knows? Well, hopefully, Sir Frank Lowe, Jeremy Bullmore, Dave Trott, Rory Sutherland, and Hugh Hudson have some idea.
2021-03-1511 min
The Currently Reading PodcastSeason 3, Episode 30: So Many Good Books + What We Do About Book RatingsOn this week's episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: a virtual book award event and an in-person meet-up Current Reads: mysteries and middle grade are what we're bringing today! Deep Dive: what do star ratings mean to us on our own reading logs as well as on the internet Book Presses: cozy sweetness and middle grade for March As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you'd like to listen first...
2021-03-0850 minThe History of Advertising PodcastUS vs UKThe Brits might not like to admit it, but the golden age of UK advertising owes a great debt to American influences. Featuring contributions from Sir Alan Parker, Judie Lannon and Dave Trott, we unpack the differences and similarities between the UK and US advertisers.
2021-02-1511 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Rise of the InternetOn this industry insight episode of the History of Advertising Podcast, we are looking at the rise of the internet, and how it’s affected adland. With contributions from Rory Sutherland, Judie Lannon, Martin Boase, Dave Trott, and Brian Palmer.
2021-01-1812 minThe History of Advertising PodcastManaging CreativityAdland's most valuable assets go out of the building at the end of every working day. In this episode, we hear how Dave Trott.and Sir Frank Lowe managed their creative teams, and the lessons agency leaders can take from their differing approaches.
2020-12-2211 minThe History of Advertising PodcastDo you need to do your research?Does research help, or hinder creativity? Sir Frank Lowe recalls the successful Heineken campaign that would have never been made, if they had listened to the research. Meanwhile, Judie Lannon and Jeremy Bullmore explore how research can inspire great ads - but only if the right models are used.
2020-11-1610 minThe History of Advertising PodcastDirecting the Golden Age“A director must be a policeman, a midwife, a psychoanalyst, a sycophant and a bastard.” On this episode of the history of advertising podcast, we are taking a closer look at the policemen, midwives, psychoanalysts and sycophantic bastards – as we look at the role that the director plays in bringing TV ads together. Contributions from Sir Alan Parker, Hugh Hudson, Brian Palmer, and Jeremy Bullmore.
2020-09-2811 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Rise of Commercial TVStarting with the first TV ad ever broadcast in the UK, we continue our look at the rise of commercial TV in the UK. We see how the medium evolved from its uninspiring beginnings, when directors and writers started focusing on producing ads that were just as good as the TV shows themselves. Contributions from Sir Alan Parker, Brian Palmer, and Jeremy Bullmore.
2020-08-1612 minThe History of Advertising PodcastToo vulgar for the BritishOn this episode of the History of Advertising Podcast we look at how commercial TV came into being as a medium, the effect that it had on the world of advertising, and why it was initially seen as being too vulgar for the British. Contributions from Brian Palmer, Jeremy Bullmore, and Rory Sutherland.
2020-07-2010 minThe History of Advertising PodcastFlogging an unfashionable horseOn this episode of the history of advertising podcast, we look at a range of distinctly unfashionable products, and how creatives have gone about advertising them. We’ll be looking at everything from tobacco to the powdered mashed potato – as we uncover what it takes to successfully flog an unfashionable horse. Contributions from Jeremy Bullmore, Jeremy Sinclair, Martin Boase and Dave Trott
2020-06-1511 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Kipling ConspiracyMr Kipling never existed, neither did Ted Baker or Aunt Bessie. In this episode, featuring contributions from Judie Lannon, Rory Sutherland, and Jeremy Bullmore, we explore the difference between brand and product - as well as what exactly goes into creating a brand's personality.
2020-05-1810 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Turd that Changed the WorldWhat do Bob Hoskins, Ken Livingstone, and an oversized turd have in common? On this episode we hear from adland legend Dave Trott, as he recalls his campaign to cancel the third world debt.
