How Preschool Teachers Do It
New episodes are released every Monday.
Do you wonder how experts in working with early learners address children's behavior and motivate them to be their best selves? If you are a family member, teacher, or anyone who impacts the lives of young children, join Alison Kentos (Early Childhood Teacher) & Cindy Terebush (Early Childhood Specialist) every Monday to find out how a preschool teacher and early childhood consultant do what they do every day!
Learn more about us on our website: https://howpreschoolteachersdoit.com
Learn more about Cindy's work on her website: https://helpingkidsachieve.com
Do you wonder how experts in working with early learners address children's behavior and motivate them to be their best selves? If you are a family member, teacher, or anyone who impacts the lives of young children, join Alison Kentos (Early Childhood Teacher) & Cindy Terebush (Early Childhood Specialist) every Monday to find out how a preschool teacher and early childhood consultant do what they do every day!
Learn more about us on our website: https://howpreschoolteachersdoit.com
Learn more about Cindy's work on her website: https://helpingkidsachieve.com
276: Cameras for Classroom Scientists with Cindy and Alison
What are ways children can use cameras to record science experiments and more? Add the classroom scientist, building inspector, and more to your classroom jobs while you support children's understanding of how to collect data. Join Cindy and Alison for this discussion inspired by one of our listeners!
Mon, 29 Apr 2024 12:00:04 +0000
275: Knowing Your Own Intelligences with Cindy and Alison
Howard Gardner taught that there are multiple intelligences. His theory helps us to understand why and how to individualize our teaching, but have you ever taken a test of your intelligences? The results may surprise you. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how results can be unexpected and how they guide us as reflective teachers and families.
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:05 +0000
274: Stages of Empathy Development with Cindy and Alison
Did you know that theorist Dr. Martin Hoffman identified four Stages of Empathy Development? Empathy might be most apparent to us among older children, but there are stages of development that we can support in the early childhood years. Join Cindy and Alison - together in one room for the first time on this podcast - for an explanation of how children develop empathy and what we can do to help them.
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:04 +0000
273: The Purpose of Small Group Learning with Cindy and Alison
For too long, the focus of working with small groups of early learners was the production of crafts. Small group time supports deeper learning than creating a product. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about small groups and how they should be planned.
Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:00:01 +0000
272: Stop Putting Square Pegs into Round Holes with Cindy and Alison
Why are we trying to get infants, toddlers, and two to do things that are not age or developmentally-appropriate for them? Why do we do that with older children who are not yet ready? Stop trying to put square pegs in round holes. You don't have to spend valuable learning time trying to herd cats! Join Cindy and Alison for an episode that could empower you to spend your time with children in better ways.
Mon, 01 Apr 2024 12:00:02 +0000
271: When Is It Time for Team Sports with Cindy and Alison
The ages at which children can be enrolled in team sports seem to get younger and younger all the time, but are they ready for it? In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss the recommendations and reasons for appropriate ages to start team sports.
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000
270: The Three Types of Play with Cindy and Alison
Did you know there are three types of play that children should experience each day? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how to include spontaneous, guided, and teacher/adult-directed play in each early learner's day.
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000
269: Are You Overstepping with CIndy and Alison
Do the children really need your help, or should we let them try for longer? Do we step in, or should we let them figure it out? Cindy and Alison discuss these questions and more as they ponder when to step into children's activities and attempts at independence.
Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000
268: When They Miss Home with Cindy and Alison
We are living in a digital era, which has benefits and pitfalls. One benefit is the way it can connect people. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about using all of our resources to help children who miss home for any reason.
Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:02 +0000
267: The Benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Education with Cindy and Alison
While AI software is new and somewhat scary, it is possible that artificial intelligence can be used to help early childhood teachers, children, and families. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how AI can be used to benefit you.
Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:00:01 +0000
266: Rough Landings with Cindy and Alison
Returning to an early childhood program can be rough after a fun weekend, long weekend, or extended break. Cindy and Alison discuss that rough landing and ways we may be able to help children re-adapt to our daily routines and experiences.
Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:00:02 +0000
265: What Inclusion Looks Like with Cindy and Alison
Early childhood programs can implement policies and practices of inclusion of all children. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what it means to have an inclusive environment and how we can support that for early learners.
Mon, 12 Feb 2024 13:00:01 +0000
264: The Foundation is in the Math with Cindy and Alison
Recent studies show that math is the key to foundational skills for young children, yet the emphasis has almost solely been on literacy skills. Join Cindy and Alison for more information about the role of math skills and what we need to do to build that math-based foundation for children.
Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:00:01 +0000
263: The Value of Money with Cindy and Alison
Ideas about money, its value, and spending it begin in early childhood. Cindy and Alison discuss ways to help young children understand the value of money in early childhood programs and at home.
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:01 +0000
262: Weather Keeping You In with Cindy and Alison
If the weather is keeping you in, how are you offering the children opportunities to have vital gross motor time? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what can be done when weather or air quality prevents outdoor time.
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:00:01 +0000
261: Does Your Admin Know Early Ed with Cindy and Alison
Even with all we know about the importance of early education, private and publicly funded early education programs may be under the supervision of people without education about our youngest learners. Join Cindy and Alison for a frank discussion about this issue and learn what you can do to stand for what young children need in their early education setting.
Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:00:02 +0000
260: Co-Designing with Cindy and Alison
What if children helped us design early childhood spaces by providing insights, feedback, and clues about what draws them in? Children of all ages can tell us or show us what works and does not in their environment. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about staying within the parameters of the Environmental Rating Scales and responding to children's interests, thoughts, and ideas for their own early learning space.
Mon, 08 Jan 2024 13:00:02 +0000
259: Choices, Breaks, and Stuff with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison as they take their own advice (some of which they have been giving you for years!).
Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:00:02 +0000
258: Why STEM Became STEAM with Cindy and Alison
Remember when early childhood programs focused on including STEM activities, and then all of a sudden, the acronym became STEAM? Join Cindy and Alison to learn why Art belongs with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Mon, 11 Dec 2023 13:00:02 +0000
257: Proud of the Little Things with Cindy and Alison
Adults often express pride and teach children about being proud when big things happen. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about teaching children to be proud of the little things, too!
Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:00:02 +0000
256: Being Music Makers with Cindy and Alison
Just like children are makers of art and creators of dramatic play scenes, they should be given the chance to be music makers! Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how to help children access the creative outlet of music and movement.
Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:00:03 +0000
255: Being Storytellers with Cindy and Alison
Telling stories builds children's comprehension, language, social skills, and more. Join Cindy and Alison for food for thought about storytelling and encouraging stories in addition to reading books.
Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:00:02 +0000
254: Should We Say "Brain Break" with Cindy and Alison
Is moving around actually a break for the brain? Are we putting too much emphasis on what children do at tables instead of when they are moving around? Join Cindy and Alison as they answer these questions and more!
Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:00:02 +0000
253: Weather! It's Cold or Rainy or Snowy with Cindy and Alison
It always benefits children (and adults) to go outside and get fresh air. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about going outside in almost all weather and how we can make that possible.
Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:00:03 +0000
252: Anxiety or ADHD? with Cindy and Alison
Anxiety and ADHD can manifest themselves in very similar ways. Cindy and Alison discuss this similarity as another reason to let go of assumptions about young children.
Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:00:03 +0000
251: Body Budget and Behavior with Cindy and Alison
Did you know that we all have a body budget? We need an amount of everything that fuels the body, and when that budget is off balance, our behavior can suffer. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how this impacts the behavior of early learners.
Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:00:02 +0000
250: Halloween or Not with Cindy and Alison
How did Halloween end up being celebrated in educational settings? What do we do about that with today's knowledge about the importance of cultural responsiveness, respect, and belonging? Join Cindy and Alison to ponder these questions and more.
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:00:03 +0000
249: Is Ignoring Okay with Cindy and Alison
Have you tried to extinguish behavior by ignoring it? We were told to do that for generations. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss what we now know about the impact of planned ignoring on young children and on your relationship with them.
Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:00:03 +0000
248: Healthy Sexuality in Early Childhood Part 2 with Cindy and Alison
Cindy and Alison continue the topic of healthy sexuality in early childhood by discussing what we need to teach young children about safe and unsafe touches, protecting themselves, and more.
Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:02 +0000
247: Healthy Sexuality in Early Childhood Part 1 with Cindy and Alison
Young children are curious not only about the world around them but also about themselves. Human sexual development begins in infancy with everyday actions we may observe. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about what is common for early learners and Part 1 of how we can and should react.
Mon, 25 Sep 2023 12:00:03 +0000
246: The Value of Field Trips with Cindy and Alison
Field trips stopped when the pandemic began. Some programs have never allowed them. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about the value of field trips and how they help children to build skills. Help us bring field trips back and to all early learners!
Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:00:02 +0000
245: Are Your Books Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors with Cindy and Alison
Did you know your classroom books should be mirrors, windows, and sliding doors? Join Cindy and Alison to learn what this means and what to look for in your classroom and school libraries.
