Podcasts about national reading month

This week, our panelists are simply discussing what they've read lately, what they're currently reading, AND what they're looking forward to reading! March is National Reading Month and your library is here to help with some enticing recommendations! 

In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we're celebrating National Reading Month by exploring the role reading plays in strengthening our communities. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Susana Quintanilla, the founder and director of El Ballet Folklórico Estudiantil (EBFE). Tune in to hear how EBFE is preserving Mexican culture and empowering children through dance, music, and education, all while promoting literacy initiatives. Susana shares the importance of first-language literacy enrichment through cultural arts, highlights EBFE's Bilingual Book Parade series, and offers her top bilingual book recommendations for Reading Month. Discover how reading, culture, and the arts come together to shape brighter futures for our youth. Learn more about the Community Foundation of Greater Flint at cfgf.org and find out more about El Ballet Folklórico Estudiantil at ebfedance.org. Support the show

Celebrate Women's History Month and National Reading Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring members of the Tucson Sister in Crime who you can meet in their booth at the Tucson Festival of Books on March 15-16, 2025.  FEATURED GUESTS - Eva Eldridge: https://evaeldridge.com/  - Millicent Eidson: https://drmayamaguire.com/  - Anna Dalhaimer Bartkowski: https://annabartkowski.com/  - Kathy McIntosh: http://www.kathymcintosh.com/   - Paula F. Winskye: http://www.winskyebooks.com/   - Marty Eberhardt: https://martyeberhardt.com  - Lauryn Christopher: www.laurynchristopher.com   - Lori Pollard Johnson: https://www.facebook.com/lori.pollard.johnson.books   Learn more about the Tucson Sisters in Crime at https://www.tucsonsistersincrime.org/ 

Celebrate Women's History Month and National Reading Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio with guest cohost Johnny Schaefer, and special guests in the world of books, words, and writing. FEATURED PARTY GUESTS & SEGMENTS: – JOHNNY SCHAEFER cohost of Big Blend Radio's “Big Daily Blend” Show every 1st Sunday, is an award-winning singer-songwriter. Visit: https://hearjohnny.com/  - SHIRLEY SKUFCA HICKMAN - Author, memoirist, and educator. See on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00BFGEY7I  - GAYLA TURNER - Author of "Don't You Dare: Uncovering Lost Love." Visit: https://gaylaturner.com/  - ELIZABETH MASSIE - Author of novels, horror/suspense, short fiction, nonfiction, poetry, articles, media tie-ins, skits, historical fiction. See on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001HO4Q8A  - LINDA BALLOU - Travel writer and fiction / non-fiction author. Visit  https://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ and https://lostangeladventures.com/  - ARYN YOUNGLESS - Author, writer, writing coach, genealogist. Visit: https://asyounglessauthor.com/ and  https://www.genealogybyaryn.com + https://open.substack.com/pub/genealogybyaryn    –  SHARON K. KURTZ - Award-winning travel writer and photographer. Visit https://sharonkkurtz.com/  – GLYNN BURROWS - Family historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England. Visit: https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ 

March is National Reading Month! A time to cross off some of your long-held reading goals, like, say, finishing a door stopper! Today, we're talking about books with formidable page counts and how to not let them intimidate you! 

P.D. Blackwell is known for his amazing stories that take readers on thrilling adventures while also exploring deep themes. His latest book, "Chaos Rising," is out just in time for National Reading Month. It's a must-read that shows off his incredible talent for storytelling.To celebrate National Reading Month, P.D. Blackwell is taking a break from promoting his book to talk about why reading is so important. buy the book here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/somethingsomethingpodcast/support

This is part 2 of my interview with Jennifer Salgat, Director of Lake Odessa Community Library. In honor of National Reading Month, she not only shares tips on how to get your kids excited about reading but she gives great perspective on how your joy of reading doesn't have to be from sitting down and reading a book. 

Tune in to this episode of Statehouse Spotlights as we delve into the critical topic of adolescent literacy during National Reading Month. Hosts Tom Greene and Ashley Mullins will address the concerning social media trends among teachers, who are expressing frustration about the reading levels of their students, pose essential questions about how such literacy gaps could have developed, and highlight the role of pandemic-related school closures on the problem. We're excited to have Virginia Delegate Carrie Coyner and Indiana Senator Jeff Raatz on the show to share more about their work leading the charge to improve adolescent literacy post-pandemic. Join us as they highlight the significance of early intervention, personalized support and access to resources to address literacy challenges effectively, ensuring all students have the foundational skills needed for academic success and lifelong learning. If you'd like to listen to our previous episodes on early literacy, you can find them at the links below. Make sure to also visit www.earlyliteracymatters.org to learn more about what makes up an evidence-based comprehensive early literacy policy. Early literacy bipartisanship on the rise - ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights | Acast How smart policymakers handle struggling third-grade readers - ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights | Acast Remember to join the conversation on social media. Please also post to FFF social media. ExcelinEd in Action (@ExcelinAction) / X (twitter.com) ExcelinEd in Action (@excelinedinaction) • Instagram ExcelinEd in Action on Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reading to children has many benefits for their intellectual and emotional development. On Midday Edition Tuesday, KPBS hears about the challenges military families face during family reading time. Plus, a librarian explains the power of story time for kids and provides book recommendations.

March is National Reading Month, so here are 10 fantastic books to help you in your health goals. These books can drastically alter the way you perceive health and wellness. Ranging from treating food as a healing mechanism, harnessing the power of breathing techniques, maintaining positivity in challenging times, to coping with Hashimoto's, each book offers strategies for your health. With 10 remarkable book recommendations at your disposal, your health objectives are just a step away.   See the blog for links to all the books: https://healthwithhashimotos.com   FREE MINI-COURSE: Hashimoto's Decoded: In this free course you will learn what causes Hashimoto's, why you might have Hashimoto's. You will finish the course with clear steps to regain control of your health. Access the course within the Health with Hashimoto's app. Get the app here: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/get-the-app/   About This Podcast and Esther: The Health with Hashimoto's podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto's thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.   This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional.

