30 | Three (Unlikely) Books to Start the Year with Stephanie Affinito (Part 2)

This season we are focused on connection first and the power of connection to nourish healthy regulation. One way to build connections is through books, so we decided to include a few book-ish episodes in our line up. Stephanie Affinito, host of the KidLit Love podcast offers three thoughtful and unexpected books to start the school year (and return to again and again). Timeline 00:00. Book Recommendations for Educators12:47 Exploring New Books for the Classroom15:56. The Importance of Read-Alouds Takeaways Restorative reading and writing practices can enhance well-being. New books can invigorate classroom communities. Reading and writing can be tools for healing. Community-building books are vital for the start of the school year. Teachers should explore diverse literature for their classrooms. Engaging with authors can deepen connections to books. Restorative practices can transform teaching experiences. Links Stephanie Affinito's website: A Lit Life Sticky Hope Notes with helpful resources: Episode Link Chapters (00:00:00) - Book Recommendations for Educators(00:12:47) - Exploring New Books for the Classroom(00:15:58) - he Importance of Read-Alouds