Raising Us: A Parenting Podcast

Maeve Clinton, author of A Kids Book About Chemotherapy, talks about something that can be a scary thing to talk about—take a breath, play the episode, open the book, and bravely start that conversation. A Kids Book About Chemotherapy ( view book ) Full Book Description: Chemotherapy is a treatment for cancer, and talking about cancer and illness can be hard sometimes. But this author is here to e...

Kali Thorne Ladd, author of A Kids Book About Hope, talks about an irreplaceable, never-ending thing which exists in and around all of us. A Kids Book About Hope ( view book ) Full Book Description: What does it mean to have hope? Hope is trusting that good things are possible, no matter the circumstances. It’s also something we all have inside and can give to those around us. Hope is a powerful c...

Dr. Heather Chow, author of A Kids Book About Puberty, talks about how every person experiences these changes in their own way, and the more we talk about them, the less scary they seem. A Kids Book About Puberty ( view book ) Full Book Description: OK, let’s say this word together: puberty. That wasn’t so bad, right? Puberty is a completely normal part of growing up, but it can feel really weird...

Neha Shulka, author of A Kids Book About Sleep, talks about AI and its powerful potential. A Kids Book About AI ( view book ) Full Book Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that’s transforming our world today. We can run from it, or we can understand it and use it to reimagine a more innovative and inclusive future. This author introduces the topic for kids and grownu...

Katie Pitts, author of A Kids Book About Sleep, talks about an amazing thing which helps us be the best version of ourselves. A Kids Book About Sleep ( view book ) Full Book Description: You may not know it yet, but sleep is awesome! Every living thing needs sleep: you, your grownup, your teacher, EVERYONE. Why? Sleep is when our brains and bodies rest and get stronger. Getting good sleep is how w...

Yonina Schnall Lermer, author of A Kids Book About Perseverance, talks about reframing something you “can’t do” into something you “can’t do”...yet. A Kids Book About Perseverance ( view book ) Full Book Description: What if you found out there was a tiny word that could change your frustrations into opportunities? When we tell ourselves, “I can’t do this,” we give up. But when we say, “I can’t do...

Shahd Alasaly, author of A Kids Book About Humanitarianism, talks about how anyone can be a humanitarian, and you can start today! A Kids Book About Humanitarianism ( view book ) Full Book Description: “Humanitarian” is a BIG word that really just means being a kind, compassionate person who has empathy for others. Does that sound like you? Learn what it means to be a humanitarian and how you can...

Jackson Cooper, author of A Kids Book About Kindness, talks about how kindness is for everyone, and everyone can show kindness, every day! A Kids Book About Kindness ( view book ) Full Book Description: Do you know what kindness is, really? Do you think being kind to someone means that you’re weak? Do you think you can't be kind to yourself? Here's a little secret…sharing kindness is one of the co...

Greg Davidson and Michael Wieder, co-authors of A Little Book About Trust, A Little Book About Home, and A Little Book About Love, talks about how sometimes even the littlest things can make a big difference in someone else's life to make them feel loved, to make them feel a sense of home, and to grow your trust with that other person or with yourself.  A Little Book About Trust ( view book ) A Li...

Travis Chen, author of A Kids Book About First-Generation Immigrants, talks about how, when you’re a first-generation immigrant, a lot of things feel different from what you know.  A Kids Book About First-Generation Immigrants ( view book ) Full Book Description: A new place to live, a new school, new foods, new smells, new noises—when you’re a first-generation immigrant, a lot of things feel diff...

Hi, listeners! It’s Matthew, your host.  Our latest season of A Kids Book About: the Podcast begins next week, on Monday, January 29th. If you’re already subscribed to the podcast, you don’t need to do a thing. This season features episodes on kindness, perseverance, hope, love, and trust. We center conversations around humanitarianism, AI, being a first-generation immigrant, and chemotherapy. And...

Evelyn Yang, author of A Kids Book About Sexual Abuse, talks about speaking up in any situation that makes you feel uncomfortable.  This is a rebroadcast of an episode that originally aired on April 19, 2021. A Kids Book About Sexual Abuse ( view book ) Full Book Description: Some of the most difficult things to talk about are also the most important. Sexual abuse happens more often than people re...

