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Literacy 

Welcome to my podcast! I started this show in an effort to educate the public about the importance of literacy, especially when we have kids to look out for! I reference my time as an elementary schoolteacher & tutor + my current experience as a children's author & mama of 2 littles to address the biggest literacy issues facing us today. 

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Season 3 of For the Love of Literacy

5/17/2022

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The time has come for me to return to the podcast, & I am SO excited to be kicking off season 3 with some incredible guests, some more good lit content in solocasts AND a new promotion to share with you.
If you haven't heard of Grandpa Beck's Games, & your family & friends love card or board games, you need to go check them out....now! 
www.grandpabecksgames.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1811173.qMAVRtunM2 

​They have quickly become a favorite at our family Sunday dinners & are so fun!
Use my code: LOVELIT15 for 15% off anything on their website! 
And start tuning in to my podcast again next week; can't wait to share this space with you again!


SHOW NOTES for Episode 2: 
Lorrie Grant's books & website:
www.lorriedgrant.com/ 
Her books: 
Elephant in the Basement, Little White Flies, I Am Beautiful Too 
Her podcast: 
Storytellers with a Message
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J.O.T. journals-- creator Karla Karlston
​Link: jotjournals.com/
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Final episode (#22) of SEASON 2

1/11/2022

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I had a super author chat with psychologist & therapist Dr. Kim Dwyer as we discussed her first children's book, Rocky's Christmas Journey (which came out in September with my book, Sophie Stands Out) & a mindfulness workbook she published.  She shared the psychological benefits of reading aloud to your kids & also shared some tips for prospective writers & authors. 
Be sure to check out my youtube channel for video footage of each interview this season!
www.youtube.com/channel/UCZsll6PqDCO2p7-vuWqiHAg
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Book Launch & Author Chat w/ Sarah Libenrood

9/20/2021

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Sarah & Becca Thiemann are releasing a book perfect for all parents with littles. It’s available on Amazon through KDP & it’s called: Kindergarten Readiness Through Play. 
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www.amazon.com/Kindergarten-Ready-Through-Play-Preschoolers/dp/1737861917/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=kindergarten+ready+through+play&qid=1632194950&s=books&sr=1-2
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Authors Focus

9/3/2021

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Probably because my children's book is getting published at the end of September, I have had an increased interest in authors & illustrators as guests on my show.  Do you know of someone who has published recently? Indie publishing? Traditional publishing? Especially books for children. Send them my way....please! 
I think it will make Season 2 that much fuller & more informative, as authors unite & discuss our writing & projects. 

**Also looking for authors or illustrators willing to come on the show for Season 3. It's always a good time!
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Youtube channel

6/29/2021

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Don't forget to check out my youtube channel, for unedited footage of my podcasts each month; it's been really fun starting this & I would appreciate any subscribers & support you can offer! :) 
www.youtube.com/channel/UCZsll6PqDCO2p7-vuWqiHAg 

Don't forget to check out MEL Science (this season's sponsor) & use my code KATIE25, for 25% off your first box or subscription!!!
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Season 2-- Opener!

6/9/2021

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You will love the season 2 opener, with author & mama Brooke Romney. She has such great life advice, & you will feel loved & understood as you listen to her speak--- I promise.  She taught me so much about learning to embrace & love myself so that I can love others & be a better version (not a perfect version) of myself.
Check out her book, I Like Me Anyway on Amazon or at your local Costco in Utah, Arizona, & Idaho! 

www.amazon.com/Like-Anyway-Embracing-Imperfection-Connection/dp/1735854409/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Also, I wanted to let you know I have a new cruelty free, make-up company you've just got to check out this season! Have you heard of Shine Cosmetics? 
If you want to check them out & get a little discount, use my code: KStorey10 
& click the link below! 
www.shinecosmetics.com/?afmc=KStorey10&utm_campaign=KStorey10&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate
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On the podcast lately......

5/19/2021

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As always, my weekly updates to podcasts & show notes can be found at: 
for-the-love-of-literacy.mailchimpsites.com/ 

​But here are a few of the recent episodes that have aired that I think you'll enjoy! Tune in when you get a chance! :) 

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Carrie's books are: Flying Flamingo Sisters (ranked #1 for best audiobooks for road trips with kids) & Horse Girl. 
www.amazon.com/The-Flying-Flamingo-Sisters-audiobook/dp/B07ZRYNC2S/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=flying+flamingo&qid=1621467325&sr=8-1

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Episode #31: The Writing Process

3/9/2021

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Since the writing process governs much of my life these days, I thought I'd spend a brief episode discussing it, & explaining why everyone needs to be somewhat familiar with it too! The writing process is simple but effective enough when all the steps are honored.  

I also had the opportunity to interview one of the youngest authors I've ever learned of, Miss Holly Marshall! She & I had a fascinating conversation about her creative & imaginative side & how she's written a chapter book (soon to become a series) with her mom! 
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MEL Science Subscription: hot deal!!!!!

2/28/2021

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Don't pass up this amazing sale going on at MEL Science right now. They are sending you a $0.99 box if you subscribe to a monthly plan. This is seriously a *HOT DEAL* & it ends on February 28th! 
Don't forget that you can use my code KATIE25 on any of their science kits (MEL Kids, Chemistry, or Physics) & get 25% off after that. 
MEL Science has provided the mostly screen-free entertainment & problem-solving I hoped for! And we do the AR & 3D lessons on my phone together. My son loved learning about friction this month after we built his spring car. (See below for pictures!) 

melscience.com/US-en/chemistry/?utm_source=affise&clickid=60490316ab39750001cf6a6c&pid=501&offer_id=11&sub1=

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Podcast #30: Lovers & Promoters of Early Literacy (Interview with Becca Gasciewicz Thiemann)

2/24/2021

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​You must check out today's episode because it was one of the most enjoyable, instructive interviews I have conducted in a long time! And Dr. Becca is super knowledgeable (as in she got her doctorate in children's literature) & shares lots of great tips as well as her new home literacy guide. You can sign up for this course in the link in her bio on instagram & follow her at: www.instagram.com/beccasbookbox/
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And of course, when you get two literacy promoters chatting, LOTS of good books are shared. (See a complete list & the show notes at:
​for-the-love-of-literacy.mailchimpsites.com/podcast-show-notes 


I’m determined to start reading more nonfiction with my kiddos now AND let me show you more about the Story Orchestra (which we just received in my little one's Literati box for the month.) We got the Carnival of the Animals, but I have already ordered Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake & anticipate buying Vivaldi's Four Seasons for an Easter present.
These books are AMAZING! I have always been a fan of interactive books, but these are not only interactive with musical notes sprinkled throughout the pages, but they expose kids to classical music....isn't that neat? Plus, several of these orchestras were written for famous ballets, & I was once a young ballerina--I can truly appreciate this art form! You've gotta check them out! I've posted a few below if you're curious. :)
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podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-love-of-literacy-podcast/id1519035231?i=1000510429107

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