Worlds Awaiting

Follow Worlds Awaiting
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

Topics that help the rising generation discover literature and experience the world around them. Worlds Awaiting is a weekly program for grownups who care about children hosted by children's literature expert, Rachel Wadham, Education and Juvenile Literature Librarian at the BYU Library. Guests incl…

BYUradio


    • Aug 31, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 179 EPISODES


    Search for episodes from Worlds Awaiting with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from Worlds Awaiting

    Writing Process, Financial Literacy, and Popular Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2019 55:53


    Sharlee Glenn talks about her writing process. Financial planner, Gregg Murset discusses what it means to be financially literate. And music education professor, Brittany May chats about popular music in the classroom. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of "The Princess and the Warrior", listen to some author's tips, and gather around the Librarians' Table to talk about parenting readers.

    Historical Fiction, Telling Stories, and Language Impairments

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2019 53:18


    Lauren Tarshis talks about the differences between non-fiction and historical fiction. Randy Evenson, a professional storyteller, chats about how to encourage children to tell their own stories. And Martin Fujiki and Bonnie Brinton discusses how to identify and help children with language impairments. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a poetry reading, hear Ann Dee Ellis's personal writer's journey, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about scholarly communication.

    Historical Fiction, Family Reading, and Physical Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2019 56:23


    Candace Fleming talks about new historical fiction books for children. Joe Hadfield chats about his experiences reading with his family. And physical education professor, David Barney, discuses the importance of fitness. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of "Quangle Wangle's Hat", hear children's thoughts on reading, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about what it means to be an instruction librarian.

    Teen Reading, Historical Fiction, and STEM

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2019 56:39


    Petty Kittle talks about the importance of encouraging teenagers to read. Jennifer Nielsen chats about her historical fiction book, "Resistance". And James Porter discusses the impact of STEM education. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of "Rosie Revere Engineer", learn reading incentive strategies, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about analyzing children's literature.

    stem resistance table librarians jennifer nielsen
    Creative Writing, Music Literacy, and Reading with DNS

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2019 56:39


    Heather Price talks about her creative writing process. Music education professor, Brittany May chats about what it means to be music literate. And Vicki Ehlen, the director of the Wonderwood Academy, discusses how to encourage a love of reading for children with Down Syndrome. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of "Who Could That Be At This Hour?", learn about summer library programs, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about presentation skills.

    Illustrator's Process, READ Dogs, Children's Theater

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2019 53:49


    Bethanne Anderson talks about her book illustrator's process. Kathy Klotz chats about her READ Dog program. And Julia Ashworth, a theater education professor, discusses the behind the scene process of creating children's theater. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading Lewis Carroll's poem "The Jabberwocky", learn some writing tips from authors, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about representing "the other" within children's literature.

    Writing Process, Financial Literacy, and Popular Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019


    Historical Fiction, Telling Stories, and Language Impairments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019


    Historical Fiction, Family Reading, and Physical Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019


    Teen Reading, Historical Fiction, and STEM

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019


    Creative Writing, Music Literacy, and Reading with DNS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019


    Virtual Reality, and a Writer's Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2019 55:19


    John Pickavance, a researcher in cognitive science, discusses virtual reality within classrooms. Author Julie Berry talks about her writing process. Along with our interviews we’ll learn about summer programs at the Hogle Zoo, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about book recommendations for young children.

    Planetarium, Space Center, and Summer Reading

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2019 47:48


    James Porter, director of the Christa McAuliffe Space Center, discusses his educational space center for children. And Mary Bigler, an author and educator, talks about the importance of reading during the summer. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of the poem "The Fire Brigade", gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about helping incoming college freshman.

    Illustrator's Process, READ Dogs, Children's Theater

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019


    Virtual Reality, and a Writer's Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019


    Music, YA Books, and Attention Deficit Disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2019 57:27


    Music education professor, Brittany May chats about musical play. Author Martha Brockenbrough talks about a few of her books. And Annette Lyon discusses her experiences with attention deficit disorder. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of "Anne of Green Gables", learn some writing tips, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about race and gender in historical fiction.

    Planetarium, Space Center, and Summer Reading

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019


    Music, YA Books, and Attention Deficit Disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019


    Young Theater, Grimm Tales, and Decoding Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2019 56:19


    Theater Education professor, Julia Ashworth talks about theater for young audiences. Adam Gidwitz chats about his book series "A Tale Dark and Grimm". And Kathleen Brown of the University of Utah's reading clinic discusses word recognition instruction. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with book review of "When You Reach Me", learn some librarians' favorite books, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about academic librarians.

    Young Theater, Grimm Tales, and Decoding Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019


    Teen Writing, Adventure Novels, and Arts Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2019 57:05


    Author Penny Kittle discusses how to engage teenagers in writing. Matt Kirby chats about his book series "Dark Gravity Sequence". And storyteller Randy Evenson talks about the importance of arts education. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with book review of "Mr. Miniscule and the Whale", learn about mobile libraries, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about environmental literacy.

    Teen Writing, Adventure Novels, and Arts Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019


    Disability Advocacy, Historical Fiction, and Scientific Literacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2019 57:28


    Debut author, Amy Webb, talks about the importance of supporting those with disabilities. Lauren Tarshis discusses a new book in her series "I Survived." And professor, Duane Merrell, chats about scientific literacy. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of "Alice in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll, hear from "Thinking Aloud" Host, Marcus Smith, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about multilingual books.

    Disability Advocacy, Historical Fiction, and Scientific Literacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2019


    Alice in Wonderland, Literary Practices, and Illustrations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2019 55:07


    L.L. McKinney talks about her new Alice in Wonderland adaptation, "A Blade So Black". Nell Duke, a writer and researcher, discusses not so good literary practices. Julie Olson, an illustrator, chats about how illustrations tell a story. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of the poem "The Dance", explore a saying common among writers, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about book recommendations.

