Reading With Your Kids is all about encouraging parents to read with their kids, and cook with their kids, and do activities with their kids, and experience tv, movies and music together. In other words, our podcast is all about helping parents build stronger relationships with their kids.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 56:55
In this episode, we're celebrating two very special books that help families and kids explore big ideas—through story, science, and faith. First, Jennifer Swanson returns to talk…
Sep 27, 2026 · 57:40
In this uplifting episode of Reading with Your Kids, we're celebrating kids' energy, voices, and rights through two powerful picture books and conversations with their inspiring…
Sep 25, 2026 · 58:39
In this episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, we're celebrating two very different – but beautifully connected – books that can spark powerful family conversations.…
Sep 24, 2026 · 57:16
In this inspiring episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes two wonderful guests whose picture books open the door to big, heartfelt family conversations.…
Sep 22, 2026 · 56:27
This episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast is a joyful celebration of music, memory, and intergenerational connection, featuring two fantastic creators: Shadra Strickland…
Sep 20, 2026 · 55:31
In this lively episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed celebrates two fantastic picture books that blend heart, humor, and big feelings. First up we celebrate "Owl Capone" with…
Sep 18, 2026 · 56:15
In this episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes back award-winning author and teacher Adriana Cuevas to celebrate her spooky new middle grade novel, Mischief…
Sep 17, 2026 · 55:17
In this episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes the wildly inventive Gareth P. Jones , author of the Solve Your Own Mystery series. Gareth shares how he…
Sep 15, 2026 · 56:26
In this uplifting episode of Reading with Your Kids, Jed welcomes author and literacy advocate Gina Casazza, whose journey from struggling student to children's book creator will…
Sep 13, 2026 · 55:16
In this warm and wide–ranging episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back two guest authors whose books celebrate culture, compassion, and kids with big feelings. First,…
Sep 11, 2026 · 55:34
Join Jed Doherty for a heartfelt, high-energy episode featuring two creators who are all about getting kids excited to read. First, Jed chats with Laura De La Cruz, author of the…
Sep 10, 2026 · 57:25
On this episode of Reading With Your Kids, we're celebrating two wonderful graphic novels—starting with a deep dive into Shannon Hale's new middle grade graphic novel Dream Big .…
Sep 8, 2026 · 55:25
In this heartfelt episode, Jed welcomes back filmmaker and author David Soren to celebrate Visible: The Sort of True Story of a Not So Hidden Disease, the powerful follow-up to…
Sep 6, 2026 · 55:56
In this heartfelt episode of the Reading With Your Kids podcast, Jed welcomes Daria , musician, teaching artist, and author of the joyful new picture book Cicada Sing Along .…
Sep 4, 2026 · 57:53
In this episode of the Reading With Your Kids podcast, Jed welcomes two inspiring picture book creators who are helping families nurture curiosity, confidence, and connection.…
Sep 3, 2026 · 55:53
In this lively episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes two wonderful guests whose picture books help kids feel seen, brave, and deeply connected to the world…
Sep 1, 2026 · 55:41
In this fun, fast-moving episode of Reading With Your Kids, we're heading to Eternia—by way of your family's favorite reading chair. Jed welcomes syndicated cartoonists Stephan…
Aug 30, 2026 · 57:08
On this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two sets of guests whose books highlight just how powerful stories can be—for thrills, for connection, and for healing.…
Aug 28, 2026 · 58:07
In this powerful episode, Jed Doherty welcomes Jackie Baker , author of Messy Mourning: Hope for Mothers Grieving the Loss of a Child to Suicide . Jackie shares the heartbreaking…
Aug 27, 2026 · 57:43
In this joyful episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes librarian and debut middle grade author Haley Neil to celebrate her spooky-silly new book, Greta Grimsdark and the…
Aug 25, 2026 · 57:49
In this inspiring episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes Renee Nault from Vancouver Island to celebrate her YA romance graphic novel Salvage . Set in a…
Aug 23, 2026 · 57:49
Join host Jed Doherty for a joyful, imagination-filled episode featuring two wonderful picture book creators: Keith Negley, author-illustrator of "The Beginner's Guide to Being a…
Aug 21, 2026 · 59:36
In this heartwarming episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes author Sara Amini and illustrator Juana Medina to celebrate their beautiful new picture book,…
Aug 20, 2026 · 55:36
In this inspiring episode, Jed welcomes Julie Abe , author of the cozy middle grade fantasy The Magic Library of Waterfall Way . Julie shares her 15-year journey to publication,…
