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Get to Know Avery Colvert
At only 14, Avery founded Altadena Girls, a nonprofit that has already supported thousands of girls with clothing, self-care, and community after the Eaton Canyon fire in California. Now 15, Avery ha…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Saira Shah: Seeker of Stories
Saira Shah’s father told her stories of their homeland, Afghanistan. We’ll hear one of his mystical tales & learn how Saira traveled the country in search of her identity, and to share her own storie…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Policarpa Salavarrieta: The Seamstress and the Spy
Visit Colombia and meet Policarpa Salavarrieta, the spy who sewed clothes. Hear how Policarpa showed bravery and courage in her own unique way, then drift off to sleep with the peaceful sounds of th…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Get to Know Aran Goyoaga
Cookbook author & food stylist Aran Goyoaga shares how growing up above her family’s pastry shop shaped her love of food—and why confidence in the kitchen is built one recipe at a time.
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Danielle Boyer: Robotics & Keeping Native Languages Alive
Danielle Boyer is an Ojibwe inventor, scientist, and advocate. She invented the Skobot, an educational and fun robot that translates Native languages for children. Through the Skobot, Danielle has ma…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Get to Know Kate DiCamillo
“Because of Winn-Dixie” author Kate DiCamillo shares her journey from dreaming about writing to becoming a beloved children’s author. Discover how she overcame rejection, found inspiration, and conti…
Published on 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Seondeok of Silla: Becoming a Queen
Queen Seondeok of Silla ruled her country with good will and fairness but her time as leader was not without challenges. In this story we hear about a time when a rival leader tried to take Queen Seo…
Published on 2 months ago
Get to Know Amita Parikh
Meet Amita Parikh, a writer and mentor in the Black Girl Writers program where she helps mentor black females who are interested in writing books but may not know where to start.
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Octavia Butler: The Grand Dame of Science Fiction
Once upon a time, there was a shy, dreamy kid who wouldn’t stop writing. Her name was Octavia -- a girl with social anxiety and dyslexia who wrote some of the most amazing science fiction novels abou…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Get to Know Shaine Kilyun
Animal disability advocate Shaine Kilyun is rolling toward change with her handmade pet wheelchairs. Through her nonprofit Wheelies, Shaine has provided dogs, cats, and even hedgehogs with another ch…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago