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Beyond the Book with JoAnn Dickinson

Unlocking the Power of Outdoor Play with Brittany Phillips

29 Jul 2025

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Meet Brittany Phillips — teacher, mom, and author of The Boy in Boots and The Mouse House, as she shares how childhood reading struggles, outdoor adventures, and her son Colton all inspired her storytelling journey. In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with teacher-turned-author Brittany Phillips, the creative mind behind The Boy in Boots and The Mouse House. Brittany shares how her early struggles with reading shaped her passion for teaching and eventually led her to self-publish stories inspired by real-life adventures with her son, Colton.We explore the powerful connection between storytelling and childhood development, how her books evolve alongside her son, and the meaningful tribute woven into her second book in honor of Colton’s Poppop.Brittany also opens up about her mission to spark a love of reading in children, the importance of screen-free outdoor play, and how simple walks in the woods became the seed for an entire book series.Whether you're a parent, educator, or aspiring writer, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and connected to the heart of children’s literature.🔗 Follow and share to stay inspired by more creators and their journey in the author world.www.joannmdickinsonauthor.comIG @joann.dickinsonauthorFB @joanndickinsonauthorIG Brittany PhillipsThe Boy in Books and the Mouse HouseAffiliate link: ⁠https://riverside.sjv.io/K0YKeN

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