109 episodes

The mission here is to instill a love of reading in our little readers. To broaden their experiences through and from reading. To make it real for them by incorporating the elements of the story into their lives. First, you'll listen to a story read by Miss Joan, then respond to questions that engage listening and comprehension skills, which finally tap into the child's creativity, and applications to their daily circumstances. Virtual tutoring with Miss Joan is now available at https://www.littlereaders6-8.com

Little Readers Ages 6-8 Joanne Avery

    • Kids & Family
    • 5.0 • 12 Ratings

The mission here is to instill a love of reading in our little readers. To broaden their experiences through and from reading. To make it real for them by incorporating the elements of the story into their lives. First, you'll listen to a story read by Miss Joan, then respond to questions that engage listening and comprehension skills, which finally tap into the child's creativity, and applications to their daily circumstances. Virtual tutoring with Miss Joan is now available at https://www.littlereaders6-8.com

    The Day the Kids Took Over (S.E.L.)

    The Day the Kids Took Over (S.E.L.)

         The Day the Kids Took Over  written by Sam Apple, illustrated by Julie Robine, and published by JIMMY Patterson Books, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, a division of Hachette Book Group Inc. in 2021.
         Listeners will discover the meaning of compromising, and how to resolve disputes through this story.
         

    • 8 min
    Who Will Kiss the Crocodile?

    Who Will Kiss the Crocodile?

    Who Will Kiss the Crocodile? written by Suzy Senior, with illustrations by Claire Powell, and published originally in Great Britain by Little Tiger Press Ltd. & the U.S. by Tiger Tales Books in 2022.
       A modern version of Sleeping Beauty that will delight little readers with its rhyming cadence and happy ending!

    • 8 min
    Splat the Cat and the Lemonade Stand (S.E.L.)

    Splat the Cat and the Lemonade Stand (S.E.L.)

    Splat the Cat and the Lemonade Stand ; A Level 2 I Can Read Book, created by Rob Scotton, with cover art by Rick Farley, and Laura Driscoll, with pictures by Robert Eberz, published by Harper Collins Children's Books, a division of Harper Collins Publishers, in 2019.
              This is a story is about summer fun for two friends.   Splat and Spike learn to enjoy working together, and learn responsibility in this venture.  Listeners might also discuss goal setting after hearing this story.

    • 8 min
    Flat Stanley and the Bees

    Flat Stanley and the Bees

    Flat Stanley and the Bees, created by Jeff Brown, story by Lori Haskins Houran, with pictures by Macky Pamintuan and published by Harper Collins Children's Books, a division of Harper Collins Publishers in 2019.
              This is a perfect story of summer fun with Stanley, Arthur, and their friends!   The episode encourages listeners to retell the story by highlighting story elements that promote comprehension.

    • 10 min
    Good Driving, Amelia Bedelia

    Good Driving, Amelia Bedelia

    Good Driving, Amelia Bedelia  is written by Herman Parish, with illustrations by Lynn Sweat, and published by Greenwillow  Books, a division of William Morrow & Company, Inc. in 1995.
              Back by popular demand- Amelia is loved by our listeners all over the globe!  Get ready to laugh out loud as you enjoy the antics of Amelia and Mr. Rogers trying to drive through the countryside!

    • 13 min
    Last Stop On Market Street (S.E.L.)

    Last Stop On Market Street (S.E.L.)

              Last Stop On Market Street  is written by  Matt De La Pena, with pictures by Christian Robinson and was published by Puffin Books, part of Penguin Random House of London, in 2015.
              This story of realistic fiction reminds us of the rewards that come from simply being kind, and that beauty is all around us.  Also, it reminds us that sharing is caring, and simple acts of kindness can make us feel good inside.

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

ReadingTeachersLounge ,

Best reading voice!!

My girls love these stories and I do too! As a reading teacher I love the content and especially the lessons. So wonderful! We love you Mrs. Joan! -Mary Buehl and daughters

Forzen Dad ,

My kid loves it!

Parents!! Do you want some peace in the car? Are you sick of the Frozen soundtrack but don’t know what else to play in the car? Little Readers is a great alternative! Check it out!!

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Little Readers

Great show for a little readers

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