Books with Brooke: Recent Episodes
Brooke Silva
“Come with me & you’ll be in a world of pure imagination!” Join me as I read your kiddos new favorite books and follow me on Instagram @BookswithBrooke8 for a fun corresponding craft!
Luke Skywalker faces Darth Vader and the Emperor in a battle to decide the fate of the galaxy! Can he save the day? Let’s find out on this episode of Books with Brooke.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
Little clouds can do big things as we learn in this episode of Books with Brooke, as we read “Cloudette” by Tom Lichtenstein.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
Time to make a splash with “Pool Party” by Amy Duchene & Elisa Parhad.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
Let’s go on an adventure in this episode of Books with Brooke, as we read “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
Discover American with a very famous lady in the book “Lady Liberty’s Holiday” by Jen Arena. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
On this episode of Books with Brooke we dive into the world of art with the book “The Art Collector” by Jan Wahl.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read the hilarious “Dragons Love Tacos” by Adam Rubin. No Spicy Salsa Please!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “The Sour Grape” by Jory John & illustrated by Pete Oswald.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-silva/support
Learn about the Great Depression photographer in this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Dorothea Lange: The Photographer Who Found the Faces of the Depression” by Carole Boston Weatherford.
Come dig with us on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “The Digger and the Flower” by Joseph Kuefler.
Learn about the Detroit based Artist Tyree Guyton in this episode of Books with Brooke, as we read “Magic Trash:A Story of Tyree Guyton & His Art” by J.H. Shapiro
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale” by Mo Willems about a lost lovey & its heroic return!
Have you ever dreamt of catching a rainbow? Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “ A Rainbow of My Own” by Don Freeman.
Olive always knew she was an artist, but her parents weren’t quite sure. Until one day her vibrancy took over the town! On this episode of Books with Brooke we will read “Oh, Olive!” By Lian Cho
Whose more scary a crocodile or a dentist!? On this episode of Books with Brooke we reward “The Crocodile and the Dentist” by Toro Gomi.
In celebration of Black History Month, join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Parker Looks Up:An Extraordinary Moment” by Parker Curry & Jessica Curry, illustrated by Brittany Jackson.
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read the fun & vibrant book “I Ain’t Gonna Paint No More!” By Karen Beaumont & illustrated by David Catrow
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read Blue Bison Needs a Haircut by Scott Rothman & illustrated by Pete Oswald.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we ventured out into the snow on a journey to find “The Wish Tree” by Kyo Maclear.
Ready to boogie!? On this episode of Books with Brooke we’ll hit the town with a few cool cats in “Cats’ Night Out” by Caroline Stutson.
Follow the familiar story of two sisters on this episode of Books with Brooke, as we read Lulu & Zoey A Sister Story by Carrie Finison.
On this episode of Books with Brooke, we read the enchanting Eric Carle classic “Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me.” While you listen to this episode be sure to gaze up at the night sky to see if you catch a peek of the big beautiful moon!
Journey with me to the land of the Wild Things on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read the classic story “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak.
Follow a group of friends ready to take flight in this early Mo Willems book, “Let’s Say Hi to Friends Who Fly!”
Sometimes it’s hard doing something new like going to a new school! And all you need is a little extra love to know everything will be ok. On this episode of Books with Brooke we read “The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn and learn about an old secret that reminds us how loved we are!
Have you ever had an interesting pet? On this episode of Books with Brooke we learn what it’s like to have a Flamingo for a pet in “My Pet Flamingo” by Mariana Galvez.
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we follow Artist Bob Ross and his little friend in the book “Bob Ross and Peapod the Squirrel” by Robb Pearlman l.
Come along to the museum with me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “The Museum” by Susan Verde
Puff Puff Putf, Chug Chug Chug! Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Two Little Trains” by Margaret Wise Brown.
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we learn about the artist Yayoi Kusama in the book “Yayoi Kusama:From Here to Infinity” by Sarah Suzuki.
There’s nothing like a good high five! Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “High Five” by Adam Rubin.
Follow the wish of one little owl as we read “Knight Owl” by Christopher Denise on this episode of Books with Brooke.
