Podcast appearances and mentions of sarah mackenzie

Sarah Mackenzie, author of The Read-Aloud Family, explains how parents can strengthen their relationships with their children by reading books together as a family. Receive the book The Read-Aloud Family and an audio download of "Create Lifelong Memories with Your Kids Through Reading" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Looking for a simple way to bring your family closer and help your kids succeed in school? Tune in as Sarah Mackenzie shares how reading aloud transformed her family life. Discover the surprising academic and character-building benefits of reading to your kids. Don't miss this heartwarming and practical episode! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/776/29

In this episode Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker talk with Sarah Mackenzie about furnishing the mind with words and beauty by reading aloud. Listen as they discuss the importance of not just the words but also the artwork in children’s picture books. Sarah shares her passion for rightly ordered beauty in the words and art in the books they are publishing at Waxwing Books, and she gives a short summary of each of the picture books available. Referenced Materials Nurturing Competent Communicators audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Read-Aloud Revival® Waxwing Books A Little More Beautiful by Sarah Mackenzie While Everyone Is Sleeping by Sarah Mackenzie Because Barbara by Sarah Mackenzie Dear Duck, Please Come! by Sarah Mackenzie Painting Wonder by Katie Wray Schon Read-Aloud Revival Podcast Read-Aloud Revival Booklists If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.comPerhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com

On Episode 041: “Wedding Decor Rentals - To Rent or Not To Rent?” the lovely Shannon Thomas, owner of Creative Solutions Special Events came on the show to share her 25 yeats of event rental knowledge and help me answer questions like “should I just buy decor?” and “what does a rental company even do?”. There's SO much that couples are surprised and confused about when it comes to rentals so we're here this week to debunk some myths and set the record straight!  Your host: Taylor Rhyne - Lemons & Willow Event Management, Owner & Lead Planner  @lemonsandwillowevents  www.lemonsandwillowevents.com This week's Guest: Shannon Thomas - Creative Solutions Special Events, Owner & Founder @csspecialevents  www.csspecialevents.com Our book & music recommendation this week: Beach Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/34jRHx6XEYtuTCBDKAgtOg?si=zyYwDA7fQtiFHt5UV7Ag3w Teaching from Rest by Sarah Mackenzie - https://amzn.to/4g9Ip2w The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning - https://amzn.to/4g9Ip2w *As an Amazon Associate I earn commission from qualifying purchases Follow along on social media! @dazedandengagedpodcast  Send us YOUR wedding planning questions to dazedandengagedpodcast@gmail.com Not ready to hire a planner or just have some wedding planning questions you'd like personalized help with? Book a call with Taylor today!  1 Hour Wedding Consulting for non-clients ($150.00) - https://calendly.com/lemonsandwillowevents/wedding-consulting-1-hour Get your FREE tickets the Southern Charm Bridal Show on 2/23/25 on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-southern-charm-bridal-show-tickets-1080493758919?aff=oddtdtcreator

Unlock the secrets to fostering a lifelong love of reading and strengthen family bonds with the simple yet profound act of reading aloud. What if you could singlehandedly boost literacy rates and enrich your family's culture with just ten minutes a day? Join me, as I reflect on nostalgic classroom moments from my childhood and share the heartwarming stories of families who find joy and connection through nightly read-aloud sessions. This episode is packed with insights and anecdotes that illuminate the lasting impact reading aloud can have on children and their families, extending well beyond early childhood and into the teenage years. This episode highlights how storytelling not only captivates us as humans but also nurtures complex ideas and emotional bonds. Embark on the 30-day Read Aloud Challenge with us, beginning January 13th, designed to help you cultivate a reading habit in your home. With free resources like bookmarks and a reading tracker, you'll find all the tools you need to make this journey enjoyable and impactful. Witness how ten minutes a day can transform your family's relationship with books and each other. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or relative, this challenge is your invitation to foster a love of storytelling, deepen family connections, and contribute to a culture of literacy and learning. Let's share the joy of reading aloud and inspire future generations one story at a time. SIGN UP for the Family Read-Aloud Challenge! Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag U. S. Literacy Statistics The Reading Promise: My Father and the Books We Shared by Alice Ozma Honey for a Child's Heart Updated and Expanded: The Imaginative Use of Books in Family Life Kindle Edition by Gladys M. Hunt  Reading Reduces Stress. Fact Study The Enchanted Hour by Meghan Cox Gurdon (Book) The Enchanted Hour by Meghan Cox Gurdon (Audiobook) The Read Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie (audiobook) The Read Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie (book) The Read Aloud Handbook by Jim Trelease The Smartest Kids in the World: And How They Got That Way by Amanda Ripley The Great Brain by By John D. Fitzgerald *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Connect and follow along with Janae's Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com