“I don't have time to read…” -- “I don't know what to read…” -- “Can I just watch the movie version instead…” -- “Reading is just too much work…” -- “I don't like reading since it was forced when I was a kid…” According to national surveys, these are the top five reasons adults don't read regularly. March is National Reading Month. And while the focus is for all ages to enjoy reading, there's usually a bigger focus on children. But what about adults? Why should they read? How do you ditch the distractions or past experiences blocking you from reading? And how do we find reading material that will interest me? We got perspective from Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the CT Association of Public School Superintendents and an avid reader herself. Image Credit: Getty Images

March is National Reading Month! Sheryl Harrow-Yurach, Executive Director of Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan (formerly READ Saskatoon), joins Evan to discuss the importance of literacy and to share some tips to help instill a love of reading in your family members.

The House set to vote on a bill today that would ban Tik Tok amid concerns over national safety. Also, Hoda Kotb sits down one-on-one with Keith Morrison as he opens up about Dateline, his legacy, and his family. Plus, organization expert Janelle Cohen shares some great products to purchase for Spring cleaning. And, Sesame Street joins TODAY to celebrate National Reading Month. 

It has been said that we are the average of the five people we surround ourselves with. But what if I said you were the average of the last 5 books you read? What would your book stack say about you if it could talk? Today, I'm sharing a collection of books that would say you LOVE to read books about books, bookstores, libraries, authors and bookish people. It's perfect timing to celebrate National Reading Month, but any time is a good time to read about books…and spark us to read more of them. You'll find a few mentions of my favorite, a deeper dive into three books I've never shared and a couple books about books on my own personal TBR, too.  You'll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here.  Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Patreon community! Each month, we take a deep dive into one bookish theme and work to bring it to life in our own lives. You'll get bonus episodes, book calendars, live book club and notebook sessions, special events and much more. Learn more at www.getliterate.co.  Get your own Get Lit(erate). notebook to take notes on the books you want to read and notebook ideas you want to try! Follow Stephanie: Website   Facebook Twitter Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getliterate/message

Hey yall! March is National Reading Month so this episode is to encourage you all and ourselves to read more, for more than one benefit! As always, we hope you enjoy, subscribe, rate and share! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @bewell_thebrand or email us at at thebrand.bewell@gmail.com

Sara wants to visit as many national parks as possible...and we have some here in New York State. Find out about the history of the National Park System and the different types. Did you know that March is National Reading Month? Nicole is here with some tips on how to celebrate.

Hello and welcome back! On today's episode of the Orton-Gillingham Podcast, Katie and Esther share tips on how to “spring forward” through springtime burnout that affects teachers and students.   But first, we have a contest winner to announce!  March was National Reading Month and Brainspring rolled out a contest for a chance for listeners to win a $500 donation to a library of their choosing. To enter, listeners were to comment on our Facebook contest post the book they are currently reading. Names were collected and placed into festive Easter eggs to be drawn on this episode of our contest.   We drew the name, and the lucky winner is...   FRINZETTA BOMAN!   Congratulations, Frinzetta! Marketing will be reaching out to you soon to set up a donation of $500 to a library of your choosing from Brainspring.    Now back to the topic at hand. Have you ever experienced springtime burnout? Around this time of year, the weather is getting nicer (hopefully) and it's darker later, and teachers and students are preparing to finish up the school year. There's end of the school year meetings, events, testing, and if you're dealing with a senior in high school especially, all motivation has gone out the window. Because of this, it's important to take some time out of your busy schedules to take care of yourselves and de-stress. How exactly do we do that? We have some ideas! As you may have noticed, our hosts are dressed and ready for a spa day! They have their robes on, hair pulled back, and ready for some self-care. Join in on the fun by having your own spa day by breaking out the face masks, candles, and wine (for adults only, in moderation!) and get ready for a well-deserved break from springtime burnout chaos. Spa days not your thing? Don't worry, we have more ideas! Reading is a great way to escape from reality for a bit. If you are itching to keep your hands busy, you can try doodling or some children and adult coloring books as well. And another great way to keep your hands busy while de-stressing is gardening, which is perfect since Earth Day is just around the corner. It's also a great way to get some sunshine since the weather is nicer! If you are a canine lover, this next tip is PERFECT for you. Petting a dog can help de-stress after a long day, and we demonstrate with our furry friend, Gimbal! Gimbal is a sweet Australian Shephard who we had the pleasure of meeting in the studio. He was such a great costar for this episode! Last but certainly not least, one of the best ways to de-stress is just spending time with those closest to you. Get a group of friends together and play some games or partake in any of the ideas listed above! The big point we are trying to get across is that it is important to take some time to de-stress and take care of our mental health, especially during such a time where a lot of us are struggling with springtime burnout. In our next episode, we will be diving deeper into the subject of mental health and the importance of it, but for now we hope these tips will help you out!   Don't forget to check us out on our social media platforms to stay up to date on all Brainspring news and check out our YouTube channel to see footage of Gimbal with our hosts during this episode.   Have any questions or comments you would like to share? Make sure to reach out to us using the email below or send us a voicemail to be addressed in a future episode!   Thank you and see you next time!   Voicemail: www.speakpipe.com/ortongillinghampodcastvoicemail   Email: podcast@brainspring.com     Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/     Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainspringOG     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcwtIFnom15wnpE2Rlkmoiyg0tgDXqQNE     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainspring/    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/brainspringortongillingham     Website: https://brainspring.com    Hosts: Katie Hodgkins, Esther Moreau    Production Manager: Michael Flees    Soundboard: Brendan Kelly    Podcast Production/Marketing: Morgan MacKew    Marketing Intern: Elena Martin

