Stitches: A Memoir Stitches: A Memoir is written and illustrated by David Small. This graphic novel begins when David was six years old growing up in Detroit, Michigan. After a couple of pages in, I could immediately sense the world that this boy lived in. It was dark, dramatic, unpredictable, and lonely. From the beginning […]
Episode #79: Interview with Therese Van Ryne, Author of Zippy’s Special Gift
Zippy’s Special Gift Zippy’s Special Gift, written by Therese Van Ryne and illustrated by Walter Policelli is a story about embracing the special gifts that make us unique. The story begins with Zippy telling her mother how she doesn’t like her stripes. Her mother tells Zippy that the stripes are her special gift. She then […]
Episode #78: Interview with Jennifer Gennari, Author of MUFFLED
MUFFLED MUFFLED written by Jennifer Gennari is a middle-grade novel about a young girl named Amelia who has a high sensitivity to noise and certain sounds. How has Amelia worked through this sensitivity? For the past few years, she has worn noise-canceling headphones. Amelia is starting fifth grade and her parents do not want her […]
Episode #77: Interview with Michelle Schaub, Author of Kindness is a Kite String
Kindness is a Kite String…The Uplifting Power of Empathy “Kindness is an open door to welcome others through” Michelle Schaub, Kindness is a Kite String Kindness is a Kite String…The Uplifting Power of Empathy written by Michelle Schaub and illustrated by Claire LaForte is a beautiful book to help teach children about the power of […]
Episode #76: Interview with the Creators of CalmConnect, Roberta Scherf and Chris Bye
CalmConnect…created by Priohealth What is CalmConnect? CalmConnect is a patented system containing dozens of short (2 – 5 minute) digital sequences designed to quickly and effectively calm the nervous system and build a bridge to the social world. The program is used around the world in thousands of schools and therapy centers, as well as in […]
Episode #75: Interview with Michelle Wagner, Author of Mickey on the Move
Mickey on the Move As a speech-language pathologist, I love discovering books about various topics. Mickey on the Move is a picture book written by Michelle Wagner and illustrated by Jenny Phelps about a young boy named Mickey who has bilateral cochlear implants. The story takes the reader through a typical day for Mickey and […]
Episode #74: Interview with Evita Sherman, Author of Does Grandma Remember Me?
Does Grandma Remember Me? Does Grandma Remember Me? written by Evita Sherman and illustrated by Chayla Bolden is a wonderful book about the connection and love between a granddaughter and her grandmother who has dementia. The story, which is written from the young girl’s perspective takes the reader through how her grandmother has changed because […]
Episode #73: Interview with Ann McCallum Staats, Author of Thrill Seekers
Thrill Seekers..15 Remarkable Women in Extreme Sports Thill Seekers..15 Remarkable Women in Extreme Sports written by Ann McCallum Staats is a book full of adventure and fascinating stories! For myself, the topic of extreme sports has always been very interesting for me to learn about. This collection of stories introduces readers to diverse and passionate […]
Episode #72: Interview with Ori Gutin, Author of The Butterfly Who Flew In The Rain
The Butterfly Who Flew In The Rain The Butterfly Who Flew in the Rain written by Ori Gutin and illustrated by Winny Kwong-Sito is a story about Cody, a little caterpillar who is born in the middle of a terrible thunderstorm. He feels sad and alone and wonders if he will ever find any happiness […]
Episode #71: Interview with Author and Psychologist, Dana Hall
Beyond Words “Not being able to speak is not the same as having nothing to say” Dana Hall (Beyond Words) Beyond Words written by Dana Hall and illustrated by Shruti Prabhu is a beautifully illustrated story that will take the reader on a journey that emphasizes the power of friendship, connection and imagination. How do […]
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