This episode of the Homeschool Better Together Podcast features a delightful conversation with Sarah Mackenzie from the Read Aloud Revival. Sarah and I chat about rekindling the joy of reading for ourselves as moms. We explore the power of quitting books that don't spark joy, the fun of keeping a reading log, and how to find books that truly resonate with you. Plus, we dive into reading challenges—are they motivating or just another checklist? Spoiler: we both have strong opinions!We also talk about Sarah's exciting projects with Waxwing Books, including a middle-grade fantasy novel perfect for family read-alouds. If your reading life needs a little inspiration or you're searching for the perfect book list, this episode is packed with ideas and encouragement to get you turning pages again.Key Takeaways:Rekindle your love for reading by giving yourself permission to quit books that don't excite you.A simple reading log can help you reflect on and savor what you've read.Waxwing Books' upcoming middle-grade fantasy, Beyond Mulberry Glen, is an excellent family read-aloud.Reading challenges can be fun if approached with flexibility—don't let them feel like a burden.Key Resources:Homeschool Better Together PodcastReadAloudRevival.comRead-Aloud Revival PodcastWaxwing Books"Dear Duck, Please Come" by Sarah Mackenzie"Beyond Mulberry Glen" by Millie Florence"The Myth Makers, The Remarkable Fellowship of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien" by John Hendricks"The Lively Art of Writing" by Lucille Van Paine"84 Charing Cross Road" by Helene Hanff"West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge"The Boys in the Boat" by Daniel James Brown"The Women" by Kristin Hannah"4:50 from Paddington: A Miss Marple Mystery" by Agatha Christie"The Wishing Game" by Meg Shaffer"Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundle"Only the Beautiful" by Susan Meissner"All It Takes is a Goal" by John AcuffFor full show notes and a transcript of today's episode, head to pambarnhill.com/hsbt27To join our free homeschool community,

Millie Florence, a homeschool graduate, is coming out with another book:  Beyond Mulberry Glen.  Her latest book will be released January 2025 by Sarah Mackenzie's Publishing House, Waxwing Books.  In Carrie's first conversation with Millie, “Another Approach To Writing,” they talked about Millie's love of writing and how she published several books before she graduated high school. That episode is full of advice for aspiring writers (and reluctant writers) and for moms who are looking for different ways to approach writing in their home education.  Make sure you listen to it after you listen to this episode!In this conversation, Carrie picks Millie's brain on how to use good literature, including her new book, Beyond Mulberry Glen, to teach important life lessons about values, faith, and relationships.  Pour yourself a cup of coffee, put your feet up, and join Carrie and Millie for a fun conversation about creating teachable moments while reading aloud and starting book clubs with friends.Support the showPurchase Homeschooling High School: A Handbook for Christian Education.Purchase Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool Simply & Enjoyably. Join The Coffee House, Coffee With Carrie Premium Membership. Join Today! Subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog at https://coffeewithcarrie.org Follow on Instagram @coffeewithcarrieconsultant.Amazon Prime! Use this LINK. Check out Carrie's homeschool recommendations & help support the show at the same time. Instacart! Use this LINK. Save time and money on your grocery bill and meal prep!

What unexpected joys can homeschooling bring into a family's life? Join us as we welcome Sarah Mackenzie from Read Aloud Revival, who shares her inspiring journey from uncertainty to becoming a devoted homeschooling mother of six. Discover how her family found happiness and success, with three children now thriving in higher education. Reflecting on our own transitions during the COVID pandemic, we'll discuss how homeschooling has become a surprising source of joy and empowerment for many families, offering a fresh perspective on education and family dynamics.Join us as we explore the art of balancing book choices, emphasizing the role of quality literature in fostering a lifelong love for reading. Sarah provides insightful tips on selecting meaningful books and shares heartwarming stories about family-friendly favorites. We also tackle the common concerns about socialization, highlighting how homeschooling offers unique opportunities for building lasting friendships and strong family relationships. With Sarah's expert guidance and resources from Read Aloud Revival, families can embark on a homeschooling journey that's both fulfilling and transformative.Read Aloud Revival- Sarah's website; booklists, podcasts and more!Kids Storytime Favorites on Apple PodcastsLet's Talk, Emergencies! - Cheryl's children's book, and don't forgetThe Activity Book!The Tuttle Twins - use code Cheryl40 for 40% off ages 5-11 book seriesJIBBY MUSHROOM COFFEE - try today with code CHERYL20 for 20% off!Earthley Wellness -  use code HomeschoolHowTo for 10% off your first orderTreehouseSchoolhouse for your Fall Nature Study Curriculum- use promo code: THEHOMESCHOOLHOWTOPODCAST for 10% off entire order (if code puts you under free shipping limit- check out the traceable calendar to add to your order!)PLEASE SHARE the show with this link!Venmo, Ko-Fi  (no fee)Support the showInstagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast

How does a father's battle with tuberculosis ignite a passion for reading that transcends generations? Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Dallin Mill, an esteemed anesthesiologist, as he shares the touching story of how his father's illness sparked a love for reading that has profoundly shaped his own life and medical practice. Discover Dr. Mill's journey from growing up with a father who cherished books to becoming a medical professional who integrates the transformative power of reading into his work with patients and family. This episode sheds light on the incredible benefits of reading aloud, as inspired by Megan Gurdon's "The Enchanted Hour" and the groundbreaking research of Dr. John Hutton. We dive into the science behind how reading picture books activates multiple brain regions in children, far more than screen time ever could. Reflecting on personal anecdotes and renewed commitments, we recount the heartwarming experience of reading "The Princess Bride" together as a family, even with teenagers, underscoring the lasting impact of shared literary moments. Prepare to be inspired by Dr. Mill's innovative approach in pediatric anesthesia, where reading to children before surgery reduces anxiety and facilitates smoother recoveries. Hear touching stories of how this practice not only comforts young patients but also empowers their parents, leading to profound improvements in the surgical experience. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the power of community support, the importance of family bonding, and the vital role that reading plays in nurturing the next generation. The Enchanted Hour by Meghan Cox Gurdon (Book) The Enchanted Hour by Meghan Cox Gurdon (Audiobook) The Read Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie (audiobook) *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Connect and follow along with Janae's Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels Learn more about School to Homeschool

In this episode Haley interviews Sarah Mackenzie, homeschooling mom of many, founder of Read Aloud Revival, and author of several books including A Little More Beautiful and Because Barbara. They discuss the elements of a wonderful picture book, their favorite books to read aloud, Sarah's friendship with celebrated author/illustrator Tomie dePaola, and trends in children's publishing. Learn more about the children's literature available from Word on Fire Votive. Stay up-to-date with the latest episodes of the The Votive Podcast biweekly on WordonFire.org or wherever you listen to podcasts. Do you enjoy this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member to support the production of the Votive Podcast and other initiatives from Word on Fire. Our ministry depends on the support of listeners like you! Become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.