Hear the sirens? It’s time to put the fire out on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Fire! Fuego! Brave Bomberos” by Susan Middleton Elya.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we learn about the work & life of artist Salvador Dali as we read “Just Being Dali: The Story of Artist Salvador Dali” by Amy Guglielmo.
It’s getting dark, pull out your flashlight and join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Dark on Light” by Dianne White.
Following the journey of the artist of Jean-Michel Basquiat in this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Little People, Big Dreams: Jean-Michel Basquiat” by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara.
Follow the clues to see what jobs people do on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Clotheline Clues to Jobs People Do by Kathryn Heling & Deborah Hembrook
Follow the artistic journey of Alexander Calder in this charming story, “Sandy’s Circus: A Story About Alexander Calder” by Tanya Lee Stone.
Join Shel has he hunts for his fellow eggs who’ve gone on a Great Eggscape! On this episode we read the whimsical book “The Great Eggscape!” By Jory John
See the world as Georgia O’ Keefe did as we read the book “Through Georgia’s Eyes” by Rachel Rodriguez.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read “My Name is Georgia” by Jeanette Winter about the life and work of Georgia O’Keefe.
Are you ready to come face to face with Big Mean? Find out what Little Doctor does when she encountered the Fearless Beast on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast” by Sophie Gilmore.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read Love Made Me More by Colleen Rowan Kosinski. We hear the sweet story of a young boy growing up through the eyes of a tiny paper crane.
Come join me for a “The Perfect Siesta” by Pato Mena on this episode of Books with Brooke.
It’s hard being a gnome with no beard-especially during the B.I.G. the Beards International Gnome-athlon. Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Go Big or Go Gnome” by Kirsten Mayer.
Do you love building magical things out of cardboard boxes? So does the character in todays story on Books with Brooke entitled “Boxitects” by Kim Smith.
Join in on the fun “Dinosaur Mardi Gras Chomp Chomp, Dinosaur Mardi Gras Stomp Stomp” as we read “Dinosaur Mardi Gras” by Dianne De Las Casas.
Delphine loves all things Mardi Gras, so when a chance to win a big crown for the best float arises she jumps at the opportunity! Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Delphine Denise and the Mardi Gras Prize” by Brittany Mazique.
It is the season of Love-time for Valentine’s Day Parties or should I say Snailentine’s!? Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we get ready with Escargot to find his perfect Snailentine!
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Uncle Andy’s Cats” by James Warhola. This book follows the playful life a little blue named Hester and a whole lot of Sams!
Learn about the famous pop artist Andy Warhol in this vibrant and quirky book, “Art is Everywhere A Book About Andy Warhol” by Jeff Mack.
Who doesn’t love a good hug! One little boy can’t get enough and that’s why he’s a Hug Machine. Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Hug Machine” by Scott Campbell.
Why sit huddled whispering or playing sports when you could be one flap from flying! Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read”Bird Boy” by Matthew Burgess.
Join Pierre as he has dinner with some surreal neighbors. On this episode of Books with Brooke, we will read Dinner at Magritte’s by Michael Garland.
On this episode of Books with Brooke, we follow a funny little bowler hat that belong to one of the world’s most famous Surrealist. Magritte’s Marvelous Hat by D.B. Johnson is a quirky story about an artists mischievous muse.
Sometimes it’s hard to remember all the things we are thankful for, but with the help of a colorful paper chain the young girl in “Thankful” by Elaine Vickers creates a way to remember.
Arrrrh Matey-join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we sail the seven seas & read “When I Was a Pirate” by Tom Silson. It’s been awhile since Grandpa searched for buried treasure, but oh the tales he can tell!
“The Grumbles: A Story of Gratitude” by Tricia Goyer & Amy Parker reminds to grumble less & enjoy a visit from Grandma Gratitude every once in a while. Join me on the is episode of Books with Brooke as we learn from Grumbles about how to be humble!
On this episode of Books with Brooke we go on a hunt with Amara to find pumpkins! Along the way, we learn about all sorts of fruits & veggies that are good enough to eat. Join me as I read “Amara’s Farm” by JaNay Brown-Wood.
