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Sloths Love to Read Podcast

KeriAnne Jelinek for Sloth Dreams Books

Welcome to Sloths Love to Read! 🌟 I’m KeriAnne Jelinek, bestselling author of 180+ children’s books, entrepreneur, and literacy advocate who champions the power of reading aloud. Each episode features traditional KidLit favorites and indie children’s books to spark imagination, build curiosity, and inspire a lifelong love of books. Perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and kids everywhere! All stories are read and shared under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0

kids & family stories for kids

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00:05:59

The Mystery on the Golden Hind - by Louise M. Dickens

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2024/02/02

Alfred, along with his little housemate Stanley, are two friendly pugs that live in a quaint, fisherman's cottage in the seaside town of Brixham. With the help of their good friends Prudence the Poodle, Nelson the Newfoundland, and Mario 'The Happy Mongrel', they fall into a trap by a notorious jewel thief. Against all odds, the little group of canine detectives come together, learning so much about themselves in the process and form unbreakable bonds that will last a lifetime. Venture into the

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00:15:25

Music at the Watering Hole - by Michele Campanelli

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2024/02/01

From New York Times Bestselling Author, Michele Wallace Campanelli, comes a heartwarming tale of the power of music. A book for children of all ages! Discover "Music at the Watering Hole," a heartwarming animal adventure where a broken box of musical instruments changes the lives of curious animals. Jengo the tortoise, Tafari the giraffe, and a diverse cast of characters find themselves enchanted by the instruments' potential. Led by Kojo the Lion, they form a symphony orchestra, creating

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00:03:21

Roly Poly the Panicky Panda - by Chantelle Stieghan

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2024/01/31

The story of a nervous panda cub who goes on an unexpected adventure after a small fright causes him to roll far away from home. Will he find the courage to make it back to his mother before dark? A book for young children about being brave. Available on Amazon or Roly Poly the Panicky Panda https://a.co/d/ions3Sp --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slothslovetoread/message

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00:07:59

Wobbly Winnie has a Wiggly Tooth - by Mireille van...

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2024/01/30

When Winnie looks in the mirror, she sees something wiggling in her mouth. What is that? It’s a loose tooth. Will all her teeth fall out just like Aunt Blanche’s? This is an emergency! Together with Gunner, they are going to figure out why Winnie has wiggly tooth. The books of Wobbly Winnie are based on true stories from the life of a mother with an ADHD child. Living with ADHD is often a challenge, mostly for the child itself. As a parent it’s so important to stay calm and guide the child through

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00:03:31

Some Families: Celebrating Family Diversity - by Kimi...

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2024/01/29

This book walks you through a photo album filled with personal photos of multicultural families across the world. Showing that everyday families do not all look or act alike, but yet are still all filled with love. This book gently offers an opportunity to converse with your child about the many different family structures of people across the world. Available on Amazon or Instagram @MisshallBooks --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slothslovetoread/message

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00:05:55

When Willie Got His Wheels - by RJ Davila

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2024/01/28

Willie is the coolest motorcyclist in second grade! Wait, a second grader is a motorcyclist? Well, he dreams of becoming one―the coolest in second grade, as a matter of fact. This 7-year-old from a small, Midwestern town finds himself enamored by a scruffy, bearded motorcyclist who rides throughout his neighborhood, named Bill. This fun and visually appealing slap-happy narrative―within the children's motorcycle book and stories in verse categories―is written in rhyme-scheme, offering a unique

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00:09:20

Meeting Exceptional Friends - by Dr. Lindsey Larson

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2024/01/27

*Winner of the 2023 Nautilus Book Award* *Winner of the 2023 Readers' Favorite Bronze Award* Celebrate differences and learn to include all children in play and activities with this educational book about meeting friends with disabilities and neurodiversity. Explaining differences related to disabilities can be challenging for parents and teachers to navigate. Meeting Exceptional Friends illustrates realistic situations children will encounter and creates opportunities for young children to learn

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00:08:26

Gunner Goes to the Bedroom Ball - by Karl Riemensperger

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2024/01/26

Gunner is a loyal and playful 4 year-old Black Labrador mix who finds himself feeling he might be missing out on a special fun event that occurs nightly in his boy's bedroom! Follow Gunner through his dreams as he imagines what he would expect to experience at this "bedroom ball" he keeps hearing about from his new caring family. Gunner might just be surprised at how happy and content he feels, even after missing the special occasion. In the second book of the series, this story demonstrates how a

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00:07:22

An Artist Like Me: Jacob Lawrence - by Celia Vernal

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2024/01/25

Meet Artist Jacob Lawrence! An Artist Like Me series shares a mix of historical reproductions, photos, and illustrations that showcase the artistic and cultural contributions of Black artists. Using poignant anecdotes and important factual information the readers (ages 6-10) are encouraged to identify with the artists.This book shares with you the art and life of Jacob Lawrence. Inspired by the sights, sounds, and busy streets in his neighbourhood, Jacob used his art to tell stories. An Artist Like

