Here at the Read-Aloud Revival, we are BIG FANS of audio books, but we get asked all the time: “Do audio books count as real read alouds?”
In today’s brand new episode of the podcast, I’m answering that question.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- whether or not audio books count as real reading
- where and how to listen (either alone or as a family)
- where I get the best deals on audio books
Audio books absolutely aren’t cheating, and I’m here today with your quick guide for getting started!
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Books from this episode:
(All links are Amazon affiliate links.)
David Copperfield
*Highly Recommended*
DIRECTIONS: When you go to buy the Kindle version for FREE (even if you don't want it), select "Add Audible narration"
NARRATED BY: Richard Armitage - he's an amazing narrator!
BEST FOR AGES: 14+, Moms
LISTENING LENGTH: 36 hours, 30 min
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The Ramona Quimby Audio Collection
Meet Ramona. She lives on Klickitat Street with her mother, father, and big sister, Beezus. She's not afraid of anything and is always up to something. And that's just the beginning.... In this audio collection, join Ramona, one of Beverly Cleary's most beloved characters, on all her wacky adventure...
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The Henry Huggins Audio Collection
Henry Huggins's adventures are finally all in one location! Come join Henry on Kilckitat Street as he gets into hijinks - usually with the help of Ribsy and none other than Ramona Quimby. This collection includes: Henry Huggins Henry and Beezus Henry and Ribsy Henry and the Paper Route Henry and the...
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The Beverly Cleary Audio Collection
Beverly Cleary has been a part of America's childhood for over 50 years. Now enjoy this rare collection of some of your favorite characters and their funny, heart-warming stories. In this audio collection you'll find: Ellen TebbitsOtis SpoffordEmily's Runaway ImaginationMitch and AmySocksMuggie Magg...
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
NARRATED BY: Nick Offerman, DIRECTIONS: "Buy" the Kindle version for free, then select "Add Audible narration for .99" BEST FOR AGES: 8+
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Little House in the Big Woods: Little House, Book 1
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! NARRATED BY: Cherry Jones, BEST FOR AGES: 5+
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Redwall: Redwall, Book 1
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! NARRATED BY: Full Cast, BEST FOR AGES: 7+
More info →Links from today’s show:
- RAR #01: Reading Aloud with Older Kids, Andrew Pudewa
- Favorite bluetooth speakers:
- Jensen CD Bluetooth Boombox (this is the one I have)
- Oontz Angle 3
- Bose Soundlink Mini
- Amazon Tap
- How to use Guided Access on an Apple device
- Librivox/ loyalbooks.com (free audio books)
- Favorite Librivox narrators list (click to download)
- Answers to your Audible questions: Q & A Audible post
- Link to best deals: current Audible deals
- RAR shop!
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