As Women's History Month and National Reading Month comes to a close, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable achievements of women throughout history. One woman whose story deserves recognition is Shirley Verrett, an African American opera singer who broke barriers in the music industry.Verrett's life and career are chronicled in the book "I Never Walk Alone: The Autobiography of Shirley Verrett," co-written by today's guest, Dr. Christopher A. Brooks. This inspiring memoir details Verrett's journey from her humble beginnings in Louisiana to her rise as one of the most celebrated opera singers of her time. Throughout her career, Verrett faced many challenges, including racism and discrimination. She was often told that she could not perform certain roles because of the color of her skin. Despite these obstacles, Verrett persevered, paving the way for future generations of African American singers.As an internationally-recognized biographer, Christopher Brooks has produced several book-length manuscripts including I Never Walked Alone: The Autobiography of an American Singer (with the late Shirley Verrett, John Wiley 2003 now available in Kindle version, 2011); Follow Your Heart: Moving with the Giants of Jazz, Swing and Rhythm and Blues (with Joe Evans, University of Illinois Press 2008; second paperback edition, February 2011), and Dangerous Intimacy: Ten African American Men with HIV (with Christopher Coleman, Linus Publications, June 2009). In "I Never Walk Alone," Verrett shares her struggles and triumphs with candor and grace. Her journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of breaking down barriers. The book is filled with behind-the-scenes tales of this diva's great performances, roles, and collaborations, offering insight into her stormy personal relationships as well as her private struggles and critical decisions. Featuring forewords by such figures as Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Zubin Mehta, and Claudio Abbado, this richly detailed book paints a vivid picture of a magnificent survivor and an indelible artist known around the world as the black Maria Callas. Her story reminds us that, even in the face of adversity, we can achieve great things.Dr. Brooks provides valuable insight and context throughout the book. His contributions shed light on the cultural and historical significance of Verrett's accomplishments, and his collaboration with Verrett gives readers a deeper understanding of her story.As we celebrate the end of Women's History Month, let us remember the trailblazing women who have made a significant impact in their fields, like Shirley Verrett. Let us honor their achievements and continue to strive for a more equitable and just world for all.Become a Box Office Circle subscription member for access to the video with a presentation about the life of Shirley Verrett by Dr. Brooks!

We are closing out Women's History Month and National Reading Month with Shayla Lynch from The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning! Shayla joins us in the podlab to chat about the importance of art exposure, the TONS of programs happening at the Carnegie Center, and how success looks different to every woman, writer, and person. ... To learn more about The Carnegie Center and its programming, visit carnegiecenterlex.org For more information on BGCF, visit us at bgcf.org

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Prime Video.The webinar recording can be accessed here.In honor of National Reading Month and National Write Your Story Day, Prime Video is excited to bring together award-winning authors to share their best advice with educators in cultivating young writers' storytelling skills. Join us on March 13th for Developing Storytellers: A Conversation with Acclaimed Authors and Filmmaker from Judy Blume Forever. Launching on April 21st, the documentary Judy Blume Forever highlights one of the most renowned and influential authors of our time, Judy Blume. Known for her candid and authentic voice that resonates with children and adults alike, Judy Blume Forever captures and celebrates the need for authors of all ages to own their voices and tell their stories. Come hear from featured film participants Co-Director Leah Wolchok, celebrated author Pat Scales, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Cecily von Ziegesar to discover ways to build strong writers and to promote artistic creative expression in your classrooms. Listen for an inspiring conversation about creative writing, storytelling, and a love for all books.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Welcome to Share The Tea Tuesday's! Trace Wilkins Francis, author, and owner of Annie Jean Publishing Company is today's special guest. Reading is crucial in every child's life and March is National Reading Month. Listen to her journey of becoming a creative business owner and the author of several books. Bless a child with any or all the books of The Real Life Adventures of Jo Jo Bean and check out her tools for parents to help your child(ren) learn to enjoy reading. Visit her website: www.tracewilkinsfrancis.com and follow her on social media. Thank you for listening to Share The Tea Tuesday's. Every Tuesday we are Talking, Advocating, Listening, and gaining Knowledge. Follow Share The Tea, LLC on social media at @sharetheteawithv. Be Intentional, Insightful, and IMPACTful in everything you do. See you next week. #ShareTheTea #Live2Learn #Podcast #TeaTuesday --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sharetheteawithv/message

The Alamo has kicked off National Reading Month with the Guinness World Record Book, I Am Texas!, the seven-foot book that captures what the Lone Star State means to 1,000 young Texans in grades 3-12 from more than 80 school districts through stories, poetry, and artwork. Now through April 30, visitors can read about Texas from a child's perspective in the “largest published book in the world,” housed on the ground floor of the Crockett Building across from the historic Church at 300 Alamo Plaza in San Antonio.Article Link

Three Rivers Public Library Director Bobbi Schoon returns to Keep Your Voice Down to discuss the library's involvement with the Smithsonian's Spark! Places of Innovation program. Spark! explores the unique combination of places, people, and circumstances that sparks innovation and invention in rural communities. The Three Rivers Library will be hosting its very own exhibit alongside a traveling Smithsonian exhibit that will make its way to the library this summer. Alek, Doug, and Bobbi also discuss Women's History Month, National Reading Month, and the myriad of ways citizens of Three Rivers can engage with the library. The show's theme is “Howling at the Moon” by D Fine Us, and this week's outro music is "King of Cups” by Jim Swim. You can support Keep Your Voice Down with a donation here.

