This episode's readings: - 'I Like School' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Deuteronomy 6:1-9, 20-21 - 'Sleepyhead' by Paul L. Kennedy Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to p...
Sep 25, 2023•11 min
The first few weeks of school have flown by and with that might be some NEW challenges. Here are some tips for navigating these with your child! The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildp...
Sep 18, 2023•13 min
This episode's readings: - 'The In Between Time' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Matthew 28:18-20 - 'A Summer Morning' by Rachel Field Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to ...
Sep 11, 2023•7 min
School has begun! Yay! How can we start the year off on the right foot by Creating Order and Nurturing Confidence in our child? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly upd...
Aug 28, 2023•21 min
This episode's readings: - 'Two Orphaned Kittens' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Psalm 8 - 'The Kitten at Play' by William Wordsworth Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to ...
Aug 21, 2023•10 min
Reggio Emilia is focused on natural spaces, materials, and light, as well as an emphasis on curiosity and provocation. In this episode we discuss practical ways to bring this approach into the home. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodc...
Aug 14, 2023•26 min
This episode's readings: - 'To My Father' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Hebrews 11:1-3 - 'Your Catfish Friend' by Richard Brautigan Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to p...
Aug 07, 2023•7 min
OUR FIRST INTERVIEW!! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Debbie Mays of Early Childhood Solutions who has revolutionized childcare not only for the NWA area, but for the state of Arkansas as well. In this episode you will learn what 'High Quality CHILDcare' looks like. You can learn more about Debby's work by checking out www.earlychildhoodsolutions.net The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents ...
Jul 31, 2023•33 min
This episode's readings: - 'Water' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Mark 4:35-41 - 'The Fountain' by James Russell Lowe Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent well. Fol...
Jul 24, 2023•10 min
Rewards and Punishments...are they beneficial for children in the long run? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly updates and quick tips. Check out our website for more ...
Jul 17, 2023•25 min
This episode's readings: - 'Adventure Awaits' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Proverbs 3:1-6 - 'Summer in the South' by Paul Laurence Dunbar Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they ne...
Jul 10, 2023•10 min
We've talked, in past episodes, about viewing consequences as teaching moments. In this episode, we continue with that perspective by adding on the skill of problem solving to your child and family. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodc...
Jun 26, 2023•16 min
This episode's readings: - 'Our Big Backyard' by Diane Doucet Matthews - 'The Story of Goliath' by Kenneth Taylor - 'Life is a Journey' by Catherine Pulsifer Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complimentary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills...
Jun 19, 2023•9 min
School has ended, summer has started, and many parents are dealing with the reality of moving to a new city. How can help your child savor the fond memories before moving away (and possibly take some with them)? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themin...
Jun 12, 2023•8 min
This episode's readings: - 'I Saw the Clouds' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - 1 John 1:1-4 - 'Clouds' by Frank Dempster Sherman Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent ...
Jun 05, 2023•7 min
Timeout has been used for many years, BUT is it even effective for young children? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly updates and quick tips. Check out our website fo...
May 29, 2023•16 min
This episode's readings: - 'My Clubhouse' by Diane Doucet Matthews - John 14:1-7 - 'Old Mother Goose' by Marjorie Ainsborough Decker Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complimentary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need ...
May 22, 2023•7 min
Sources: 1) Associations Between Screen-Based Media Use and Brain White Matter Integrity in Preschool-Aged Children 2) MRIs show screen time linked to lower brain development in preschoolers 3) What Do We Really Know About Kids and Screens? 'Screen Time' is at an all 'time' high for children under 8 years of age (and rising). What are the dangers of giving our children too much screen time and what are some healthy alternatives? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, i...
May 15, 2023•19 min
This episode's readings: - 'Spring Beauties' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - James 1:17 - Romans 1:19-20a - 'The Beautiful Spring' by George Cooper Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complimentary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources ...
May 08, 2023•7 min
When we hear the word 'consequences' it typically translates into 'punishment.' Specifically: "how can I punish my child so that they can learn their lesson?" Here's our challenge for how to view consequences a little bit differently. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd...
May 01, 2023•21 min
This episode's readings: - 'My Backyard' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Genesis 6-9 from 'The Bible and Pictures for Little Eyes' by Kenneth Taylor - 'Little Tommy Tittle Mouse' from 'The Christian Mother Goose' by Marjorie Ainsborough Decker Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complimentary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellec...
Apr 24, 2023•13 min
How you teach your child to make choices goes a long way in how they interact with the world as they get older. It starts with how, as a parent or guardian, you are viewing healthy decision making for yourself. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themind...
Apr 17, 2023•18 min
This episode's readings: - 'Oh Tomorrow' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Jeremiah 29:11-13 - Romans 8:24-25 - 'Hope is the Thing with Feathers' by Emily Dickinson - Romans 15:13 Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. The Mind of a Child podcast explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent ...
Apr 10, 2023•9 min
It can be quite a shock to a parent when your child starts saying 'No' all the time. How should parents handle this? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly updates and qu...
Apr 03, 2023•13 min
This episode's readings: - 'In the Dark' by A.A. Milne - 'The Bible in Pictures' (Gen. 1:2-5) by Kenneth Taylor - 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star' by Jane Taylor Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. The Mind of a Child podcast explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent well. Inform...
Mar 27, 2023•7 min
There are multiple benefits, other than literacy, to using visual aids in your child's daily routine. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly updates and quick tips. Check...
Mar 20, 2023•16 min
This episode's readings: - 'The Song of Your Backyard' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Psalm 23 - Lamentations 3:22-23 - 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud' by William Wordsworth Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. The Mind of a Child podcast explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent well...
Mar 13, 2023•11 min
There are four parenting styles: Authoritarian, Permissive, Uninvolved, & Authoritative. We'll break down what each one looks like and how they effect the development of your child. The Mind of a Child podcast explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent well. Information specifically tailored for children 8 and under, BUT relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that yo...
Mar 06, 2023•14 min
The difference between Discipline and Relationship-based Discipline, and why one is better than the other. The Mind of a Child podcast explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent well. Information specifically tailored for children 8 and under, BUT relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @th...
Feb 27, 2023•25 min
This episode's readings: - 'Snowflakes' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Portions of the book of Hebrews - Portions of the book of Revelation - 'On Snow' by Jonathan Swift Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. The Mind of a Child podcast explores child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level and equips parents with the skills and resources they need to parent well. I...
Feb 20, 2023•11 min
