WCMU Michigan

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As one of Central Michigan University’s principal public service commitments, WCMU Public Media has provided television and radio programming and other outreach activities for over 50 years to residents of 52 counties in Michigan and portions of Ontario.  With five television and eight radio stations reaching almost 6 million people, CMU Public Broadcasting is the largest university-owned public broadcasting network in the nation and is a vital community resource.

WCMU Public Radio provides outstanding programming around the clock.  In addition to national programs such as Morning Edition, All Things Considered and A Prairie Home Companion, our radio network offers a wide range of local programs featuring classical music, jazz, and award-winning local news and information.

Series

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277 Pieces

The Children’s Bookshelf from WCMU Public Radio showcases new children’s book titles meant to engage young readers in the joy of story found in both the written word and illustrations. The target audience includes teachers, librarians, parents and grandparents as part of their role to foster the love of reading. Each of the two minute reviews have accompanying study questions and activities and are available as podcasts. The series host and reviewer is Dr. Sue Ann Martin, Professor Emerita of Communication and Dramatic Arts in the College of Communication and Fine Arts, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.


Latest Pieces

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Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis is written with great skill by Lesa Cline-Ransome and illustrated beautifully by James E. Ransome. Thi...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Jan 23, 2024
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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Ten Little Rabbits written and illustrated by the late but never forgotten Maurice Sendak brings his wonderful talent to a new group of children. T...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Jan 16, 2024
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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PRX ---- The Official Harry Potter Cookbook: 40 + Recipes inspired by the films is a tasty book by author Joanna Farrow for children ten years of a...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Jan 09, 2024
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 3
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The Girl Who Heard the Music written by Marni Fogelson with Mahani Teave and illustrated by Marta Alverez Miguens is three stories in one---all bri...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Dec 26, 2023
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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Some Days Are Yellow written by Suzanne Slade and illustrated by Michelle Lee is a fine concept book regarding the fact that we all experience good...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Dec 22, 2023
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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Keyana Loves Her Friend written by Natasha Anastasia Tarpley and illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow is a delightful story about friendship an...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Dec 14, 2023
  • Length: 02:00
  • Purchases: 3
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How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney? is written by Mac Barnett and illustrated by Jon Klassen. It is a cute and very clever look at how Santa does, ...

Bought by KRPS, WCNY, and KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif.


  • Added: Dec 14, 2023
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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The Snow Man: A True Story written by Jonah Winter and illustrated by Jeanette Winter takes place near the bottom of the Rocky Mountains of Colorad...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Nov 29, 2023
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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Glitter Everywhere is a well-researched and written book by Chris Barton and a beautifully illustrated book by Chaaya Prabhat about the very intere...

Bought by KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., KRPS, and WCNY


  • Added: Nov 16, 2023
  • Length: 02:01
  • Purchases: 3
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Just Like Grandma written by Kim Rogers and illustrated by Julie Flett is a beautiful story about the love between a young girl by the name of Becc...

Bought by KRPS, KUCR 88.3 fm Riverside, Calif., and WCNY


  • Added: Nov 16, 2023
  • Length: 01:59
  • Purchases: 3