Hello and welcome back! On today's episode of the Orton-Gillingham Podcast, we are speaking with special guest Jeanine Cyrwus about Dyslexia in D.C.   Jeanine has an M.Ed. in Special Education and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Education Leadership. She also has a Dyslexia Advocacy Certificate from the Dyslexia Training Institute. Jeanine has an impressive 20 years of experience in the field of Special Education, with her focus being on learning difficulties and dyslexia. Positions that Jeanine has held include Classroom Special Education Teacher, Learning Specialist, Language Arts Coordinator at Oakwood School, and most recently, the Director of Outreach and Literacy at Oakwood School. When asked about her passion, Jeanine responded, “I'm a mother to a child with dyslexia, dysgraphia and ADHD and I know what it's like to see your child struggle to read, not get appropriate intervention, and watch as this impacts their self-esteem.”   Jeanine joins us today to talk with us about her time in D.C. attending a Congressional Dyslexia Panel. In this panel, members of the Senate and Congress discussed the 21st Century Dyslexia Act. This bill will allow students to be identified by their school as students with dyslexia and will get them the specialized help they need to succeed.   So, what is the status of this bill, and why hasn't it been passed yet? Jeanine goes through the ins and outs with our hosts and shares what you as a listener can do to help move this bill along and get it passed. Check the links below to see how to contact your state legislators about passing the 21st Century Dyslexia Act today!   DON'T FORGET! In honor of National Reading Month, the Orton-Gillingham Podcast has launched a contest. All you have to do is go to our Facebook page at the link below and comment on this post what you are currently reading, and your name will be entered into a drawing to win a $500 donation to a library of your choosing. Hurry, because the contest ends on March 13th!   Contest Facebook Post   We want to thank Jeanine Cyrwus for joining us today and to remind everyone to make sure to check the links below for the resources discussed in today's episode. Have any questions or comments you would like to share? Make sure to reach out to us using the email below or send us a voicemail to be addressed in a future episode! Also make sure to follow us on all social media and check out our YouTube for visual resources.   Thank you and see you next time!    Oakwood School  21st Century Dyslexia Act IDEA Act Phonics First® Level I In-Person Course - Annandale, VA July 24-28, 2023 (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM EST)  National Center on Improving Literacy Decoding Dyslexia  Decoding Dyslexia VA – Action Alert Campaign    List of Senators and Congressmen and women supporting the 21st Century Dyslexia Act    Senate:  Senator Cassidy - Louisiana  Senator Kennedy - Louisiana  Senator Scott – South Carolina  Senator Graham – South Carolina  Senator Braun - Indiana  Senator Hickenlooper - Colorado     Congress:  Rep. Westerman - Arkansas  Rep. Brownley - California  Rep. Bucshon - Indianna  Rep. McGovern - Massachusetts  Rep. Palazzo- Mississippi  Rep. Golden - Maine  Rep. Manning – North Carolina    Voicemail  Email     Facebook    Instagram    Twitter    YouTube    LinkedIn  Linktree    Website     Hosts: Katie Hodgkins, Esther Moreau    Production Manager: Michael Flees    Soundboard: Brendan Kelly    Podcast Production/Marketing: Morgan MacKew    Marketing Intern: Elena Martin  

https://www.lucybyrdhope.com/ https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Daily-Alignment/Lucy-Byrd-Hope/9781637586594 https://www.canva.com/design/DAFYz8O1DRk/awfkSr3knA3ZQDe-UvmaMw/view?utm_content=DAFYz8O1DRk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink She has a new book out in pre-sales now called Daily Alignment. (hits stores March 28: Target. Barnes & Noble, Walmart, BooksaMillion, and so much more). The book teaches people how to move from surviving to thriving with these eighty-five coping skills geared to help you build a foundation of healthy physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual habits. She speaks at Al-Anon, cancer centers, & many Mind Body Spirit Expos. This book is also fantastic for therapists to have on hand to teach clients more skills. The foreward was written by Celebrity TV Personality, healer, and breathwork facilitator Ali Levine. This book is fantastic for those coping with stress. anxiety, depression, and life dramas. March has World Bipolar Day, Self-Harm Awareness Day, National Reading Month. April has World Health Day, and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, all of which would flow with the timing of the book release on March 28.

Motorists in Austell pulled over for faulty tail lights, broken rearview mirrors or other damage to their cars could now be in for a gift card instead of a ticket. Thanks to a partnership between Advance Auto Parts and the Austell Police Department, officers responsible for traffic citations have $500 worth of gift cards from the auto shop. Instead of making drivers pay, the city will pay drivers to be safer on the road, giving them a gift card to fund repairs so that they comply with the law. Austell Police Chief Scott Hamilton was joined by other officers in the city's police department Thursday at the Advance Auto Parts on Veterans Memorial Highway to announce the collaboration. Mark Strenta, an Advance Auto Parts vice president, said this is the company's first partnership with any Cobb city, and the first to happen in one west of Atlanta. Advance Auto Parts already has similar partnerships with Sandy Springs and Lilburn, and Strenta hopes to expand to Peachtree City soon. Cobb County leaders were in the schools Thursday to read to students as part of Read Across America Day. Established by the National Education Association in 1998, Read Across America now offers year-round programming to encourage reading among students, and it does so by promoting books that students can both see themselves reflected in, as well as those that present experiences that may be different from their own. It also still marks March 2 as Read Across America Day, and all of March is National Reading Month. Smyrna Mayor Derek Norton read to fourth-grade students at Norton Park Elementary to recognize the event. As part of her “Read Across Cobb tour,” Cobb school board Nichelle Davis read to “Smyrna Elementary STARS” to celebrate the day. Another Cobb school board member, Leroy Tre' Hutchins, read to students at Riverside Elementary in Mableton.  Kennesaw State used three straight 3-pointers deep into the shot clock, including what may have been the biggest shot in the program's Division I history, to hold off Lipscomb 80-71 in the semifinals of the ASUN tournament at the KSU Convocation Center on Thursday. The Owls will now host the conference championship game for the first time. They will get a rematch with co-regular season champion Liberty on Sunday at 3 p.m. with the winner earning the automatic bid into the NCAA tournament. It will be the first time KSU will play in the title game, and it will be the first game to be shown on national television from the Convocation Center, as ESPN 2 will broadcast it. If the Owls win on Sunday, they will clinch a spot in the NCAA tournament for the first time since the program moved to Division one. The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, stretching along the river for 48 miles through metro Atlanta, posted its highest ever number of visitors in 2022, the National Park Service announced Thursday. Some 3.5 million people are estimated to have visited the recreation area last year, representing an increase of about 9% from 2021. That outpaces the river's park service neighbor in Cobb, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, which had about 1.3 million visitors in 2022. Among all National Park Service units nationwide, the Chattahoochee ranked 21st in attendance. The park service said to avoid crowds, visitors are advised to visit NPS dot gov. A Cobb County police officer was involved in a car wreck Thursday morning. Police spokesperson Shenise Barner said the collision occurred around 7 a.m. near Atlanta Road at Bingham Street, in the Fair Oaks area. There were complaints of minor injuries, but Barner said this was not a “major crash.” Cobb's Selective Traffic Enforcement Unit is investigating the incident. The Kennesaw Parks & Rec Department will have the annual Bunny Breakfast on April 1 at the Ben Robertson Community Center in Kennesaw. There will be two seatings available: 8 to 9:15 a.m. and 10 to 11:15 a.m. Attendees will be treated to a buffet including hot and ready pancakes, scrambled eggs and sausage, as well as a medley of fresh fruit and breakfast sweets. Everyone's favorite cottontail will be making his way from table to table to say hello to all the boys and girls. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own camera to capture photos with the Easter Bunny. Tickets are $8 per person and can be purchased online or at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Advance purchase is required. Tickets are non-refundable after March 24. Children ages two and under do not need a ticket if they will be sitting in laps. New this year, experience the beauty of Smith-Gilbert Gardens at the annual Egg Hunt on April 1 with a combo Bunny Breakfast/Egg Hunt ticket. The Egg Hunt is open to children up to nine years of age. 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A wonderful message for us all this National Reading Month! Please subscribe here & YouTube! https://youtube.com/@karlareadstheclassics217 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karla3507/message

