154 episodes

Author Allison Tait and teacher-librarian-author Megan Daley, co-founders of the Your Kid’s Next Read community, talk books and reading for children of all ages. From board books and picture books, to junior fiction, middle-grade novels and YA blockbusters, they’ll help you find the perfect next book for the young readers in your life. Plus, practical tips on getting (and keeping) kids reading and writing, a whole lot of fun and … YKNR book question bingo.

Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley Your Kid's Next Read

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Author Allison Tait and teacher-librarian-author Megan Daley, co-founders of the Your Kid’s Next Read community, talk books and reading for children of all ages. From board books and picture books, to junior fiction, middle-grade novels and YA blockbusters, they’ll help you find the perfect next book for the young readers in your life. Plus, practical tips on getting (and keeping) kids reading and writing, a whole lot of fun and … YKNR book question bingo.

    YKNR 154: All about verse novels

    YKNR 154: All about verse novels

    Megan and Allison examine the rise and rise of verse novels: why verse novels are increasingly popular, why kids love them, how to read them and what to do with them in a classroom situation. Plus, a list of recommended verse novels and links to more!
    Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com
    Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook
    Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    • 37 min
    YKNR 153: 10 minutes with John Larkin

    YKNR 153: 10 minutes with John Larkin

    Allison interviews multi-award-winning author John Larkin about his latest novel 'Brittany & Co Take On Paris', hobby horses, and teaching creative writing. Plus, two highly recommended middle-grade novels and a heads up about World Bee Day.  
    Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com
    Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook
    Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    • 38 min
    YKNR 152: Insider’s Guide to Literary Festivals

    YKNR 152: Insider’s Guide to Literary Festivals

    Allison and Megan go behind the scenes of children’s literary festivals to discuss why parents/carers/educators should take young readers long, what makes a terrific author presentation, and how authors can get themselves on the program. Plus, Megan is fan-girling over one Australian author.
    Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com
    Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook
    Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    • 39 min
    YKNR 151: 10 minutes with Kate & Jol Temple

    YKNR 151: 10 minutes with Kate & Jol Temple

    Allison interviews dynamic writing duo Kate & Jol Temple about their brand-new junior graphic novel series FROG SQUAD, as well as writing together, great school talks and more. Plus, Megan has new audio book tips.
    Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com
    Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook
    Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    • 44 min
    YKNR 150: Ask Us Anything 2.0

    YKNR 150: Ask Us Anything 2.0

    Megan and Allison answer questions from the Your Kid's Next Read community, from how to enjoy poetry with young readers to how to convince a young writer their work needs editing. Plus, a new MG novel provokes a parenting debate.
    Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com
    Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook
    Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    • 43 min
    YKNR 149: 10 minutes with Nat Amoore

    YKNR 149: 10 minutes with Nat Amoore

    Allison interviews ‘bucket of fun’ children’s author Nat Amoore about the first instalment in her new junior fiction series ‘Showerland’. Plus, Megan is celebrating (and breaking the internet) and we’re having a special event!
    Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com
    Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook
    Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    • 44 min

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