Nan Arkwright and Joe Bauman share how educators support a child's well-being through occupational therapy. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Mar 01, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 68
Nick Young inspires us by sharing many ways to incorporate music into the ECE Environment. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Feb 15, 2023•18 min•Season 3Ep. 67
Valeria Fontanals discusses strategies to support "not-so-typical" learners in optimizing their learning for success in school and life. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Feb 01, 2023•14 min•Season 3Ep. 66
Michelle Schwab explains the importance of lesson plans and highlights the key components that make them effective. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jan 18, 2023•16 min•Season 3Ep. 65
Donna Toole talks about the teacher's mental wellness and how to help children’s social-emotional needs.
Jan 04, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 64
Candra Morris describes how to build a village for academic success. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Dec 21, 2022•11 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Michele Benyo explains why when young children experience loss, well-meaning adults often make the mistake of trying to protect children from the painful truth of grief. Adults may say things like, “It’ll be okay,” when the child can clearly see it is not okay. When adults don’t talk about the loss or share their own feelings, they are leaving the child alone to experience a confusing situation and emotions they don’t understand. In the midst of loss, children need simple, honest information acc...
Dec 07, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 62
In this episode, Michele Benyo shares a heart tugging story and explains how we can help children understand grief. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Nov 30, 2022•19 min•Season 3Ep. 61
In this episode, Jennifer Hawkins encourages listeners to help children get up and get physically active when learning. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Nov 02, 2022•16 min•Season 3Ep. 59
In this episode, Katie Wirz shares how to build and foster relationships in the classroom. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Oct 19, 2022•13 min•Season 3Ep. 51
In this episode, William Christmas highlights the importance of the first 2,000 days from birth to age five, explaining why these are the most critical years for a child’s brain development. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Oct 05, 2022•11 min•Season 3Ep. 57
In this episode, Jonathan Booth discusses how and why we need to move education forward. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Sep 21, 2022•9 min•Season 3Ep. 56
In this episode, Norda Lewis discusses how teachers can effectively incorporate STEM concepts into the early childhood classroom. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Sep 07, 2022•12 min•Season 3Ep. 55
In this episode, Jessica Horn discusses how we can continue to provide high-quality teaching and learning during this uncertain time in our society. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Aug 24, 2022•11 min•Season 3Ep. 54
In this episode, Dr. Frank Guevara explains the updated NAEYC’s DAP resource and the 3 core considerations. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Aug 10, 2022•19 min•Season 3Ep. 53
In this episode, Teressa Borrayo discusses the importance of functional communication in supporting young children’s development within early childhood settings. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jul 27, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 52
In this episode, Dr. Brooke Layton details how parental support can impact a child and teacher in the early years. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jul 13, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 52
In this episode, Amy Melton shares how she became an advocate for her son Myles, setting him up for success in the early childhood environment. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jun 29, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In this episode, Dr. Michelle Simecek explains positive discipline and shares how to use it to guide desired behaviors in the early childhood education environment. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jun 15, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In this episode, Dr. Sandra Duncan discusses how educators can create indoor and outdoor play space environments that are intentionally designed to connect young children to their early learning environments, communities, and neighborhoods. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jun 01, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 48
In this episode, April Jones describes how educators can turn environments into "Zen Spaces" for our community. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
May 18, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 47
In this episode, Dr. Emily Devor shares her research on engaging in college and career readiness conversations at the earliest ages in a developmentally appropriate way. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
May 04, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 46
In this episode, Maura Kelley shares ways to support and retain new teachers during this teacher shortage. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Apr 20, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 45
In this episode, Natalie Royer shares the ‘Belonging Enthusiast’ approach in critical reflection and belonging in early childhood education. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Apr 06, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 44
In this episode, Dr. Allison Rief discusses strategies for building positive partnerships and the realities involved in these relationships. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Mar 23, 2022•18 min•Season 2Ep. 43
In this episode, Dr. Tanya Mooney discusses how early childhood educators can support children who are adopted by grandparents. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Mar 09, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 42
In this episode, Dr. Teresa Handy, author of I Have an Elephant in My Ear , discusses how to initiate courageous conversations with young children. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Feb 23, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 41
In this episode, Candi Vajana, the 2017 International Nanny of the Year and a Newborn Care Specialist, discusses the role of a nanny in the home setting. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Feb 09, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Tom Limbert discusses the importance of social-emotional development and its crucial role for early childhood educators to understand. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
Jan 26, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Dr. Amanda Andrews shares several tools and resources that early childhood educators can use for personal and professional growth, as well as strategies on how to build an educational community. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu
Jan 12, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 38