Reading Rockets Interviews Podcast
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Reading Rockets' interviews with top children's book authors and illustrators are an excellent way to introduce students to those who create books kids know and love. Not just for children, these interviews are also enjoyed by parents, teachers, librarians, and other educators who appreciate the value of children's literature and get a kick out of putting a face and voice to the authors and illustrators whose work we enjoy.
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Jack Prelutsky (It's Raining Pigs & Noodles)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Wed, May 31, 2006
Jack Prelutsky likes nothing better than to make people laugh. Lucky for us! His off-kilter poems and wacky rhymes can't help but put a smile on everyone's lips. This exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets will help you understand why this writer once thought poetry was hazardous to his health.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Jack Prelutsky (It's Raining Pigs & Noodles)
Author: Jack Prelutsky likes nothing better than to make people laugh.
Wed, May 31, 2006
Jack Prelutsky likes nothing better than to make people laugh. Lucky for us! His off-kilter poems and wacky rhymes can't help but put a smile on everyone's lips. This exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets will help you understand why this writer once thought poetry was hazardous to his health.
To view the full version of this and other author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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R.L. Stine (Goosebumps)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Jun 30, 2006
The author of the Goosebumps series writes books that creep kids out, and boy do they love it! More than 220 million of his books have sold worldwide, a Guinness World Record. Watch this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets and meet the scarily creative, always funny R.L. Stine.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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R.L. Stine (Goosebumps)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Jun 30, 2006
The author of the Goosebumps series writes books that creep kids out, and boy do they love it! More than 220 million of his books have sold worldwide, a Guinness World Record. Watch this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets and meet the scarily creative, always funny R.L. Stine.
To view the full version of this and other author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Eve Bunting (Fly Away Home)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Jul 31, 2006
Eve Bunting is a storyteller who can't help but be spellbinding. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, the ever-charming Eve Bunting shares her literary roots in Ireland, her feelings about coming to a new country, and what it means to write books that "heal the world."
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Eve Bunting (Fly Away Home)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Jul 31, 2006
Eve Bunting is a storyteller who can't help but be spellbinding. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, the ever-charming Eve Bunting shares her literary roots in Ireland, her feelings about coming to a new country, and what it means to write books that "heal the world."
To view the full version of this and other author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Bruce Degen (Magic School Bus)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
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If a picture can speak a thousand words, Bruce Degen's illustrations can spark a thousand smiles. From sixth-grade, this illustrator of the wildly popular "Magic School Bus" series knew that art would be a big part of his life. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Degen talks about his early artistic roots, the inspirational value of fruit, and what it's like to collaborate with author Joanna Cole.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Bruce Degen (Magic School Bus)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Wed, Aug 30, 2006
If a picture can speak a thousand words, Bruce Degen's illustrations can spark a thousand smiles. From sixth-grade, this illustrator of the wildly popular "Magic School Bus" series knew that art would be a big part of his life. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Degen talks about his early artistic roots, the inspirational value of fruit, and what it's like to collaborate with author Joanna Cole.
To view the full version of this and other author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Pam Muñoz Ryan (Esperanza Rising)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Wed, Aug 30, 2006
Pam Muñoz Ryan isn't afraid of indomitable women. In fact, she's inspired by them! Just look at her 2000 Pura Belpre Medal winning book, "Esperanza Rising". In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, you'll hear how this author quickly learned the value of a public library and how she's always been surrounded by strong-spirited women, both fictional and real.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Pam Muñoz Ryan (Esperanza Rising)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Wed, Aug 30, 2006
Pam Muñoz Ryan isn't afraid of indomitable women. In fact, she's inspired by them! Just look at her 2000 Pura Belpre Medal winning book, "Esperanza Rising". In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, you'll hear how this author quickly learned the value of a public library and how she's always been surrounded by strong-spirited women, both fictional and real.