Mon, 11 Sep 2023 12:00:02 +0000
244: The School Staff Changed! with Cindy and Alison
When families discover that their child's teacher or the administration has changed, panic can set in. Join Cindy and Alison to discuss why this change can be good, what it can teach children, and how professionals might prevent that reaction from families.
Mon, 04 Sep 2023 12:00:02 +0000
243: Observational vs Tech Game Assessments with Cindy and Alison
Did you know that there are game-based assessments that could take the bias out of determining children's learning and progress? Join Cindy and Alison for a frank discussion about this new way of monitoring children's skills and how it might replace or complement what we are doing now.
Mon, 28 Aug 2023 12:00:03 +0000
242: Surviving Your First Year or Any Year Really with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison to hear some tips for first-year teachers that can really work for anyone heading into a new school year. Listen and share with the first-year teachers in your life!
Mon, 21 Aug 2023 12:00:02 +0000
241: Small Teaching with Cindy and Alison
Have you heard of small teaching? Are you already doing this but didn't know? Cindy and Alison discuss this method for planning and introducing topics to young children.
Mon, 14 Aug 2023 12:00:02 +0000
240: Can We Teach Believing in Nice with Cindy and Alison
When we hear people are not nice, we tend to believe it. When we hear people are nice, we tend to doubt it. Cindy and Alison discuss the possibility of both stranger danger and the possibility of nice people co-existing for young children.
Mon, 07 Aug 2023 12:00:04 +0000
239: You're Enough, Girls! with Cindy and Alison
In honor of the Barbie movie's record-breaking release, Cindy and Alison dedicate an episode to the messages girls in the preschool years need to get from their teachers and families. We don't discuss the Barbie movie plot, and we don't have to in order to think about being a girl in today's world.
Mon, 31 Jul 2023 12:00:02 +0000
238: Universal Design in Early Childhood with Cindy and Alison
How can we ensure that all children will be able to learn the same ideas and be able to express them? Universal design! Join Cindy and Alison to learn what this looks like in early childhood settings.
Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:00:02 +0000
237: Mind-Wandering with Cindy and Alison
Did you know that mind-wandering can be intentional and unintentional? Did you know that mind-wandering can be beneficial or detrimental? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about mind-wandering and young children.
Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:00:03 +0000
236: Paying Attention with Cindy and Alison
We tell children to pay attention as if that is a simple thing to do. Cindy and Alison discuss the components of paying attention and all the steps we take that can be easily derailed.
Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:00:02 +0000
235: The Robot Preference with Cindy and Alison
Children are used to technology giving them answers and those answers being correct. Join Cindy and Alison to discuss experiments being done related to children's experiences with humans, technology, and correctness.
Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:00:02 +0000
234: The Cycle of Misunderstanding with Cindy and Alison
Did you know that 1 in 6 children with autism are expelled from early childhood programs? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss why and what we can do about that.
Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:00:02 +0000
233: Sleep Habits with Cindy and Alison
Do you know how much sleep children need at different ages? Do you have a routine to help children settle down and sleep? Join Cindy and Alison for an episode filled with information about young children and sleep habits.
Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:00:02 +0000
232: Benefits and Care of Sand with Cindy and Alison
It's summertime, and there is no better time to discuss the importance of sand play! Join Cindy and Alison to learn some benefits of sand play that you may not have realized and get tips for keeping that sand as hygienic and insect free as possible.
Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:00:02 +0000
231: Jokes and Child Development with Cindy and Alison
It's fun to make children laugh, AND it is educational! Cindy and Alison discuss why children find different types of jokes funny at different ages and how it helps them to build understandings.
Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:00:02 +0000
230: That IS a Serious Problem with Cindy and Alison
"Stop being silly." "You will be fine." "That's not a big deal." Did you grow up receiving these messages in the face of your emotions? We know better today! Join Cindy and Alison to discuss taking children seriously and supporting them as their social-emotional and cognitive skills take root.
Mon, 29 May 2023 12:00:02 +0000
229: What is Cultural Humility with Cindy and Alison
Many of us have heard of cultural responsiveness and cultural competence. Less known is the practice of cultural humility. Join Cindy and Alison to discover cultural humility and why it enables you to be more responsive and culturally competent.
Mon, 22 May 2023 12:00:02 +0000
228: The Other Areas of Learning with Cindy and Alison
With so much focus on literacy and math, what learning opportunities are lost? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the other areas of learning and how they benefit children.
Mon, 15 May 2023 12:00:02 +0000
227: Can't Summer Be Fun with Cindy and Alison
Once again, there are articles discussing pandemic learning loss and proposals to not have summer break. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what children lose by not having breaks or summer programs that focus on socialization.
Mon, 08 May 2023 12:00:02 +0000
226: The Expectation Gap with Cindy and Alison
The expectations of teachers in early education have changed drastically. Today's college and credential students may have expectations of job responsibilities that current staff did not have at the start or even middle of their careers. Cindy and Alison discuss how this gap started and what we might need to do now.
Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:02 +0000
225: Interests and Interviews with Cindy and Alison
When we think about collecting information about children's progress, we often focus on anecdotal notes and running records. Join Cindy and Alison to discuss processes that could be equally valuable - interest inventories and child interviews.
Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:00:02 +0000
224: The Most Interesting Children with Cindy and Alison
Much like there are great movies no one is watching, there are very interesting children no one is noticing. Our lives and their lives can be enriched by fostering connections with them. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the children who are growing up in the shade.
Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:00:02 +0000
223: ASL for All with Cindy and Alison
Why do we only teach children sign language when they don't yet have language skills or for specific situations? Cindy and Alison discuss the benefits of teaching conversational sign language to all.
Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:00:02 +0000
222: Talking About the Doctor with Cindy and Alison
Do you worry about going to the doctor? Do you have a fear of seeking help for medical issues? That perspective on going to the doctor may have been set up during your early childhood years. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about helping children see doctors as a resource instead of as a threat.
Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:00:02 +0000
221: Check Your Books for This with Cindy and Alison
Have you ever stumbled upon a page in a favorite older children's book and realized you should not read that to the children? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what they stumbled upon that might not be good for the emotional well-being of young children.
Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:00:01 +0000
220: Reflection and Gratitude Skill Building with Young Children with Cindy and Alison
If we were taught how to reflect intentionally and have a gratitude practice when we were young, it would be a part of who we are as adults. Cindy and Alison discuss how to have intentional conversations with children that help them remember, think about experiences, and be grateful for the good in their lives.
Mon, 20 Mar 2023 12:00:03 +0000
219: Fighting Discrimination Against Men in Early Education with Cindy and Alison
Three years ago, Cindy and Alison discussed the need for more men in early education settings. It is now 2023, and the issue seems to not be improving. We can do better than this, Preschool Peeps! During this discussion, consider ways to bring attention to discrimination against men in the early education field.
Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:00:02 +0000
218: Unlearning for the Sake of the Children with Cindy and Alison
Sometimes, we need to be willing to unlearn practices or ideas we have held onto for a very long time. Soon it will be spring - a perfect time for unlearning! Join Cindy and Alison for this discussion about facing the unlearning.
Mon, 06 Mar 2023 13:00:02 +0000
217: Gender, Parents, and Policies with Cindy and Alison
Should families know up-front that we will let the children pick whatever dress-up clothes or roles they want during free play? Is it time to be proactive and have policies that state that we don't put children in gender boxes when they are playing? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about this important topic.
Mon, 27 Feb 2023 13:00:01 +0000
216: When Adults Disagree with Cindy and Alison
When you disagree with a co-worker or other peer, the most professional thing to do is to go directly to that person first. How do you do that? Differences of opinion can be so uncomfortable! Cindy and Alison discuss ways to approach disagreements that help you feel more comfortable, and avoid adult tattling and gossip.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:00:01 +0000
215: Food Fears with Cindy and Alison
Why are children afraid of trying new food? There's an answer to that question that will blow your mind! Join Cindy and Alison to find out what causes the fear and how we can avoid making it a life-long issue.
Mon, 13 Feb 2023 13:00:02 +0000
214: When to Go Rogue with Cindy and Alison
When is it okay to pivot from the curriculum or do things that are not in the plan? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss when and where to draw a line on pivoting in your plans and curriculum guidance.
Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:00:02 +0000
213: Early Education is Like Improv with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison for a lively discussion about the similarities between early childhood education and being a good improv comedian.
Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:00:01 +0000
212: From External Reward to Self-Motivation with Cindy and Alison
We know that children need their good deeds acknowledged, so we have stickers, pompom jars, certificates of recognition, and other tools. Slowly but surely, we need to stretch and phase out external rewards. Children need to find internal motivation to do the right thing. Cindy and Alison discuss stretching and phase out the external as the motivation becomes internalized.
Mon, 23 Jan 2023 13:00:01 +0000
211: Inspiration from MLK Day with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison for an episode inspired by the day commemorating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Use this opportunity to think about the inequities that still exist and what we need to do to make our early childhood programs a safe haven.
Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:00:02 +0000
210: One Positive Early Childhood Experience with Cindy and Alison
We often discuss Adverse Childhood Experiences but rarely discuss Positive Childhood Experiences (PCE). Join Cindy and Alison to learn about one impactful thing you can do to positively impact children's future mental health. Then, go to https://patreon.com/HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt, join for only $5 per month and learn about more PCEs!
Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:00:01 +0000
Jan 2 2023 Holiday Rewind- Crisscross Applesauce and Other...
Join Cindy and Alison for a very special rewind of an episode recorded so long ago that we didn't record a video! We hope you enjoy this episode about crisscross applesauce and other early childhood practices.
Mon, 02 Jan 2023 13:00:02 +0000
Lost Episode: Teaching Play with Cindy and Alison
In this lost but still very relevant episode, Cindy and Alison talk about how we can support children's understanding of how to play. Teachers today talk about the fact that children have been exposed to less meaningful play. Play is essential for learning. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how we can help them.
Mon, 26 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0000
209: Starting Fresh with Cindy and Alison
The New Year is upon us, and we can start fresh! What can you leave in the past? Cindy and Alison talk about starting fresh with our experiences, interactions, and responses to the needs of young children.
Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0000
208: The Behavior Committee Metaphor with Cindy and Alison
Sometimes, we should look at how other fields handle complicated situations and consider how that could help us in early childhood education. Challenging behavior is complicated, so maybe we need to do what Cindy and Alison discuss during this episode!
Mon, 12 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0000
207: Skill or Performance Deficit with Cindy and Alison
What is the difference between a skill deficit and a performance deficit? How can that impact my teaching? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about working with early learners, their skill deficits, and their performance deficits.
Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0000
206: Confidence Builders with Cindy and Alison
For people to believe they can learn and do new things, they need confidence. Cindy and Alison discuss strategies we can use to help children build the confidence needed to add to their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Are you doing all you can do?
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Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:00:02 +0000
205: Mind What You Say with Cindy and Alison
Common words and phrases can have cultural implications or can be taken in ways we don't intend. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about being careful when we speak and get some food for thought about what we say.
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Mon, 21 Nov 2022 13:00:01 +0000
204: Don't Sugar Coat It with Cindy and Alison
With all good intentions, we often fail to be honest with children about what it takes to learn something new. Positivity can be toxic and we need to prevent children from feeling like hard things should have been easier. Join Cindy and Alison for a conversation about encouraging children while being honest with them.
Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:00:02 +0000
203: Effort or Mastery with Cindy and Alison
Are we so focused on what children have and have not mastered that our communication about children's efforts are minimal at best? Cindy and Alison discuss ways to report effort to families during this year's meetings and parent-teacher conferences.
Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:00:01 +0000
202: Wanted! Special Education Bridges with Cindy and Alison
Do you struggle with how to help all of the children in your class? All children benefit from inclusive classrooms where general education and special education students and the teachers are together. Cindy and Alison ask why at 3 years old, those bridges are broken for both children and their teachers. Join us for ideas about how to create bridges that are needed by all.
Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:00:03 +0000
201: Phonological Awareness with Cindy and Alison
The foundation for later decoding of words and reading may be different than you think and different from how you were taught. Join Cindy and Alison for this discussion about how to support young children's phonological awareness. Check our Patreon for the resource referred to in the episode: https://patreon.com/HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt
Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:00:01 +0000
200: Best and Worst with Cindy and Alison
In this special 200th episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cindy and Alison share the best and worst advice they received for their work with young children.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 12:00:01 +0000
199: Scary Traditions with Cindy and Alison
Respecting and validating children's emotions should take place consistently, even when holiday or family traditions are the cause for big feelings. Cindy and Alison spend this episode talking about how to handle it when a child does not want to participate in what they decide is a scary tradition.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:00:02 +0000
198: Making Friends with Cindy and Alison
Just like all other skills, the ability to make friends is learned in stages and over time. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about the step-by-step mastery of skills that take place as children learn to connect to their peers and make friends.
Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:00:02 +0000
197: Problem Detectives with Cindy and Alison
One of the behavioral challenges in early childhood is that children think their big emotions are the problem. Cindy and Alison discuss how to help children become problem detectives! How does it work? Hint: It's like peeling an onion. Listen to find out the details!
Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:00:02 +0000
196: Physical Activity and the Brain with Cindy and Alison
Why is it important to have both structured and non-structured gross motor activity? Cindy and Alison discuss the importance of planning for brain connections through physical activity.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:00:04 +0000
195: Clean Up with Cindy and Alison
Why have we concentrated on making cleaning up the center of teaching responsibility? Cindy and Alison ask... and answer.... this question and more in an episode dedicated to considering our practices at clean-up time.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:03 +0000
Lost Episode: Don't Buy the Behavior Bag of Tricks
Human behavior is complex. It requires thought, analysis, and an approach that teaches children life lessons. While the research shows that teaching behavior takes time, there are people who would sell you a bag of tricks. Cindy and Alison discuss what to avoid and how to focus efforts in a way that benefits you and the children.
Mon, 05 Sep 2022 12:00:03 +0000
194: Science Areas with Cindy and Alison
Gain inspiration for revitalizing the often ignored, sometimes neglected science area in your classroom. Cindy and Alison share ideas!
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 12:00:02 +0000
193: Food for Thought with Cindy and Alison
Our relationship with food starts in the early childhood years. We have to think about our approach when children refuse to eat, when we are acknowledging efforts and events and when they grab for dessert first. Join Cindy and Alison for some actual food for thought!
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:00:02 +0000
192: Dump the Kitchen with Cindy and Alison
Why is the dramatic play area always a kitchen?! Cindy and Alison talk about inspiring ways to rethink the dramatic play area as you plan for a new school year.
Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:00:04 +0000
191: The Other Exceptional Learners with Cindy and Alison
When we hear the phrase "exceptional learner," we may think of children who receive special education services. Special education students are exceptional learners. There are, however, other exceptional learners. Are we doing all we can for those other exceptional learners? What happens to them if we don't? Cindy and Alison discuss another group of children and what we need to do for them.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:00:02 +0000
190: The Separation Anxiety Dilemma with Cindy and Alison
As we head toward a new school year, we need to think about the connection between how we've handled separation anxiety and the ethics that guide our work. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about separation anxiety, professional ethics, and what to do when families want to stay in the classroom.
Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:00:02 +0000
189: Are Learning Styles A Myth with Cindy and Alison
Is it a myth that people are auditory, visual, or kinesthetic learners? Listen to this episode to learn about the origins of the concept of learning styles and what the research does and does not say. Join Cindy and Alison to think about this construct and its impact on young children.
Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:00:03 +0000
188: Not Your Average Episode with Cindy and Alison
How do we effectively individualize our teaching based on the brain development and needs of each learner if so many of our tools and traditional ways of walking through an early childhood day are based on averages? Cindy and Alison discuss how to rethink schedules and interactions.
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:00:03 +0000
187: More Sponaneity, Less Impulsivity with Cindy and Alison
Do you know the difference between impulsivity and spontaneity? Do we do too much of one and not enough of the other with early learners? Cindy and Alison talk about experiencing impulsivity and spontaneity with young children, which one should be embraced, and why.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:00:03 +0000
July 4 2022 Holiday Rewind
Thank you to everyone who voted for which episode would be our July 4 Holiday Rewind. It was a landslide! Enjoy this new introduction with updated info. and our rewind of 77: Put Down The Flashcards!
Mon, 04 Jul 2022 12:00:02 +0000
186: Screen for This! with Cindy and Alison
Children have been screened for vision and hearing for years. Cindy and Alison discuss other screenings that we should consider conducting and why.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:00:02 +0000
185: The Professional Development Episode with Cindy and Alison
Professional development is essential; yet, it feels like a chore based on achieving hours instead of knowledge. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about their perspectives on professional development, why it matters, and how it could be.
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:00:02 +0000
184: Looking for Trouble with Cindy and Alison
When we look for trouble, we find trouble. Many of us know that but don't realize we are doing it. Join Cindy and Alison for an honest conversation about how our actions may be contributing to the ongoing struggles of students and to the preschool to prison pipeline.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:00:03 +0000
183: Seeking Safety with Cindy and Alison
How should we handle young children's expressions of confusion and fear about the horrific school shooting that took place at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas? Does the ongoing lack of legislation that would help ensure our children's safety and the pandemic both teach us that the current educational system of everyone in large, crowded buildings does not work in this era? Cindy and Alison address these questions and more.
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:00:02 +0000
182: Redefining a Familiar Word with Cindy and Alison
Prepare to have your mind blown as Cindy and Alison discuss the meaning of the word "suspension" as it applies to early childhood settings. How will this definition change how you view your response to children's challenging behavior?
Mon, 30 May 2022 12:00:02 +0000
181: Change with Cindy and Alison
What happened to us as children that made us so hesitant about change? Cindy and Alison discuss how we can do better with young children as we teach them about how to handle change in their lives.
Mon, 23 May 2022 12:00:02 +0000
180: Families and the New Normal with Cindy and Alison
In a recent blog article on https://howpreschoolteachersdoit.com, a question was posed about how we involve families in their child's early education during this new normal. Cindy and Alison discuss strategies for family involvement now that the new normal seems to be here.