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Today we have invited one of our homeschool heroes, Sarah Mackenzie here to speak with you and bring the hope, because that's what she's done for us for YEARS.Sarah's the author of Teaching from Rest, The Read-Aloud Family and several picture books, including Because Barbara, which officially released March 5th of this year! She's the host of the Read-Aloud Revival Podcast, which has been downloadedover 14 million times in more than 160 countries, and is the publisher at the boutique publishing house, Waxwing Books.Her best work, though, is at home in the Northwest, where she and her husband homeschool their six children. Defining Enough (02:15)Seasoned Mom Chill (09:21)More than 18 Years (13:35)Memory Stacking (20:20)A Challenge from Sarah (26:02)All the Subjects, All the Time? (27:20)Filling in the Holes (28:28)Things We MUST Know (34:57)More from Sarah MackenzieIn addition to Read-Aloud Revival, Sarah has started a Publishing Company (Waxwing Books).  She wrote a few books, got an agent, and each time as they would get far in the acquisition process, the publisher would say the books were too “Classic.”  So her husband suggested she start her own!  Waxwing has three picture books out now (that can be enjoyed by large families with kids of all ages), and the newest one, Because Barbara, is about Barbara Cooney.  As Sarah began digging into her life, she discovered how she was a creative force who had a zest for life that she passed on to her kids.  The best place to find Sarah is Read Aloud Revival and the Read Aloud Revival Podcast.  On her website, there's a great Tool to help you choose a read-aloud for your family!  You can also check out Waxwing Books to see what they've published AND what's coming next!Remember sweet momma,you are doing beautiful work!Find the complete podcast notes on our website.To find The Deliberate Day on Instagram, click here.Looking for items shared in our podcasts?! Here's the Editable Homeschool Clipboard Template Here's our Homeschool Plan Like A Mother Guide! For the 12 Week Planner, click here! (Use code PODCASTMOM for 20% off!) Get your FREE Meal Planning Kit here. For the Favorites List, go here. If you're planning an adventure, you'll find the Ultimate Family Road Trip Guide here.

For parents who want to be intentional about how their children are formed, homeschooling is often attractive, yet for many families it can seem like an impractical pipe dream. Today I sit down with Sarah Mackenzie, founder and host of Read-Aloud Revival, to discuss all things homeschooling. We discuss many of the common hesitations people have to homeschooling, the familial benefits of a shared learning environment, the importance of intergenerational education, how to homeschool if both parents have to work, many resources for homeschooling, and much more.Check Out Sarah's Work:https://readaloudrevival.com/Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 Check out our Sponsors:We Heart Nutrition: https://www.weheartnutrition.com/ Get top notch vitamins supplements for 20% off using the code LILA.Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee with a 10% discount using the code LILA. Nimi Skincare: Check out my favorite skin care brand and get 15% off using the code LILA. https://www.nimiskincare.com/discount/LILAredirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall-productsEveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA and get 10% off!

In this episode of The Habit Podcast, Read Aloud Revival's Sarah MacKenzie sits in the host's chair to interview Jonathan Rogers about The Bark of the Bog Owl, 20th Anniversary Edition, which releases this week. Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in to this conversation between Sarah Mackenzie and Mystie Winckler all about Sarah's latest picture book. Sarah also shares about why she started a new publishing house for picture books and what life lessons we can learn from Barbara Cooney.Find Sarah's latest picture book here:https://amzn.to/3wRVvkJVisit Waxwing Books:https://waxwingbooks.com/Sarah is the author of Teaching from Rest, The Read-Aloud Family, and several new picture books, including the just-released picture book biography, Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney Paints Her World. She's the host of the Read-Aloud Revival podcast and lives in the Northwest with her husband of 23 years. They've homeschooled all six of their children: 1 college graduate, 2 current college students, and she's still in the weeds with 3 at home!Mystie and Sarah chat about why Sarah started her own publishing house for picture books and also show-and-tell the latest picture book project - Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney paints her world.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!

Tune in to this conversation between Sarah Mackenzie and Mystie Winckler all about Sarah's latest picture book. Sarah also shares about why she started a new publishing house for picture books and what life lessons we can learn from Barbara Cooney.Find Sarah's latest picture book here:https://amzn.to/3wRVvkJVisit Waxwing Books:https://waxwingbooks.com/Sarah is the author of Teaching from Rest, The Read-Aloud Family, and several new picture books, including the just-released picture book biography, Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney Paints Her World. She's the host of the Read-Aloud Revival podcast and lives in the Northwest with her husband of 23 years. They've homeschooled all six of their children: 1 college graduate, 2 current college students, and she's still in the weeds with 3 at home!Mystie and Sarah chat about why Sarah started her own publishing house for picture books and also show-and-tell the latest picture book project - Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney paints her world.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!

Tune in to this conversation between Sarah Mackenzie and Mystie Winckler all about Sarah's latest picture book. Sarah also shares about why she started a new publishing house for picture books and what life lessons we can learn from Barbara Cooney.Find Sarah's latest picture book here:https://amzn.to/3wRVvkJVisit Waxwing Books:https://waxwingbooks.com/Sarah is the author of Teaching from Rest, The Read-Aloud Family, and several new picture books, including the just-released picture book biography, Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney Paints Her World. She's the host of the Read-Aloud Revival podcast and lives in the Northwest with her husband of 23 years. They've homeschooled all six of their children: 1 college graduate, 2 current college students, and she's still in the weeds with 3 at home!Mystie and Sarah chat about why Sarah started her own publishing house for picture books and also show-and-tell the latest picture book project - Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney paints her world.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!

