Nightsong and Song of the River
If a river sang a song, what would it sound like? Today’s stories show us how to listen and learn from the world around us. Plus, musician Nabihah Iqbal shares her own river song. Submit your Wonderfu...
19 Aug 202022min
Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor and Mr. Crum’s Potato Predicament
What would it be like to befriend a Komodo dragon? Or invent a totally new food? Today’s books are inspired by true stories about extraordinary people. Plus, soul food scholar Adrian Miller on what ha...
12 Aug 202027min
On a Beam of Light: A Story of Albert Einstein
The story of a little boy who asked big questions - and grew up to be a world-famous scientist! Plus, an interview with astrophysicist Chung-Pei Ma, who spends her days searching for black holes in th...
5 Aug 202021min
Not Your Typical Dragon and Rooster Wore Skinny Jeans
A fashionable rooster? A dragon that breathes… anything but fire? Today’s stories are about two creatures that march to the beat of their own drum. Plus, an interview with Queer Eye’s Tan France about...
29 Juli 202028min
How to Build a Hug: Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine
The true story of a girl who built a hug from scratch. Plus, Julie and Emma talk with Dr. Temple Grandin herself! They discuss her hug machine and the unique ways autistic brains work. Submit your Won...
22 Juli 202018min
Thank You, Omu!
Omu’s thick, red stew is sure to be the best meal she’s ever had. The only trouble is, everyone in town seems to agree. Author and illustrator Oge Mora visits the library to read her book. Plus, she t...
15 Juli 202018min
Norman and the Nom Nom Factory
Before we get to today’s episode, we want to say to the families who are hurt and angry and scared right now: we’re with you. In this moment, we need to listen, learn and work to fight racism in our o...
3 Juni 202021min
The Very Fairy Princess and Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress
Today’s stories are about the things that make us unique, whether it’s a favorite dress or a special talent. Plus, author Christine Baldacchino tells us how an experience from her life inspired her bo...
27 Maj 202022min