ChicagoBroadcastingNetwork.com encourages you to investigate the lives and works of some notable Chicago women as well  as a specific few who have  made a significant impact on Chicago's literary history. Their works continue to inspire us today, and we celebrate them and all women during National Reading Month and National Women's History Month.

Nanny Miss Monique is THE resource for diverse and inclusive children's book recommendations, so we had a chat with her about her career path, her full life and her passion for early literacy. She mentions authors Vanessa Brantley-Newton, Lauren Child, Dapo Adeola, Halley Adelman and Jessie Sima. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anannyslife/support

Jennifer Sampson, McDermott-Templeton President & CEO, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas talks to KRLD's David Johnson

March is National Reading Month and Dan has a message to his audience.

Welcome back to The Eagle's View, this is a podcast from the students at Emerson School in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This month is Women's History Month! – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in history. Also, in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday, March is designated as National Reading Month - a month to motivate Americans of all ages to read every day. This month we will be celebrating both each week. This week we have fourth grader Jeffrey giving us one of his heroes in Science, Nobel Prize Winner Marie Curie. Fifth grader Jack shares the cultural impact of Rosa Parks. Emerson Eagles share some of their book recommendations. Fourth graders Bella and Ruby bring us the exciting conclusion of “Strangers to Friends” and as always The Joke of the Week. Enjoy!

Literacy Pros spearheaded by Dr. Jennifer Blalock is featured for National Reading Month

“White passing” and “white presenting” are terms you've probably heard before when people are talking about being multi-racial, but what do they even mean? And where did they come from?   I talked to Dr. Gabriel Cruz, a lecturer in the communications studies department at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, about this topic.   Dr. Gabriel A. Cruz received his Ph.D. From Bowling Green State University and focuses his research on intersectional critical race analysis of popular culture as well as white nationalist rhetoric. His work appears in multiple books and journals, as well as his pop-culture podcast “Office Hours With Dr. C.”   I came across Dr. Cruz through the work he shares on TikTok (@dr._c) and Instagram (@gacruz_phd). If you don't follow him already, you should. His videos tackle topics in a way that makes them easy to understand and easy to share with others in your life. I've learned so much from him, both on social media and through this interview.   In this episode, Dr. Cruz explains: Where the term “white passing” comes from. The difference between “white passing” and “white presenting.” How to talk to children about their privilege as “white passing” individuals while also affirming their identity/struggle as someone who is multi-racial. Where white presenting people fit into the conversation about cultural appropriation.     Ally Elementary   Parents have been asking for a practical, interactive way to implement the anti-racist strategies that I lay out in the First Name Basis Podcast. So on March 29th Ally Elementary registration opens up again! And we're also excited to announce that we will be launching our new program, Ally Elementary Jr., for kids in preschool through second grade at the same time.   During this five-week program parents will work together with their children to create a culture of anti-racism in their home, and I will be there to guide them every step of the way. We will use hands-on activities to teach our children about everything from the untold story of how race was created to how they can disrupt racism in their everyday lives. I am so excited to watch the families in our community make a meaningful transformation and improve their communities through anti-racist action. To join our waitlist and be notified when registration is open, visit firstnamebasis.org/allyelementary   Diverse Book Challenge   It's National Reading Month, and we want to help you celebrate!   For years, National Reading Month and Read Across America Day has been celebrated on or near March 2, which is Dr. Seuss' birthday. The day has served not only as a time to encourage children to read, but as a day to honor and revere Dr. Seuss — which, because of his racist work and attitudes, is inappropriate.   The sentiment behind this celebration — fostering a love of reading in children and emphasizing resources available to help facilitate that — has always been and will always be important, but it is time to pivot in how we celebrate this holiday.   First Name Basis is here to help. We've compiled resources to help you and your kiddos celebrate reading with an emphasis on authors and books that encourage inclusivity and highlight diversity.    Trust me, this is a resource you're going to want!   Click here to get the resources sent straight to your inbox.     Articles, Studies, & Podcasts Referenced in the Episode   Dr. Gabriel Cruz's Instagram account (@gacruz_phd)   Dr. Cruz's TikTok account (@dr._c)   Dr. Cruz's podcast “Office Hours With Dr. C” on Apple Podcasts and Spotify    The TikTok video by Dr. C that inspired this episode    Study “Passing for White: A Study of Racial Assimilation in a South African School” (1970)   Study by The National Bureau of Economic Research “The Fluidity of Race: “Passing” in the United States, 1880-1940”  (2015)   Stuart Hall, “The father of modern cultural studies”   Song Credit: “Sleeper” by Steve Adams” and “Dive Down” by VYEN  

To celebrate National Reading Month, Olympic champion and founder of Always Dream, Kristi Yamaguchi, joins Khan Academy Kids Founder, Caroline Hu Flexer on this episode of Khan Academy Ed Talks. They talk about we can get children excited about reading and share tips for young kids ages 2-8. Streamed live on March 3, 2022. See […]

