Falling for Learning Podcast

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of engaging in screen-free family activities during holidays to build bonds and teach children about culture. She shares personal experiences, such as playing spades and dominoes, cracking nuts, and cooking together. Flenaugh emphasizes the value of cleaning together while sharing music, teaching kids to appreciate family traditions, and involv...

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Send us Fan Mail Perfectionism is Fear TD Flenaugh discusses the detrimental effects of perfectionism in children, emphasizing its roots in fear of rejection and inadequacy. Perfectionism can lead to procrastination and hinder children's ability to achieve their dreams. Flenaugh advocates for a growth mindset, where mistakes are seen as learning opportunities, and encourages parents to model their...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of teaching teens to handle disagreements productively, emphasizing respect, empathy, and clear communication. Key strategies include understanding friends' personalities, avoiding public arguments, and advocating for changes respectfully. For conflicts with authority figures, private discussions are recommended. Flenaugh highlights the need fo...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh and Tauanja Kittrell, STEM professional and educator, discuss strategies for encouraging children to pursue science and technology careers. Kittrell, with a background in fire services and forensics, emphasizes the importance of practical applications of science in everyday life, such as understanding clothing materials and their impact on health. She suggests activiti...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of parents guiding their teenagers on dating and relationships. She emphasizes that children will receive advice from someone, either from trusted adults or peers, and stresses the need for parents to be that source. Flenaugh highlights the dangers of not being involved, such as children seeking advice from untrustworthy sources and engaging in...

Send us Fan Mail Purchase the books The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method and The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method Workbook by TD Flenaugh to help children improve their writing skills Get Rooted in Joy by Deonna Smith Register for the With Different Eyes Conference hosted by the UCLA Writing Project!   TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of early career exploration for children, emphasizing that it should start by age...

Send us Fan Mail Purchase the books "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method" and "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method Workbook" by TD Flenaugh to help children improve their writing skills. Get Rooted in Joy by Deonna Smith Register for the "With Different Eyes" Conference hosted by the UCLA Writing Project, where TD Flenaugh will be a presenter and host a book signing. TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of teaching c...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of supporting children's learning journeys without shaming them for not knowing something. She emphasizes the need for patience, positive reinforcement, and recognizing children's efforts. Flenaugh highlights the issue of labeling and over-referring black and brown children to special education, urging parents to seek help when their children a...

Send us Fan Mail Thanks for watching! PLEASE LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! Be sure to get your book set of the R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method and Workbook at https://fallingforlearning.com! In this episode of Falling for Learning Podcast, TD Flenaugh discusses a parent's concern about their children's school, highlighting issues such as lack of teacher assistants, small classrooms, and low school ratings. Flenaugh a...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 65 Falling for Learning Podcast Please subscribe to our YouTube channel and listen to Falling for Learning Podcast on Apple Podcasts (or your preferred podcast platform)! Episode 65 of Falling for Learning Podcast features Dr. Deonna Smith, a veteran educator and author. Dr. Smith discusses the importance of fostering joy in learning. She emphasizes the value of inquiry-ba...

Send us Fan Mail Get your copy of the book set - The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method & The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method Workbook by T.D. Flenaugh. Get your copies today https://a.co/d/9YUS1T5 . In episode 64 of Falling for Learning Podcast, host T.D. Flenaugh focuses on the importance of holistic safety for teens and tweens. The discussion centers around teaching young people to advocate for themselves and oth...

Send us Fan Mail Remember to purchase The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method book set !  Parents, are you feeling overwhelmed trying to keep your teens and tweens on track for learning and success? Don’t do it alone! Join your host, T.D. Flenaugh, in this episode as we explore how collaboration among parents can exponentially increase the positive impact on our children’s growth. From creating shared education...

Send us Fan Mail TD Flenaugh emphasizes the importance of reading 15 minutes daily with children to foster their dreams and goals. She outlines a three-step process: setting the stage for reading, ensuring consistent daily reading, and documenting progress. The environment should be free from distractions, and reading material can be varied, including comics and graphic novels. Parents should enga...

Send us Fan Mail Follow Nia on Instagram and get your hair DID by the silk press queen herself!  Contact her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yesby.yaya/. TD Flenaugh celebrates her daughter Nia's 27th birthday, reflecting on her birth story and her own experiences as a 4th generation teenage parent. Nia, an eight-pound, two-ounce baby born via cesarean section at Grady Memorial Hospital in...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast, host TD Flenaugh welcomes the insightful Dr. Nicole Monteiro, a licensed clinical psychologist, professor, and author, to discuss the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on children’s development and well-being. Dr. Monteiro shares her expertise on how parents can recognize and address these challenges to...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast , we dive into understanding introverted personality types with special guest Antonia Allen, author of Unlocking the Introvert . Antonia shares her personal experiences growing up as an introvert and offers valuable advice for parents of middle and high school students. Discover how understanding your child’s personali...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Alexis Guy, a dedicated math teacher and founder of Elevated Numbers, a tutoring service designed to enhance math proficiency in tweens and teens. In this engaging conversation, Alexis shares her personal journey with math, overcoming early reading challenges, and discovering a love for numbers. Alexis delves into her educatio...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling Falling for Learning Podcast episode, our insightful host T.D. Flenaugh engages in a transformative conversation with Latoya Nichole Stewart, a conscious parent coach and Putting Down the Belt author. Together, they delve into the profound shift from corporal punishment to thoughtful parenting centered on love and consequences. Buy the book - Putting Down the Be...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Falling for Learning Podcast called Igniting Curiosity: New Approaches to Get Teens Excited About Learning - Episode 56, T.D. Flenaugh dives into the core reasons why traditional schooling methods fail to engage teens and how innovative approaches can reignite their passion for learning. This episode is packed with actionable insights and practical strategies fo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Isaac Lockhart, a former inmate turned violence interventionist and facilitator of parent-child writing workshops. Isaac shares his transformative journey from incarceration to becoming an advocate for literacy, detailing how he helps children and parents improve their literacy skills and strengthen their relationships through collaborative storyt...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast, T.D. Flenaugh explores the critical skill of empathy and its significant impact on your child's future success. Join us as we delve into practical ways to build empathy in children, particularly those teens and tweens who might seem self-centered and struggle with social interaction. Don't forget to hit the subscribe...

Send us Fan Mail In the premiere episode of Season 2, Dr. Mallika Stubbs shares her inspirational journey from growing up in a low-performing school district in Cleveland to becoming a transformational educational leader.  Work with Dr. Stubbs:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecatalystgroup/ www.mallikastubbs.com Dr. Stubbs discusses the challenges faced in underperforming schools, the impact of co...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how travel can transform teens into global citizens by fostering cultural respect and experiential learning. Tune in to the Falling for Learning Podcast! Summary Welcome to the final episode of Season One of the Falling for Learning Podcast! In this milestone episode, we explore the transformative power of travel in enhancing the educational experience of teens and tweens...

Send us Fan Mail RESOURCES REFERENCED IN THE SHOW: American Career College Costs West Los Angeles College Medical Assisting Programs Medical Assistant Salaries In episode 51 of Falling for Learning Podcast, host TD Flenaugh explores the reasons why community colleges are a better choice for students than for-profit trade schools. As the graduation season ends, many students are uncertain about the...