So Happy to Know You!

We all know words matter, but the words we say to the kids in our lives may matter even more. On this episode of Unapologetic, Julia welcomes back bestselling author and podcaster Annie F. Downs, this time to chat all about her new kids book, So Happy to Know You! Julia and Annie talk all about the fun elements of the book, including adjectives for each letter of the alphabet, illustrations that depict the kids in Annie’s life, names of podcast listeners scattered throughout the book, and more! But the two also dig into why the words we speak over kids are so important. As Julia emphasizes throughout their conversation, the words we say to kids become their inner dialogue, the way they view themselves and the world. It can be tempting to try to write the story of our kids’ lives, but we’re simply called to read that story instead. During the episode, Annie and Julia also talk about the important role teachers play in the lives of kids, how to encourage kids in their uniqueness, and spreading the gospel in any school context—public, private, or homeschooled. This conversation is perfect for parents (and parental figures!) navigating the craziness of fall with their kids—don’t miss it! So Happy to Know You! is available everywhere now! Listen to Annie’s Mini BFF podcast for more resources for kids, and stay connected to her on Instagram.