Aug 18, 2026 · 55:24
In this inspiring two-part episode, we celebrate how stories, service, and family reading can shape kids' character and courage. First, Jed welcomes Mark Fava , former naval…
Aug 16, 2026 · 58:14
In this warm and wide–ranging episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back three beloved guests with brand–new picture books that celebrate courage, representation, and…
Aug 14, 2026 · 56:36
In this episode, Jed welcomes back author and educator Kelly Tooman to celebrate her new picture book, "The Birthday Triplets and the Pony Race Adventure." Kelly, who spent many…
Aug 13, 2026 · 55:23
In this episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, we're celebrating two powerful picture books that spark big conversations in families. First, Jed chats with Dr. Linda…
Aug 11, 2026 · 55:54
In this inspiring episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast, Jed welcomes two incredible creators whose stories celebrate history, heart, and big dreams. First, Jed chats…
Aug 9, 2026 · 58:25
This episode of the Reading With Your Kids Podcast is a joyful celebration of creativity, family reading, and the power of stories to travel across generations. First, Jed…
Aug 7, 2026 · 58:10
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes Janie Nitze, co-author of the picture book Heroes of 1776, to shine a light on the real human courage behind the…
Aug 6, 2026 · 58:53
In this warm and wide-ranging episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two guests who are using stories to nurture both imagination and emotional resilience. First, Julie…
Aug 4, 2026 · 57:21
In this inspiring episode, Jed welcomes two wonderful guests whose work helps kids feel seen, valued, and excited about reading. First, Jed talks with Melissa White Boyer ,…
Aug 2, 2026 · 55:46
In this uplifting episode, Jed welcomes back Kathy McMillan , ASL interpreter, children's librarian, and creator of the new picture book series "Sign the Seasons." Kathy shares…
Jul 31, 2026 · 56:54
Join host Jed Doherty for a heartwarming, dog-filled episode of the Reading With Your Kids podcast, featuring two picture books that celebrate courage, love, and healing. In the…
Jul 30, 2026 · 55:59
In this episode, Jed welcomes Tyler Moore , better known as Tidy Dad , to talk about his book "Tidy Up Your Life." Tyler shares how a season of overwhelm—upsizing his family and…
Jul 28, 2026 · 56:31
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two very different – but beautifully complementary – guests whose books open the door to big family conversations. First,…
Jul 26, 2026 · 55:33
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two wonderful picture book creators who are helping families talk about big feelings, different brains, and…
Jul 24, 2026 · 57:35
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes Ana Karina de Silva , a neurodivergent author, comedian, and educator, to celebrate her new picture book Pedro's Dream .…
Jul 23, 2026 · 56:10
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes back author Michael J. Rosen to celebrate How to Dive to the Deepest Place on Earth , his picture book…
Jul 21, 2026 · 57:51
In this warm and wide-ranging episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two powerhouse creators whose books are perfect for sparking big feelings, big questions, and big…
Jul 19, 2026 · 58:32
In this fun and wide-ranging episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two sets of guests who are all about helping kids see the world—and themselves—differently. First,…
Jul 17, 2026 · 57:51
In this heartwarming episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes back Dr. Dale Atkins to celebrate her new picture book, Dear Deer , a nature-centered story inspired by a…
Jul 16, 2026 · 55:23
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids , we blast off from a tiny Minnesota town all the way to the International Space Station—and then settle into the balcony of a…
Jul 14, 2026 · 56:09
In this powerful episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes Dr. Christopher Choukalas, author of Even the Darkest Night: A Memoir of Paternal Postnatal Depression. Dr. Chris…
Jul 12, 2026 · 56:26
On this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two fantastic creators who help families see the world—and their walks around the block—a little differently. First, Jed…
Jul 10, 2026 · 56:06
In this heartwarming episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two middle grade authors whose stories are perfect for sparking big family conversations. First,…
Jul 9, 2026 · 56:11
In this heartwarming episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes back second-grade teacher and picture book author Andrew Hackett to celebrate his new book, In This…
Jul 7, 2026 · 58:03
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes three fantastic guests who each showcase a different way stories can shape our lives. First, Bruce Littlefield joins from…
Jul 5, 2026 · 56:01
In this powerful episode, Jed welcomes Andreas Schleicher , Director for Education and Skills at the OECD , to explore what truly helps kids thrive. Andreas shares global…