Sarah Mackenzie is here!!! Sarah Mackenzie is here!!! Sarah's Mackenzie's book, The Read-Aloud family transformed our family and I was so honored to get a chance to talk with her about it. In this episode we are talking about the simple power of the read-aloud and so much more! Sarah explains why reading aloud remains crucial even as children grow and become independent readers. She explains the unique benefits that reading aloud offers, such as enhanced language absorption and the nurturing of sophisticated linguistic patterns that are not often used in daily speech. She shares personal anecdotes demonstrating how these shared reading experiences can fortify family bonds, increase empathy, and encourage more profound discussions among family members. Additionally, Sarah provides practical tips for integrating reading into busy family life, embracing imperfection, and using books to foster a lifelong love of reading and learning. This episode is a must-listen for parents seeking to cultivate deeper connections with their children through the simple, yet powerful act of reading aloud. ** Get your copy of The Read-Aloud Family here >> https://amzn.to/3JWe9L9 Sign up for Read-Aloud Revival Premium here and get access to The Fairy Tale Summer and more! https://readaloudrevival.com/become-a-member// ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As host of the Read-Aloud Revival Podcast and the Read-Aloud Revival Online Community, Sarah MacKenzie has brought untold joy to bookish families. Besides connecting families with other people's books, Sarah has started writing and publishing her own picture books. Her latest is Because Barbara: Barbara Cooney Paints Her World. Illustrated by Eileen Ryan Ewen, this picture-book biography tells the story of one of America's best-loved and most celebrated children's book illustrators. Because Barbara is available for preorder. If you order by June 18, 2024, you can get free Bonuses, including a Family Book Club Guide, audiobook, videobook, and an invitation to a Zoom Book Party Picnic with the author & Illustrator!.Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Greta Eskridge podcast, I get to talk to the queen of books herself, Sarah Mackenzie. Sarah is a wife and a homeschooling mom to six kids. Three are in college and 3 are still at home. In her spare time (ha!) she is also the creator of the fabulous Read Aloud Revival podcast, the author of two beloved books, Teaching From Rest and The Read Aloud Family, the founder of the boutique publishing house Waxwing Books and author of three children's books. This is why I say she had a reading empire! Sarah is an amazing lady and just so much fun to talk to. True to form, I get teary eyed in this episode. But talking books and connection will do that to me. Also, in this episode you can hear Sarah and I not able to do math. We talk about books, not math problems, so what do you expect? This episode is chock full of so many great book titles with you. We like to say we sling around book titles like ninjas. Get ready! Here's some more of what we talked about: Sarah tells us she loves roller coasters. She recently rode one 6 times in a row and read her kindle while in line. This quote by Andrew Pudewa launched Sarah deep into the world of reading aloud with her kids: the best way to help kids become better communicators is to read aloud a ton and memorize poetry. Sarah noticed that reading aloud didn't just make a positive impact on her kids academically, but there was a relational impact happening too. She noticed as her kids were growing up and sometimes she and they were at odds with each other, reading aloud put her and her kids on the same side of the fence. Sarah says: reading aloud is a powerful way to connect with our kids in a really noisy world. Its simple, free, quick: that's a lot of dividends from a small investment. We learn that audio books count every bit as much as reading a book with pages. And we learn that data says whether they read early or late, by 8th grade most kids are at about the same reading level if kids are being exposed to good books all along. No need to fear if you have a late reader! I've had 3 myself.  And here is the list of all the books we discussed together. Each one is linked so you can see the cover and even put it in your cart if you want to! For the younger kids: Buffalo Fluffalo Jonas Hanway's Scurrilous, Scandalous, Shockingly, Sensational Umbrella Sheep in a Jeep Morris the Moose Goes to School For the middle grades: Umbrella Mouse Note: there is some mild language in this book and the ones below. Sarah and I both feel that mild curse words said in a British accent don't feel troubling to us, but handle it as you wish. All Creatures Great and Small (children's version and beloved by my kids) All Creatures Great and Small (book for middle grades and up) All Creatures Great and Small (show)  Adventures with Waffles Astrid the Unstoppable Pipi Longstocking Chronicles of Narnia (a must have for every library) Tuesdays at the Castle Vanderbeekers Penderwicks For the teens: Glitch Screwtape Letters Surprised by Joy Find out more about book clubs for kids and grownups in Greta's book: Adventuring Together Sarah tells us she is chasing joy by playing a new board game with her family called : Seven Wonders You can find all of Sarah's endeavors in the links at the top of these show notes. You'll want to follow her and glean all the book goodness she has to share!  Don't forget to like and subscribe to this podcast, and I'd be so very grateful if you leave a review of the podcast on iTunes.  Reviews are incredibly helpful to me as a new podcaster. Thank you for listening and being part of my team. I love you guys! Greta 

Sarah Mackenzie joins the show to talk about Homeschooling, audiobooks, education, and parenting. Show Sponsors:  Strive21: https://strive21.com/matt Ascension: https://ascensionpress.com/fradd https://readaloudrevival.com/  

