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Early Childhood Chatter

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Welcome to The Early Childhood Chatter Podcast, the space for quick, meaningful conversations that connect to big ideas in early learning! Hosted by Dr. Stephanie Heald and Dr. Tisha Shipley, this lively podcast delivers bursts of inspiration for professionals, educators, parents, and anyone passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children. With a mix of strategies, real-world tips, and heart-centered topics, each episode leaves you with something you can use right away. This is your go-to for joyful, practical, and powerful insights into the world of early education!
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Episodes

67 - The Power of Play with Music

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, 202318 minSeason 3Ep. 67

66 - Helping Your “Not-so-Typical” Learner in Early Childhood

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, 202314 minSeason 3Ep. 66

65 - Why is Lesson Planning Critical for Student Learning?

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, 202316 minSeason 3Ep. 65

62 - Essential Messages (Grieving) Children Need from Adults

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, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 62

61 - How to Give Young Children the Gift of Good Grief

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, 202219 minSeason 3Ep. 61

59 - Get Up and Get Movin'

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, 202216 minSeason 3Ep. 59

58 - Family Relationship Bridge

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, 202213 minSeason 3Ep. 51

57 - The First 2000 Days

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, 202211 minSeason 3Ep. 57

56 - Moving Education Forward

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, 20229 minSeason 3Ep. 56

55 - STEM in the Classroom

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, 202212 minSeason 3Ep. 55

54 - Education During the Pandemic

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, 202211 minSeason 3Ep. 54

53 - Developmentally Appropriate Practices

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, 202219 minSeason 3Ep. 53

52 - Communication Doesn’t Have to Occur with Words

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, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 52

51 - The Importance of Parental Support

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, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 52

50 - Becoming an Advocate for a Child with Special Needs

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, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 50

49 - Using Positive Discipline to Guide Desired Behaviors

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, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 50

48 - Children’s View from the Classroom Door

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, 202215 minSeason 2Ep. 48

47 - Creating Zen Rooms

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, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 47

45 - Stop, Drop, & Roll - Supporting Our New Teachers

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, 202210 minSeason 2Ep. 45

44 - Critical Reflection and Belonging

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, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 44

43 - Putting the Reality in Relationships

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, 202218 minSeason 2Ep. 43

42 - Bitter & Trapped: Supporting the Skipped Generation Family

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, 202213 minSeason 2Ep. 42

41 - Courageous Conversations in the Preschool Classroom

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, 202214 minSeason 2Ep. 41

40 - The Role of the Nanny in the Home Setting

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, 202217 minSeason 2Ep. 40

39 - It’s all about Social Emotional Learning!

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, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 39
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