Rediscover Reading Rainbow

I loved Reading Rainbow. I used to watch it with my kids.

You can go here to see a listing of all the books that were on Reading Rainbow.

I searched a lot of places on the web and found a place, called VIMEO,  where you can go view the episodes - for free!

I've skimmed through a few of them, it brings back memories. I wish Reading Rainbow was still on television. 

How about you, did your kids enjoy it?

Also, I belong to CBI Clubhouse, which is a really good place for children's writers. I just received an email from them saying the rates are going up at the end of this week. So, if you have been kicking around the idea of  subscribing, now would be the time.

You also get a few freebies when you join.

An ebook titled I Wish Someone Had Told Me That!
How to Self Publish Your Book for Amazon Kindle - A step-by-step course and action guide to create and sell your book on amazon. Includes worksheets, instruction guide and free sources for creating and converting your book!
Facebook: The Essential Guide
I'm going to go check out these freebies too.
I have a click to their site on my sidebar, if you want to go look around CBI Clubhouse.

Also, if you want to see the list of books aired on Reading Rainbow, don't forget to check out the link above and if you have a little time, go look at some of the videos. You'll enjoy them!

Posted by Janet F. Smart on Creative Writing in the Blackberry Patch.

Oh, No!

Reading Rainbow will end it's 26 year run, due to lack of funds!

It was the 3rd longest running children's program in PBS history, behind Sesame Street and Mr. Roger's Neighborhood.

I loved Reading Rainbow! Just like any children's writer, I dreamed of some day having LeVar Burton read a book written by me.

Go here to see a list of books featured on Reading Rainbow.

The recession has hit home.

John Grant, head of content at the "Rainbow's" home TV station told the National Public Radio, Inc. "The series resonates with so many people." The show's being canceled, he says, because no one will put up the several hundred thousand dollars needed to renew the show's broadcast rights.

Oprah, where are you when we need you? In the name of your Book Club you could donate the money needed to keep Reading Rainbow on the air.

It was a wonderful show that will be missed by children and parents alike.

Good bye, Reading Rainbow.