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Storytelling, Friendship, and Connecting Through Books

Storytelling, Friendship, and Connecting Through Books

Update: 2024-10-18
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In this episode of the Reading To Connect Show, host Quinn Cummings sits down with Dork Diaries creator Rachel Renee Russell and her daughter, Nikki Russell, to discuss the 16th book in the beloved series. Together, they explore the magic of chapter books, the transition from picture books to longer stories, and how parents can bond with their children through shared reading experiences. The conversation touches on personal family stories that inspired the series, the emotional depth of Dork Diaries, and the lessons in friendship, self-esteem, and kindness that transcend generations.

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Storytelling, Friendship, and Connecting Through Books

Storytelling, Friendship, and Connecting Through Books

Quinn Cummings