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Kate Cosgrove
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I've created a little downloadable notebook to help kids interview their elders to find out what it was like when they were growing up. The guide includes interview tips and sample questions, along with plenty of space to take notes. Available here: www.jandersoncoats.com/the-unexpect... 2/
Two interior pages of a downloadable notebook designed to help kids interviews with elders they know and care about. This alt-text box doesn't provide enough space to share the entirety of the text, but here is some of it: Tell your grown-ups (your mom or dad, stepparent, guardian, etc) that you want to interview a particular elder. They will be able to help you make plans to do the interview and gather any equipment you might want to use. If it won't work out to interview this elder, they can help you choose a different one. Once your grown-up is on board with the interview plan, ask your elder what day and time works best for them. Do your best to allow plenty of time for the interview so the conversation isn't rushed. Your grown-up may want to come with you to do the interview. This is totally fine! Stories are for everyone to share. It's a good idea to make some kind of record of the interview so you can remember later what stories your elder shared. Decide if you want to use a device (such as your phone, computer, or tablet), or if you want to take notes with pen and paper, or both! Before you start recording, whether you're using a device or pen and paper, ask your elder if it's okay. It's not a good idea to record someone without them knowing, and it's just good manners to ask. Come up with some questions beforehand, but if your elder is excited to talk about a particular subject, let the conversation go where it wants to go. During the interview, make sure that you are listening actively. This means you are not thinking about other things, checking your phone, or looking out the window. You are paying attention to what your elder is saying, and if it makes sense, asking follow-up questions such as, "Then what happened?" Active listening shows that you care. Once the interview is over, remember to thank your elder. You could also write a short note, draw a picture, or make a little thank-you video if you're feeling inspired!
December 2, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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November 22, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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All of this is SO NICE!!! Thank you for sharing David & my books! He’s so fun to work with!! 🌈
November 22, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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🌈🌈🌈
November 20, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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November 16, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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YESSSSSS 🔥🤘
November 11, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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Aww thanks!!! 🌈 feels so good to see it back on shelves & in little reader’s hands.
November 11, 2025 at 4:48 AM
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Thank you!!! I am so proud of this beautiful book 😊🌈
November 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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😊🌈 thank you!!
November 6, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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😊 thanks!!
November 6, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Adorable 🤩
November 6, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Awww thanks!! 💜
November 6, 2025 at 4:35 PM