Mon, 16 May 2022 12:00:02 +0000
179: When to Get Out with Cindy and Alison
When children are playing, adults should be asking questions and having conversations to extend their thinking. Many adults enter play spaces to do that, but do you know when to get out? Cindy and Alison discuss how you can support the thinking routines of young children and know when to exit so they can take it from there.
Mon, 09 May 2022 12:00:02 +0000
178: Documentation and the New Normal with Cindy and Alison
It seems that the "new normal" may have arrived. It's time to stop waiting and start re-establishing high-quality practices. Documentation of children's learning and progress should be one of the first practices we ensure is in place, but how do we do that in this short-staffed world where time seems to fly by? Join Cindy and Alison for a lively discussion!
Mon, 02 May 2022 12:00:02 +0000
177: Fear Tactics with Cindy and Alison
What are we teaching children when we use fear as a motivation for behaving? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about teaching children about behavior and the impact of fear tactics that were a part of many of our childhoods.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:00:02 +0000
176: Rehearsing with Cindy and Alison
Why are tabloids upset that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge may have rehearsed their children for a public appearance? Could we all learn from that and spend more time preparing children for new experiences? Cindy and Alison discuss how to practice new situations with young children.
Mon, 18 Apr 2022 12:00:03 +0000
175: The Starting Point with Cindy and Alison
Learning begins well before children enter an early childhood program at 3-5 years old. Cindy and Alison discuss the starting point for learning skills and how to build from the start through early childhood. That's right - we see you infant, mobile infant, and toddler teachers!
Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:00:06 +0000
174: Judge-Free Zones with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison in declaring your classroom, program, and/or home a "judge-free zone." Listen to learn why and how we should work to raise a generation that judges less and accepts more.
Mon, 04 Apr 2022 12:00:02 +0000
173: Let Them Talk with Cindy and Alison
What do children think when adults jump in and answer questions for them? Why do so many adults do that? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about letting the children speak!
Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:00:02 +0000
172: Bad Experiences with Cindy and Alison
Ever have a bad experience that you realize has stayed with you and impacted your anxiety level and behavior? Do you avoid anything because of something that happened when you were young? Cindy and Alison discuss the impact of situations on children and how we can help them.
Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:00:03 +0000
171: Sharing with Cindy and Alison
In a world where we have to discourage sharing because of the pandemic, how can we still teach sharing? What can we do when we have to say, "The puppets are sharing, but you cannot?" Cindy and Alison tackle this topic and start the conversation about teaching young children to share in 2022.
Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:00:02 +0000
170: Unmasking with Cindy and Alison
Masking mandates are changing, but the children are used to masks in early childhood programs and public schools. How might they react? What might they need us to do? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the impact of unmasking.
Mon, 07 Mar 2022 13:00:03 +0000
169: When I Grow Up with Cindy and Alison
We often talk to children about what they want to be when they grow up, but are we focusing them on goals that will last through their lives? Cindy and Alison discuss why who we want to be should be more than an occupation.
Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:00:03 +0000
168: A Bad Week with Cindy and Alison
Ever have one of those weeks when everything you do seems to go wrong? Children have those weeks, too. Cindy and Alison discuss how to help them express that and move forward from it. You also won't want to miss the Feedback 5 at the end!
Mon, 21 Feb 2022 13:00:03 +0000
167: Homework with Cindy and Alison
At long last, Cindy and Alison talk about their take on homework. Should it be assigned? What should we think about? What would actually be a way to partner with families about what their children are learning? Listen to find out!
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 13:00:04 +0000
166: PenPals with Cindy and Alison
Cindy and Alison reminisce about the many lessons they learned by having PenPals and why we need to bring them back. Be part of the movement to bring PenPals to early childhood classrooms.
Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:00:02 +0000
165: Fairy Tale Expectations with Cindy and Alison
Do all those stories, television shows, and movies give children a false impression of life and happiness? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how children internalize what they see and the conversations we can have with them about fairy tales, tv shows, movies, and more.
Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:00:03 +0000
164: Parents, Guardians, Folks, and Kin with Cindy and Alison
Our words matter when addressing adults as much as they do when talking to children. Being welcoming and inclusive means providing children and adults with a sense of belonging. Cindy and Alison discuss how we name or label people who are raising children and if there is even a word that includes all possibilities.
Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:00:02 +0000
163: The Value of Putting It Together with Cindy and Alison
Learn about another cognitive bias sometimes called the Ikea Effect. Intrigued? Listen to find out what Ikea has to do with teaching and raising young children.
Mon, 17 Jan 2022 13:00:02 +0000
162: To Know or To Google with Cindy and Alison
Cindy and Alison discuss a cognitive bias - sometimes called the digital effect, digital amnesia, or the Google Effect - and how that should help us think about priorities for children's learning. Don't miss learning about how our brains are sorting information in our highly digital world!
Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:00:02 +0000
161: Even I Don't Like That with Cindy and Alison
One trip to a small group breakout room made us think about the activities we don't want to do that we ask children to participate in. Should participation be voluntary or is it important to make children try? Cindy and Alison discuss the things we don't even like to do and that fine line.
Mon, 03 Jan 2022 13:00:02 +0000
160: Live and Let Live in Early Childhood with Cindy and Alison
It's time to examine your dress code and think about the people in our early childhood classrooms. Are the people reflective of the real world that children experience outside the classroom? Are we unintentionally teaching shame or embarrassment about their family or others? Cindy and Alison discuss dress codes, staff, and more!
Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:00:02 +0000
159: Are the People High Quality with Cindy and Alison
We talk about high-quality curriculums, environments, and other aspects of early childhood settings, but how do we figure out if the adults are behaving in high-quality ways? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the actions that make someone a great professional.
Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:00:01 +0000
158: The Nonsense We're Raised With...with Cindy and Alison
Erik Erikson taught us that young children struggle with initiative vs. guilt. That guilt plays out for a lifetime. Listen to Cindy and Alison discuss some of the nonsense we are raised with and how we can do better for today's children.
Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:00:02 +0000
157: If Only Teachers Knew with Cindy and Alison
As promised during their episode about what they wish families knew, Cindy and Alison discuss what they wish teachers knew about families, children, colleagues, and more! Don't miss this conversation and contribute by sending your wishlist in our contact form at HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt.com or as a message on our Facebook page.
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:00:02 +0000
156: Brains, Tech, and Timing with Cindy and Alison
Now that use of technology has become an even bigger part of the lives of young children, what do we do about their screen time? Cindy and Alison discuss the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations and how we might "right-size" the amount of time young children spend looking at screens.
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 13:00:02 +0000
155: If Only Parents Knew with Cindy and Alison
Cindy and Alison share their top 3 lists of what they wish parents knew about young children. Share yours with us at HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt.com and on our Facebook page!
Mon, 22 Nov 2021 13:00:12 +0000
154: When Kids Lie with Cindy and Alison
Why do children lie and what should we do about it? Cindy and Alison discuss children and lies - a topic that pushes many buttons for adults.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 13:00:09 +0000
153: How To Do Holidays with Cindy and Alison
In today's diverse and interconnected world, it is important to think about our approach to acknowledging holidays in early childhood settings. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about our focus when teaching about holidays.
Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:00:15 +0000
152: Repetition and Truth with Alison and Cindy
What is the connection between repetition, learning, and truth? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the impact of repetition on learning and how children understand the world.
Mon, 01 Nov 2021 12:00:10 +0000
151: Dramatic Play with Cindy and Alison
Why is it important for early childhood rooms to include the choice of dramatic play every day? Listen to learn the role dramatic play holds in the development of young children.
Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:00:10 +0000
150: Growing Into Their Own Footsteps
Humans have a natural tendency to make assumptions. Sometimes, those assumptions unintentionally put the achievements of families on their children. Listen and consider if you encourage children to grow into their own footsteps.
Mon, 18 Oct 2021 12:00:15 +0000
149: Education Isn't Done To Children
For too many generations, children were recipients rather than participants. Join Alison and Cindy for a lively conversation about the fact that education shouldn't be done to children.
Mon, 11 Oct 2021 12:00:16 +0000
148: Tough Teacher-Family Conversations
Have you had to have a tough conversation with a teacher or family and dreaded it? No one likes uncomfortable, difficult conversations, but they cannot always be avoided. Cindy and Alison discuss how to have those tough discussions.
Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:00:02 +0000
147: The Kid Who Stays in Blocks
What should we do about the children who want to play in the same classroom interest area all the time? What should happen when the child always heads toward and stays in blocks, dramatic play, or any other area? Alison and Cindy discuss the kid who chooses, stays, and plays with the same toys all the time.
Mon, 27 Sep 2021 12:00:13 +0000
146: About Those Goals
Do you feel like you set goals and have trouble accomplishing them? Get a good start at the beginning of this school year. Cindy and Alison discuss goal setting for you and the children in your lives.
Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:00:15 +0000
145: Reinvigorating Read Alouds
Are our approaches to read alouds actually supporting the foundational skills for reading comprehension? Maybe not. Cindy and Alison discuss how to reinvigorate and focus your read alouds with young children.
Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:00:10 +0000
144: Labor Talk: The Workforce Shortage
Cindy and Alison discuss the "Catch-22" situation many early childhood programs find themselves in. You are not alone!
Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:00:10 +0000
143: The Impact of Less Play in 2020-21
We thought social-emotional and self-help skills would be the most greatly impacted. Current studies show that's just the tip of the iceberg. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted more domains of learning.
Mon, 30 Aug 2021 12:00:12 +0000
142: Pop-Up Show and Tell
Show and tell has been an early childhood staple in classrooms everywhere. Can it be done in a more developmentally appropriate way? Join Alison and Cindy as they discuss the traditional and less traditional ways we can offer children a chance to share with the class.
Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:00:17 +0000
141: Anxiety of the G.O.A.T.
When children have a talent, how much pressure is put on them to continue to excel? Are we paying attention to signs of anxiety and people-pleasing? Cindy and Alison discuss our interactions with children who stand out because of their abilities.
Mon, 16 Aug 2021 12:00:17 +0000
140: Are Families Responsible for Kids' Behavior?
Are families responsible for their children's behavior when they are not there? When does a family's responsible come into play? Consider this blame or not to blame question with Alison and Cindy.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:00:17 +0000
139: When the Crying is Contagious
Emotions can be contagious. Why does everyone start crying when one child cries and what should we do about that? Cindy and Alison discuss this topic and introduce a new feature of the podcast - The Feedback Five. Don't miss it!
Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:00:19 +0000
138: Teaching True Bravery
What does a child being brave look like? Or maybe we should ask - What doesn't it look like? Join Alison and Cindy for a conversation about the messages we may be giving to children without even realizing we have it backward!
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:00:15 +0000
137: Fear of Mistakes and Failure
Is the fear of mistakes and failure stopping all progress in your early childhood setting or home? Cindy and Alison discuss why that happens and how to start moving past it.
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 12:00:05 +0000
136: Evidence of Kids' Knowledge and Learning
If crafts are not evidence of learning, then what is? Prepare to be impressed by what real evidence of children's existing knowledge and new learning looks like!
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:00:12 +0000
135: Why the Creative Arts Matter in Preschool
What is creativity and how does it help young children? Cindy and Alison discuss the many expressive and behavioral benefits when children bring their own ideas into existence.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 12:00:15 +0000
134: For Your Summer (or Anytime) Learning
It's the requested recommendation episode! Cindy and Alison discuss where you can learn reputable information about helping children with challenging behavior, understanding developmentally appropriate practice, and more.
Mon, 28 Jun 2021 12:00:16 +0000
133: We Become Words Said and Unsaid
Are we setting up self-fulfilling prophecies that will impact the children for years? Are we unintentionally shifting their view of themselves because of us? Join Alison and Cindy for this lively and important discussion.
Mon, 21 Jun 2021 12:00:02 +0000
132 The Crossroads for Respectful Environments
We are at a pivotal point in our early education systems where we can decide what the future will be for not only our students but also our educators. Cindy and Alison discuss the need for the same sort of respect for educators as we know we need to give to children. What should that include? How can it be impactful? Listen and let us know how you feel about this discussion.
Mon, 14 Jun 2021 12:00:21 +0000
131: Building A Motivated Environment At All Levels
Do you want to motivate your students, staff, or even your administrators? Cindy and Alison discuss one key to building a motivated environment. It sounds so simple, but how often do you see this happening?
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:00:05 +0000
130: Math Talk: Teach Numbers in Real Ways (Another Lost Episode)
In this episode recorded earlier but never released, Cindy and Alison discuss real ways to teach math in preschool. What's a less real way? Listen to find out!
Mon, 31 May 2021 12:00:18 +0000
129: Helping Kids with End of Year Anxiety
As the school year draws to a close, young children realize that a big change is ahead. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about how to help them with their end-of-the-year anxiety.
Mon, 24 May 2021 12:00:18 +0000
128: Mixed Ages: What Younger Kids Need to Know
Do you work in a mixed age group or have multiple children at home? Cindy and Alison discuss the explanations we need to give to younger children about what they tend to do when they are learning or playing with older children.
Mon, 17 May 2021 12:00:19 +0000
127: What Stands in the Way of ECE Innovation?
What propels more forward motion in a time of change? It may surprise you! Cindy and Alison discuss one potential stumbling block as early education staffs try to move into the next phase of early education.
Mon, 10 May 2021 12:00:08 +0000
126: The Gift of Mental Flexibility and Being Bilingual
We knew there were advantages to being bilingual, but we didn't know all this! Join Alison and Cindy to learn about how learning 2 languages when very young is even more beneficial than you thought?
Mon, 03 May 2021 12:00:08 +0000
125: The Hows and Whys of Normalizing Parent Education
Why isn't parent education about child development and developmentally appropriate practice an embedded part of existing systems? How can we expect families to understand the preschool years if they don't have access to high-quality learning like early childhood professionals and how can we encourage them to attend it? Cindy and Alison share their ideas for this systemic change.
Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:00:05 +0000
124: Be a Learning Style Detective
There's much more to figuring out if children and adults are visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners than you may have thought. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about all the different ways to identify different learners. You may even recognize yourself!
Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:15 +0000
123: About That Sticker Chart...
Cindy and Alison discuss one of those "always been done this way" situations - public displays of behavior - their impact, and how we might adjust them before the next school year.
Mon, 12 Apr 2021 12:00:03 +0000
122: Focus! It's Good for Everyone.
How present are you when children focus on an object or task? Do you focus with them on what they see? It is good for them and it is great for your mental health! Cindy and Alison discuss this powerful and brain-building interaction with children that has benefits for all.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 12:00:16 +0000
121: How to Intentionally Connect with Each Child
Now and always, fostering 1:1 relationships with children should be a priority. In this episode, Cindy & Alison discuss Dr. Robert Pianta's "Banking Time." Consider how you might bank time with children to intentionally develop connections that you can draw from when they need us most.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:10 +0000
120: One-to-One Time Proves Priceless
If children learning at home who had 1:1 time with teachers online during the pandemic have pulled ahead of their peers, it proves that we have never spent enough 1:1 time with them. How can we take this information and improve the future of early childhood education? Join Alison and Cindy as they discuss lessons for the future.
Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:00:05 +0000
119: Skill-Building You Never Learned About
Was your school day divided by subject area when you were a child? Was math time separate from language arts time which was separate from socialization time? Join Cindy for a discussion about the skill-building perspective you never learned in that system.
Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:00:12 +0000
118: 1 Year
For so many of us, this week marks 1 year since our lives changed because of COVID-19. How can we frame what has happened, perhaps start to heal, and forge forward? Process this with Alison and Cindy as they reflect and look to the future of early education.
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:00:04 +0000
117: Adapting and Modifying: Two Very Different Things
There is a big difference between adapting a curriculum and modifying it. Which one is the way to go when taking what teachers are given and applying it to the children in the room? Cindy and Alison discuss what teachers should think about and what families should know.
Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:00:22 +0000
116: Resist the Prompting. Let the Kids Answer!
Sometimes we purposely, and other times we subconsciously, prompt children so they answer questions correctly. Does that really help them to learn? Are we meeting our goals for the children or for us? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about prompting and how to handle answers when they are and are not what we were looking for.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 13:00:18 +0000
115: Is Silence Really Golden?
Is dynamic learning silent? Have generational messages about children being silent seeped into our classrooms? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about silence as they wonder if it is really golden.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:23 +0000
114: Tell Me Their Strengths First: Reframe Your Thinking
How would the environment change and the children think of themselves if we described them by their strengths instead of their struggles? Alison and Cindy discuss reframing our world through how we describe children.
Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:00:06 +0000
113: Are We Creating Damaging Perfectionism?
Without meaning to, are we adding to the children's stress by encouraging perfectionism? Are we setting up an expectation that is impossible to achieve? Listen to Cindy & Alison discuss what can cause this stress-inducing mindset in children that will impact them always.
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:00:06 +0000
112: Let Your Young Leaders Lead
They aren't bossy. They are leaders! Cindy and Alison discuss the importance of fostering the leadership qualities you observe in young children. Listen, learn and laugh with us!
Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:00:12 +0000
111: Help Children Sort What They Hear
Children hear the news from the TV in the background, from the adults who think they aren't listening and more. Watch for signs that they are trying to understand. Join Alison and Cindy as they discuss how to help them sort the information.
Mon, 18 Jan 2021 13:00:14 +0000
110: Good Decision Making: Teach It!
Children aren't born knowing the steps of good decision making. Alison and Cindy discuss the questions to ask children that can become their internal dialogue. Decision making - go forth and teach it!
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:00:11 +0000
109: The Learning Reset, Not Such a Loss
For years, educators have struggled with the pushdown of the curriculum. Now, the pandemic is forcing the curriculum back up. Is that good news? Is this a reset and not a loss? Cindy and Alison discuss these questions and more. Let us know what you think!
