Know Your Local
Children’s Book Series

Getting to know your local government starts early!

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Ava and Ari Visit City Hall

Ava and her best friend, Ari the owl, take a trip to City Hall. During their visit, they meet Mayor Fitz who shows them around. Ava and Ari learn all about what happens at City Hall and who works there. Join Ava and Ari as they explore City Hall!  

It’s never too early to teach our kids about their local communities. Ava and Ari Visit City Hall is the first book in the Know Your Local series.

Coming Next!

Keep an eye out for the next books in the series:

  • Ava and Ari Visit the Garbage Facility

  • Ava and Ari Visit the Fire Station

  • Ava and Ari Visit the Library

About the Authors

Imran and Lindsey have been friends for a long time, even before photos were taken on phones.

Two of their shared passions include their kiddos and civic engagement. So naturally, they had to write a children’s book about local government!

Imran Haider, Author

  • Imran was inspired by his two sons and their love for reading together to co-author a children's book with his dear friend, Lindsey. Outside of spending time with his family, Imran works as a college professor for Washington State University and volunteers at his local city hall. While Imran’s authored college textbooks on public speaking, this is his first children’s book.

Lindsey Washburn, Author

  • Lindsey’s been an avid reader her entire life and now gets to share those stories with her own child. While she has read many, many, many children’s books, this is her debut as an author. Lindsey is passionate about civic engagement and has served on a variety of local government committees. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and son.

Yulia Moroz, Illustrator

  • Yulia (also known as Juliet Frost) was inspired by her two daughters and husband to develop her artistic talents. Her mission as an illustrator is to bring joy and instill a world of possibility. She hopes to spread love and kindness through young readers in Ukraine, where she is from, and the rest of the world. You can find her on Instagram @juliet_frost

What People Are Saying

“I have three girls, ages 6 to 1, and they all love exploring with Ava!”

— Sarah V.

“I appreciate a children’s book where I learn something too.”

— Brian M.

“‘Ava and Ari Visit City Hall’ is a great story and I can’t wait for the next one in the series.”

— Samantha H.

“My kids love this story and the illustrations are fantastic.”

— Jeremy G.

We’d love to hear from you!

Let us know what you and your kiddos thought! What part of our local communities should Ava and Ari explore next?