EP 11: The Gift of Reading: Holiday Book Recommendations for Every Age with Casey Rose Frank

Summary

In this festive episode of Literacy Launchpad: Read, Learn, Grow, host Jose Miguel Longo welcomes Casey Rose Frank, the owner of the Golden Bee Bookshop in Liverpool, New York. Together, they explore delightful holiday book recommendations that cater to readers of all ages, making this the perfect guide for gift-giving this season.

Listeners will be treated to Casey's insights on the importance of laughter in children's literature, as she shares her daughter's favorite reads and highlights books that engage young readers through humor and creativity. Casey emphasizes the significance of representation in children's books, showcasing titles that reflect diverse families and experiences, ensuring every child can find a story that resonates with them.

Throughout the episode, Casey shares her top picks for various age groups, including enchanting stories for preschoolers, engaging graphic novels for preteens, and captivating reads for teens. She encourages families to create their own reading traditions during the holiday season, emphasizing the joy of sharing stories together and the magic of anticipation with advent-style books.

Join us for this heartwarming conversation filled with valuable recommendations and insights that will inspire families to embrace the gift of reading this holiday season. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to spread the joy of books and foster a love of reading in children!

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Literacy Launchpad

01:15 Introduction of Casey Rose Frank, Owner of Golden Bee Bookshop

05:30 The importance of laughter in children's books

10:00 Highlighting diverse representation in children's literature

15:20 Holiday book recommendations for preschoolers

22:45 Engaging graphic novels for preteens

30:00 Captivating reads for teens and creating reading traditions

38:15 Encouraging families to embrace the joy of reading

45:00 Thank you to our guest, Casey Rose Frank

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About Our Guest

Casey Rose Frank is a lifelong reader who credits her childhood reading as the foundation for who she is today. Casey Rose Frank is the owner of the Golden Bee Bookshop, located in the village of Liverpool, New York. With a passion for fostering a love of reading in children and families, Casey curates a collection of diverse and engaging books that reflect the community she serves. As a dedicated advocate for independent bookstores, she believes in the power of literature to connect and inspire. She opened Golden Bee Bookshop November of 2019 and has been providing recommendations for readers of all ages since then.

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