The KidLit Show

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KIDS & FAMILY

Love books? Then you've got a lot in common with 10-year-old host Olivia Van Ledtje. In each episode, Liv uncovers the magic of books through conversations with best-selling children's book authors, interviews with kids on the street, lists of favorite books and much more!

23/05/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Inspiring Creativity with Peter Reynolds

Peter Reynolds, author/illustrator of the New York Times best-selling books dot, ish, Happy Dreamer and The Word Collector, connects the dots with Liv on how his books inspire readers all ages. Want to find your own creative spark? Check out this episode for a fun challenge from Peter to inspire your own creativity.

16 min
09/05/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Girl Power with Heather Lang

Author Heather Lang and Liv take a deep dive into their love for sharks, and talk about all of Heather’s books packed with Girl Power. This episodes celebrates a few fearless females throughout history who have blazed trails for all kids.

13 min
25/04/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Grow Your Mind with Susan Verde

Practice makes perfect! Liv talks to Susan Verde, certified yoga instructor and author of I Am Peace (2015 Parents’ Choice Silver Award Winner) and I Am Yoga, about the benefits of practicing mindfulness. Liv uncovers how being present, staying calm, and exploring new books can help grow your mind.

13 min
11/04/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Famous Figures and Biographies with Pam Pollack and Meg Belviso

In this episode, Pam Pollack and Meg Belviso, a writing team for the popular biographical Who Was? book series, share fun facts with Liv about some of their favorite famous and historical figures. Nate Butkus, the host of Pinna’s own The Show About Science, gives us some tips on how to keep reading fun!

12 min
28/03/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Finding Friendship with Holly McGhee

Liv feels the love while talking to Holly McGhee (also known as Hallie Durand), author and literary agent, about her New York Times best-selling book Come With Me. Holly highlights the importance of leaning on friends, even imaginary ones, during difficult times.

14 min
14/03/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Celebrating Diversity with Sean Qualls and Selina Alko

Illustrator Sean Qualls and author-illustrator Selina Alko, a biracial couple, give Liv the big picture on how true life inspires art. Sean and Selina discuss their illustrations in Paige Britt’s picture book Why Am I Me?, a Kirkus Reviews and Publisher’s Weekly Best Book of 2017, and how our differences make us all special and unique.

15 min
28/02/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Fantasy, Fairy Tales and Folklore with Adam Gidwitz

Adam Gidwitz, The New York Times best-selling author of the middle-grade A Tale Dark & Grimm trilogy, talks to Liv about remaking the classic Grimm’s Fairy Tales, and explores the world of fairy tales and folklore. Martellus Bennett, NFL player and Creative Director of The Imagination Agency, also shares his tips on how to write fantastical adventures.

14 min
14/02/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Book-to-Movie Adaptations with Kate DiCamillo

Liv talks to Kate DiCamillo, two-time Newbery Medal winner and #1 New York Times best-selling author of popular titles such as The Tale of Despereaux and Because of Winn Dixie, to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have her books turned into movies. ACTION!

13 min
31/01/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Civil Rights and Activism with Cynthia Levinson

You’re never too young to make a difference! In this episode, you’ll hear how #KidsCanTeachUs as Liv interviews Cynthia Levinson, the award-winning author of The Youngest Marcher: The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a Young Civil Rights Activist. Sidney Keys III, CEO and founder of Books N Bros, shares his tips on how to start a book club.

14 min
17/01/2023

Graphic Novels and Feeling Frazzled with Booki Vivat

The New York Times best-selling author Booki Vivat talks to Liv about being frazzled, and writing and illustrating her popular Frazzled graphic novel series. Booki and Liv share what makes them feel frazzled and what they do to feel better.

11 min

10 Episodes

Buckle up for Don’t Break the Rules, the hilarious comedy game show where four voice actors transform into brand new characters based on prompts written by kids! Hosted by the fantastic Carly Ciarrocchi, this Parent’s Choice Recommended Award Winner is guaranteed to have kids in stitches and grown-ups amazed by the on-the-spot comedic performances. Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening! Great for kids ages 6 - 12. Want more episodes now? Subscribe on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free listening. Or listen to this show and many more on the Pinna app when you subscribe at pinna.fm.

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STORIES FOR KIDS
Come on along on the Dinosaur Train alongside Buddy, Tiny, Shiny, Don, the Conductor and many more dinosaur friends! In each episode, our heroes take the Dinosaur Train to a wide range of destinations where they embark on adventures, catch up with familiar friends, and meet some new ones, too. All aboard!! Dinosaur Train: Ride Along Adventures! is a Pinna Original production in association with The Jim Henson Company

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KIDS & FAMILY
It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales. Every episode is rated on a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, so you can choose your level of spookiness! A multi award-winning storytelling podcast, this Parent's Choice Gold Winner features stories about kids' favorite fairy tale characters like Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin, and Red Riding Hood with hilarious and unique twists. Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening! Want more episodes now? Visit pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a discount after a 7-day FREE trial!

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STORIES FOR KIDS
10-year-old Shania and 13-year-old Shaun go on-location to different jobs to ask: what DO you do all day? Go behind the scenes of all sorts of careers, from the average to the wildly unexpected.

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EDUCATION FOR KIDS
Fan out about all things video games with real gamers like you! From well-known hits like Roblox, Minecraft, and Among Us, to hidden gems like Undertale and Polytopia, learn about all of the different games kids love to play and the strategies they use to play them. Plus, see how well you know your video game characters with our Who Am I? quiz, and hear other kids tales of video game triumphs!

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KIDS & FAMILY
Julia's plans for the summer include hanging out with her best friend, Taylor, moving to the bigger bedroom down the hall, and waiting for the seventeen-year cicadas to arrive. They do not include the new girl, Alyssa, or her game called Russia. Julia will discover what real friendship looks like.

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STORIES FOR KIDS

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Love books? Then you've got a lot in common with 10-year-old host Olivia Van Ledtje. In each episode, Liv uncovers the magic of books through conversations with best-selling children's book authors, interviews with kids on the street, lists of favorite books and much more!