Mon, 04 Jan 2021 13:00:17 +0000
108: Introverts are Happy Too (The Lost Episodes #3)
Introverts sometimes need time alone. That doesn't mean we are unhappy! Should we be spending time trying to move introverts from their comfort zone?
Mon, 28 Dec 2020 13:00:21 +0000
107: Cindy and Alison's List of But Adults Do That (The Lost Episodes #2)
There are so many things that we ask children to do but don't do ourselves. Cindy and Alison discuss some of those behaviors and pose the question, "If we can't do them, why do we expect children to?" Listen, laugh, and share your list with us!
Mon, 21 Dec 2020 13:00:18 +0000
106: Ignoring the Crying Child May Not Have Been Great (The Lost Episodes #1)
Cindy and Alison revisit the age-old, "Do we ignore the crying child?" debate on this lost episode. Let us know your thoughts!
Mon, 14 Dec 2020 13:00:18 +0000
105: When They Only Want the Boxes- Kids and Real Things
It's that time of year again when we buy exciting toys and they only want the boxes. What is it about kids and real things? Listen to find out!
Mon, 07 Dec 2020 13:00:12 +0000
104: Teach Kids to Own Their Point of View
Do you know adults who need others to agree or who defend their perspective by saying everyone feels that way? Listen to this episode about teaching children to stand for themselves.
Mon, 30 Nov 2020 13:00:14 +0000
103: Making the Best of It: Holidays Closings and More
Now is your moment! Cindy and Alison discuss the opportunity we have to model making the best of it as we face holidays, closings, and more once again. The children will learn from what you do so listen and reflect on how you will handle the coming weeks.
Mon, 23 Nov 2020 13:00:02 +0000
102: Ending School Breaks and Snow Days-Have We Gone Too Far?
Remote learning - Just because we can, does that mean we should? Cindy and Alison discuss the potential demise of school breaks and snow days. Listen and let us know what you think!
Mon, 16 Nov 2020 13:00:14 +0000
101: Get Out of the Power Struggle
Young children are always experimenting with power. Do you get caught up in their power struggle? Do you find yourself trying harder to control them when you feel life is out of control? Cindy and Alison discuss the early childhood/adult power struggle.
Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:00:02 +0000
100: Your Questions Answered and A Teaser
Cindy and Alison celebrate 100 episodes by answer listener questions about observing children, advancing careers, and the educational theories and research that their advice is based on. Listen closely for a teaser about learning more about the root of Cindy and Alison's information. Don't miss it!
Mon, 02 Nov 2020 13:00:20 +0000
99: Families Assessing Learning: The Hows
Teachers are depending on families of remote and hybrid students to report their children's skills. Is there a good way to get data from families? What do families need to know about learning? Join Alison and Cindy for the discussion.
Mon, 26 Oct 2020 12:00:08 +0000
98: Teachable Moments - It's the Little Things
"Teachable Moments" is one of those phrases that is used all the time but not always understood. Cindy and Alison talk about teachable moments, what they are and how to find them.
Mon, 19 Oct 2020 12:00:21 +0000
97: Make Transitions Easier for Young Children
Transitions are often the roughest part of an early learner's day. Cindy and Alison discuss ways to make transitions, from one activity or place to another, easier for children at home and school.
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:00:02 +0000
96: The ABC's of Challenging Behavior
What is the best way to figure out the root of challenging behavior? Do your ABC's! Listen to find out how ABC applies to helping lessen challenging behaviors.
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 12:00:16 +0000
95: Kids, Guns and Dramatic Play
Why do so many young children play guns? Is there something we should say or do? Cindy and Alison discuss the whys and what nows of weapons during dramatic play.
Mon, 28 Sep 2020 12:00:11 +0000
94: Hybrid School - A New Family School Partnership
Was there ever more of a need for families and schools to work in partnership? Cindy and Alison talk about how that partnership can work (and we don't mean by doing work for the children or giving them answers ;)
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 12:00:11 +0000
93: The Reality of Reopened Schools: A Glimpse Inside
What's happening as early childhood classrooms reopen and students return? Cindy and Alison give you a glimpse inside at the good news and the interesting news.
Mon, 14 Sep 2020 12:00:04 +0000
92: Supporting Kids' Success during Reopening For Their Future
Children are arriving at school and childcare with messages from families that cause anxiety or lack of compliance with COVID-19 rules. Alison and Cindy discuss the implications for their future and ways to support rather than undermine their ability to succeed.
Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:00:14 +0000
91: The True Story of the COVID-19 School Year
Cindy and Alison dig beneath the assumptions, sugar-coated reports and press releases to share some truths so we can have right-sized expectations for this unprecedented school year. Listen to see if these truths ring true with you...
Mon, 31 Aug 2020 12:00:14 +0000
90: The COVID-19 Shaming is Real
Exactly how much fingerpointing and shaming is about to go on when our schools open and someone tests positive for COVID-19? Cindy and Alison discuss what could happen if a class, school or childcare setting has to quarantine again.
Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:00:20 +0000
89: Not Returning? Reconsider, Reinvent, Rediscover Yourself
Sometimes, life pushes us in new directions. Cindy & Alison discuss the possibilities for those of you who find yourselves wondering, "What's next??"
Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:00:18 +0000
88: Homeschool vs Remote Learning - Choose Wisely
Before you disconnect from your school, there are things to consider. Cindy and Alison discuss their research about homeschooling instead of remote learning.
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 12:00:21 +0000
87: No Open Door Policy or Visitors-That's an Issue
Want to know what's happening in your child's preschool? COVID-19 restrictions say you can't go in. Now what?? Cindy and Alison discuss this dilemma.
Mon, 03 Aug 2020 12:00:20 +0000
86: COVID-19 & Universal Preschool-Will Public Preschool Happen Faster?
Will the movement toward preschool in public schools speed up due to the COVID-19 impact on childcare? Cindy & Alison propose 4 reasons why it might.
Mon, 27 Jul 2020 12:00:13 +0000
85: Improve Distance Teaching NOW! Time is Being Wasted.
Why aren't we using this time to improve distance teaching? Cindy and Alison discuss 4 reasons why we have to stop wasting this time.
Mon, 20 Jul 2020 12:00:12 +0000
84: Mental Health & Reopening Schools-Not Such an Easy Fix
Join Alison and Cindy as they consider the fact that reopening schools won't be a magic elixir for the mental health of children or teachers. Listen and share your thoughts...
Mon, 13 Jul 2020 12:00:13 +0000
83: Coming Soon-TREES (Temporary Rules for Emergency Education)
We haven't reached the end to see what life will be and we can't go back. Buildings may open but COVID19 is still here. Join Cindy and Alison as they talk about the weird limbo of educational settings heading to the 2020-2021 school year.
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 12:00:15 +0000
82: An Unusual 4th of July
What can you do to make this unusual 4th of July a way to move to the new normal?
Thu, 02 Jul 2020 12:00:21 +0000
81: Supporting the Kids' Positive Reentry
School, camp, and other activities will not look the same. Cindy and Alison discuss how we can support kids, acknowledge their feelings but not dump our own on them.
Mon, 29 Jun 2020 12:00:07 +0000
80: Things We Will Never Do Again-Lessons Learned
Cindy and Alison continue Lessons Learned with an episode about what we will never do again. Thought it would be funny....and then it took a turn. Tune in!
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 12:00:21 +0000
79: Things We Will Always Do Now-Lessons Learned
During hard times, we can learn the most. Cindy and Alison talk about what they will always do as early childhood professionals. What will you pledge to always do?
Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:00:15 +0000
78: Questions from the Reopening Vault: Staff Sick Days
Cindy and Alison have questions. The first question from the vault: How will additional needs for school staff sick days be handled?
Thu, 18 Jun 2020 12:00:10 +0000
77: Put Down the Flashcards!
Worried about "catching them up?"Memorization is the lowest rung on the ladder of learning. Cindy and Alison talk about how to teach your children in more meaningful ways so they can reach higher.
Mon, 15 Jun 2020 12:00:19 +0000
76: The Kids Who Are Thriving - Planning for Them Too
Some children are learning and thriving at home. Should we ignore that and just make them go back to our educational systems? Should we consider a different partnership with their families? Cindy and Alison discuss the possibilities.
Thu, 11 Jun 2020 12:00:23 +0000
75: Young Kids and Race - Let's Raise Them Better
What do children see when they look at others? Cindy and Alison share the facts and what we need to do to raise children to build a better world. Thanks to The Children's Community School of Philadelphia for permission to share their work. Find it here: http://www.childrenscommunityschool.org/justice/
Mon, 08 Jun 2020 12:00:15 +0000
74: Education Budgets: Real Talk
Put aside the social distancing, masks and other new requirements - how will they make education budgets work in a COVID and post-COVID world? Money is tight and expenses will be high. Cindy and Alison ponder the budget with some real talk.
Thu, 04 Jun 2020 12:00:16 +0000
73: Do We Need an Entirely New System for Kids?
Once upon a time, we outgrew one-room schoolhouses. Have we outgrown the current system, too? Cindy and Alison talk about an entirely new approach to education from early childhood through school-age programs.
