Reading With Your Kids Podcast

In this episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty had  delightful conversations with two talented kid's book authors and illustrators - Kim Hillyard and Alycia Pace. The discussions covered a wide range of topics, from the power of picture books to inspire emotional intelligence and mental well-being, to the importance of kindness and community in children's stories. Kim Hillyard shared the exciting journey of creating her debut picture book, "Mabel and the Mountain," which follows a tiny fly's determination to climb a huge mountain. Kim spoke about the confidence she gained in simplifying her illustrations, and how the book's themes of resilience and self-belief can help young readers. Jed and Kim also explored the emotional impact of picture books, and how sharing vulnerable moments with children can be a powerful bonding experience. Alycia Pace then joined the conversation to discuss her new board book, "How to Put a Dinosaur to Bed." Alycia explained how the book aims to help children empathize