Tea, Tales, and Tomes
At Tea, Tales, and Tomes we are living our favourite lives talking books and drinking hot beverages. So grab your cuppa and join us in this gentle corner of the audio world - a community of readers, raising readers.
Join us fortnightly, on a Wednesday, for all the wonder of kids books shelves that adults will also find delight in. I will give you hints and tips on how to raise bookdragons and provide you will tons of great book recommendations that are long-lasting shelf occupiers.
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Episodes
8 episodes
From Teacher to Acclaimed Author: Roslynne Toerien's Literary Journey
Ever wondered how children can learn complex facts without feeling like they're in a classroom? Roslynne Toerien has mastered this delicate balance through her captivating children's books that blend imagination with education.In this h...
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Episode 7
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59:56
Voices, Interruptions, and Fidgets: Mastering the Read-Aloud Experience
Have you ever felt self-conscious reading aloud to your child? That strange feeling of performing for an audience, struggling with character voices, or wondering if you're "doing it right" when your child interrupts or wanders off mid-story? Yo...
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Episode 6
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16:36
Why That Whoosh, Bonk, and Splat Matter More Than You Think
Reading comic books and graphic novels with children creates joyful literacy experiences that build lifelong connections through stories while developing critical visual literacy skills.• Slow down when reading comics aloud to allow chi...
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Episode 5
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33:52
Your Kid's Comic Book Obsession Is Their Literary Superpower
Ever found yourself wondering if your child's comic book obsession actually "counts" as reading? You're not alone. Parents everywhere are questioning whether Dog Man and Captain Underpants are legitimate literature or just a phase to endure.
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Episode 4
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16:02
Prolific authors with great collections you can always rely on
Ever felt completely overwhelmed in the library or bookshop when trying to select a good book for your kids? One that they and you will love and that won't sit on a shelf collecting dust after just one read? If you answered yes, this episode is...
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Episode 3
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16:09
The simple magic of Goodnight Moon and more...
We're continuing our chat today about books to read to our kids in that first year of their lives and curating shelves for a lifetime. This is Part 2 of a 3 part series that is looking at books for your baby's first year. In Part 1 we looked at...
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Episode 2
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19:45
Am I really reading to a newborn?!
We’re kicking off our show with an excellent question, “What books should I read to my baby during their first year of life?” Now, I’m not saying that I got overly excited by the question or anything but I did create a multi-part episode out of...
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Episode 1
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