Listen "It's Not Easy Being a Leprechaun… Or a Little Engineer!"
Episode Synopsis
The Reading With Your Kids Podcast has been named the # 2 in Feedspot.com's 100 Best Children's Book Podcast List! The "Reading with Your Kids" podcast is a must-listen for parents looking to spark their child's imagination and love of learning. In this episode, host Jed Doherty has engaging conversations with two creative entrepreneurs making a difference in kids' lives. First, Jed chats with author Marilyn Sadler about her delightful new picture book "It's Not Easy Being a Leprechaun." Marilyn shares the story of Connor O'Connor, a leprechaun who struggles to accept what makes him unique. It's a heartwarming tale about self-discovery that kids and parents are sure to enjoy. Marilyn also discusses her impressive career, including writing and producing children's TV shows like the "Xenon Girl of the 21st Century" series, which is now being developed into a live-action Disney show. She even shares the serendipitous way the original "Xenon Girl" book was discovered. Jed and Marilyn also dive into the challenges kids face in finding their place and accepting themselves, and Marilyn offers great advice for young aspiring authors on tapping into their imagination. In the second half of the episode, Jed introduces Jenny Young, the founder of Brooklyn Robot Foundry. Jenny shares how her business provides hands-on engineering experiences for kids, combining art and real-world STEM concepts in a fun, creative way. Jenny's passion for making, problem-solving, and embracing failure shines through as she discusses her own background and the inspiration behind Brooklyn Robot Foundry. She also outlines the franchise opportunities available for those interested in bringing this unique educational experience to their own community. Whether you're looking for a new bedtime story or an exciting way to get your kids building and exploring, this episode of "Reading with Your Kids" is a must-listen. Be sure to check out the websites for both Marilyn Sadler and Brooklyn Robot Foundry to learn more. Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!
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