You Have a Story to Tell: Bridget Gengler on Seeing Every Child & Hearing Every Voice

Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 | 7 PM ESTGuest: Bridget Gengler Educator • Children’s Book Author • Literacy Specialist • Advocate for Children’s VoicesTagline: Every child has a voice. Every voice carries a story. And every story deserves someone willing to listen.Grab your cup and join Miss Liz for a heartfelt, educational, and inspiring conversation with Bridget Gengler, an educator, children’s book author, and literacy specialist who has dedicated more than 30 years to helping children discover their voices and believe in their own worth.Through her work in the Long Beach Unified School District, Bridget has served as a classroom teacher, master teacher, and literacy specialist, inspiring generations of students to embrace their identities, build confidence, and discover the joy of learning.Her children’s book, You Have a Story to Tell!, illustrated by Zoe Ranucci, grew from the diverse experiences, cultures, and identities of the students who have shaped her teaching journey.But this story is about much more than a book.It’s about the quiet child who wonders whether anyone notices them. The struggling student who needs someone to believe in their potential. The child who feels different, and the young person still searching for the confidence to speak up.Every child has something meaningful to share. Sometimes, all it takes is one caring adult who is willing to listen.Bridget is also the author of Hold Your Head Up and Walk with Grace and Rediscovering You: A Guide to Life After Divorce. Her announced children's book, You Can Do Anything!, continues her commitment to encouraging confidence, possibility, and personal growth.☕ In this episode, we explore:Why every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and heard The power of storytelling in building confidence and celebrating identity How educators can recognize the needs of children who may otherwise slip through the cracks The emotional impact of teaching and the importance of intentional connections Helping children embrace their individuality and recognize their worth The role of books and literacy in encouraging empathy, inclusion, and understanding How one adult’s encouragement can make a lasting difference in a child's life Bridget’s Personal Cup:💙 Favourite Colour: Blue ✨ One Word: IntentionalHer T-E-E message:SEE EVERY CHILD.Three words reflecting her personal journey:GRACE • RESILIENCE • BECOMINGThis Teatime goes beyond books and classrooms. It invites parents, educators, caregivers, and communities to reflect on how we listen to children, how we respond to their struggles, and how we create spaces where every young person feels safe enough to share their story.Because sometimes, the greatest gift we can give a child isn't an answer, a lesson, or a solution.It's the belief that their voice matters.It's the reassurance that their differences are worth celebrating.And it's the knowledge that someone is willing to listen.✨ Join Miss Liz and Bridget Gengler for a meaningful conversation about literacy, identity, belonging, and the life-changing power of seeing every child.Connect with Bridget Gengler:🌐 Website: https://bridgetgengler.com/ 📸 Instagram: @BridgetGengler 💼 LinkedIn: Bridget Gengler#TeatimeWithMissLiz #SeeEveryChild #YouHaveAStoryToTell #EveryChildHasAVoice #StoriesThatEmpower #ChildrensBooks #Literacy #Education #SocialEmotionalLearning #BuildingConfidenceYou Have a Story to Tell: Seeing Every Child, Hearing Every Voice Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/teatime-with-miss-liz--5511005/support.