Mostly Book Talk
A podcast for teachers, librarians, and parents who are passionate about supporting children's and teenagers' reading for pleasure. We dive into the vibrant world of children’s and YA literature, offering expert book recommendations, engaging author interviews, and practical advice on how to nurture a lifelong love of reading.
Whether you’re looking to expand your classroom or library collection, discover fresh titles for your students or children, or explore proven strategies for creating reading-rich environments, you will find it here. From picture books to young adult novels, we highlight new releases, hidden gems, and must-read favourites that are sure to grow your 'To Be Read' pile.
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Mostly Book Talk
Episode 2 - Science Book Club
We talked to Rose Edmondson at Falinge Park High School about her brilliant science book club. She can be found on Twitter/X @snotlady5
Here are some of the books she mentioned:
Global - a graphic novel adventure about hope in the face of climate change
The Moth Keeper - can be hard to find in UK - available second hand
Graphic Science- Seven Journeys of Discovery
We also talked about what we had been reading.
The Dog that Saved the World (Cup)
The Humiliations of Welton Blake
Tomorrow, Tomorrow and Tomorrow
And information about Book Clubs in Schools’ Summer Book Club can be found here.