Take a moment to look around you. Can you name all things you are grateful for? In this sweet story a young girl takes us through all the things she’s thankful for, including Apple Cake! On this episode of Books with Brooke we will read “Apple Cake” by Dawn Casey & Genevieve Godbout
Watch the seasons change along with owl in this beautiful peek-a-boo book, “Tree” illustrated by Britta Tecketroup. The perfect books to help kids learn about the seasons.
On this episode of Books with Brooke, we join Luna Oscura as she looks for her forever home. Along the way the magic of being a black cat is revealed and Luna finds exactly where she’s meant to be! This is a beautiful book written & illustrated by Heidi Moreno.
Gustavo was like any other paranormal being, except for one thing-he was incredibly shy. On this episode of Books with Brooke, we read “Gustavo The Shy Ghost” by Flavia Z. Drago and learn how this lovable ghost overcomes his fears and finds his new best friends!
Learn about the life of painter & paper artist Henri Matisse on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “Henri’s Scissors” by Jeanette Winter.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we will read “Tidy” by Emily Gravett. Pete the Badger likes things perfectly tidy & perfectly neat but we goes a little too far he’ll need the help of his Forest friends to make it right again!
On this episode of Books with Brooke we take a moment to breathe & be still as we read “Meena’s Mindful Moment” by Tina Athaide and learn how to tame our own Hurley Burley Hullabaloos!
Two unlikely friends, a raccoon & a seed, work together to find out “Are You a Cheeseburger?” On this episode of Books with Brooke we read this charming story by Monica Arnaldo.
Keith Haring was an artist who just kept drawing-on anything, anytime,anywhere! On this episode of Books with Brooke we will read “Keith Haring:The Boy Who Just Kept Drawing” by Kay Haring.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read “Maybe Something Beautiful: How Art Transformed a Neighborhood” by F. Isabel Campoy & Theresa Howell. With a little color, a well of creativity, and a spark of joy the world around us can be filled with beauty!
He’s known around town as “The Beeman” by Laurie Krebs & Valeria Cis. Learn about how a bees work as a team to keep their hive a buzz on this episode of Books with Brooke.
Who is doesn’t love kindergarten!? In this episode of Books with Brooke, we will read “Kindergarten is Cool!” by Linda Elovitz Marshall and find out all the reasons why!
In this episode of Books with Brooke, we take a peek inside of a school and learn all the beautiful ways it helps us to grow, as ourselves and a community!
He’s a bad seed. A BAAAAAAD Seed! How did he get so bad? You really want to know? Find out on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “The Bad Seed” by Jory John.
Mr. Tiger was bored with being so proper! He was ready for a change-a wild change 🐅 In this episode of Books with Brooke we read Mr. Tiger Goes Wild by Peter Brown.
Lots of people are afraid of sharks but what are sharks afraid of!? We’ll find out in this episode of Books with Brooke as we read “I’m a Shark” by Bob Shea.
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we explore the home artist Roy Lichtenstein. “Roy’s House” by Susan Goldman Rubin tells a quaint story as we are immersed in the artist work. This book really POPS!
“Caps! Caps for Sale! Fifty Cents a Cap!” Join me for some monkey business on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read the classic tale “Caps for Sale” by Esphyr Slobodkina.
In the hottest month, on the hottest day all you want is a cold paleta (popsicle) to beat the heat! Join us on this episode of Books with Brooke as we search for Paletero Man by Lucky Diaz!
Leon is a chameleon but he has a little trouble finding his perfect match! Journey with Leon through a rainbow of colors to help him find exactly where he’s meant to be on this episode of Books with Brooke. Neon Leon by Jane Clark is an instant family favorite.
What should you do when Grandpa gives you a toolbox for your Birthday!? Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read When Grandpa Gives You A Toolbox by Jamie L. B. Deenihan. You’ll be surprised how a gift you may have not expected can give you all you need and more!
On this episode of Books with Brooke we follow a little boy and his father as the build & explore the world around them Brick by Brick. Listen closely-there is a Sorpresa! at the end of this story!
