I’m trying something new for this episode of the Read-Aloud Revival Podcast. Instead of interviewing a guest, I’m chatting with you one-on-one.

Something I hear about a lot is the struggle it can be to make the transition from picture books to chapter books and novels during read-aloud time. It’s something I’ve struggled with in the past, as well, and I’ve got a few ideas about how to make this as seamless and simple as possible.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• some quick tips for making the transition from picture books to chapter books
• my very favorite first novels and chapter books
• and tell you my #1 tippy-top recommendation of them all

Nope–not gonna tell ya. You have to listen to find out. ;)

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Books from this episode:

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Links from this episode:

• Sarah mentioned The Baldwin Project, where you can access free Thornton Burgess books.
• BooksShouldBeFree.com (now known as LoyalBooks) is a great site for accessing Thornton Burgess books along with other classics in the public domain. The Thornton Burgess Animal Book audio is here.
• One of Sarah’s favorite spots for locating booklists is Center for Lit.
• In RAR Podcast #2, Sarah interviews Adam Andrews of the Center for Lit about how to engage your children in books.
• In RAR Podcast #14, Sarah interviews Mystie Winckler about utilizing audiobooks in the home.