Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Think back to your childhood and remember those books you once loved to read. The world has changed so much since your childhood, but children’s stories– have stayed to same, or have they? Join Kojo and guests for a look at today’s children’s books.
Guests
- Marilyn Courtot Editor of Children's Literature newsletter; also initiator of the Children's Literature DataBase
- Fred Bowen Lawyer, children's book author and columnist for the Washington Post Kids Post page
- Phyllis Reynolds Naylor Award-winning children's book author
- Adjoa Burrowes Author of "Grandma's Purple Flowers" pub: Lee & Low Books
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