Celebrating Parenting, Pictures Books & Super Powers

On this episode of the Reading With Your Kids podcast, host Jed Doherty welcomes three exceptional children's book creators—Brigette Barrager, celebrated author and illustrator of "Whoooo Is Still Awake?", Dr. Mark Perloe, author of the heartwarming "Milo's Superpower" and Lauren Drago, author of The Greenfield Dragon. Listeners are treated to a fascinating conversation about the magic and power of children's books, the importance of family support, and nurturing creativity in young readers.

Brigette Barrager shares the heartfelt inspiration behind her latest bedtime story, "Whoooo Is Still Awake?", drawing from personal experiences as a mother of twins and her lifelong love of owls. She discusses the transition from creating books as a non-parent to crafting meaningful, rhythmic nighttime stories for her own children and others. Brigette emphasizes the significance of supportive families in fostering artistic confidence and provides uplifting advice for parents hoping to encourage creativity in their kids.

Jed also sits down with Dr. Mark Perloe, who draws on his career in medicine and family life to create "Milo's Superpower," a charming story that teaches children about kindness, the value of a smile, and finding their own superpowers. Dr. Mark talks about turning family anecdotes into empowering children’s narratives, the collaborative process of making a book, and the lasting impact of positive storytelling.

And Lauen Dragon, who first appeared on the show back in 2017, shares how special it was to turn one of her dad's stories into a beautiful picture book.     Tune in for inspiring insights, practical tips, and memorable stories from two passionate advocates for children’s literature.