The Unique Joys of Reading Aloud (with Sarah Mackenzie)

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)

Danielle Bean

Religion & Spirituality, Parenting, Kids & Family

4.9 • 810 Ratings

🗓️ 16 April 2024

⏱️ 46 minutes

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Summary

In this conversation, Sarah Mackenzie discusses the life and work of Barbara Cooney, a renowned author and illustrator of children's books. Sarah shares her fascination with Barbara's illustration style and her discovery of Barbara's life as a mother of four who placed her drawing table in the busiest room of her house. Sarah also highlights Barbara's commitment to detail and precision in her illustrations and her dedication to visiting the locations she depicted in her books.

The conversation explores the power of children's books in shaping character and fostering empathy. Sarah emphasizes the importance of reading aloud to children and the impact it has on their development. She also discusses the value of short books and the joy and rest that reading can bring to our lives.

Takeaways

Barbara Cooney was a prolific author and illustrator of over 150 children's books, known for her illustration style and attention to detail.
Reading aloud to children has a profound impact on their development, fostering empathy, and helping them overcome challenges.
Stories have the power to shape character and teach virtues, allowing children to witness characters overcoming obstacles and becoming who they need to be.
Short books and children's novels can be a valuable way to nurture a reading habit, especially during busy seasons of life.
Reading is not just a task to be accomplished but a gift that brings joy and rest to our lives.

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0:57.4	Girlfriends, episode number 418,
0:59.7	The Unique Joys of Reading Aloud with Sarah McKenzie.
1:03.0	Hello and welcome to Girlfriends.
1:05.0	I'm Danielle Bean.
1:06.1	I'm a wife and a mom, and I'm on a mission to help you.
1:09.2	Know your worth is a woman so you can find peace,
1:11.1	balance, and joy in family living. This week, our special guest is a repeat guest here on
1:15.5	Girlfriends because we love her so much, Sarah McKenzie from Read Aloud Revival. Can't wait
1:20.5	to share this with you. Let's get going.
1:33.1	Hey, girlfriend, how are you? Thank you so much for being here. I am thrilled to have you joining me here for this newest episode of the Girlfriends podcast where we're going to be
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