Mystic River Reading
By Katharine Altman
Welcome to Mystic River Reading where a mom and her son read childrenโs books together weekly. Inspired by listening to other podcasts, Eli asked his mama if they could record a podcast. Katharine is a stay-at-home mom, part-time nanny and jewelry artist. Eli (4) adores music, books and trains.
Mystic River ReadingApr 27, 2019
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Science comics volcanos fire and life
People are finding volcanos but it goes bad soon because during the story I hurt my moms hand hope you enjoy though
May 10, 202401:03:47
Science comics solar system our place in space
So happy lots of pets explore the planets lol funny letโs hope Antonio and Wes and Sammy will love this every planet is cool
Mar 24, 202401:25:10
March 24, 2024
Mar 24, 202407:11
Science comics solar system our place in space
hey guys a book about the solar system is lol and I think youโll like it it is about local pets and they go make reports and it is fun hope you guys enjoy
Mar 24, 202425:04
DJ Eliโs Funniest Mix Tape
This is a playlist by Eli, Djโd with commentary by Eli.
Nov 28, 202301:27:19
The Gruffalo
The Gruffalo
Nov 26, 202306:07
Rabbit, Robot and Ribbit
A story about having to share a friend and the jealousy that can arise.
Jul 18, 202114:19
Berenstain Bears Don't Pollute ๐ป ๐๐โป๏ธ๐ฏ
This week Eli and read a story about pollution and how to take care of the planet. Berenstain Bears Donโt Pollute (Anymore) by Stan and Jan Berenstain.
Jul 31, 202010:59
Zog ๐ ๐ฅ ๐ธ๐ป ๐ฉ๐ปโโ๏ธ๐จ๐ปโโ๏ธ& Skeleton Gets a Shot ๐ ๐
This week we read Zog by Julia Donaldson illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Bonus: Eli wrote and illustrated a short story, Skeleton Gets a Shot!
Jul 24, 202010:41
Room on the Broom ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฆ๐ธ ๐ & The Boo-Hoo Witch ๐ฆ ๐ฆ ๐ท ๐ธ ๐
Join us as we re-read Eliโs current favorite book Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler. The Boo-Hoo Witch by Janet Craig, illustrated by Pat Schories.
Jul 17, 202012:45
The Very Fairy Princess ๐งโโ๏ธโจ๐๐ธ๐ผ
Fairy princesses can get dirty and have scabby knees! Join us as we learn about a little girl with a great imagination. The Very Fairy Princess is written by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, illustrated by Christine Davenier.
Nov 22, 201905:10
From Seed to Pumpkin ๐ & Room on the Broom ๐ฑ ๐ถ ๐ฆ๐ธ ๐งน ๐
How do pumpkins grow? Join us as we learn about pumpkin plants. From Seed to Pumpkin is written by Wendy Pfeffer illustrated by James Graham Hale. Eli (with a little bit of help!) reads Room on the Broom โ a favorite by Julia Donaldson illustrated by Alex Scheffler.
Nov 08, 201916:36
Eli ๐ฆ ๐ฆ
Eli is very excited this week because in this episode we read a story about an Eli! Eli the lion is an old grumpy cat who learns a valuable lessonโ keep some friends around as you never know when you might need them. Eli is written by Bill Peet.
Oct 19, 201912:35
Skellyโs Halloween and Scary, Scary Halloween ๐ ๐๐ป๐ท๐ธ
Itโs a favorite time of year in our householdโ Halloween! We hope youโll enjoy these fun and spooky stories. The first one is about a skeleton who has a tough time keeping his bones together but gets help from friends. The second story is a short story about things you might see on Halloween when you are out trick-or-treating! Skellyโs Halloween is written by David Martin and illustrated by Lori Richmond. Scary, Scary Halloween is by Eve Bunting and illustrated by Jan Brett.
Oct 11, 201911:25
Here Comes The Tooth Fairy Cat ๐ฆท ๐งโโ๏ธ ๐ฑ
Join us as we read about a cat who tries to trick the tooth fairy! Here Comes the Tooth Fairy Cat is written by Deborah Underwood and illustrated by Claudia Rueda. Eli and I talk about how he lost a tooth and some feelings as well as preschool.
