Summary In this chapter of Sibling Library, we all give our recommendations to celebrate Jolabokaflod – an Icelandic tradition of gifting books on Christmas Eve. We also each discuss the history and significance of some of our favorite Christmas books for children, which include: How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss; The Polar Express…More
Chapter 16 – Native American History Month
Summary This month we talk about what literary meals we would want to be a part of, celebrate Native American History Month by reading and reporting on novels written by Native American authors, and wrap up with some picture book appreciation for National Picture Book Month. TranscriptionMore
Chapter 15 – From Regions Beyond
Summary This month we get a little spooky for the Halloween season. First we discuss some of our favorite literary witches, not including any witches from Harry Potter. Then we talk to friend of the show, Jeff Baham, Disneyland Haunted Mansion expert and author of the book: The Unauthorized Story of Walt Disney’s Haunted Mansion.…More
Chapter 14 – Whizzpopping Summer
Summary In this chapter of Sibling Library, we will be celebrating the birth month of one of our collective favorite authors: Roald Dahl. We will talk about his life and some of our favorite experiences with his works. Then, we will be ending this summer season by going through some of our favorite summer reads.…More
Ode to Once Upon a Potty
Some Once Upon a Potty love.More
Free Comic Book Day 2021 Recommendations
As we talked about in this month’s episode, Free Comic Book Day is taking place on Saturday, August 14, 2021. We will be celebrating at Zeppelin Comics, but many comic book stores and libraries commemorate the occasion with events that center around all things comics. Ever since it’s debut twenty years ago, the number of…More
Chapter 13 – Comics are for Everyone
Summary In this chapter, we celebrate Free Comic Book Day and welcome to the show our favorite neighborhood comic book slinger, Natasha Curtis. Natasha is the owner of Zeppelin Comics in Benicia, California. She gives us her expert knowledge about staying current with comics and how one may find themselves becoming a comic book reader,…More
Chapter 12 – The Family That Reads Together
Summary This month we welcome our parents to the show and discuss how they helped create three lifelong readers. There’s laughter, some good natured ribbing, and even some tears. Next month we will be celebrating Free Comic Book Day with our favorite comic book expert and amazing store owner, Natasha Curtis of Zeppelin Comics, one…More
More Appreciation for Hans Christian Andersen
This name is synonymous with many popular fairy tales, many of which have been turned into beloved movies, stage plays, or even ballets – which also means many generations of readers may or may not know the original stories outside of the theatrical releases. Spoiler alert, Ariel (which is not her name) actually dies at…More
Chapter 11 – Soup from a Sausage Skewer
Summary In chapter 11, we celebrate audiobook month by discussing what makes an enjoyable listening experience. We go on to try our hand at creating an audio version of Hans Christian Andersen’s story called “Soup from a Sausage Skewer.” A big thank you to friend of the show, Jeff Baham, of the Doombuggies and Mousetalgia…More