When something tragic happens, we often look to those around us — whether it's people we know in real life, people we listen to on the news or people we follow on social media — to help us process and understand what's going on.    And there's a phrase I've seen pop up over and over again among influencers (specifically white people on social media who consider themselves parenting experts) that makes me want to lose my mind.   “What you need to be doing right now is loving your children.”   Don't get me wrong: Loving your family is and always will be important. But when they say that, are they encouraging you to do anything differently than what you are already doing? To change anything? To take action to make the world a better place?   If your favorite parenting expert is telling you to do nothing and you believe them, you're selling yourself short.    What I want to help you see through this episode is loving your family and activism go hand in hand. You have so much power to model what it means to be an activist, to teach your children to make a difference and to invite them to take action right along with you — all of which is one of the best things you can do for these little humans that you love so dearly.   Diverse Book Challenge   It's National Reading Month, and we want to help you celebrate!   For years, National Reading Month and Read Across America Day has been celebrated on or near March 2, which is Dr. Seuss' birthday. The day has served not only as a time to encourage children to read, but as a day to honor and revere Dr. Seuss — which, because of his racist work and attitudes, is inappropriate.   The sentiment behind this celebration — fostering a love of reading in children and emphasizing resources available to help facilitate that — has always been and will always be important, but it is time to pivot in how we celebrate this holiday.   First Name Basis is here to help. We've compiled resources to help you and your kiddos celebrate reading with an emphasis on authors and books that encourage inclusivity and highlight diversity.    Trust me, this is a resource you're going to want!   Click here to get the resources sent straight to your inbox.   Ally Elementary   Ally Elementary registration opens up again on March 29, and we're also excited to announce that we will be launching our new program, Ally Elementary Jr., for kids in preschool through second grade at the same time.   To join our waitlist and be notified when registration is open, visit firstnamebasis.org/waitlist.   Articles, Studies, & Podcasts Referenced in the Episode   First Name Basis Podcast, Season 3, Episode 20: “5 Tips for Talking to Children About News”   First Name Basis Podcast, Season 2, Episode 6: “The Untold Story of Dr. Seuss”   First Name Basis Podcast Season 2, Episode 5: “A Conversation With My Dad About Black History Month” with my dad Ken Clark   First Name Basis Podcast, Season 2, Episode 26: “My Working Mom: Chasing Her Dreams” with my mom Dr. Leslie Telfer   First Name Basis Podcast, Season 3, Episode 17: “Ask Dr. Leslie Telfer (aka my mom)”   First Name Basis Podcast, Season 3, Episode 15: “A Survival Guide for Women in Male-dominated Fields” with my sister, Nina Clarke-Telfer   First Name Basis Podcast, Season 3, Episode 21: “How to Teach Media Literacy to Our Children”   “How to Raise a Reader” by Pamela Paul and Maria Russo of The New York Times   “Role Model the Behavior You Want to See From Your Kids” by Amy Morin   Support Ukrainian People With Disabilities in Crisis   Comprehensive List of Various Resources for Supporting Ukraine and for Ukrainians Fleeing During the Crisis   Lost and Found Club   Song Credit: “Sleeper” by Steve Adams” and “Dive Down” by VYEN

Racism is traumatizing no matter what, but when it manifests itself in your personal relationships, it is crushing.   Dr. Lucretia Berry, an anti-racist educator, author, scholar and mother to three little girls, joined me on the podcast earlier this week to discuss the need to talk to our kids about race before something bad happens, but we also found ourselves talking about how to redefine relationships after racism. It didn't quite fit with the focus of my first episode with Dr. Berry, but the wisdom she imparted was too good not to share with you.   It's a conversation I needed to hear, and I know it will help you as you navigate your relationships, boundaries and safety as well.   Diverse Book Challenge   National Reading Month is coming up in March, with National Read Across America Day traditionally celebrated on March 2.   For years, Read Across America Day has been celebrated on or near March 2, which is Dr. Seuss' birthday. The day has served not only as a time to encourage children to read, but as a day to honor and revere Dr. Seuss — which, because of his racist work and attitudes, is inappropriate.   The sentiment behind this celebration — fostering a love of reading in children and emphasizing resources available to help facilitate that — has always been and will always be important, but it is time to pivot in how we celebrate this holiday.   First Name Basis is here to help. We've compiled resources to help you and your kiddos celebrate reading with an emphasis on authors and books that encourage inclusivity and highlight diversity.    Trust me, this is a resource you're going to want!   Click here to get the resources sent straight to your inbox.   Bite-sized Black History  Bite-sized Black History is a program that empowers you to teach the little ones you love about brilliant Black Americans who have been largely overlooked by our history books. We featured 12 different people in Season 1 of the program and are featuring 12 all new Black Americans in Season 2. Season 2 is live, invest today! Use code BLACKHISTORY5 to get $5 off until Feb 28, 2022 at 11:59pm! Buy Bite-Sized Black History!   Articles, Studies, & Podcasts Referenced in the Episode   Dr. Lucretia Berry on Instagram (@lucretiaberry)    Brownicity's website   Brownicity on Instagram (@brownicity)   “Hues of You: An Activity Book for Learning About the Skin You Are In,” by Dr. Lucretia Berry   Dr. Berry's TedX talk (“Children will light up the world if we don't keep them in the dark”)  