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the idea of Catholic homeschooling?  Ever wonder if you're doing enough?  This episode cuts to the heart of homeschooling for YOUR unique family.  Sarah Mackenzie of Read-Aloud Revival joins us in a delightfully humourous episode about all the ins and outs of loving your homeschool life. Dive Deeper into True Presence: Want to cut back on your phone use? Join the True Presence Lenten Challenge: Join our Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram/threads: @truepresencepodcast Follow us on Facebook: True Presence Podcast Well-Ordered Week newsletter: weekly inspiration and journal prompts Plan your days with the Lord: Join the True Presence Membership    Sarah Mackenzie is the author of Teaching from Rest, The Read-Aloud Family and several picture books, including the soon-to-be-released Because Barbara. She's the host of the Read-Aloud Revival Podcast, which has been downloaded over 14 million times in more than 160 countries, and is the Publisher at the boutique publishing house, Waxwing Books. Her best work though, is at home in the Northwest, where she and her husband homeschool their 6 children. You can connect with Sarah at readaloudrevival.com.   Legendary picture book creator Barbara Cooney once noticed that the library in her little town by the sea needed attention. A library, she knew, should be a kind of paradise. And because Barbara did whatever she set her mind to, she made it one. Barbara Cooney set her mind to lots of things - none so dear as capturing the beauty of the world in her paintings. These paintings would form the setting for her award-winning picture books, including Miss Rumphius, Roxaboxen and Ox-Cart Man.  Because Barbara follows the story of Barbara's life as she grows from a little girl with a dream into one of the most well-known and well-loved children's picture book illustrators. Don't miss this new picture book, written by Sarah Mackenzie and illustrated by Eileen Ryan Ewen, releasing this spring. You can pre-order your copy at waxwingbooks.com. 

It is such a delight to have Sarah Mackenzie on the Restoration Home Podcast. Her mission with Read-Aloud-Revival, her joy, deep thoughtfulness, and her passion for curating her home.  We're so glad you're here for episode 68! It's all about how we create connection with our children, protecting them from age inappropriate media and news, creating standards within our homes, and continuing relationships with older children. Finally, Sarah has some beautiful thoughts on control and faith in our parenting.  Episode sponsored by the Peaceful Press! With Spring and Spring Holidays around the Corner check out the Peaceful Press resouces and blogs for good literature, engaging ways to celebrate, and the Peaceful Press four week Garden Guide. Presidents Day  St Patricks Day  The Peaceful Press Spring Guide and the Peaceful Press Garden Guide   In this episode– Recognising our role as a mother and the limits and responsibilities of motherhood  Mothering through the curation of the books, media, music, and distractions we let pass in front of our children Your home is the centre of your universe and there is no place more important Domestic Monestary: Creating a Spiritual Life at Home by Ronald Rolheiser  The Read Aloud Family is primer on creating long lasting connections with your children If you're looking for great, living children's stories check out Sarah's beautiful picture books at Waxwing Books You can learn more about Jennifer here- Jennifer's Instagram You can learn more about Sally here- Sarah's Instagram and website Some Amazon Affiliate Links.

In this episode, Sarah Mackenzie from Readaloud Revival Podcast and Waxwing Books, children's book author, and homeschool mom of six, discusses her journey of balancing homeschool, motherhood, and her creative & professional pursuits. Sarah Mackenzie shares the importance of recognizing personal strengths and moving in a direction that feels most authentic. Let's chat with Readloud… The post Homeschooling & the Creative Journey with Readaloud Revival Podcast first appeared on Capturing the Charmed Life. The post Homeschooling & the Creative Journey with Readaloud Revival Podcast appeared first on Capturing the Charmed Life.

It's a riotous ride as always to kick off the new season of Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology! My daughter Emma joins as co-host, and my daughters Sophia and Grace also make guest appearances in the new "Read, Watch, Listen" segment near the end of the show. It's unscripted and imperfect, just like homeschooling itself. Grab those laundry baskets and laugh along with us. Happy homeschooling! Links discussed in this episode: Winter Wonder Homeschooling Challenge: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/winterwonderchallenge/ Latin: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/latin-for-children/ High School: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/category/homeschooling-help/high-school/ Made2Homeschool: https://www.made2homeschool.com/a/2147529243/KNcPGL3t Kids Talk Church History⁠ ⁠https://www.alliancenet.org/kids-talk-church-history-podcast⁠ ⁠Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled Poems⁠ ⁠https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/pickledpoemspodcast/⁠ World War 2 for Teens: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/ww2-teens/ Sarah Mackenzie interview: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/picture-books-sarah-mackenzie/ ⁠40 Before 40⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/p/Cvhm6YJsnF1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==⁠ ⁠Elsie Iudicello interview⁠ ⁠https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/elsie-iudicello Subscribe, rate, and review ⁠Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology Follow Amy @HumilityandDoxology on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠YouTube Thank you to our podcast sponsor: ⁠All About Learning Press: https://bit.ly/reading-and-spelling Follow Humility and Doxology Online: Blog ⁠https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/⁠ Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/HumilityAndDoxology⁠ Instagram ⁠http://instagram.com/humilityanddoxology⁠ YouTube: ⁠YouTube.com/humilityanddoxology⁠ Book Lists ⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/humilityanddoxology⁠ This podcast and description contains affiliate links. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/humilityanddoxology/message