To view the full version of this and other author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Seymour Simon (Our Solar System)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Aug 28, 2006
Seymour Simon is a man in love with science. As a kid he was even president of the Junior Astronomy Club at the American Museum of Natural History. Now, this writer uses his talent to share his love of science with others. With over 200 children's books in print, he has covered topics ranging from oceans to trains to the human heart.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Nikki Giovanni (Rosa)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Sep 01, 2006
Nikki Giovanni is a woman who isn't afraid to speak her mind, and her writing is all the stronger for it. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, the poet and author discusses everything from Rosa Parks to reading with her son. She even clarifies the link between books, chocolate, and Harry Potter!
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Mark Teague (How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Sep 08, 2006
Mark Teague likes to find humor in the everyday events of childhood. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Mark Teague talks about his books, the kids he meets when visiting schools, and his books "Dear Mrs. LaRue: Letters from Obedience School" and "How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?"
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Henry Cole (Victor Vito)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Sep 15, 2006
Henry Cole was once a beloved teacher, so much so that decades after he left teaching to pursue an illustrating career, a parent working for Reading Rockets fondly recalled Henry Cole's influence on his own, now-grown children. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Henry Cole talks about his teaching background, describes the book illustration process, and sketches a new canine character.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Pamela Duncan Edwards (The Worrywarts)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Sep 22, 2006
Pamela Duncan Edwards often teams up with illustrator Henry Cole to create alliterative children's books like "Some Smug Slug". In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Pamela Duncan Edwards talks about her years as a school librarian and the joys of her work.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Peter Sís (Madlenka)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Sep 29, 2006
Peter Sís is the celebrated writer and illustrator of Madlenka and the Caldecott Honor book Starry Messenger: Galileo Galilei. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Peter Sis talks about the winding path that led him to New York City, his father's Tibetan journey, and how his own children have influenced his work.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Laurence Yep (Dragonwings)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Oct 13, 2006
Laurence Yep writes books that draw from his Chinese American background yet speak to common feelings and experiences. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Laurence Yep discusses his love for his work and the gratification of writing stories.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Katherine Paterson (Bridge to Terabithia)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Oct 20, 2006
Katherine Paterson is the Newbery Medal award winning author of "Jacob Have I Loved" and "Bridge to Terabithia". In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Katherine Paterson talks about her childhood, raising a family, the challenges of writing, and her favorite books for children.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Jon Scieszka (The True Story of the Three Little Pigs)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Nov 03, 2006
Jon Scieszka (which rhymes with Fresca) is the playful and cheeky author behind "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" and "The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales". In this exclusive interview with Reading Rockets, Jon Scieszka talks about his "weird" style and his concern about boys and reading.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Christopher Myers (Wings)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Nov 10, 2006
Christopher Myers comes from a long line of creative storytellers. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Christopher Myers talks about his Brooklyn neighborhood, his work, and how reading touches every part of his life.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Patricia Polacco (Thunder Cake)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Nov 20, 2006
Patricia Polacco tells warm family tales drawn from her own childhood among an extended immigrant family of grandparents and cousins. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Patricia Polacco talks about writing and illustrating and the passing down of family history whose themes resonate with readers of all backgrounds.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Avi (Crispin- The Cross of Lead)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Dec 08, 2006
Avi is the 2003 Newbery Medal award winning author of "Crispin- A Cross of Lead", and widely acclaimed for his works of historical fiction for middle grade readers. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Avi talks about the challenges of writing, his years as a librarian, and his symptoms of dyslexia.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Dec 18, 2006
Chris Van Allsburg is the author and illustrator of many celebrated children's books such as "The Polar Express" and "Jumanji". In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Chris Van Allsburg talks about his big breakthrough, his books, and their transformation into movies.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Lane Smith (The Stinky Cheese Man)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Jan 01, 2007
Lane Smith recently described his artwork as a mixture between his fine arts background and low-brow influences like Monty Python and Mad magazine. He has tried making children's books that are sweet and cute, but inevitably they take a turn toward the edgy. "I try to do serious stuff," he explains, "but it just comes out screwy." Lane Smith's unconventional approach has resulted in many fans, numerous bestsellers, and a prestigious Caldecott Honor. Smith has collaborated with author Jon Scieszka on many favorites, including "Math Curse", "Science Verse", "The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!" and "The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales".