Sep 20, 201910:38
Personal Space Camp ๐ซ๐๐๐
This week we read Personal Space Camp by Julia Cook illustrated by Carrie Hartman. It is a great story about a child learning to respect other peopleโs personal space; a hard concept to learn as a small child. Eli belts out a rendition of โUptown Funkโ by Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson.
Aug 10, 201911:15
Scaredy Squirrel ๐ฟ & Llama Llama Red Pajama ๐ฆ
Sometimes it is hard to sleep at night... especially when you feel alone. Join us as we read Scaredy Squirrel by Melanie Watt and Llama Llama by Anna Dewdney. Eli sings a little tune too.
Jul 26, 201908:54
The Giant Jumperee ๐ฐ ๐ฑ ๐ป ๐ ๐ธ & Noisy Farm ๐
Jump in and listen to the Giant Jumperee by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury. What is inside the burrow? All of the animals are afraid except for a frog! Eli sings a bit of Shakedown Street by the Grateful Dead. Special BONUS story (!) David (Eliโs father) reads Noisy Farm with Eli; this is a raw early recording made when we came up with the idea of recording a podcast.
Jul 12, 201907:54
Imagine ๐ ๐ โค๏ธ
This weekโs book is John Lennonโs โImagineโ illustrated by Jean Jullien with a forward by Yoko Ono Lennon and an afterword by Amnesty International. This song/book reminds us of an important lesson: to love and accept all types of people and to live in peace. There is also a portion of a podcast Eli recorded on his own!
Jun 29, 201906:37
Alphabet Adventure โ๏ธ๐ค
In this episode we take a trip with the alphabet. The letter โIโ encounters a problem and with fun team work the problem is resolved. Alphabet Adventure is written by Audrey and Bruce Woods.
Jun 21, 201907:11
Williamโs Doll ๐ถ๐ป & A Day at the Farm๐ด๐๐
Boys can have dolls too. This week we read a great book called Williamโs Doll by Charlotte Zolotow, pictures by William Pene Du Bois. Special guest reading with Eliโs grandma Ellen, A Day at the Farm illustrated by John Francis.
Jun 07, 201909:25
Maybe Tomorrow? ๐ฆ โผ๏ธ๐๐ฆ
This week we read a book about loss. Itโs not only a story about loss, it is also a story about great friendship and how friends can grieve with you and lift you up. Maybe Tomorrow? is by Charlotte Agell and it is illustrated by Ana Ramirez Gonzales. Also: Eli plays the harmonica for a moment (ha) and sings The Beatles, โCome Together.โ
May 31, 201907:56
When Sophie Feelings are Really, Really Hurt ๐จ ๐
Special birthday edition! Eli turned 4 this week. Join us in listening to a story about a topic we can all relate to. โWhen Sophie Gets Really, Really Hurtโ by Molly Bang. Eli sings the ABCโs.
May 25, 201909:11
Danny and the Dinosaur ๐ฆ ๐ฆ๐ผ๐ฆ
Danny and the Dinosaur by Syd Hoff. In this episode we follow Danny as he goes on an adventure with a dinosaur that he meets in a museum. The dinosaur and the boy spend a fun filled day together helping people, going to a zoo and playing with other children. This book has been a favorite.
May 10, 201908:15
Beverly Billingsly ๐ ๐ฐ ๐ฐ ๐ฆ
In this episode we follow Beverly as she attempts to make a perfect cake. Sometimes a mistake can make something even more beautiful! Youโll also hear Eli singing part of a Beatles song.
May 04, 201906:10
Subway Story ๐ ๐๐ ๐ข
In this episode you will get to listen to Eliโs rendition of โBlackbirdโ by one of his favorite bands. Listen to an adventure of a Subway train as she makes a big transition from tunnels to the ocean.
Apr 27, 201911:38
The Easter Egg and Happy Easter Curious George ๐ฐ๐ฃ๐ท
In this episode Eli and I read two books about Easter. Happy Easter!
Apr 20, 201913:07
All Aboard!
Come join us as we ride a train and talk to goofy Connor the conductor! This is an Interactive Storybook by Stacey Donovan.
Apr 12, 201910:31