Empowering Children: Jennifer Nestor on Jane’s Carnival Adventure and Teaching Confidence

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In this inspiring episode of Wonder Boldly, host Christine Santos welcomes back children’s author Jennifer Nestor to celebrate the release of her second book, Jane’s Carnival Adventure.

Jennifer first joined the podcast a year ago to share her debut, Jane Escapes to the Jungle of Individuality. Now, she’s back to talk about how the series has grown, the lessons her stories bring to classrooms, and the creative ways she’s using books, dolls, and school visits to make an impact on children’s lives.

Together, Christine and Jennifer explore the journey from idea to published series, why representation in children’s literature matters, and how social-emotional learning can be woven into fun, engaging stories. Jennifer also shares her unique approach to marketing as an author balancing book promotion with school visits, nonprofit partnerships, and giving back to her community.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

How Jane Escapes to the Jungle of Individuality resonated with kids, parents, and teachers.

Why representation in illustrations and characters is so powerful for children.

The creative process behind Jane’s Carnival Adventure and its new character, Molly.

The role of dolls, merchandise, and interactive activities in deepening the reading experience.

Jennifer’s marketing and school visit strategy and how she’s using storytelling to spread kindness, empathy, and perseverance.

Opportunities to pre-order the new book, sponsor copies for children, and support her mission.

Jane’s Carnival Adventure is now available for pre-order at https://www.jennestorauthor.com/shop.  Pre-orders come with special goodies and the chance to bundle books with the Jane doll.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply love stories that uplift, this episode will inspire you to see how books can spark confidence, empathy, and imagination in the next generation.

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