When people say they want a pizza with everything on it they usually don’t mean books, a house, or a particle accelerators! Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we follow the fun A Pizza with Everything On It! by Kyle Scheele about a boy & his Dad looking to add everything and the kitchen sink (literally) to their pizza. But watch out it might just cause a pizza black hole!
Shhh! You’re invited to a secret pizza party! On this episode of Books with Brooke, we help this pizza loving raccoon plan an ooey gooey SECRET PIZZA PARTY in this book by Adam Rubin, illustrated by Daniel Salmieri.
Choo Choo! Travel through cities, over trestles, and through the darkness on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read Freight Train by Donald Crews.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we celebrate a Mother’s Love by reading That’s Me Loving You by Amy Krause Rosenthal. If you look and listen closely there are signs everywhere that Mom is thinking of us always! ❤️ 💜 ♥️
Moms are strong! Moms are witty! Moms are Silly! Moms do so much for the little people in their lives. Now imagine how much Moms could do with 3 arms-12 arms-20 arms! On this episode of Books with Brooke we will read If Mom Had Three Arms by Karen Kaufman Orloff.
Collect colors as we travel through the magical world of Mary Blair, Disney Artist extraordinaire! On this episode of Books with Brooke, we will read Pocket Full of Colors by Amy Guglielmo & Jacqueline Tourville. How many colors can you count?
Use your imagination as we create a place to grow, a place to play, a place to love! The Bear’s Garden by Marcie Colleen is an enchanting story of a little girl who nurtures a seedling into a garden for her whole community to enjoy! 🐻 🌸
Jane’s Summer vacation was all mapped out with her friends, but Mom & Dad had other plans! On this episode of Books with Brooke we will go on a “great American road trip” with Jane and her family. Let’s get ready to explore Our Great Big Backyard by Laura Bush & Jenna Bush Hager. 🇺🇸 #nationalparks
A beautifully told story of boy with an out of this world imagination! Come along as we travel to another planet in this episode of Books with Brooke.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we create with a young artist name Mary who creates whimsical sculptures from found objects! Let your imagination soar as you listen to this story of a budding artist and the friends she creates for her magnificent garden.
It’s St. Patrick’s Day again and you know what that means-little Leprechauns will come to visit! Want to capture some gold and luck of your own then join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we read How to Trap a Leprechaun by Sue Fleiss.
Join me on this episode of Books with Brooke as we get ready for Rodeo season by reading Ruckus on the Ranch by the Texas Tenors! Gallop along with horses Wyatt and Ruby as they cause a little bit of ruckus. Don’t forget to follow Books with Brooke on Instagram for a coordinating craft. This week will be making our own tiny stick horse 🐴@BookswithBrooke8
Have ever received a present that you weren’t exactly excited about but it turns out to be lots of fun! On this episode of Books with Brooke we read When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree by Jamie L.B. Deenihan. When a little girl is gifted a lemon tree by her grandma she isn’t quite sure what to think! But as the lemon tree grows so does her love and appreciation for this unique present.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read Rex Wrecks It! By Ben Clanton. Rex can’t help but wreck everything his friends build, until they find a way to work together and build something they all can enjoy!
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall. Make a splash with Jabari as he overcomes his fear, takes a deep breath, and jumps from the diving board!
On this episode of Books with Brooke we follow the journey of Maribel’s Missing Valentines by Janet Lawler. Maribel was nervous to give Valentines to her friends, but the love of a few grateful strangers gave her all the courage she needed! ❤️
On this episode of Books with Brooke we become an Anywhere Artist-creating art from the world around us! Join me as I read Anywhere Artist by Nikki Slade Robinson
On this episode of Books with Brooke we’ll discover Something Extraordinary by Ben Clanton. Sometimes in life we have lots of fantastical dreams but finding something real that is extraordinary can be the most rewarding! That’s what our young character discovers in this book.
On this episode of Books with Brooke we read Atticus Caticus by Sara Maizes-the whimsical story of a cool cat named Atticus! He stretches, and scratches, and naps on the floor-spending his day do all things cat!