Episodes

  • I Survived Hurricane Katrina Episode 2: Chapters 4-6
    May 20 2026

    Welcome to Episode 1 of our I Survived series, where we dive into Chapters 4-6 of I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 by Lauren Tarshis.

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Practice identifying cause and effect relationships in the story
    • Build vocabulary
    • Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Read chapters 4-6 then listen and share your thinking!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 companion pack HERE The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

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    8 mins
  • I Survived Hurricane Katrina Episode 1: Chapters 1-3
    May 18 2026

    Welcome to Episode 1 of our I Survived series, where we dive into Chapters 1-3 of I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 by Lauren Tarshis.

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Practice making predictions
    • Build vocabulary
    • Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Read chapters 1-3, then listen and share your thinking!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 companion pack HERE The pack is available to purchase and print and aligns with each episode of the podcast.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Loving the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and leave a review. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

    Thanks for checking in!

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    8 mins
  • Choose Your Own Check-In: Context Clues (Vocabulary)
    May 13 2026

    In this episode, you can use ANY book you're currently reading! Grab your book, press play, and think along as we practice determining the meaning of unknown words using context clues in the text.

    You'll be guided through the steps to determine the meaning of any unfamiliar word in your text.

    This episode is perfect for

    • independent reading
    • classroom use
    • listening in the car
    • homework time

    Just pause the episode when you need more thinking time, and get ready to share your ideas!

    If this episode seemed like a good fit, check out our novel studies where we explore popular chapter books together!

    Looking for a fun way to continue to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Thanks for checking-in! Keep reading and keep thinking...because books are better together!

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    6 mins
  • Frindle Episode 6: Final Frindle Check-In
    May 6 2026

    Welcome to Episode 6 of our Frindle series. This is the final episode of our series!

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Reflect on the story from beginning to end.
    • Summarize the story using Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then...

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Finish the book Frindle, then listen and share your thinking!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Frindle companion pack HERE.The pack is available to purchase and print in order to add even more structure to your chapter check-in time.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Keep following along for more Kids Chapter Check-ins featuring other popular novels! Our next novel, I Survived Hurricane Katrina 2005 begins on May 18th, 2026.

    Thanks for checking in!

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    9 mins
  • Frindle Episode 5: Chapters 13-15
    Apr 29 2026

    Welcome to Episode 5 of our Frindle series, where we dive into Chapters 13-15 of Frindle by Andrew Clements.

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Practice making inferences
    • Build vocabulary and make predictions about what might happen next.
    • Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Read chapters 13-15, then listen and share your thinking!

    Check back next week for our final episode in our Frindle series, where we talk about the book from beginning to end!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Frindle companion pack HERE The pack is available to purchase and print in order to add even more structure to your chapter check-in time.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Thanks for checking in!

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    8 mins
  • Frindle Episode 4: Chapters 10-12
    Apr 22 2026

    Welcome to Episode 4 of our Frindle series, where we dive into Chapters 10-12 of Frindle by Andrew Clements.

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Determine a possible theme for the story.
    • Build vocabulary and make predictions about what might happen next.
    • Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Read chapters 10-12, then listen and share your thinking!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Frindle companion pack HERE The pack is available to purchase and print in order to add even more structure to your chapter check-in time.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Thanks for checking in!


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    7 mins
  • Frindle Episode 3: Chapters 7-9
    Apr 15 2026

    Welcome to Episode 3 of our Frindle series, where we dive into Chapters 7-9 of Frindle by Andrew Clements.

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Determine and explain the point of view/perspective of the characters
    • Build vocabulary and make predictions about what might happen next.
    • Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Read chapters 7-9, then listen and share your thinking!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Frindle companion pack HERE The pack is available to purchase and print in order to add even more structure to your chapter check-in time.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Thanks for checking in!

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    7 mins
  • Frindle Episode 2: Chapters 4-6
    Apr 8 2026

    Welcome to Episode 2 of our Frindle series, where we dive into Chapters 4-6 of Frindle by Andrew Clements.

    In this episode, listeners will

    • Think about cause and effect
    • Reflect on the way that Nick has changed so far in the story
    • Build vocabulary and make predictions about what might happen next.
    • Play games that foster speaking and listening skills

    This episode is perfect for students reading along independently, in the classroom, or with family.

    Read chapters 4-6, then listen and share your thinking!

    If you'd like additional reading support, check out the Frindle companion pack HERE The pack is available to purchase and print in order to add even more structure to your chapter check-in time.

    Looking for a fun way to explore words in books? Check out this FREE Word Bingo, perfect for building up new vocabulary with any book!

    Thanks for checking in!


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    7 mins