Mon, 01 Jun 2020 12:00:14 +0000
72: Will the Kids Catch Up
Is there an expectation that 6 months of school closures will be erased like they never happened? Will the kids actually catch up? Cindy and Alison discuss their take on what to expect and what educational systems need to do.
Thu, 28 May 2020 12:00:07 +0000
71: Teaching Kids About Acceptance During COVID19
Is this time an opportunity to teach children about accepting what they cannot control and making good decisions? Alison and Cindy discuss the important lessons that can be learned if we are aware and model them.
Mon, 25 May 2020 12:00:03 +0000
70: Is Anyone Discussing the Teachers' Safety?
Do you see anyone discussing safety for teachers, admins, or support staff in all the social media posts? Cindy and Alison discuss the questions that seem to be missing.
Thu, 21 May 2020 12:00:14 +0000
69: COVID-19 and the Tough Decisions
Will COVID-19 teach us a lesson about listening to our inner voice and not the opinions of others? Alison and Cindy talk about some of the tough decisions we will need to make as individuals.
Mon, 18 May 2020 12:00:02 +0000
68: Who Should Be Advising About Education?
There are many decisions about education looming and who makes those decisions will impact children for years. Cindy and Alison discuss who should be involved. Listen and submit ideas for the challenge they put out to their Preschool Peeps!
Thu, 14 May 2020 12:00:10 +0000
67: How Might Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome Impact Decisions?
Cindy and Alison talk about the illness in children, its connection to COVID-19, and how decisions about schools might be impacted.
Mon, 11 May 2020 12:00:21 +0000
66: Should Family Child Care Take Center Stage?
Having preschoolers adhere to social distancing, making class sizes smaller and other directives seem so impossible to achieve. Perhaps, we need to restart differently while Covid-19 is still among us. Check out the discussion on this episode of the podcast.
Thu, 07 May 2020 12:00:05 +0000
65: How Do We End This Crazy Covid-19 School Year?
Should we provide closure to the school year and what does that even mean? How do we conclude the school year in a time of distance learning? Cindy and Alison have some ideas for you to think about in this episode.
Mon, 04 May 2020 12:00:13 +0000
64: Is Your Child's Behavior Changing As COVID-19 Shelter in Place Continues?
Is your child becoming more highly emotional or shutting down? Is your child less able to cope with the COVID-19 distance learning and quarantine? Cindy and Alison discuss why and what strategies might work to help them self-regulate.
Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:00:09 +0000
63: Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming - Ideas to Make Teachers Smile During COVID-19
Was there ever a time when educators could use appreciation more than during the coronavirus emergency distance teaching days? Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Cindy and Alison share simple ideas for saying, "Thank you" to teachers.
Mon, 27 Apr 2020 12:00:17 +0000
62: Our Fantasy Post Covid-19 School
Cindy and Alison envision what school could be like after the hard reset caused by COVID-19. Check out the episode and let us know what you would like to see in post COVID-19 schools.
Thu, 23 Apr 2020 12:00:07 +0000
61: Learning Is Not Closed, Just the Building Is
Children may not be going to school during the COVID-19 crisis but they are still learning. Cindy and Alison discuss the different ways and what children are learning.
Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:00:11 +0000
60: A New Normal - Can We Keep the Good?
Cindy and Alison talk about the good that may come from this difficult time and how we can help children grasp the positive now and in the future. Watch this episode and see if you agree with positives that may come from the lessons of COVID-19.
Thu, 16 Apr 2020 23:10:11 +0000
59: Heroes Wear Masks - Explaining COVID19 Masks to Children
Now that masks are being worn by more people and mandated in more places because of COVID-19, we need to help young children understand. Cindy and Alison discuss how to frame this new reality for young children.
Mon, 13 Apr 2020 12:00:06 +0000
58: Kids Need to Move and Shout
With families working at home or overwhelmed by sudden changes, children may be spending more time being told to sit down and be quiet. Cindy and Alison discuss setting up a routine that allows them to move and shout.
Thu, 09 Apr 2020 12:00:12 +0000
57: Kids Tired of Online Preschool or Can't Afford It?
Online preschool isn't such a novelty for kids anymore. Some families may not be able to afford it now. Watch Cindy & Alison discuss the importance of keeping kids connected to the concept of school.
Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:00:16 +0000
56: Your Emergency COVID-19 One Room Schoolhouse - Advocate for Your Situation
Families suddenly find themselves thrust into being a 1-room schoolhouse. As you prioritize and make decisions, families, and teachers need to advocate for realistic expectations. Listen to Alison and Cindy discuss your right to give feedback and stand for your priorities.
Thu, 02 Apr 2020 12:00:02 +0000
55: Shelter in Place - Helping Children Understand
How can we help young children to understand the sudden changes in their lives? Listen to Alison and Cindy discuss the importance of opening the door to communication and helping children to understand why they have to stay home.
Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:00:15 +0000
54: Preschool Distance Learning-When Families Don't or Can't
What should our expectations be for families as they have suddenly become teachers in their own one-room schoolhouses, remote workers, financial navigators and more? Listen to Alison and Cindy discuss what we should do about early childhood distance learning when they don't or can't do it.
Thu, 26 Mar 2020 12:00:18 +0000
53: Children Are Playing Coronavirus - How to Respond
Children are using games, dramatic play, and other creative arts to process the sudden changes caused by Coronavirus (COVID-19). Cindy and Alison discuss what that means and how to respond.
Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:00:02 +0000
52: Podcast AND YouTube -Not Business as Usual at the Podcast
The popular podcast for early childhood professionals and families is now on YouTube! In this episode, Cindy and Alison grapple with what's happening with early learners, workers & families during COVID-19 isolation, regulations and other changes.
Wed, 18 Mar 2020 23:49:40 +0000
51: Crisscross Applesauce and Other Preschool Absurdities
Sometimes, we say the craziest things to children because it's always been done that way. Cindy and Alison discuss feet falling asleep and children holding their breath because of what they are asked to do. They also discuss other meaningless commands so tune in!
Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:00:23 +0000
50: SPECIAL EPISODE: Coronavirus Closings - Staying Connected with Students
As schools plan for potential closings due to the Coronavirus, we need to consider how to stay connected with early learners. Worksheets are not developmentally appropriate so what CAN we do? Listen to our ideas and recommendations...
Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:00:10 +0000
49: Quiet Aggression Needs Attention, Too
Not all aggression is physical aggression. Are children being hurt and we don't notice? Listen to learn about different types of aggression that are taking place right in front of us.
Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:00:02 +0000
48: Praise the Process
Today's episode of the podcast examines meaningful acknowledgment rather than vague praise. What do children learn when feedback is meaningful? Listen and learn.
Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:00:11 +0000
47: Oh no! The kids are swearing again!
How do you react when children use inappropriate language? How can we discourage swearing without drawing too much attention to it? Listen to this episode of the podcast to learn about children and swearing.
Mon, 17 Feb 2020 13:00:18 +0000
46: Do Name Brands Belong in Preschool Classrooms?
A debate about name brands in the classroom has started thanks to the emphasis on using logos to teach children about letters and words. Listen to Cindy and Alison debate it and then go to the How Preschool Teachers Do It Facebook page to cast your vote!
Mon, 10 Feb 2020 13:00:08 +0000
45: Men in Early Childhood
Why is there such a stigma about men working in early childhood settings? Cindy and Alison discuss the stigma, the messages children get and what they are missing out on.
Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:00:08 +0000
44: Stereotype Busting Has to Happen at Home and at School
Schools and families can't depend on each other to bust stereotypes. Learn how we all have to participate in raising an accepting generation.
Mon, 27 Jan 2020 13:00:07 +0000
43: TIme Out By Any Other Name is Still Time Out
Is your thinking chair, peace place or cozy corner actually being used to isolate and punish children? Listen to learn if you are doing time out but calling it something else.
Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:00:19 +0000
42: Help Us Know Your Child
The more we know about your children, the better we can teach them. Listen to find out what teachers need to know to develop a trusting, responsive relationship with your child.
Mon, 13 Jan 2020 13:00:07 +0000
41: Plants, Pets and Preschoolers
Plants or pets are social-emotional skill builders. Listen to find out how Cindy's new pets and Alison's dog inspired an episode with important information about all children can learn from living things.
Mon, 06 Jan 2020 13:00:13 +0000
40: Is "No Thank You" Positive Discipline?
Everywhere we look, people are saying, "No thank you" to children who behave inappropriately. Is tacking the words "Thank you" onto the word "No" really a good way to deal with behaviors? Listen and find out.
Mon, 30 Dec 2019 13:00:23 +0000
39: That Fake Crying Isn't So Fake After All
Why do children do that "fake crying" and how can we respond in a way that supports rather than demeans children? Learn about that emoting and how to handle it.
Mon, 16 Dec 2019 13:00:16 +0000
38: Behavioral Rewards As They Should Be Done
Children should be acknowledged for their good behavior but how can we do that without teaching to expect prizes? How can we do it without shaming children who struggle? Listen for ideas that encourage good behavior.