You're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial.  Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now, some trivia. Did you know that acclaimed composer, Wendy Carlos, was born in Pawtucket? She attended Brown and helped develop the first commercially available keyboard synthesizer. In addition to composing the scores to A Clockwork Orange, The Shining, and Tron, she won three grammy awards for her electronic album, “Switched-On Bach” which brought electronic music into the mainstream.    It's Friday and almost the weekend. Today, the Bill Memorial Library is hosting one of their 31 days of stories to celebrate national reading month at 11am.  Head over to https://www.billmemorial.org to reserve your child's spot and find out what book they'll be reading today. Next, We're continuing our series of great weekend hikes in and around Westerly. Find a quiet spot to go for a hike with the Westerly Land Trust. Whether you head to the Avondale Farm Preserve, Barlow Nature Preserve, or other great places to take a walk, you can find maps and directions at westerlylandtrust.org. Lastly, it's a new year and we've seen just how important journalism over the past few years. Remember that reporting the local news is an important part of what it means to live here. Head over to Westerlysun.com and help us tell the stories of our community each and every day. Digital access starts at just 50 cents a day and makes all the difference in the world. Are you interested in a new opportunity? Look no further, we're here again with another new job listing. Today's posting comes from the US Customs and Border Protection. They're looking for full-time border patrol agents. Pay is competitive and there are opportunities for overtime.  If you're interested, you can read more and apply by using the link in our episode description. https://www.cbp.gov/careers/border-patrol-agent-apply-now Today we're remembering the life of Nancy Elizabeth Keegan, 81, of Westerly. Born in Warwick, Nancy began her working years at Kent County Hospital in Warwick and later worked for South County Lab, several area physicians and retired from the reservations department at Foxwoods. She was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished time spent with her family. She will be dearly missed by her five children, her 11 grandchildren, and her great granddaughter Riley Piccolo. Thank you for taking the time today to remember and celebrate Nancy's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa dives into more book titles for National Reading Month and also shares a message that came through her own Akashic Records for 3/15/2021-4/15/2021. Get clarity for the next month and check out the book titles below!!www.lisa-renee.comlisareneeintuitivehealer@gmail.comAnxiety Free with Food, by Liana Werner-GrayI AM... Positive Affirmations for Brown Boys, by Ayesha Rodriguez100 Days of Real Food, by Lisa LeakeBy the Moon, A Quote Book by Spirit Daughter, Jill WintersteenFor Akashic Records Level 1 Training Workshop Info:lisareneeintuitivehealer@gmail.comTo receive Lisa's newsletter:lisareneeintuitivehealer@gmail.com

We discuss the Texas A&M Commerce partnership, the delivery of Chromebooks for all scholars, National Reading Month and more with CHISD Board President Cheryl Wesley.

Join Lisa on this episode as she shares some of her favorite books for National Reading Month!! AND....listen in as Lisa talks a little about the big challenge that has been fueling her creative process lately. You can actually take part in this adventure!The Book of Love and Creation, A Channeled Text by Paul SeligThe Empath's Survival Guide, by Judith Orloff, MDMedicinal Herbs A Beginner's Guide, by Rosemary GladstarWhatever Happened to Sunday Dinner? by Lisa Caponigrilisareneeintuitivehealer@gmail.comwww.lisa-renee.comwww.thesylvanwell.com

Episode 67 - Read Across America - Library / Book related reading selections The Bookshop of the Broken Hearted by Robert Hillman and The Library Book by Susan Orlean   This entire month is National Reading Month and the first week in March is Read Across America - celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Read Across America was launched in 1998 by the National Education Association (NEA) and guided by a committee of educators; NEA’s Read Across America is the nation’s largest celebration of reading. While it is a year-round initiative, every month in March has special programming to encourage children to read. Here is an example of week one this year: 8 non-Seuss ideas for celebrate Read Across America Monday: Read a book about families. Tuesday: Read a funny book. Wednesday: Read a book about an inspiring leader. Thursday: Read an #ownvoices book. Friday: Read a book that celebrates books.   Don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter here.   Tami Read The Library Book by Susan Orlean Amie Read The Bookshop of the Broken Hearted by Robert Hillman Central Library Los Angeles, California The Richard J. Riordan Central Library in downtown Los Angeles is both a leading public research library and a major architectural landmark. Comprised of the original 1926 library now called the Goodhue Building and a 1993 addition named for former mayor Tom Bradley, it ranks with the Bradbury Building and Union Station as a treasure of the city’s historic downtown. The library has been designated a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument (#46) and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The images on our website are of the exterior, highlighting the tiled pyramid with the light of learning at its apex. Next are three images of the fire both internal and external. Susan Orlean is pictured displaying one of the damaged books that was kept in the library and the final two images are interiors after the building was restored. Click HERE for a link to a YouTube video interview with two librarians that worked at Central Library at the time of the fire. Books Mentioned Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado-Perez Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie Mr. Penumbra's 24 hour Bookstore by Robin Sloane The Book Charmer by Karen Hawkins Harry's Trees by Jon Cohen The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George  Great Expectations by Charles Dickens Crime and Punishment by Fydor Dostoyevsky  Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell 1984 by George Orwell  Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev Sites Mentioned The Last Bookstore in Los Angeles, California - this place looks PHENOMENAL (Road Trip!) The UCLA Library - Ray Bradbury wrote Fahrenheit 451 at this library Media Mentioned Ray Bradbury video from THE BIG READ - great video!  Read Across America - National Education Association - FAQ’s here Dr. Seuss's Birthday Bookmarks on Etsy Silver Spoon Book Mark  Check out our patreon page and become a supporter—early access to all episodes, fun videos, polls, exclusives…it’s all on patreon.

This time on Raving Geeks, Hope, Isaac and Brendan get geeky about some of their favorite books and literary headcanons in preparation for National Reading Month.