    Alice in Wonderland, Literary Practices, and Illustrations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019


    LitWorld, Illustrations, Visual Formats

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2019 56:31


    Pam Allyn talks about her organization, LitWorld. Illustrator Melissa Sweet chats about her illustration process. Kerry Soper discusses the importance of visual formats. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of "Thelma the Unicorn", learn about libraries on the sea, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about the summer slide.

    LitWorld, Illustrations, Visual Formats

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2019


    Biographies, Less Known Literature, and Female Scientists

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2019 57:50


    Author Candace Fleming talks about her biographies. Jamie Horrocks, an English professor, discusses less known children's literature. Rebecca Sansom, a chemistry professor, chats to females interested in science. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of "Gaston", listen to author tips, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about kids and teens.

    Biographies, Less Known Literature, and Female Scientists

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2019


    Classroom Practices, Autistic Spectrum, and a Writer's Path

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2019 55:30


    BYU Professor Dawan Coombs talks about classroom practices. Psychologist Don Cox discusses the autistic spectrum. And author Dustin Hansen chats about his path to become a writer. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of "My Father's Dragon", hear some book trivia, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about the book "Journey".

    Classroom Practices, Autistic Spectrum, and a Writer's Path

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2019


    Writing Forms, Author's Journey, and Reading Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2019 57:37


    Professor Steve Graham talks about new writing forms. Author Ariane de Bonvoisin discusses her journey to become an author. And Marne Isakson, a literacy expert, shares some good reading habits. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of "I am Human" by Susan Verde, learn more about today's history, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about popular children's books.

    Writing Forms, Author's Journey, and Reading Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019


    Early Readers, Family Reading, and Web Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2019 56:48


    Tracy Hecht talks about writing early reader books. Kathy Newton, a passionate reader, discusses the importance of reading in the family. And Lisa Cohne teaches us what makes a good web game. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a reading of "Mr. Jeremy Fisher", learn more about comics, and gather around the Librarians' Table to chat about why people love music.

    Early Readers, Family Reading, and Web Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019


    Board Games, Picture Books, and Art

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2019 56:11


    Brian Calhoun talks about his board game, "Chickapig", and his new book "Little Joe Chickapig". Lynda Palma, a museum educator, discusses art literacy for children. Along with our interviews we’ll have a special Easter themed storytime with a book review of "Egg", learn some local children's favorite books, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss dystopian books.

    Board Games, Picture Books, and Art

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2019


    Teaching with Pizzazz, Counting, Kate DiCamillo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2019 56:07


    Mary Bigler, esteemed educator, discusses how to teach children with pizzazz. Mathematician Alisa Belliston talks about counting with young children. Author Kate DiCamillo answers fan questions. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with poems by Janet Wong, hear some author tips, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss family history.

    Teaching with Pizzazz, Counting, Kate DiCamillo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019


    David Baldacci, Community Volunteering, Audio Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2019 57:23


    Author David Baldacci talks about his writing habits. James Porter from the Christa McAuliffe Space Center in Utah discusses volunteering in the community. Librarian Joella Peterson on the importance of audio books. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a book review of If I Never Forever Endeavor, step into the classroom to learn about the possibility of another planet, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss library events.

    David Baldacci, Community Volunteering, Audio Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2019


    Importance of Phonics, Statistics Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2019 56:30


    Elfrieda Heibert talks about phonics and their importance. Professor Shannon Tass discusses statistics. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with Robert Lewis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, take a glimpse at this day in history, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss singing.

    table librarian treasure island robert lewis stevenson
    Importance of Phonics, Statistics Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2019


    College Bridge Program, Hard Stories, Picture Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2019 56:52


    Vicki Ehlen talks about down syndrome and the Wonderwood College Bridge Program. Ann Dee Ellis shares how she tells hard stories. Blogger Amy Johnson talks about what makes a picture book good. Along with our interviews, we’ll have an extended storytime with Randy Evensen telling a true story about a run in with an alligator, and we'll step around the Librarian's Table to discuss school musicals.

    College Bridge Program, Hard Stories, Picture Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2019


    Diverse Writing, STEM Education, Word Painting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2019 52:45


    Author Wiley Blevins talks about writing for different grade levels. Professor Aaron Hawkins discusses STEM education. Philip Stead talk about how he chooses stories to write. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with a review of Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow by Jessica Day George, hear from some writers from the Life the Universe and Everything Writing Conference, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss literary classics.

    Diverse Writing, STEM Education, Word Painting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2019


    Dr. Seuss, Picture Books, Rhyming

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2019 56:01


    Roxanne Owens talks about Dr. Seuss on his birthday today. Bethanne Andersen discusses picture books and illustrations. Tim Wadham talks about his book on poems and rhyming. Along with our interviews we’ll have storytime with Bedtime in the Swamp by Kristyn Crow, hear some people attempting tongue twisters, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss family history libraries.

    Dr. Seuss, Picture Books, Rhyming

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2019


    READ Dogs, Science Teaching, Writing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2019 57:46


    Kathy Klotz talks about the impact of the READ Dogs program. Professor Duane Merrell discusses the importance of teaching science. Author Laura Vaccaro Seeger talks about what influences her writing. Along with our interviews we’ll have a review of the Mysterious Benedict Society by Rebecca Lambert, hear BYU Radio producer Rob Sanders talk about audio books, and gather around the Librarian's Table to discuss practicing music.

    Claim Worlds Awaiting

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel