Readers on the Road

Recent episodes

1. “Lucky Ducklings” by Eva Moore and illustrated by Nancy Carpenter from Readers on the Road

   Jul 8, 20255 min

   “Lucky Ducklings” by Eva Moore and illustrated by Nancy Carpenter. Orchard Books, New York. 2013.

2. July 2025 update from Readers on the Road

   Jul 7, 20251 min

   We're back! Or trying to be back! After a haitus inspired by two kids, new software, and some major life changes, we're jumping back into recording.

3. “A Pig Is Moving In!” by Claudia Fries from Readers on the Road

   Jul 18, 20248 min

   Readers on the Road learns to not judge a book by the cover… we loved “A Pig Is Moving In!” by Claudia Fries. Orchard Books, New York. 2000.

4. “Acorn Was a Little Wild,” by Jen Arena and illustrated by Jessica Gibson from Readers on the Road

   Jul 16, 20245 min

   Readers on the Road loves “Acorn Was a Little Wild,” by Jen Arena and illustrated by Jessica Gibson. Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, New York. 2022.

5. “Ride Beside Me,” by Lucy Knisley from Readers on the Road

   Jul 7, 20244 min

   Bike season is here, and we love “Ride Beside Me,” by Lucy Knisley. Alfred A. Knopf, New York. 2024.

6. “The Hockey Skates,” by Karl Subban and illustrated by Maggie Zeng from Readers on the Road

   Jun 20, 20248 min

   Readers on the Road dreams of cooler weather in the midst of a heatwave! We chill down with “The Hockey Skates,” by Karl Subban and illustrated by Maggie Zeng. Harper Collins Publishers LTD, Toronto ON. 2023.

7. “Once Upon A Goat,” by Dan Richards and illustrated by Eric Barclay from Readers on the Road

   Jun 17, 20247 min

   Readers on the Road considers a pet. Just kidding. We do love puns, though. And “Once Upon A Goat,” by Dan Richards and illustrated by Eric Barclay. Alfred A. Knopf, New York. 2019.

8. “Song and Dance Man,” by Karen Ackerman and illustrated by Stephen Gammell from Readers on the Road

   Jun 12, 20247 min

   Readers on the Road taps through “Song and Dance Man,” by Karen Ackerman and illustrated by Stephen Gammell. Alfred A. Knopf, New York. 1988

9. “Octopants and the Missing Pirate Underpants” by Suzy Senior and illustrated by Claire Powell from Readers on the Road

   Jun 10, 20245 min

   Readers on the Road is in the sea-sonal ocean mood and we enjoy “Octopants and the Missing Pirate Underpants” by Suzy Senior and illustrated by Claire Powell. Tiger Tales, Wilton CT. 2022

10. “Maybe Tomorrow?” by Charlotte Agell and Ana Ramirez Gonzales from Readers on the Road

    Jun 7, 20246 min

    Readers on the Road loves a social-emotional book in disguise! We enjoy “Maybe Tomorrow?” by Charlotte Agell and Ana Ramirez Gonzales. Scholastic, New York. 2019.

11. “Toad,” by Ruth Brown from Readers on the Road

    Jun 7, 20242 min

    A truly gross and joyful tale, Readers on the Road enjoys “Toad,” by Ruth Brown. Dutton Children’s Boos, Penguin Books USA. New York. 1996.

12. “Bread And Jam For Frances,” by Russell Hoban and illustrated by Lillian Hoban from Readers on the Road

    May 22, 202413 min

    Readers on the Road loves a classic— “Bread And Jam For Frances,” by Russell Hoban and illustrated by Lillian Hoban. Harper Collins Publishers, 1964.

13. “King Hugo’s Huge Ego,” by Chris Van Dusen from Readers on the Road

    May 19, 20248 min

    Readers on the Road loves “King Hugo’s Huge Ego,” by Chris Van Dusen. Candlewick Press, Somerville MA. 2011

14. “The Tale of Pale Male, A True Story,” by Jeanette Winter from Readers on the Road

    May 19, 20248 min

    Readers on the Road thinks about birds of the city in “The Tale of Pale Male, A True Story,” by Jeanette Winter. Harcourt, Inc. 2007

15. “The Snail House,” by Allan Ahlberg and illustrated by Gillian Tyler from Readers on the Road

    May 17, 202412 min

    Readers on the Road discovers a new magical favorite— a story in a story, as Arthur said. We loved “The Snail House,” by Allan Ahlberg and illustrated by Gillian Tyler. Candlewick Press, Cambridge MA. 2000.

16. “Officer Buckle and Gloria,” by Peggy Rathmann from Readers on the Road

    May 15, 20247 min

    A classic from mama’s childhood! Readers on the Road loved “Officer Buckle and Gloria,” by Peggy Rathmann. G. P. Putnam’s Sons, New York. 1995.

17. “My Garden,” by Kevin Henkes from Readers on the Road

    May 5, 20243 min

    Readers on the Road is in full spring mode. We enjoy “My Garden,” by Kevin Henkes. Greenwillow Books, 2010.

18. “Ice Harbor Mittens,” by Robin Hansen and illustrated by Jamie Hogan from Readers on the Road

    May 4, 202416 min

    Readers on the Road enjoys a local story, “Ice Harbor Mittens,” by Robin Hansen and illustrated by Jamie Hogan. Downeast Books, 2010.

19. “A Hat for Mrs. Goldman; A Story About Knitting and Love,” by Michelle Edwards and G. Brian Karas from Readers on the Road

    May 2, 20247 min

    Readers on the Road loves to be wrapped in love. We enjoy “A Hat for Mrs. Goldman; A Story About Knitting and Love,” by Michelle Edwards and G. Brian Karas. Schwartz & Wade Books, New York. 2016.

20. “Everything Changes and That’s Ok,” by Carol Dodd and illustrated by Erin Huybrechts from Readers on the Road

    Apr 30, 20245 min

    Readers on the Road embraces moments of change with “Everything Changes and That’s Ok,” by Carol Dodd and illustrated by Erin Huybrechts. Bala Kids, Shambhala Publications, Inc. Boulder, CO. 2022