Mon, 02 Dec 2019 13:00:04 +0000
37: Preschool Curriculum: What You Need to Know
High quality preschools in today's world use research based curricular methods that have been shown to teach using developmentally appropriate methods. Listen to learn about preschool curriculum that allows children to be children while they deeply learn.
Mon, 18 Nov 2019 13:00:09 +0000
36: Teaching Vocabulary to Young Children
Don't limit your use of words because you are speaking with young children. There is no word too hard for them to learn! Learn how to lift your child's vocabulary on this episode of the podcast.
Mon, 04 Nov 2019 13:00:14 +0000
35: Biting Basics
Young children may bite for a variety of reasons. Adults struggle with how to teach children not to bite. Listen to this episode for a discussion about a topic that is one of the most widely reported frustrations of parents and teachers.
Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:00:06 +0000
34: Culture and a Child's Need to Belong
Belonging is an essential component of developing a healthy sense of self. Preschoolers all must feel they belong. Listen for a discussion about culture, children and belonging.
Mon, 07 Oct 2019 12:00:15 +0000
33: To Perform or Not to Perform: The Holiday Shows
Do you know how much time is taken away from education and socialization to organize elaborate preschool holidays shows? A lot. Listen as you reconsider how your preschool should approach the holidays.
Mon, 23 Sep 2019 12:00:16 +0000
32: Breathe! and Other Techniques to Teach Upset Children
Children are not born knowing how to calm themselves. When children are upset, they need to know how to calm their bodies. Listen to learn techniques you can teach (and use yourself!)
Mon, 09 Sep 2019 12:00:16 +0000
31: Educational Errands - You Run Them All The Time
Errands seem so mundane but they are actually quiet educational. Discover what your children can learn if you take them with you (at least sometimes).
Mon, 26 Aug 2019 12:00:11 +0000
30: Preparing for Back to School
What should you say and do with your preschooler to prepare for going back to school? Listen to learn how to make this more exciting and less anxiety filled.
Mon, 12 Aug 2019 12:00:14 +0000
29: Schools and Families - We Are On The Same Side.
It is important that schools and families always seek to partner. The children depend on it. Listen for tips and important information about the impact of family/school relationships.
Mon, 29 Jul 2019 12:00:23 +0000
28: No Letter of the Week? Now what?
Teaching letters in isolation is becoming a thing of the past. Listen to learn how children learn letters and words in more meaningful ways.
Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:00:02 +0000
LIVE - Special Podcast Anniversary Episode
Answering Listeners Questions
Mon, 01 Jul 2019 22:59:49 +0000
Live Episode Details - Where and When to Listen
Listen for the details about the timing of the July 1 live episode and where you can listen to us live.
Fri, 21 Jun 2019 00:13:33 +0000
27: Social Media and Young Children's Privacy
Do you know people who are "sharenting" (oversharing about their children on social media)? Children need privacy for healthy development. When is sharing okay and when is it too much? Listen to consider social media and children's need for privacy.
Mon, 17 Jun 2019 12:00:13 +0000
26: When Children Feel Hurt
Help young children to accept their feelings and consider their reactions when someone has hurt them. Learn what to say that empowers children instead of making them feel wrong for having feelings.
Mon, 03 Jun 2019 12:00:09 +0000
25: Pt 2 What To Do In Circle Time Instead
Now that you've listened to what to take out of circle time during our last episode, find out what you should be doing instead.
Mon, 20 May 2019 12:00:14 +0000
24: Pt 1 The Mess That Is Circle Time
Wondering how to update your circle time activities? We know more now than we did in the past about how this time can be better spent. When you know better, you do better.
Mon, 06 May 2019 12:00:08 +0000
23: Mixed Messages About Strangers
We send very mixed messages to children about strangers. We tell them to stay away from strangers but then they see us talk to strangers all the time. How can you teach young children about strangers more clearly? Listen to find out.
Mon, 22 Apr 2019 12:00:11 +0000
22: What's Your Bias? We all have them.
We all have biases that we are not aware of and they can impact our interactions with children. Listen to this episode to learn about discovering your biases and how we can lessen their impact on children.
Mon, 08 Apr 2019 12:00:23 +0000
21: The Impact of Your Child's Coach, Dance Teacher, Scout Leader .....
Everyone who interacts with your child has an impact on their self-worth. What should you ask, look for and advocate for when enrolling your children in activities? Listen to find out!
Mon, 25 Mar 2019 12:00:09 +0000
20: Recharge, Families and Teachers! Making Me Time Happen
Taking time to recharge is important when you work with or are raising young children. Recharge, laugh and get some ideas from Cindy and Alison for taking me time.
Mon, 11 Mar 2019 12:00:12 +0000
19: Talking About Hard Topics with Children
Hard topics - death, serious illness, separation, divorce and more - challenge us when we have to talk to young children. Listen for information about how to approach the children when tough things happen.
Mon, 25 Feb 2019 13:00:17 +0000
18: Myth-busting Part 2 - Kindergarten Readiness
What do children actually need to know to be kindergarten ready? Listen to this myth-busting episode
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 13:00:04 +0000
17: Myth-busting Part 1 - What Is and Isn't Deep Learning? You May Be Surprised!
Learning to be a learner is a foundational lesson for preschoolers. There are so many myths about what is actual evidence of learning. Listen to find out what your children should be doing in preschool to reach their full potential.
Mon, 28 Jan 2019 13:00:09 +0000
16: Potty Talk! Toilet Training Basics
Worried about potty training? Frustrated with the process? Find out how preschool teachers do it!
Mon, 14 Jan 2019 13:00:12 +0000
15: Fear Not! You Can Navigate Kids Fears
What do you do when children are afraid? Does their fear make you uncomfortable and not the best guide of their emotions? Listen for tips about handling children's fears and still helping them to feel safe and secure.
Mon, 31 Dec 2018 13:00:15 +0000
14: Is Your Expert Really An Expert?
How do you know the person giving you advice about children is actually an expert? Listen and find out how you can be more sure.
Mon, 17 Dec 2018 13:00:23 +0000
13: Teaching Independence Skills to Early Learners
How can you send the message to your children that you believe in them and they are capable? Listen to Alison and Cindy to find out.
Mon, 03 Dec 2018 13:00:09 +0000
12: Gender Roles and Pretend Play in Early Childhood
Cindy and Alison tackle a sensitive topic on today's podcast. Sensitive but necessary ....
Mon, 19 Nov 2018 13:00:04 +0000
11: Part 2 Project vs Art vs Craft - Are they wasting your child's time?
Do your children learn more when doing a project, art or a craft? They are not the same and they are not all a good use of education time. Cindy & Alison dive into this topic in 2 episodes so you know what to look for in a preschool.
Mon, 05 Nov 2018 13:00:11 +0000
10: Part 1 Project vs Art vs Craft - Are they wasting your child's time?
Do your children learn more when doing a project, art or a craft? They are not the same and they are not all a good use of education time. Cindy & Alison dive into this topic in 2 episodes so you know what to look for in a preschool.
Mon, 22 Oct 2018 12:00:09 +0000
9: When Children Say "No!"
"No!" It is so often a young child's favorite word. Why and what should you do? Cindy and Alison talk about "No!" in this episode.
Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:00:03 +0000
8: Can Children Express Meaningful Apologies?
"Say You're Sorry!" That doesn't teach young children anything meaningful. Listen as Alison and Cindy talk about teaching children when they've hurt someone.
Mon, 24 Sep 2018 12:00:07 +0000
7: Should Children Be Forced to Hug and Kiss Relatives?
You know your child is uncomfortable so what should you do? Here's a podcast to share with those relatives who insist on hugging and kissing children who are strangers to them.
Mon, 10 Sep 2018 12:00:07 +0000
6: To Time Out or Not to Time Out? That is the Question.
Is time out a thing of the past? If it is, what now? Listen to Alison and Cindy to find out.
Mon, 27 Aug 2018 12:00:07 +0000
5: Childrens Emotions - How to Validate Their Feelings
Validating feelings and teaching emotional intelligence is new in this generation of parents. We weren't raised this way, but we can do it right. Listen for thought provoking info about dealing with the big emotions of small children.
Mon, 13 Aug 2018 12:00:06 +0000
4: Part 2 - Setting Boundaries for Young Children
Do you have trouble setting boundaries and having children understand rules? Cindy & Alison tackle this topic in 2 episodes of the podcast.
Mon, 30 Jul 2018 12:00:07 +0000
3: Part 1 Setting Boundaries for Young Children
Do you have trouble setting boundaries and having children understand rules? Cindy & Alison tackle this topic in 2 episodes of the podcast.
Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:00:06 +0000
2: Separation Anxiety
Separation Anxiety is tough on children and families. Listen for information about how to teach children to separate and trust.
Mon, 02 Jul 2018 12:00:07 +0000
1: Modeling Literacy Skills for Young Children
Do you want young children to embrace reading and writing? Listen to expert tips about how to model literacy skills for the early learners in your life.
Thu, 28 Jun 2018 15:28:54 +0000
