Adam Lehrhaupt

Adam Lehrhaupt is an award winning children's book author. Book Adam for an Author Visit: http://thebookingbiz.com/client/adam-lehrhaupt/

Picture This is a podcast, by Adam Lehrhaupt, for educators and librarians sharing creative ways to use picture books across the curriculum—fun, practical, and inspiring! You'll find info about Adam, his books, author visits, workshops and writing tips at http://adamlehrhaupt.com.

09/18/2025

No tech? No problem.

Teachers, Librarians and homeschoolers, this one’s for you!

You can teach real coding skills without a single device.

In today’s blog, I’m sharing unplugged coding activities based on my podcast episode with Josh Funk. They're quick, simple, fun, and effective activities that use picture books instead of tech. Your students will love these hands-on activities, and you’ll love how easy they are to implement.

Want the full list of activities + book recommendations?

Head to 👉 AdamL.Rocks (Just type it in your browser!)

09/11/2025

📚 The first 10 days of school set the tone for the whole year…
So why not start with picture books that build brave writers, strong communities, and confident kids?

I’ve created a flexible 10-day playbook that blends:
✅ SEL + growth mindset
✅ Two powerful classroom routines
✅ Read-alouds your students will beg to hear again
✅ Easy, low-prep assessments (that actually help)

Whether you're a teacher, librarian, or homeschooling parent, this plan gives you the tools to launch a year full of voice, choice, and creativity.

💡 Best part? You don’t need anything fancy. Just a few favorite books and a heart for helping students grow.

🎧 Plus, I break it all down on the latest episode of Picture This with educator and author Nick Solis, where we explore how picture books can teach everything.

🔗 Dive in now:
📝 Blog: adamlehrhaupt.com/blog
🎙️ Podcast and other links: AdamL.Rocks
👇 Tag an educator who needs this!
📌 Save this for back-to-school planning.

09/04/2025

What if research projects didn’t feel like pulling teeth?

What if they started with picture books… diverse ones… and turned into student-led magic? ✨

In my newest blog post, I show you how to:
✅ Turn any research unit into a multimodal experience
✅ Use diverse picture books to spark curiosity & critical thinking
✅ Align it all to standards without sacrificing fun

PLUS: 🎧 This post pairs perfectly with my latest podcast episode featuring author/illustrator & Disney animator Benson Shum—whose book Anzu the Great brings empathy and joy into every lesson.

🖱️ Swipe the carousel for the strategy breakdown, then tap the link in my bio to read the full post.
Let’s make research fun again.

08/28/2025

🌟 Dive into a world of stories that celebrate culture and family heritage!

I’m excited to share my latest blog post that serves as a guide to some incredible picture books designed to help kids explore and embrace their backgrounds. These stories not only entertain but also foster a deeper understanding of diverse cultures and traditions.

Curious about these great books and activities? Join me in nurturing the next generation's appreciation for their roots! Visit AdamL.Rocks to discover the perfect reads for your little ones and spark meaningful conversations at home. Your family's story is waiting to be told!

08/26/2025

📣 New Podcast Episode!
What if your school library could become the most empowering room in the building?

This week on Picture This, Adam Lehrhaupt welcomes Matthew Winner—a librarian, educator, and advocate for children’s literature—to talk about building library collections that reflect every student.

🎙️ You’ll hear:
✅ How to turn reluctant readers into curious thinkers
✅ Ways to teach storytelling with comics & picture books
✅ Why every book choice we make really matters

✨ Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, or parent—this episode will inspire you to rethink the role of the library.

🎧 Listen now at https://adamlehrhaupt.com/podcast/
(Also available on Spotify, Apple, and more!)

08/21/2025

Ever notice how some read-alouds light up a classroom while others fall flat?
The difference is interaction.

✅ Call-and-response rhythms
✅ Dialogic reading prompts (CROWD/PEER)
✅ Movement & multi-sensory activities
✅ Representation & diverse storytelling
✅ Picture books for all ages (yes, even adults!)

These five interactive reading techniques don’t just make stories fun—they align with brain science, build comprehension, and foster classroom community.

📥 Download the FREE Interactive Reading Lesson Kit here: adamlehrhaupt.com/blog-2/

08/19/2025

✨ NEW Podcast Episode ✨
How can you use interactive read-alouds to spark literacy and STEM learning?

This week on the Picture This Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible JaNay Brown-Wood—author, educator, and champion of diverse children’s books. Together, we explore:
📚 Cross-curricular teaching strategies
🎶 Rhythm & call-and-response to boost engagement
🌍 Building a classroom library where every student feels seen

🎧 Listen here: https://adamlehrhaupt.com/podcast/
(Or find it on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you regularly listen to podcasts 🎙️)

08/17/2025

HAIR UPDATE: The mop is officially on the chopping block…
But now I need YOUR help deciding what goes on top! 💇‍♂️

💬 Drop your wildest, weirdest, or most wonderful hairstyle suggestions in the comments 👇
The ones with the most ❤️ likes will go to a final vote. Yes, I might actually get a mullet. Or bangs. Or… a reverse mohawk. 😳

🧠 Reminder:
✅ 1,000 likes = 1 inch cut
✂️ 10,000 likes = 10 inches donated to a kids’ wig charity
🎯 YOU choose the style. YOU choose the charity. I just show up with scissors and regret.

08/15/2025

Every child deserves to feel like they belong—in your classroom and in the stories you share. 📚💡

Award-winning author Adam Lehrhaupt brings inclusive picture books like We Love Fishing! and Cats in Construction Hats into school visits to help teachers and librarians:
✨ Build writing confidence in all students
✨ Encourage teamwork and belonging
✨ Make writing fun, low-pressure, and engaging

Bring Adam to your school and see how inclusive storytelling can inspire your young writers!

📒 Check out my blogs at https://adamlehrhaupt.com/blog-2/
📅 Book now: adamlehrhaupt.com/school-visits

08/12/2025

Teachers, here’s a secret: the best writing lessons aren’t always neat and tidy—they’re messy, weird, and full of energy.

In this week’s blog, award-winning author Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen shares 5 creative strategies you can use this week to make writing fun and fearless for your students.

You’ll learn how to:
🦆 Unlock creativity by embracing silly ideas
3️⃣ Use the “rule of three” for jokes, conflict, and pacing
⏱ Turn perfectionists into fast drafters
✂️ Make revision feel like discovery, not punishment
📚 Use picture books for teamwork, empathy, and SEL

📥 Read the blog here: https://adamlehrhaupt.com/blog-2/
🎧 Listen to the full Picture This Podcast episode with Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen: https://adamlehrhaupt.com/podcast/

💬 Share your favorite writing prompt in the comments—we might feature it!

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