In this inspiring episode, I continue my conversation with Jim Hodges on how to bring history to life with historical fiction. Highlights from this episode: how history can be told in a fun way through fictional characters historical fiction vs

TLC 013 : How to Give Your Kids a Natural Love for History with Jim Hodges – Part 1

Jan 22nd, 2020

Carefully selected stories can provide the perfect model for tackling the tough decisions life tosses our way. How better to prepare our kids than with a quality framework to do just that! In today’s episode, we’ll discuss the important role of

TLC 012 : Why You Should Never Stop Giving and Collecting Books

Jun 8th, 2019 26m 21s

Books provide deep emotional connections! In this episode, we’ll sort through some of the emotional connections that can be made only through real books. It’s not surprising that rare books are at the top of the list for collectors, young and o

TLC 011 : Small Things to Do with Your Kids That Impact History in a Big Way

Apr 23rd, 2019 10m 26s

On April 15, 2019, the world watched in shock as the Notre Dame Cathedral burned. Immediately, historians began to recognize a poignant threat to Western Civilization. In this episode, we’re reflecting on 850 years of history that were nearly l

TLC 010 : On Learning with Stories from History & Literature with Jim Weiss – Part 3 of 3

Oct 19th, 2018 43m 33s

Most people think that stories are only for children. Or worse, that classic literature is only for high school lit class or college English majors. In this episode, I introduce an award-winning professional storyteller who has changed all that

TLC 009 : On Learning with Stories from History and Literature with Jim Weiss – Part 2 of 3

Sep 16th, 2018 33m 5s

TLC 008 : On Learning with Stories from History and Literature with Jim Weiss – Part 1 of 3

Sep 4th, 2018 33m 38s

TLC 007: How to Cultivate Moral Imagination with Andrew Pudewa – Part 2 of 2

Aug 16th, 2018 30m 53s

This is part two of my interview with Andrew Pudewa! We’ll consider how children’s stories and fairy tales can teach virtue and truth. Highlights from this episode: truths learned from fairy tales how truths are communicated through literatur

TLC 006: How to Cultivate Moral Imagination with Andrew Pudewa – Part 1 of 2

Aug 7th, 2018 36m 38s

I had never heard of cultivating moral imagination until I sat through a live presentation by today’s guest. Thankfully, this essential life-giving trait is simple to accomplish with children. In this episode, I am pleased to introduce the on

TLC 005: FAQ – How Do I Get My Kids to Read?

May 3rd, 2018 24m 13s

Why is it that getting kids to read can be a little bit like pulling teeth? That was certainly the case for me when I was young. As I think back, this could have been so easily avoided! Here’s a whole episode dedicated to helping you take away

TLC 001a – Teaching Literature in the Classroom with Donna Seidman – Part 1 of 2

Mar 7th, 2018 27m 56s

If you find yourself teaching classic literature, you may need some fresh ideas on how to improve comprehension and help your students fall head over heels in love with books. Whether you teach in a traditional classroom, school at home, or snu

TLC 004: How to Achieve a Literary Education with Adam and Missy Andrews

Dec 16th, 2017 1h

In this episode, I am pleased to introduce Adam and Missy Andrews, the authors of Teaching the Classics! Highlights from this episode: how to confidently begin a literary education the definition of a classic why children’s picture books are th

TLC 003 : Strange Name for an Awesome Resource – The Great American Bathroom Book

Dec 10th, 2016 26m 26s

TLC 003: Strange Name for an Awesome Resource – The Great American Bathroom Book Learn how you can broaden your personal knowledge of an enormous collection of classics and topics. This three-volume set is one of my favorite power tools! On Epi

TLC 002 : Teaching Literature in the Classroom with Donna Seidman – Part 2 of 2

Oct 10th, 2016 29m 37s

Whether you teach in a traditional classroom, school at home, or snuggle with toddlers on the sofa, this message is for you! Listen as Donna and I finish our conversation… In Episode 002, you’ll learn: how Timeline of Classics can benefit class

TLC 001 : Teaching Literature in the Classroom with Donna Seidman – Part 1 of 2

Oct 4th, 2016

If you teach classic literature, you may need some fresh ideas on how to improve comprehension and help your students fall head over heels in love with books. Whether you teach in a traditional classroom, school at home, or snuggle with toddler

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