Hunter and Autumn share some of the books that challenged, informed, encouraged, inspired, and delighted them during 2023.--Spiritual Life--Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation by Collin Hansen (AG & HB)Outgrowing the Ingrown Church by Jack Miller (HB)--Theology and Bible--The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale (AG & HB)Love Thy Body by Nancy Pearcey (AG)--Biography and History--The Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill, Volume 1: Visions of Glory by William Manchester (HB)The Reformation as Renewal: Retrieving the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church by Matthew Barrett (HB)--General Interest--10x is Easier than 2x: How World Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy (HB)The Art of Loading Brush by Wendell Berry (AG)--General Interest On Helping Us Understand the Modern, Western Culture in Which We Live--Conservatism: A Rediscovery by Yoram Hazony (HB)The Air We Breathe: How We All Came to Believe in Freedom, Kindness, Progress, and Equality by Glen Scrivener (AG - Apologetics / Evangelism)Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West by Andrew Wilson (HB)Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution by Carl Trueman (AG)--General Interest On Sexuality and Gender--The Case Against the Sexual Revolution by Louise Perry (AG)Feminism Against Progress by Mary Harrington (AG)--Children's Literature--A Little More Beautiful: The Story of a Garden (picture book) by Sarah Mackenzie, illustrated by Breezy Brookshire (AG)Hotel Oscar Mike Echo (middle-grade novel) by Linda MacKillop (AG)The Lost Tales of Sir Galahad, a compilation of stories by various authors (AG)--Fiction and Literature--Finding Time Again: In Search of Lost Time, Volume 7 by Marcel Proust (HB - Content Warning)A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle (AG)The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James (HB)

When it comes to choosing the best family read-alouds, few names are as beloved and trusted in the homeschool world as Sarah Mackenzie. It was a delight to chat with Sarah again in this Homeschool Conversations episode! We discuss all things picture books and family reading time, plus we talk about Sarah's newest picture book published by Waxwing Books. This is definitely one to share with a friend! Show notes/Complete Transcript: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/picture-books-sarah-mackenzie Get Your Own Copy of While Everyone Is Sleeping: https://amzn.to/47DdvMN Join Made2Homeschool for exclusive content and community https://www.made2homeschool.com/a/2147529243/KNcPGL3t Shakespeare Resources: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/exploring-shakespeare-children Follow Humility and Doxology Online: Blog https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HumilityAndDoxology Instagram http://instagram.com/humilityanddoxology YouTube: YouTube.com/humilityanddoxology Book Lists https://www.amazon.com/shop/humilityanddoxology This podcast and description contains paid links. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/humilityanddoxology/message

Reading aloud isn't just for little kids! Sharing stories through oral tellings is an ancient tradition and in our modern world the custom is just as, if not even more, rich and necessary. Sarah MacKenzie gives us so much through this interview, as well as through her books and podcast. She is the kind of mom friend we all need. Full of encouragement and backed up with science, Sarah helps us revive the art of reading aloud for education, connection, relationships, and nourishment.    Note: We do talk about homeschooling in this episode, but we also talk about how to use all of Sarah's wisdom in a non-homeschooling home as well.    Resources Mentioned: 25 Cent Notebook Episode of Read Aloud Revival  Nurturing Confident Communicators, Institute for Excellence in Writing, Andrew Pudewa The Read-Aloud Handbook, by Jim Trelease The Reading Promise, by Alice Ozma Wired for Story, by Liza Cron Dr. Michael Gurian  Marie Ripple (All About Reading) Dr. Arnold Gesell - The Gesell Institute 30 Million Words, by Dana Suskind Aggressively Happy, by Joy Clarkson   Story Books Mentioned: Detectives in Togas Story of the World King Bidgoods in the Bathtub Matilda Ella Enchanted Anne of Green Gables Wuthering Heights Percy Jackson  Bud, Not Buddy  Little House series Harry Potter series American Girl series Dear America series  Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Tom Sawyer Hardy Boys series Babysitters Club series Calvin and Hobbs  Watership Down graphic novel   Sarah's books: Teaching from Rest Read Aloud Family  A Little More Beautiful While Everyone is Sleeping   Connect with Sarah MacKenzie: Waxwing Books Waxwing on Instagram Read Aloud Revival RAR on Instagram

A group of Morehead-Cain Young Alumni, all of whom graduated from UNC–Chapel Hill within the last five years, spoke with Catalyze co-host Stella Smolowitz '26 about leadership lessons gained at Carolina. Today's guests include André Ceccotti '18, Malik Jabati '19, Sarah Mackenzie '20, Ashton Martin '20, and Andrew Buchanan '23. The alumni have pursued careers in investing (Malik), entrepreneurship (Andrew), and law (André, Sarah, Ashton). In addition to sharing reflections from their leadership positions as Morehead-Cain Scholars, the guests discuss their most impactful mentors at the University and Summer Enrichment Program experiences through the Program.Along with Sean Nguyen '21 and Melanie Godinez-Cedillo '22, the alumni served on a panel at the Foundation on September 16 about leadership, from managing imposter syndrome to deciding on a career path. Music creditsThe episode's intro song is by scholar Scott Hallyburton '22, guitarist of the band South of the Soul.How to listenOn your mobile device, you can listen and subscribe to Catalyze on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. For any other podcast app, you can find the show using our RSS feed. Catalyze is hosted and produced by Sarah O'Carroll for the Morehead-Cain Foundation, home of the first merit scholarship program in the United States and located at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. You can let us know what you thought of the episode by finding us on Twitter or Instagram at @moreheadcain or you can email us at communications@moreheadcain.org.