To kick off National Reading Month we are about to give you all the SEL tips you need for a Monday. Kim Gameroz of SELebrate Goods shares her tips for teachers and parents on how to incorporate SEL strategies in your classroom or home. Of course we chat about different picture books to you too! You might smile the whole episode warning you now! Side note: We recorded this episode this summer so there are a few edits I need to make. Kim now calls Texas her home and has created a new platform to help teachers and parents get unstuck with the hard stuff and celebrate the growth in our lives. Find Kim Gameroz HERE and HERE! Open The Magic, Courtney Hinshaw -------Come hang out!-------- @ramonarecommends {instagram} Magic Wear Shop Ramonarecommends.com

Today's guest is Alicia Gleeson-Chernesky. Alicia has been traveling the world working as an accountant by day, and trying to help change perceptions about hair loss by night. We all know that losing our hair is not easy, and Alicia knows that first hand after initially letting hair loss impact her self-esteem and confidence. Now, she has set out on a global mission to find solutions to help others with hair loss or hair imperfections along the way. March is National Reading Month, and all our guests this months have authored a book, and Alicia's is "Mum, where is your hair". You'll learn more about that today, along with Alicia's adventures, and find some answers to those travel-concerns that come to mind when dealing with hair loss - wearing hair pieces or a hat when going through TSA and much more. For your free electronic copy of "Mum, Where is Your Hair?"https://www.amazon.com/Alicia-Gleeson-Cherneski/e/B07XBQPZ87 Website: http://hairandnowglobal.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hairandnowglobal/ @HairandNowGlobal #HairandNowGlobalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HairandNowGlobal/

Of course, I will go into my personal tangents about self-motivation and experiences but, we will touch base on International Women's Day and a little hint of feminism in there. QOTW; “No matter what you think, you are capable of changing the world” No Bad News of the week; https://bestfolkmedicine.com/2019/05/million-children-in-thailand-gather-to-meditate-for-world-peace/ https://www.usatoday.com/videos/life/womankind/2020/03/03/female-entrepreneurs-clear-balances-30-college-seniors/4939731002/ Guests of the Week; Kayla Schultz - Creative Director Young Living Essential Oils - @ohlovelyoils @ohlovelykay ohlovelykay.com Rundown on how to get started: https://ohlovelykay.com/index.php/2019/04/14/how-to-get-started-with-essential-oils/ Jennie Wentzel - Marketing Manager jenniewentzel.com/blog hellojennieaustin.com/blog Financial Literacy; Dondrea Brown Founder, Director, CEO/Young Money Finances IG @1428fw Youtube @ 1428 Financial Wellness Twitter @1428fw National Reading Month/ELNC; March is National Reading Month and ELNC is challenging their families to read an accumulative total of 3,000 hours during the month of March. Prizes will be awarded to the top 5 families who read the most hours, the family that read the most books, the classroom with the most hours and the site with the most hours. ELNC is challenging every student and family that attends ELNC sponsored classrooms to get involved in this reading challenge and in order to help, the community can donate books to their main offices at 908 Bridge Street NW. If they need more information, you can call, Linda Postma, at 616.608.0766 #StayMotivated --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Let's celebrate the joy of reading and writing with a list of our favorite and most influential authors! We truly can find it all in a book... see for yourself with this one of a kind interactive podcast! Maybe you'll take the opportunity to write here, right now. Email your story/prompt ideas to KTandMoni@gmail.com For more info check out www.handcraftyoga.com/write-here-right-now/ Please review, subscribe, and share with your friends! Follow us on instagram @writehere_rightnow

Reading to kids at Post-Franklin Elementary in Battle Creek.

Reading to the kids at Ryan Elementary School in Bronson.

Reading to kids at Jefferson Elementary School in Coldwater.

Reading to the kids at Gordon Elementary School in Marshall.

March is National Reading Month, so The Sentinel staff presents their favorite books. 

It's one of Juliann's favorite topics: READING!  She sits down with Prof. Cronin from the English Department to talk all about reading

Red Wings alternate captain and children's author, Justin Abdelkader joins us on Episode 101 of The Red and White Authority to discuss the Red Wings and to celebrate National Reading Month

March is Women's History Month and National Reading Month, which is why Trudy Nan Boyce joins Condace to talk about her new book, "The Policeman's Daughter," and more! Trudy Nan Boyce received her Ph.D. in community counseling before becoming a police officer for the City of Atlanta. During her career she served as a beat cop, homicide detective, senior hostage negotiator, and lieutenant.

Did you know March is National Reading Month? Because living books are so very good, every month is all about reading in our house! But in honor of this annual celebration of reading, I thought I’d take some time to share some of my best tips for raising readers. Listen or read more at https://ourjourneywestward.com/11-tips-for-raising-readers/

Be sure to tune in as we celebrate National Reading Month, with some amazing Authors! Joy L Fickling , Roshonda Jenkins, and Sandra N. Peoples will be joining the show to talk about their projects, past and present. If you are a reader this is a show that you dont want to miss. All of these ladies bring an arsenal of pure fire. If you are looking for some new books to read for March Madness, or Read-A-Thons check out the show, you will not be disappointed. Call in to speak with these ladies, and ask them questions. Also your host Ebony will be making a special announcement!!! Talk about it Tuesday's!! 

March is NATIONAL READING MONTH. In celebration of National Reading Month CAN WE TALK FOR REAL co-hosts Teresa (Terry Boi) Jackson and Michelle E. Brown welcome LaWayne Childrey to the show to talk about his book “Peeing Back the Layers: A Story of Trauma, Grace and Triumph.” His book was selected as one of the top six autobiographies of 2015 by the Colorado Independent Publishers Association. This book tells Childrey’s story - how a troubled, black, gay youth from the Deep South grew up to become one of the most respected news journalists in the country. Childrey is also a recipient of the national Edward R. Murrow Award for Journalistic Excellence. The award is given by the Radio Television Digital News Association honoring outstanding achievements in electronic journalism. Murrow Award recipients demonstrate the excellence that Edward R. Murrow made a standard for the electronic news profession. Childrey has also won numerous Mississippi Associated Press Broadcasters awards for his reporting with Mississippi Public Broadcasting. In 2014 the Alabama Community College System selected Childrey as its most outstanding alumnus in the institution’s 50-year history. The ACCS awarded a $5,000 scholarship in Childrey’s name to a deserving Alabama high school senior. During the same year, Childrey was named alumnus of the year for Jefferson State Community College in Birmingham. In his compelling autobiography Childrey demonstrates his ability to persevere during times of immense adversity. Join CAN WE TALK FOR REAL Wednesday, March 9, 2016  at 8:30PM EST/7:30PM CST to celebrate NATIONAL READING MONTH and be inspired by this outstanding African American author, Lawayne Childrey. CAN WE TALK FOR REAL – your award winning blog radiocast. Celebrating three years of bringing you issues, education and entertainment.