Drawing You In with Brian Selznick
The Children's Book Podcast
Brian Selznick, illustrator of (Random House Books for Young Readers), reminds us that sometimes we need others to push us further than we alone think we can go. Visit Brian online at You can pick up your own copy of (Random House Books for Young Readers) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through Bookshop.org. You can also use my affiliate link by clicking on the book’s name in our show notes. I highly recommend checking out the audiobook of , , or any one of Andrew Clements’ classic books! They are available through and you can...
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The First Gift You’re Given with Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal
The Children's Book Podcast
Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal, author and illustrator of (Levine Querido), talk about the the first gift that you’re given in this world. Visit Lesléa online at Visit Susan online at You can pick up your own copy of (Levine Querido) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . I highly recommend checking out the audiobook of or, really, any of James’ books! They are available through and you can support independent bookstores in the process! For a full transcript, episode takeaways, quotes, and more, visit and search...
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Reaching Out In Grief and In Community with Amanda Davis
The Children's Book Podcast
Amanda Davis, author of (Worthy Kids), talks about the importance of community and of sharing with other people when navigating grief. Visit Amanda online at You can pick up your own copy of (Worthy Kids) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
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The Dynamic of Constant Change with James Ponti
The Children's Book Podcast
James Ponti, author of (Aladdin Paperbacks), talks about the dynamic of constant change in series fiction. Visit James online at You can pick up your own copy of (Aladdin Paperbacks) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . I highly recommend checking out the audiobook of or, really, any of James’ books! They are available through and you can support independent bookstores in the process! Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support...
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Queerness Represented in Fullness with Dr. Seema Yasmin
The Children's Book Podcast
Dr. Seema Yasmin, author of (Workman Publishing), diversity upon diversity and queerness represented in fullness. Visit Seema online at You can pick up your own copy of (Workman Publishing) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
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It’s Happening In Real Time with Maddie Frost
The Children's Book Podcast
Maddie Frost, illustrator and author of (Viking Books for Young Readers), talks about the graphic novel space and new female creators of comics coming out of the woodwork. Visit Maddie online at You can pick up your own copy of (Viking Books for Young Readers) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read...
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How We See Each Other with Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr
The Children's Book Podcast
Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr, author and illustrator of (Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers), talk about creating a nexus of goodwill and curiosity that draws into conversation people from all over the place. Visit Robbi and Matthew online at You can pick up your own copy of (Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or...
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Snapping Candids of Summer with Renée Watson and Bea Jackson
The Children's Book Podcast
Renée Watson and Bea Jackson, author and illustrator of (Bloomsbury Publishing), talk about capturing in book form all that summer brings back to you. Visit Renée Watson online at Visit Bea Jackson online at You can pick up your own copy of (Bloomsbury Publishing) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through Bookshop.org. Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the...
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Summer Episode Swap with Tree House Together
The Children's Book Podcast
In this Summer Episode Swap, Tree House Together hosts Kara and “T” ask, “Have you ever thought about how all the things you eat start with dirt?” Whether growing food to eat or flowers for beauty, gardening can be a rewarding and fun activity to do as a family. From earthworms to tools to the right amount of water, Kara and “T” talk about all the ingredients needed to help a garden to grow. Visit the Tree House Together podcast online at . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support...
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Curiosity Comes From Everywhere with Loren Long
The Children's Book Podcast
Loren Long, author illustrator of (Roaring Brook Press), talks about his contemplative exploration of the life of a bus. Visit Loren online at You can pick up your own copy of (Roaring Brook Press) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through Bookshop.org. Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
info_outlineJason Chin shares The Universe in You: A Microscopic Journey, a dive into the microscopic building blocks of life.
BOOK DESCRIPTION: The Universe in You: A Microscopic Journey by Jason Chin
Jason Chin, winner of the Caldecott Medal for Watercress, dives into the microscopic building blocks of life in this companion to the award-winning Your Place in the Universe.
In Your Place in the Universe, Jason Chin zoomed outward, from our planet, solar system, and galaxy to the outer reaches of the observable universe. Now, Chin reverses course, zooming in past our skin to our cells, molecules, and atoms, all the way down to particles so small we can't yet even measure them.
Like its companion, The Universe in You is a mind-boggling adventure that makes complex science accessible and enjoyable to readers of any age.
Impeccably researched, wholly engrossing, and with extensive backmatter for additional learning, The Universe in You is another knockout from the award-winning creator of Redwoods, Grand Canyon, and other distinguished works of nonfiction for young readers.
ADDITIONAL LINKS:
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Jason Chin website - jasonchin.net
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Purchase the Book - The Universe in You: A Microscopic Journey by Jason Chin
TALK ABOUT THE EPISODE:
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What is the biggest thing you know on Earth? What about the smallest? How does your size compare to these things?
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How does it make you feel to know that you are made of the same molecules and atoms that make up every single thing in the universe?
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What do you wonder about things bigger than you? What do you wonder about things smaller than you?
CREDITS:
This podcast episode of The Children’s Book Podcast was written, edited, and produced by Matthew Winner. For a full transcript of this episode, visit matthewcwinner.com.
Write to me or send me a message at [email protected].
Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (https://stebs.design/).
Our music is by Podington Bear.
Podcast hosting by Libsyn.
You can support the show and buy me a coffee at www.matthewcwinner.com.
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