Reading Aloud and Older Kids, with Sarah Mackenzie [Episode 131] Please welcome Sarah Mackenzie of Read-Aloud Revival and Waxwing Books to the podcast. Are you curious if reading aloud to tweens and teens is still important? Do you want to read aloud to your teens, but they aren't interested? What do you do if you've fallen out of the habit and want to re-establish a read-aloud routine with your kids? Plus, get a behind-the-scenes peek into what it's like to be a children's author and discover what is coming up for Read-Aloud Revival and Waxwing Books! Visit the episode page for everything mentioned in today's episode, including a special offer from our sponsor, Homeschool Planet: https://my-little-poppies.com/reading-aloud-and-older-kids-with-sarah-mackenzie

In this episode, Sarah shares from the heart how she used to experience life when she was disconnected from herself to now living in her purpose and THRIVING. She shares so many nuggets of wisdom (she literally should be a motivational speaker) and a powerful journaling exercise to help you identify what it is you really want. Some of the things we talked about include: toxic working environments, bulling and female friendship wounds, victim mentality, fear, lack of self-trust, finding community, following those intuitive nudges and how that's really helped Sarah find success in business and beyond.Connect with Sarah

Uncover the magic and transformative power of reading aloud to children and teenagers in this enriching episode. What if a simple story could not only bolster your child's vocabulary but also create a lasting emotional connection? Join us as we take a journey through personal experiences, highlighting the time we spend reading to our kids. Hear about Janae's struggle and ultimate triumph with the classic novel 'Where the Red Fern Grows', and experience the captivating power of stories that cause time to slip away unnoticed. This episode takes a dive into Jim Trelease's 'Read Aloud Handbook', exploring the profound impact of reading aloud on literacy rates. Unearth the ways reading aloud can improve comprehension, foster a larger vocabulary, and provide a meaningful context for words. We also delve into how this practice can aid in developing mastery and grammatical understanding. Experience the delight of creating lasting memories and emotional bonds through reading aloud.  Lastly, prepare to be touched by a personal story of gifting quality time through a basket of books, hot cocoa, and marshmallows. Discover how this simple gift became a cherished memory for a family, underlining the potent influence of reading aloud. We also stress the importance of quality literature in character development and broadening our children's horizons. Tune in to learn how to empower your children and create beautiful memories through the simple act of reading aloud. This episode is a treasure trove of personal anecdotes, valuable insights, and practical tips that will transform reading aloud into a cherished part of your family's life. Janae's Picks for Parents to Learn More: The Read Aloud Handbook by Jim Trelease The Read Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie The Enchanted Hour: The Miraculous Power of Reading Aloud by Meghan Cox Gurdon The Smartest Kids in the World: And How They Got That Way by Amanda Ripley A Few of the Daniels Family's Favorite Chapter Books for Family Read Aloud: Where The Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls Charlotte's Web by E.B. White The Great Brain by By John D. Fitzgerald The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson * Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Connect and follow along with Janae's Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels Learn more about School to Homeschool  

This week we welcome Jennifer from New Mexico. Fellow "conspiracy theorist," as she believes in prepping, too

Today we're doing something different -- we're sharing a talk that Colleen gave at the Great Homeschool Convention with Sarah Mackenzie of Read Aloud Revival. They address both sides of the reading spectrum, with Sarah discussing struggling readers and then Colleen shifting the conversation to advanced readers. You will leave with ideas and strategies that will help your kids wherever they are. The Raising Lifelong Learners Podcast is brought to you by CTCMath. Find out more at https://www.ctcmath.com/purchase/homeschool50?tr_id=RLL.

On this episode of Anchored, Kimberly is joined by Sarah Mackenzie, the author of Teaching from Rest and The Read Aloud Family and the host of the Read Aloud Revival podcast. The two discuss the definition of curriculum, the importance of a restful demeanor in establishing a love of learning, and tips for homeschooling families that find themselves trying to do it all. Mackenzie also emphasizes the importance of diligent over rigorous education and the merits of families that read aloud, a movement she is further bolstering with her boutique publishing company, Waxwing Books. 

The benefits of reading aloud, audio books, and so many inspiring tips and lists for you this summer! Sarah Mackenzie is with us today to talk about all things summer reading! Sarah is the author of Teaching from Rest and The Read-Aloud Family, and I have been a fan of Sarah's for many years. Sarah is so much fun to talk to, and an absolute wealth of information and inspiration when it comes to families and reading! In today's conversation Sarah offers some super motivating facts about the power of reading aloud, and tells us the best age-range for reading aloud (hint: no one is too old for read-alouds! - And my sons would agree!) Sarah gives some super helpful book recommendations (especially for middle-age boys who don't love to read!) and many more practical tips and resources for families and reading this summer. You might want to take notes on this episode (but I will also have a lot of links and notes over on my website…) www.monicaswanson.com/sarah-mackenzie Podcast page (for all episodes) www.monicaswanson.com/podcast   The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Sarah Mackenzie is an advocate for all things children's books, first with her podcast, The Read Aloud Revival, but now also through her publishing imprint, Waxwing Books, through which she has published her first picture book, A Little More Beautiful. It's a delightful book and we're very excited that she joined us for this week's author conversation. We chatted about roller coasters, baked potatoes, and books, of course. So click play and buckle up for another wonderful Withywindle ride. (Bonus: this episode features English snacks.) Happy listening! If you want to pre-order a copy of the King Arthur book we discussed on the show today you can do so here.And here is where you can sign up for the newsletter and/or leave a comment! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit withywindle.substack.com

Today I am joined by my good friend, homeschool mom, and author Sarah Mackenzie. Sarah is the host of The Read Aloud Revival podcast, and she is also a brand new children's book author. On today's episode, we talk about Sarah's dream of writing a picture book, how she got the idea for her first book A Little More Beautiful, and her adventures in starting her own boutique publishing house Waxwing Books. This was a fun episode to record. Enjoy! For full show notes and a transcript of today's episode, head to pambarnhill.com/tmbh61