Jul 3, 2026 · 56:01
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two creators whose work celebrates courage, creativity, and the many ways kids can be themselves. First, Jed chats with…
Jul 2, 2026 · 55:21
In this heartfelt episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed Doherty welcomes Heidi E. Y. Stemple, author of Lydia Loves Bugs, and later Jezebel Rivera, author of Mommy, Where's My…
Jun 30, 2026 · 58:02
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes Academy Award–winning director, animator, and author Alan Barillaro to celebrate his new picture book, Today We Will Be…
Jun 28, 2026 · 55:26
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, we're celebrating humor, heart, and the power of picture books to bring families together. Most of our time is spent with Ann Koffsky,…
Jun 26, 2026 · 58:10
In this joyful, wisdom-packed episode of Reading With Your Kids , we're shining a light on two amazing creators who are helping kids (and their grownups) find calm, connection,…
Jun 25, 2026 · 59:37
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes Mindy Walker, executive editor of The Week Junior, to spotlight their Summer of Reading initiative and the new "50 Books…
Jun 23, 2026 · 55:27
In this heartwarming episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back Pam Allyn, creator of World Read Aloud Day and co-author of Every Child a Super Reader, to celebrate the…
Jun 21, 2026 · 56:47
In this warm and engaging episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed sits down with two returning guests whose very different books both invite powerful family conversations. First…
Jun 19, 2026 · 56:50
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids, we celebrate creativity from two powerful angles: art education and graphic novels. First, Jed chats with Matt Ross , founder…
Jun 18, 2026 · 56:15
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids, we begin with a short tribute to Jane Yolen, beloved former guest and legendary author of more than 400 children's books,…
Jun 16, 2026 · 55:32
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed Doherty welcomes back Jen De Oliveira to celebrate her early reader graphic novel, Pip and Pals Otter Space. Jen shares how Pip, a…
Jun 14, 2026 · 56:37
In this powerful episode of Reading With Your Kids , we're shining a gentle, hopeful light on some of the hardest moments families face—grief, loss, anxiety, and big feelings—and…
Jun 12, 2026 · 55:23
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two fantastic creators who show how books can tackle big feelings and big facts—all while keeping kids engaged. First,…
Jun 11, 2026 · 58:48
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes Dan Saks from New York City to celebrate his joyful new picture book, On Our Bikes . Dan shares how the story began as an…
Jun 9, 2026 · 57:08
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back one of preschool media's most influential creators, Angela Santomero, to celebrate her new series, "Princess…
Jun 7, 2026 · 55:29
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two wonderful guests who are using stories and technology to help kids thrive: Carrol Titus and Inbal Alon .…
Jun 5, 2026 · 55:22
In this heartfelt episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two very special guests whose books invite families into powerful conversations about love, loss, culture, and…
Jun 4, 2026 · 55:46
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back Tim Wright from Arizona to celebrate book five in The Adventures of Toby Baxter series, Revenge of the River Home,…
Jun 2, 2026 · 56:55
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes Chris Navalta, author of Inspiring Stories of Soccer Greats, a powerful middle grade book timed perfectly for the World…
May 31, 2026 · 57:02
In this powerful episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes Doug Noll , lawyer-turned-peacemaker and author of Deescalate: How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less…
May 29, 2026 · 56:58
In this inspiring episode of Reading with Your Kids , Jed welcomes Michael J. Wish , author of the middle-grade nonfiction book "Quantum Physics for Kids." Mike shares how a…
May 28, 2026 · 56:56
In this powerful two-part episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two amazing guests whose books open doors to big conversations and joyful family reading. First, Jed…
May 26, 2026 · 56:41
In this lively episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes author-illustrator Maddie Frost to celebrate her new illustrated middle grade novel, Really Rubie, along with her…
May 24, 2026 · 59:28
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes Jimmy Vee, author, magician, ventriloquist, marketer, and proud "weirdo," to celebrate his new series beginning with There…
May 22, 2026 · 56:37
In this episode, Jed welcomes two wonderful guests who are using story to build kids' hearts and minds. First, Allie Slocom joins us from Colorado to celebrate her middle grade…