Ashley Simpo, author of A Kids Book About Divorce, talks about how children are never at fault when people get a divorce. This is a rebroadcast of an episode that originally aired on March 8, 2021. A Kids Book About Divorce ( view book ) Full Book Description: When divorce happens, it happens to everyone in the family and kids are left with a lot of questions. This is a tough conversation to have,...

Jordan Thierry, author of A Kids Book About Systemic Racism, talks about how systemic racism limited how he saw himself represented in film and career opportunities. This is a rebroadcast of an episode that originally aired on March 1, 2021. A Kids Book About Systemic Racism ( view book ) Full Book Description: Systemic racism is incredibly difficult to understand—even for grownups! This book was...

Sarah Jones, author of A Kids Book About War, talks about the complexities of global conflict and what actions you can take to ensure your voice is heard by your local government.  This is a rebroadcast of an episode that originally aired on March 14, 2022. A Kids Book About War ( view book ) Full Book Description: This is a kids book about war. Really! It helps explain what war is, why wars start...

Jonathan and Thomas West, co-authors of A Kids Book About Gay Parents, talk about showing the world that ALL kinds of families are beautiful and possible! . A Kids Book About Gay Parents ( view book ) Full Book Description: Growing up, the authors of this book didn’t see families that looked like theirs. As the gay dads to 4 adopted kiddos, they’re here to show the world that ALL kinds of families...

Salvador Bentolila, author of A Kids Book About Water, talks about what water is, where it comes from, why it’s so important, and how you can take action today to protect the water in your community and the world. Every drop counts! A Kids Book About Water ( view book ) Full Book Description: Water is a necessity for all life, from humans, to animals, to plants and trees! And this essential resour...

Nora Pelizzari, author of A Kids Book About Banned Books, talks about why people ban books, the importance of inclusivity in our libraries, and how books can help you see the world in a different way. A Kids Book About Banned Books ( view book ) Full Book Description: Every day in schools across the country books are challenged for carrying narratives, centering characters, and tackling topics tha...

Amy Taylor and Josh Maynard, co-authors of A Kids Book About Being An Introvert, talk about discovering the intentional, (sometimes) quiet, and wonderful power in being an introvert. A Kids Book About Being An Introvert ( view book ) Full Book Description: In a time when it seems like so much depends on small talk and friend count, life can start to feel a little awkward for the introverted kiddos...

Becca Yanniello, author of A Kids Book About Public Health, talks about how public health work makes our lives safer and healthier every day. A Kids Book About Public Health  ( view book ) Full Book Description: Public health is a super important thing that very few people know by name! But all of that will change when you open this book. Learn about what public health is, why it’s so important (e...

Dr. Courtney Wells and Lee Wells, authors of A Kids Book About Pronouns, talk about encouraging kids AND grownups to get uncomfortable, learn new things, make mistakes, and choose to keep growing. A Kids Book About Pronouns ( view book ) Full Book Description: Pronouns are a meaningful part of identifying who we are. We can’t know someone’s preferred pronouns just by looking at them or knowing the...

Gia Parr, author of A Kids Book About Being Transgender, talks about the impact of gender roles, working with the GenderCool Project, and how to ensure we create a safe space for everyone. A Kids Book About Being Transgender ( view book ) Full Book Description: People often ask, what does it mean to be transgender? The truth is there isn't one answer. Gender is uniquely beautiful, and each person'...

Dr. Joy Malik-Hasbrook, author of A Kids Book About Nervous System Regulation, talks about understanding different stress responses and practicing techniques to calm and regulate our nervous systems—all parts of being human! A Kids Book About Nervous System Regulation ( view book ) Full Book Description: The nervous system guides so much of what we do, from breathing, to feeling, thinking, and liv...

Laura Petix, author of A Kids Book About Neurodiversity, talks about the importance of celebrating the unique ways in which our brains help us learn, feel, and experience life.  A Kids Book About Neurodiversity ( view book ) Full Book Description: Everything we do is because of the ways our brains work, and everyone’s brain is different. Seriously! But our world doesn’t operate in a way that is ac...

Jason Mayden, author of A Kids Book About Design, talks about unlocking the design potential within every kid.  A Kids Book About Design ( view book ) Full Book Description: This is a book about design and exists to unlock the design potential within every kid. Designers work in different ways, but all of them use creativity and compassion to solve problems and make things that in turn make the wo...