On this week's episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are revisiting the very first Top 10 episode we ever aired. We've grown a lot as podcasters since then and our tastes have changed some, so it was a fun trip down memory lane. We hope this episode stocks your TBRs with books that are ALL backlist now, and easy to grab from the library! As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you'd like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don't scroll down!  We are now including transcripts of the episode (this link only works on the main site). The goal here is to increase accessibility for our fans! *Please note that all book titles linked below are Bookshop affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. If you'd prefer to shop on Amazon, you can still do so here through our main storefront. Anything you buy there (even your laundry detergent, if you recently got obsessed with switching up your laundry game) kicks a small amount back to us. Thanks for your support!*   . . . . 3:10 - Currently Reading Patreon 4:12 - Deep Dive: Our Best Books of 2018 5:33 - The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell 7:03 - The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne 8:56 - The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey 9:39 - Essentialism by Greg McKeown 10:50 -  The Read-Aloud Family by Sarah MacKenzie 11:36 -  The Read-Aloud Revival Podcast 11:47 - CR Season 1: Episode 7 11:53 - American Marriage by Tayari Jones 13:02 - Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown 14:04 - Educated by Tara Westover 14:58 - The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls 17:05 - Circe by Madeline Miller 18:02 - CR Season 1: Episode 10 18:52 - Tattoos on the Heart by Gregory Boyle 19:59 - Calypso by David Sedaris 21:26 - The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley 21:31 - CR Season 1: Episode 3 22:04 - Thunderhead by Neal Shusterman 23:07 - The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz 24:20 - CR Season 1: Episode 18 24:22 - Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens 26:11 - Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend 26:19 - Wundersmith by Jessica Townsend 29:04 - The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine 31:15 - Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris 31:20 - The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn 32:12 - Us Against You by Fredrik Backman 32:16 - Beartown by Fredrik Backman 32:24 - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman 35:07 - Britt-Marie Was Here by Fredrik Backman 35:08 - My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman 40:58 - CR Season 1: Episode 17 Connect With Us: Meredith is @meredith.reads on Instagram Kaytee is @notesonbookmarks on Instagram Mindy is @gratefulforgrace on Instagram Mary is @maryreadsandsips on Instagram Roxanna is @roxannatheplanner on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast.com @currentlyreadingpodcast on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast@gmail.com Support us at patreon.com/currentlyreadingpodcast and www.zazzle.com/store/currentlyreading

What if I told you that there's an Icelandic Christmas tradition where you spend an entire day (or evening) reading books and sipping hot cocoa? And it's what you're SUPPOSED to be doing. Yes, this is a real thing! It's called Jolabokaflod, and in this episode, you'll hear:  During Jolabokaflod, you gift members of your […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

By now, most of us are knee deep in our homeschool year. And no matter how far into your year you are, and no matter what's happened that you either did, or didn't, expect to happen, I'm willing to bet that something funny has happened: You're carrying around a lot of pinecones. What on earth […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

Is it really possible to teach from rest? Even if you're teaching a lot of different ages? And even if you feel a bit underwater, pretty much every single day in your homeschool? Let's talk about it. This fall in Circle with Sarah, we're diving deep into the principles of Sarah's first book, Teaching from […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

Finding the perfect titles for young readers can be tricky, so today we're answering your questions and suggesting books (and bookish gifts) for the kids and teens in your lives!Every year we ask our audience to write in with their requests for bookish gift recommendations, and Anne partners with another literary professional to share suggestions to help YOU fulfill the wish lists of your favorite readers. To take on today's requests for book recommendations for kids and teens, Anne is joined by Sarah Mackenzie, the creator of Read Aloud Revival. Sarah's website and podcast support and inspire homeschooling families while helping parents raise kids who love to read.We were overwhelmed with so many amazing requests, and we answer a whole bunch today. Our recommendations are sure to work for all our listeners, even if you didn't submit a question. We hope today's episode helps you to get inspiring books into the hands of the kids you love. And if you're looking for recommendations for the adult readers in your life, rest assured we'll be back in a few weeks for another literary gifting extravaganza.We've included the full list of all the books recommended today at our show notes page, which you'll find at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/352.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every year in RAR Premium we do Christmas School. What is Christmas School? It's 4 weeks of Christmas-themed Family Book Clubs that offer your whole family (from preschoolers to high schoolers) a relaxed, bookish learning experience. This year's Christmas School is brand new and better than ever. Open-and-Go Christmas School for all ages Our 2022 […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

Chances are good that you're already familiar with the picture book sensation turned childhood classic, Bear Snores On. But do you know the woman who wrote it? Karma Wilson has come up with some of her best ideas while eating ice cream or visiting the zoo. She was saved as a child, in a way, […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I doing enough?” I think we've all asked that question. If you're homeschooling your kids, you might ask it every single day. It might even wake you up at night and feel like an elephant sitting on your chest.

It's Victorian London in the late 1800's… and it's been five years since the Sweep disappeared. Orphaned and alone, Nan Sparrow has no other choice but to work for a ruthless chimney sweep named Wilkie Crudd. She spends her days doing dangerous work–sweeping out chimneys. The job is thankless, but with her wits and will, […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

Have you ever REALLY worried about one of your kids? What should you do if you don't feel like you read aloud well? What's the point of poetry memorization? What would you tell a mom who is confused about all the different homeschooling philosophies and methods? How do I know that I'm doing enough? What […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

Last time on the Read-Aloud Revival, I told you about the inspiration for the creation of Waxwing Books and our first book,  A Little More Beautiful: The Story of a Garden.  In this episode, I'll take you on the rest of the adventure, from connecting with illustrator Breezy Brookshire to bringing on editor Michael Green, […] Visit Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie

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