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Episode 30: Forest Magic & Bug Pooters: A Conversation with Susie Spikol

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What do fairy houses, mossy trails, and bug pooters share? They’re all ways to connect with nature—and today’s guest knows how to make the wild feel wonderfully magical.

In this episode, Annisha Jeffries chats with Susie Spikol, naturalist, educator, and author of two inspiring books for middle-grade readers: The Animal Adventurer’s Guide and her newest, Forest Magic for Kids. Whether helping kids find salamanders or stir up a bit of phoenix tea, Susie brings her signature blend of science, storytelling, and sensory wonder to everything she does.

Tune in to learn:

  • How fairy tales and field guides work together

  • Why writing in a “Secret Nature Notebook” builds mindfulness

  • How to bring forest magic to urban environments

  • What a bug pooter is (and why every kid needs one)

  • And how educators and librarians can build programs around Susie’s books

Whether you’re a parent, librarian, teacher, or young explorer, this episode will remind you that the world is still full of wonder—you must slow down and look. ✨

Show Notes

Guest: Susie Spikol
Books Discussed:

Hosted by: Annisha Jeffries, Youth Services Manager at Cleveland Public Library
Follow the Podcast: Instagram: @reading_in_the_middle

Subscribe & Review: Your support helps others discover stories that inspire curiosity and creativity.

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32 episodes

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Content provided by Annisha Jeffries. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Annisha Jeffries or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

What do fairy houses, mossy trails, and bug pooters share? They’re all ways to connect with nature—and today’s guest knows how to make the wild feel wonderfully magical.

In this episode, Annisha Jeffries chats with Susie Spikol, naturalist, educator, and author of two inspiring books for middle-grade readers: The Animal Adventurer’s Guide and her newest, Forest Magic for Kids. Whether helping kids find salamanders or stir up a bit of phoenix tea, Susie brings her signature blend of science, storytelling, and sensory wonder to everything she does.

Tune in to learn:

  • How fairy tales and field guides work together

  • Why writing in a “Secret Nature Notebook” builds mindfulness

  • How to bring forest magic to urban environments

  • What a bug pooter is (and why every kid needs one)

  • And how educators and librarians can build programs around Susie’s books

Whether you’re a parent, librarian, teacher, or young explorer, this episode will remind you that the world is still full of wonder—you must slow down and look. ✨

Show Notes

Guest: Susie Spikol
Books Discussed:

Hosted by: Annisha Jeffries, Youth Services Manager at Cleveland Public Library
Follow the Podcast: Instagram: @reading_in_the_middle

Subscribe & Review: Your support helps others discover stories that inspire curiosity and creativity.

  continue reading

32 episodes

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