How to Use Children’s Literature to Engage Character Education Conversations
- August 26, 2021
- by Chelsea
Why You've Got to Listen to This Episode...
We’re talking about how you can use literature for creative conversations starters, tips for helping kids navigate anxiety with a new school year, and why we should always encourage curiosity!
Moments You Don't Want to Miss
- [1:33] Learn how Maria decided to transition from teaching to writing children’s books
- [5:33] Here’s why children’s lit is the perfect tool for teaching character education
- [7:20] These are some creative ways to build a life-long love of reading
- [22:22] Check out these tips for helping kids work through pandemic anxiety in the new school year
- [37:01] Ever wanted to write and publish a book? Start here!
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Links & Resources Mentioned
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- Check out ALL of Maria's books HERE
- Lunchbox Short on YouTube
- Children’s Writers and Illustrators Market
- The Spot Series by Diane Alber
- Two Grooms & a Cake by Rob Sanders
- Maddi’s Fridge by Lois Brant
- Just Ask: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You! by Sonia Sotomayor and Rafael López
Connect with Maria
Award-winning author and founder of the publishing company, Cardinal Rule Press, Maria Dismondy inspires and educates others in the book industry.
Her background in early education and research enables her to touch lives the world over while touring online as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences.
When Maria isn’t working, she can be found embarking on adventures throughout southeast Michigan and beyond, where she lives with her husband, three book-loving children and two puppies.
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