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00:06:20

From the Stars Above - by Grace Clarke

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2024/01/24

A "kids'" book for everyone. "From the Stars Above" is a short story perfect for all ages. Filled with bright, hand-painted imagery created by intuitive artist Grace Clarke, it tells the story of a princess from the stars who must rediscover her own inner light before reminding us all of our own. From the Stars Above https://a.co/d/4QzTBNY --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slothslovetoread/message

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00:06:11

Gloria Bee’s Big Picture Day - by Lin Hawthorne

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2024/01/23

When the incredibly imaginative creative artist Gloria Bee discovers that her favorite paint brush is missing, she fears her plan to make beautiful art today is ruined. But then she finds a solution. Frolicking with her dog named "Dog," Gloria Bee starts to take pictures on her camera to capture memories and scenes she plans to paint later, once she finds her paintbrush. Along her paintbrush-finding journey, Gloria Bee and Dog end up on a colorful and fun-filled outdoor adventure. Meanwhile, her

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00:10:41

The Legend of the Worry Doll - by TeriLee Greeff

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2024/01/22

The Legend of the Worry Doll is based on a Guatemalan tale that has been passed down through generations. The story is about a Maya goddess that presented tiny dolls wrapped in colorful threads and fabric to help people address their stress and anxiety. People were instructed to share their fears and secrets with the dolls and then place them under their pillows when they slept. The legend maintains that by doing this the dolls will take on those burdens during the night, allowing the person to

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00:10:03

Gunner Gets Lucky - by Karl Riemensperger

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2024/01/21

Gunner is a loyal and playful 4 year-old Black Labrador mix that finds himself feeling unlucky having been separated from his original family. Follow Gunner’s journey as he temporarily spends time on a farm and ultimately finds a new home; Gunner might become luckier than he ever imagined with adventures and dreams along the way! In the first book of a series, this story demonstrates how a dog’s life is precious and how one lucky dog can start over with a young boy and caring new family. There are

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00:04:25

Misty and Luna - by A.M. Page

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2024/01/20

Misty, is an energetic and loveable dog, who is a big fan of surprises. Misty's world turns upside down when her owner returns with a surprise- not a toy or bone, but a fluffy kitten named Luna. Uncertain and resistant to change, Misty must learn through gentle encouragement that change can be scary and yet a wonderful surprise. As Misty observes Luna's struggles to adjust to her new surroundings, a newfound empathy blossoms within her. Taking matters into her own paws, Misty decides to show Luna

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00:13:17

Katy on Broadway - by Ella English

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2024/01/19

Katy on Broadway written and illustrated by Ella English and is the first book in the “Kitty in the City” series published by Crimson Dragon Publishing. It is a chapter book for ages 4-7. I’m a Superstar! Katy cat loves to sing and practices every day. Gerry the squirrel says she can’t, and her owner Lilian says New York is too dangerous for such a small kitty. But now she’s ready to try! She escapes her yard and makes it to the city. But it IS a big scary place! Now she’s all alone and lost. How

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00:08:00

Twiggy and the Lost Socks - by Renee DeVincent

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2024/01/18

Colorful illustrations and cheerful rhyming, this engaging story will leave both kids and adults feeling uplifted and connected. This heartwarming tale follows the adventures of a young squirrel and his family. One day, Twiggy finds something soft and fuzzy. A treasure that will keep him warm during the winter. Unknown to him, it belongs to a girl who is searching for her lost sock. What will happen when the girl discovers Twiggy has her sock? Will Twiggy get to keep the sock? Follow along as

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00:04:51

Five Little Fireflies - by Sandra Flees

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2024/01/17

Join the five little fireflies on their exciting adventure as you count down from five to one, bringing a world of learning and fun to your little ones! This book not only teaches counting skills, but also includes coloring pages to spark creativity, fun facts to expand knowledge, and site words to enhance language development. The interactive puppet activity will have children engaged and entertained for hours. Get ready to join in on the countdown and watch as the fireflies light up the night sky

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00:08:17

Otto the Otter: A Big Surprise - by Linda Hansen

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2024/01/16

This is the true story of OTTO THE OTTER, a North American River Otter who visited one family’s small pond every day. The family loved watching him and taking pictures of his antics. Then one day, Otto brought them the most amazing surprise! Otto the Otter: A Big Surprise can be found at: www.LindaHansenAuthor.com or on Amazon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slothslovetoread/message

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00:10:33

Our Lives Matter: Martin Luther King Jr. & The Road...

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2024/01/15

An educational book about the road to civil rights, the life of Martin Luther King Jr, and the Black Lives Matter Movement. Available at Amazon or at SlothDreamsBooks.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slothslovetoread/message

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00:11:53

Take the Riverwalk - by Joseline J. Hardrick

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2024/01/14

“Take the Riverwalk” is a heartwarming children's book that takes readers on an exciting journey through Tampa's rich history. Join a young brother and sister as they explore the city with their aunt on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. They visit the Tampa History Museum and take a stroll on the Riverwalk, where they accidentally get separated from their aunt. As they wait to be reunited with their aunt, they meet a kind and wise woman named Blanche Armwood, an educator, public speaker, activist,

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