Raising Us: A Parenting Podcast

Shane Feldman, author of A Kids Book About Community, talks about how community can be created through sharing your experiences with people and inviting others to join your circles. A Kids Book About Community ( view book ) Full Book Description: Every kid wants to feel like they belong somewhere—and they do. We’re all part of a community even if we don’t know it yet. Community is about action, ab...

Kendall Clawson, author of A Kids Book About Pride, talks about accepting everyone for who they are, finding pride in yourself, and the LGBTQIA+ heroes of previous generations. A Kids Book About Pride ( view book ) Full Book Description: In June, we celebrate Pride, but what does that mean? Everyone wants to be accepted just as they are, and Pride is all about honoring and encouraging people to be...

(Rebroadcast) Emma Mcilroy, author of A Kids Book About Feminism, talks intersectional feminism, shining the light on others, and why she’s so excited about the next generation growing up. A Kids Book About Feminism ( view book ) Full Book Description:  This is an unapologetic take on feminism as a thing that everyone can embrace, no matter their gender. It tackles ideas around equality, bias, and...

(Rebroadcast) Ross Szabo, author of A Kids Book About Anxiety, talks about how all of our emotions and behaviors in life have pathways in our brains. A Kids Book About Anxiety ( view book ) Full Book Description: This is a book about anxiety. Having anxiety doesn’t just mean you feel nervous sometimes or need to calm down. It means having an uncontrollable feeling that gets in the way of what you...

(Rebroadcast) Kevin Carroll, author of A Kids Book About Belonging, talks about how belonging starts with having the self-confidence to be able to be wherever you are.  A Kids Book About Belonging ( view book ) Full Book Description: This is a book about belonging. It tackles what it’s like when you feel like you belong to a group or family or team and what it’s like when you don’t. It addresses w...

(Rebroadcast) Carlos Moreno, author of A Kids Book About the Tulsa Race Massacre, talks about the historic attack by a white mob on the neighborhood and Black residents of Greenwood.  A Kids Book About The Tulsa Race Massacre ( view book ) Full Book Description: The Tulsa Race Massacre happened between May 31 and June 1, 1921, when a white mob attacked the predominantly Black Greenwood neighborhoo...

(Rebroadcast) Kim Pham, author of A Kids Book About Anti-Asian Hate, talks about bringing awareness to acts of hate against AAPI individuals and communities and calling out racism when we see it happening. A Kids Book About Anti-Asian Hate ( view book ) Full Book Description: In response to the growing racism and Anti-Asian hate toward the Asian community, we created a completely FREE resource to...

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'...

Ben Kenyon, author of A Kids Book About Gratitude, talks about gratitude as a superpower, the importance of taking action, and how to show appreciation, even in tough moments. A Kids Book About Gratitude ( view book ) Full Book Description: This book explores what it means to be grateful. Not just for the big things like birthday parties and iPhones, but the small things like dinner, a cozy bed, a...

Nakita Simpson, author of A Kids Book About Emotions, talks with Cyla about art, processing our feelings, and how emotions are a lot like a ball of yarn. View interview on YouTube ( view video ) *Want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast? Or… I wonder if any of you would be interested in interviewing one of our authors? Write to us or record a message and email us at listen@...

Kevin Carroll, author of A Kids Book About Belonging and Rules of the Red Rubber Ball, discusses role models, writing books, and pink elephant chocolates with Ana of AMC Princess Ana. View interview on YouTube ( view video ) *Want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast? Or… I wonder if any of you would be interested in interviewing one of our authors? Write to us or record a m...

Jelani Memory, CEO and founder of A Kids Company About and author of A Kids Book About Racism, discusses Black history, Black heroes, and favorite superheroes with Kohen of Team End Racism. View interview on YouTube ( view video ) *Want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast? Or… I wonder if any of you would be interested in interviewing one of our authors? Write to us or reco...

Kristine Napper, author of A Kids Book About Disabilities, talks about identifying disabilities as normal and working to make spaces welcoming to all.  A Kids Book About Disabilities ( view book ) Full Book Description: Sometimes people act like having a disability means you’re from another planet, even though over a BILLION people in the world have disabilities. So how do you talk about disabilit...

Jelani Memory, founder of A Kids Book About and author of A Kids Book About Racism, talks about knowing racism by how it makes you feel. A Kids Book About Racism ( view book ) Full Book Description: Yes, this really is a kids book about racism. Inside, you’ll find a clear description of what racism is, how it makes people feel when they experience it, and how to spot it when it happens. This is on...

Angela Frazier , author of A Kids Book About Suicide, talks about the relation between mental health and suicide and reminds us of the importance of knowing the truth about yourself and the inherent gift your presence is in this world.   A Kids Book About Suicide ( view book ) Full Book Description: We tend to avoid talking about the things that make us uncomfortable, suicide is one of those topic...

Taryn Schuelke, author of A Kids Book About Death, talks about grieving, saying goodbye, and creating space to take care of yourself after losing someone you love.  A Kids Book About Death ( view book ) Full Book Description: This book dives right into the weighty topic that most adults prefer to avoid thinking or talking about: death. It explains the practical aspects and gracefully navigates the...

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.  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, and what happens after a war. In light of all the current global conflict,...

Amber Case, author of A Kids Book About Technology, talks about navigating our complex relationships with and alongside technology.  A Kids Book About Technology ( view book ) Full Book Description: We’re all cyborgs. It’s true! We as a society cannot function without technology. We use it every day in all aspects of our lives—but that’s not a bad thing! The problem is when we let it take over our...

Orion Jean, author of A Kids Book About Leadership, and Don Tate, author and/or illustrator of more than 80 books for young readers, talk about seeing oneself reflected in a book and the vast diversity of who is a "reader." A Kids Book About Leadership ( view book ) Don Tate ( website ) Reading is Fundamental ( website ) Want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast? Write to us...

Introducing A Kids Mindful Moment, supporting healthy minds, bodies, and spirits.  Access A Kids Mindful Moment through the A Kids Co app in the App Store and on Google Play. You get a 14-day free trial with the app. Learn more by visiting akidsco.com .  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hey there, podcast listeners! Season 2 of A Kids Book About: The Podcast is in production and we need YOUR help to make the new episodes! So, let me share the topics we’re working on for the first half of the season. In no particular order, they are: Self-love Death Technology Adventure School Shootings Adoption Being Transgender Being Inclusive Being Non-Binary Immigration Climate Change Gratitud...

Introducing 1 Point 5: A Kids Podcast About Climate Justice. Gen Z environmental advocates Zanagee Artis and Olivia Greenspan believe that kids deserve a livable future. Explore the challenges facing our planet with scientists, youth activists, and other environmental leaders who have experienced the realities of the climate crisis firsthand. Subscribe to 1 Point 5 wherever podcasts are found, or...

Introducing The Activators!: A Kids Podcast About Activism. Join kid activist Leo, founder of Dance for Justice, as he celebrates and amplifies kids who are activating social change by doing what they love. Subscribe to The Activators! wherever podcasts are found, or by visiting akidsco.com .  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

We made it onto the Apple Podcasts 2021 Best of the Year list! And we're so excited to welcome all of you who are new to the show! *If you want to be on a future episode of A Kids Book About: The Podcast or if you have a question you’d like us to consider, have a grownup email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com and we’ll send you the details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

Introducing Everyday Feels: A Kids Podcast About Emotions. Hosted by Nakita Simpson and Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, each episode starts with a memory shared by a listener and follows an exploration of why we feel the things we feel. Subscribe to Everyday Feels wherever podcasts are found, or by visiting akidsco.com .   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...