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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George Ancona (Bario: José's Neighborhood)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Jan 05, 2007
In 2002, George Ancona received the Washington Post-Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award for work that "has contributed significantly to the quality of nonfiction for children." In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, George Ancona talks about his photo-illustrated books and how he uses photography to offer insight into the everyday lives of children from different cultures.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Marc Brown (Arthur)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Jan 15, 2007
Marc Brown is the author and illustrator of Arthur, everyone's favorite aardvark. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Marc Brown chats about his childhood, the Arthur television shows on PBS, and his friendship with the late Mr. Rogers.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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David Shannon (No, David!)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Jan 29, 2007
David Shannon is the writer and illustrator behind the eponymous "No, David!" books. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, David Shannon talks about his love for bright colors, his distaste for lima beans, and where he gets the ideas for his books.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Bryan Collier (Uptown)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Tue, Feb 06, 2007
Award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier began creating art at the age of 15. Using his signature style, a vibrant mix of watercolor and collage, he brings stories to life. He's already lent his talents to such books as "Visiting Langston", "Rosa", and his own book, "Uptown". Reading Rockets sat down with the artist for an exclusive interview.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Lois Ehlert (Color Zoo)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Feb 12, 2007
Lois Ehlert's unique children's books, such as "Color Zoo", reflect her creative and curious mind. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Lois Ehlert discusses her early love for art and how she continually strives to create highly original children's books.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Kathleen Krull (Harvesting Hope: The True Story of César Chávez)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Tue, Mar 06, 2007
Did you know that Beethoven's favorite food was macaroni and cheese? Did you know that John F. Kennedy used to bark like a seal before giving important speeches? Well, if you read Kathleen Krull's biographies for young readers, you'll learn many such facts. Through solid research, lively writing, and juicy "gossip", Krull transforms iconic figures from the past into real human beings. "We're all secretly 'People' magazine readers at heart," she explains, "even though we might not admit it."
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Gail Gibbons (How a House is Built)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Mar 09, 2007
Gail Gibbons writes the kind of non-fiction books that young children pore over. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Gail Gibbons discusses how she comes up with the idea for her books and the daunting task of explaining complex topics in a few pages.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Jane Yolen (How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Wed, Apr 18, 2007
Jane Yolen has written stories about toads in space, dinosaurs at bedtime, and much more. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Jane Yolen recites the first poem she ever wrote and talks about how to encourage creative writing in kids.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Nikki Grimes (Meet Danitra Brown)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, Apr 27, 2007
Nikki Grimes was born in Harlem, but grew up in many different parts of New York. As a foster child from a broken home, she moved from place to place, always saying goodbye to new friends. Reading and writing became her survival tools. When she had no one else to talk to, Grimes wrote poems and stories about the things that were bothering her. As an avid reader, she checked out library books by day and read at night by flashlight.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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David Adler (Cam Jansen Series)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, May 04, 2007
"Blink your eyes and say click!" Cam Jansen, David Adler's heroine with a photographic memory, has captured the imagination of millions of readers. The prolific Alder has also written several picture book biographies for children, bringing historical figures to literary life. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, David Adler discusses the "Supermarket Room" of his teaching career, simple math methods, and the reason why Benjamin Franklin never wore a wig.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Betsy Lewin (Click, Clack, Moo)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Fri, May 25, 2007
Betsy Lewin, the illustrator of Click Clack Moo, takes a playful approach to her work. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Betsy Lewin discusses her career goals as a child and the inspiration she gets from exotic trips abroad.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Lois Lowry (Number the Stars)
Author: Reading Rockets Author: &Author: WETA
Mon, Dec 03, 2007
Lois Lowry is the highly acclaimed author of more than 30 books for young people. Over the years, she has received numerous awards, including two Newbery Medals. Lowry has written such a wide range of books that her body of work cannot be categorized easily. Her genres range from contemporary fiction to historical fiction to fantasy to autobiographical. Her audiences range from elementary school children all the way up to young adults. Some of Lowry's books are light-hearted, but others deal with serious and somber topics. Her most well-known novel, The Giver, is set in a future dystopia where sameness and conformity rule.
For more author interviews, visit us at www.readingrockets.org, a national education service of public television station WETA. Funding is provided by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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