Special Episode: Riyon Harding, Magic Portal Books

About this episode

Riyon Harding discusses her journey from electrical engineering to creating augmented reality children's books with Magic Portal Books.

Join us as we welcome Riyon Harding, the innovative creator behind Magic Portal Books, in this engaging episode. Riyon shares her journey from an electrical engineer to pioneering children’s books with augmented reality (AR), blending technology with storytelling to create immersive learning experiences. Key Points: Riyon's Transition: From electrical engineering to revolutionizing children's literature with AR, Riyon discusses her path to creating Magic Portal Books, aiming to blend art, technology, and education. Exploring Magic Portal Books: Introduction to "Sherman the Tucson Tortoise" and how each page, through AR, opens a world of interactive learning scenes for children to explore, interact, and learn. Vision for Global Exploration: Riyon highlights her ambition to make real-world locations accessible for children’s learning through AR, broadening horizons beyond the classroom. Collaboration Invitation: Riyon calls on authors, illustrators, educators, and technologists to join the Magic Portal Books project, aiming to expand the reach and impact of this innovative educational tool. Call to Action: Listeners are encouraged to discover Magic Portal Books and…

People in this episode

Guest: Riyon Harding

Topics covered

• children's literature
• augmented reality
• education
• technology
• storytelling

Keywords

• Magic Portal Books
• Sherman the Tucson Tortoise
• interactive learning
• global exploration
• collaboration invitation

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Magic Portal Books

Books & works: Sherman the Tucson Tortoise

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