May 21, 2026 · 55:46
In this uplifting episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes two very different – but equally inspiring – guests who are helping kids fall in love with reading in their own…
May 19, 2026 · 56:56
In this uplifting episode, Jed welcomes New York Times bestselling author Sharon McMahon to celebrate her new picture book, We Are Mighty. Sharon shares how her lifelong love of…
May 17, 2026 · 56:24
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes beloved author-illustrator Ryan T. Higgins, joining from his home state of Maine to celebrate his new picture book, Good…
May 15, 2026 · 57:41
In this episode, "Robots, Werewolves, and Wonder: Picture Books that Celebrate Imagination and Culture," Jed welcomes two sets of brilliant guests who show just how magical—and…
May 14, 2026 · 55:10
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two picture book creators who celebrate children's creativity, curiosity, and the beauty of our differences. First, Jed…
May 12, 2026 · 55:14
In this thought-provoking episode, Jed welcomes Priten Soundar Shah, author of Ethical Ed Tech, to explore how schools can make wiser choices about technology in the classroom.…
May 10, 2026 · 55:53
In this powerful episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes two picture book creators whose work helps families navigate some of life's hardest—and most beautiful—truths.…
May 8, 2026 · 56:02
In this inspiring episode of Reading With Your Kids , host Jed Doherty welcomes debut picture book author and Wall Street executive Ashley Lam , here to celebrate her new…
May 7, 2026 · 56:14
In this powerful episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back Shannon Stocker , author of the new YA novel The Roach King of Raleigh , a Junior Library Guild Gold…
May 5, 2026 · 56:17
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes legendary author, producer, and SCBWI co‑founder Lin Oliver to celebrate her new middle grade novel, The After School…
May 3, 2026 · 55:36
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Reading With Your Kids , we welcome Chrystal D. Giles to talk about her new middle grade novel, "Listen to the Girls." Chrystal…
May 1, 2026 · 56:21
In this heartfelt episode, Jed welcomes author Julie Leung and illustrator Angie Kang to celebrate their new picture book "Navigating Night," a moving father–daughter story that…
Apr 30, 2026 · 55:38
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , we're celebrating three very different – but beautifully connected – picture books and their creators. First, Dr. Candice Childs joins…
Apr 28, 2026 · 55:33
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, we spend most of our time in the joyful, high‑energy world of JD Amato and Sophie Morse, the creative team behind the middle grade…
Apr 26, 2026 · 55:18
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, host Jed Doherty welcomes author Kristen Mei Chase and illustrator Basia Tran to celebrate their Gracie Wei chapter book series.…
Apr 24, 2026 · 55:13
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , we're celebrating both the cozy and the creepy sides of kids' lit! First, we welcome Alyssa Satin Capucilli , creator of the beloved…
Apr 23, 2026 · 55:38
In this episode, Jed welcomes Emily Sun Li , debut picture book author of Mister Chow's Night Market , for a warm and lively conversation about creativity, culture, and doing…
Apr 21, 2026 · 55:48
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , host Jed Doherty welcomes author Angela Cervantes to celebrate her new middle-grade mystery, The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup…
Apr 19, 2026 · 58:27
In this episode, Jed welcomes back Australian author Geoffrey McSkimming , creator of the much‑loved Phyllis Wong and Cairo Jim series. Geoffrey joins from Sydney to celebrate…
Apr 17, 2026 · 56:07
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed Doherty welcomes author Matthew Burgess and illustrator Robin Rosenthal to celebrate their charming new picture book, Serafina…
Apr 16, 2026 · 55:13
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , Jed welcomes back legendary children's singer, songwriter, and author Raffi to celebrate his new picture book "Mama Loves It." The…
Apr 14, 2026 · 55:12
On this episode, Jed welcomes author and neuroscientist Gail Martino , whose new picture book "Feathered and Famous: Meet America's All Star Birds" celebrates the national and…
Apr 12, 2026 · 55:15
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids , we're celebrating two joyful, community-minded picture books that are perfect for creating memories with kids. First, Jed chats with…
Apr 10, 2026 · 56:46
In this joyful episode, Jed chats with creative couple Jeanine Pastores and Joshua Jackson , the team behind the beloved character Tubby Nugget and their middle grade graphic…
Apr 9, 2026 · 56:30
In this episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes Kiersta Halseth , joining from Germany's enchanting Black Forest , to celebrate her debut picture book, "Lolli Stromboli…
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