On this special episode of Reading With Your Kids, host Jed
Doherty welcomes two inspiring guests—Cheri Sterman, Senior
Director of Education for Crayola, and celebrated children’s author
Carrie Finison. Together, they spark a lively conversation about
nurturing creativity in children through reading, art, and family
traditions.
Cheri dives into Crayola Creativity Week, a free global
celebration that encourages families, schools, and libraries to
blend literacy and art. She shares practical tips for making
storytime interactive—like designing new book covers or staging a
puppet show with everyday materials. Cheri emphasizes how creative
moments foster deeper family bonds and boost children’s confidence
as readers and artists. She also reveals this year’s exciting
activities, role models, and how to register for Crayola Creativity
Week to access exclusive videos and creative challenges.
Carrie Finison joins to introduce her delightful new picture
book, "Plenty of Pancakes," the sequel to her hit "Dozens of
Donuts." Carrie explains how she weaves fun, math, and even hidden
science facts into her stories—inviting kids to count pancakes and
discover the wonders of hibernation! She reveals writing secrets
for making picture books engaging and leaving room for young
readers’ imagination.
Tune in for heartwarming anecdotes, smart creative tips, and
discover how "Creativity & Pancakes" can transform your next
storytime into a magical, lasting memory! Don’t forget to check out
crayola.com/creativityweek and carriefinison.com for more resources
and fun.