2019-05-2111 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Illegal Campaign"It's naughty, it's troublesome, it's illegal - all the reasons we're supposed to be creative." Hear about Dave Trott's illegal campaign to get UK banks to cancel the third world debt, and how Jeremy Sinclair used an image of a pregnant man to promote safe sex.
2019-05-1409 minThe History of Advertising PodcastA Visual Feast for the EarsChariots of Fire director Hugh Hudson recounts some of the most visually stunning campaigns he developed, and Sir Frank Lowe recalls what it was like filming an ad for Fiat in Italy during 'The Years of Bullets.'
2019-05-0712 minThe History of Advertising PodcastMorecambe, Wise, and Benny HillBring me sunshine, bring me love, and bring me comedians to star in my ad. In this episode, the History of Advertising Podcast speaks with Dave Trott, Sir Frank Lowe and Sir Alan Parker about the value that comedians can bring to a campaign.
2019-04-3010 minThe History of Advertising PodcastCelebs vs MugglesDo celebrities really add all that much to an ad? After all, many of the most definitive campaigns have featured people who were barely better known than a dead hermit.In this episode, the History of Advertising Podcast tries to get to the bottom of the issue by looking at campaigns from Birds Eye (one of the first to use ‘real’, regional actors) and Holsten Pills (featuring Griff Rhys Jones and the revived digital corpse of John Wayne).
2019-04-2311 minThe History of Advertising PodcastPolitics (part 2)What happened to political advertising following the fall of Thatcher? And which anti-Blair ad was banned by the censors following complaints from the Bishop of Oxford? The History of Advertising Podcast looks at pivotal political campaigns from the end of the twentieth century.
2019-04-1609 minThe History of Advertising PodcastPolitics (part 1)What role did the Labour isn't Working campaign play in Margaret Thatcher's rise to power? And how did Chariots of Fire director Hugh Hudson come to work on Neil Kinnock's campaign film? The History of Advertising Podcasts looks at the role advertising has played in politics.
2019-04-0910 minThe History of Advertising PodcastSex, drugs, and advertising restrictionsThis Christmas, Iceland’s Christmas ad never made into our screens. The budget retailer’s decision to partner with Greenpeace to present an ad condemning the destruction of rainforest habitat was banned by censors for being too political. However, thanks to its banned status, it became one of the most viewed adverts on social media over the festive season. Censors have been accused of curtailing creativity ever since they came into existence. In this episode the History of Advertising Podcast looks at two very different campaigns, one from Cosmpolitan and another from Benson and Hedges, who creatively navig...
2019-04-0210 minThe History of Advertising PodcastThe Killer LineWhat does it take to write a killer line? It’s a question which makes half the population of adland tear their hair out. In this episode, the History of Advertising Podcast looks at one of the most enduring slogans of all time: 'Every Little Helps'.
2019-03-2610 minThe History of Advertising PodcastSpoofed!It’s a truth universally acknowledged that any ad which enters the public consciousness will soon be in wont of spoofing. A successful spoof, however, requires some delicate tightrope walking. In this episode, the History of Advertising Podcast looks at how the Cinzano ad successfully parodied Martini and why After Eight decided against releasing an ad which parodied its own previous campaigns.
2019-03-1911 minThe History of Advertising PodcastHistory of Advertising Podcast - TrailerThe golden age of British advertising was more than just Mad Men and liquid lunches. Every week, the History of Advertising podcast reveals the stories behind the nation’s most celebrated adverts.
2019-03-0300 minThe History of Advertising PodcastTaking down the competition (part 2)How do you turn the tide when you're getting drowned by your competitors? In this episode, the History of Advertising Podcast speaks with Dave Trott to learn how Toshiba set itself apart from other Japanese electronics companies, and how London Docklands moved away from being known as a 'barren wasteland of mud'.
2019-02-1210 minThe History of Advertising PodcastTaking down the competition (part 1)How do you compete against a competitor who is selling an almost identical product? In this episode, the History of Advertising Podcast speaks to Judie Lannon to find out how Persil first dealt with the thorny issue of Ariel.
2019-02-1210 min