Picture This…
The Picture This podcast explores innovative ways to use picture books in classrooms and libraries, going beyond just teaching students to read. Each episode offers creative ideas, expert insights, and practical tips to help educators and librarians engage young minds with the power of storytelling.
Episodes
31 episodes
Pizzasaurus & Plot Twists: Why Every Story Needs a Dinosaur-Sized Problem with Tammi Sauer
Wordplay, Walking, and "Dinosaur-Sized" ProblemsIn this episode of Picture This, host Adam Lehrhaupt catches up with Oklahoma Book Award winner Tammi Sauer. They discuss the long (and often anxious!) wait for illus...
20-Minute Writing Magic: Simplifying Literacy Instruction with Patty McGee
Less Talking, More WritingIn this episode of Picture This, host Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with Milken Educator Award winner Patty McGee, often called "The Writer Whisperer." With experience serving over 50,000 stude...
Unlock the secrets of nonfiction with guest Patricia Newman
In this engaging conversation, Patricia Newman, a master of nonfiction writing, shares her insights on the intricacies of crafting nonfiction for children. She discusses the importance of research, the challenges of maintaining historical accur...
How Bugs Bunny Taught Me to Teach with Deb Pilutti: Visual Literacy & The Art of the Reaction Shot
Cartoons, Graphic Design, and the Geometry of CharacterHost Adam Lehrhaupt reunites with illustrator Deb Pilutti (Idea Jar, Old Rock is Not Boring) to pull back the curtain on the creative process. Deb rev...
Stop writer's block! A writing formula that works for every grade, with guest Nancy Viau
Breaking the "Knitting Grandma" Mold & Building Better StoriesIn this episode of Picture This, host Adam Lehrhaupt catches up with award-winning author and former teacher Nancy Viau. Nancy is on a mission to mo...
The Art of Engaging Young Readers with Patricia Newman
In this engaging conversation, Patricia Newman, a master of nonfiction writing, shares her insights on the intricacies of crafting nonfiction for children. She discusses the importance of research, the challenges of maintaining historical accur...
Shaping the Future - The Picture This 2025 Retrospective
In this episode of Picture This, Adam Lehrhaupt engages listeners in a reflective conversation about the podcast's past episodes, guest contributions, and the importance of listener feedback. He emphasizes the need for audience input to shape f...
The Art of Beautiful Flaws (A Knot Is Not a Tangle): It's a Feature, Not a Bug
Episode Summary: The Art of Beautiful FlawsIn this historic first for the Picture This podcast, host Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with both the author and the illustrator of the spectacular new picture book, A Knot Is Not ...
Beyond the Book: How Multimedia is Sparking the Next Generation of Readers w/ Guest Blake Hamilton
Unlock creativity and engagement in children's literature! 📚 In this episode of Picture This, host Adam Lehrhaupt chats with filmmaker and creative writer Blake Hamilton, the co-creator of All the Wonders, a project dedicat...
Art is Resistance: Illustrating Identity & Culture with Rahele Jomepour-Bell
What happens when an object like a book becomes part of your identity? 📚Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with award-winning author/illustrator Rahele Jomepour-Bell (Books Big Adventure), an assistant professor at the Kansas City ...
Connect Authors to Your Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Engaging Curriculum & Author Visits w/Guest Stephanie Fitzpatrick
Are your author visit resources working as hard as you are? 😅Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with former assistant principal and founder of The Book Links, Stephanie Fitzpatrick, to discuss t...
The Power of an Idea: How Paul Czajak Started Writing (and You Can Too)
Paul Czajak on Picture Books, Creative Prompts, and the Magic of Revision | Picture This PodcastJoin host Adam Lehrhaupt as he welcomes his good friend, author Paul Czajak, known for beloved books like the Monster and Me ...
Create Characters That Make Kids Laugh w/Guest Timothy Young
Children's author and illustrator Timothy Young is more than just a writer—he's a former animator and toy designer! Join us as Timothy shares his unexpected journey to picture books and reveals his process for creating characters with he...
'Life's Full of Jerks' & Other School Visit Secrets from Author Bob Shea
Want to make your next classroom lesson, author visit or read-aloud hilarious and heartfelt? 😂Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with celebrated author/illustrator Bob Shea (Who Wet My Pants?, Dinosaur vs. series) to talk ...
Constraints = Creativity: Board Book Secrets to Open-Ended Classroom Assignments w/ Guest Joyce Wan
Picture This Podcast: Joyce Wan - Teaching BIG Feelings with Minimalist ArtHow do you convey huge emotions like love, comfort, and identity using the fewest words and simplest images?Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with best-selli...
Picture Book Secrets for AMAZING classroom experiences w/ Scott Magoon (Free Resources for Teachers)
Want to transform your read-alouds, creative time and lessons into unforgettable classroom experiences?Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with his long-time friend and collaborator, illustrator Scott Magoon (I Will Not Eat You, Linus Th...
Merging Theater, Children's Books, and education with Marcy Colleen
Ready to bring some drama to your classroom? 🎬 In this episode of Picture This, host Adam Lehrhaupt chats with children's book and graphic novel author Marcy Colleen, who uses her theater background to create dynamic and emotionally rich storie...
Art, Animation, History & Muppets: Gene Barretta on Creative Storytelling
Go behind the scenes with a true creative master! In this episode of Picture This, host Adam Lehrhaupt interviews Gene Barretta, the acclaimed author and illustrator who brings history, science, and art to life for young readers. With a unique ...
5 Types of Nonfiction Your Classroom Needs: Beyond the All-About Book w/ Melissa Stewart
Are you ready to transform your students' relationship with nonfiction? In this episode of Picture This, join host Adam Lehrhaupt and celebrated author Melissa Stewart as they introduce a game-changing framework for understanding nonfiction lit...
Struggling to Teach STEM? This Will Change Everything. (W/ Josh Funk)
Welcome back to Picture This! This week, we're with the brilliant Josh Funk, a software engineer turned children's author who has a secret. He's figured out how to use hilarious rhyming picture books to teach complex STEM concepts—without a sin...
How to Spark Creativity in Your Students with Picture Books: A Teacher's Journey (w/ Nick Solis)
In this episode of Picture This, host Adam is joined by celebrated children's author and 4th-grade teacher Nick Solis. Discover how Nick's manuscript for his book, The Staring Contest, was born in Adam's class and went on to become a p...
From Disney Animator to Award-Winning Author: The Secret to Visual Storytelling | w/ Benson Shum
What’s the difference between reading a story and truly seeing it?In this captivating episode of the Picture This Podcast, host Adam Lehrhaupt welcomes award-winning author and Disney animator Benson Shum for an unforgettable conve...
Literacy, Curation, & Community: The Ultimate Modern Librarian's Playbook with Matthew Winner
What is the true purpose of a library beyond just books? In this inspiring episode of the Picture This Podcast, host Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with award-winning librarian and children's literature advocate Matthew Winner.Matthew shares ...
Use Interactive Read-Alouds to Boost Literacy & STEM Learning | w/ guest JaNay Brown-Wood
How can you transform story time into a powerful tool for literacy, engagement, and empowerment? In this inspiring episode of the Picture This Podcast, host Adam Lehrhaupt sits down with award-winning author and educator, JaNay Brown-Wood!<...
Crafting Stories: Picture Books vs. Chapter Books & Writing Lessons with Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
Join Adam Lehrhaupt on Picture This as he sits down with award-winning author Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen to explore the magic and craft behind creating captivating stories for young readers!In this illuminating conversation, Sudipta shares...