S2EP76-Janneke House-Mommy Mayor: How One Book is Sparking Civic Engagement in Kids!

About this episode

Janneke House discusses her children's book 'Mommy Mayer' and its role in encouraging civic engagement among kids.

In this vibrant and engaging episode, we welcome Janneke House, who brings a wealth of political experience and a fresh perspective on community involvement through her delightful children's book, 'Mommy Mayer.' Janneke's journey in politics spans over two decades, where she has passionately advocated for her communities while also diving into the world of children's literature. Throughout our conversation, she shares her inspiring story of how interactions with kindergarteners at her office sparked her desire to write a book that encourages children to recognize their power to create change. We discuss the charming premise of 'Mommy Mayer,' where a young girl named Mary learns she can take matters into her own hands when her park is in disarray, rallying her community to fix it. Janneke beautifully articulates the message that kids can and should be active participants in their neighborhoods, challenging the notion that civic responsibility is solely an adult's job. This episode is rich with humor, heart, and practical tips for parents on how to raise socially aware children. So grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired to turn your child's voice into action! A gift from…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kristina Heagh-Avritt, Herb Heagh-Avritt

Guest: Janneke House

Topics covered

• civic engagement
• children's literature
• community involvement
• parenting
• social awareness

Keywords

• civic responsibility
• children's book
• community
• politics
• socially aware children

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Mommy Mayer

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