Kids These Days Podcast

In today's episode, we talk about dual language learners: who they are and how to best support their learning experiences in our programs and classrooms!  To download the infographic for today’s episode, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-podcast-0   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD)...

On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, we are wrapping up Season Two!!!   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.  The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. T...

On today's episode, we are talking about Trauma-informed Care Practices and Principles. This is Part 4, in our four-part series on Trauma, Toxic Stress, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACESs), Resilience and Trauma-informed Care Practices and Principles. Please take care of YOU as you listen and be sure to check out all the resources referenced during this episode below.  Checklist of Early Ch...

On today's episode, we are talking about Resilience. This is Part 3, in our four-part series on Trauma, Toxic Stress, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACESs), Resilience and Trauma-informed Care Practices and Principles. Please take care of YOU as you listen and be sure to check out all the resources referenced during this episode below.  VIRTUAL KIT – Understanding and Embracing Your Stress Th...

¿Como enseñamos la empatia? ¿Que hacemos con el comportamiento dificil? Vamos a hablar sobre como ayudarles a los niños a comprender emociones y ayudarles a nombrar lo que sienten. Hablamos sobre el comportamiento y como este es una manera en que los niños se comunican.  “Kids These Days” o Niños Estos Días, es una co-production entre KCCTO-KITS Red de Especialistas en Infancia y Niñez (ITSN por s...

On today's episode, we are talking about Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This is Part 2, in our four-part series on Trauma, Toxic Stress, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACESs), Resilience and Trauma-informed Care Practices and Principles. Please take care of YOU as you listen and be sure to check out all the resources referenced during this episode below. To complete the Adve...

On today's episode,  Stephanie talks about a common phrase we say to children: “you’re ok.” But, she spins it differently.  If they’re expressing these emotions, are they actually ok?  She discusses moving from general attempts at reassurance to validation and support in regulation through those emotions.    Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Networ...

On today's episode, we are talking about Brain Architecture and Toxic Stress. This is Part 1, in our four-part series on Trauma, Toxic Stress, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACESs), Resilience and Trauma-informed Care Practices and Principles. Please take care of YOU as you listen and be sure to check out all the resources referenced during this episode below.  RESOURCES: Dr. Bruce Perry: htt...

On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, we are welcoming Haney to her first ever UNSCRIPTED episode! We’re also checking in with Ruddy to get the real-real on life with TWO littles!    Podcasts referenced in today’s episode:  How Preschool Teachers Do It: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoit/ Train Like You Listen: https://trainlikeachampion.blog/train-like-you-listen-ld-podcast/    Kids...

On today's episode, Stephanie Haney joins us with her DEBUT episode where she talks about BIG questions for LITTLE children! Open-ended questioning supports reflection, gets them to think critically, and increases self-control over time. Not only does it get them to talking, it gets them to THINK CRITICALLY.  This type of processing- where they have to actually think about what they are going...

¿Qué haces cuando te enojas? ¿Como sientes tu felicidad? Cuando estas triste ¿como lidias con tus sentimientos? En nuestro primer episodio del podcast en español, hablaremos de las emociones. Si, las emociones cursi pero ¡muy importantes!  Vamos a hablar de emociones grandes hoy. Escucha, procesa y toma un descanso si es necesario.  Para aprender sobre las etapas de desarrollo de niños (en español...

On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, we are talking about some new and exciting things that will be happening on the podcast! As well as, a little talk about resilience, the state of the childcare workforce, and having your co-worker’s back. And most importantly – wishing a VERY HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY to RIO!!!! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITS...

On today's episode, we are wrapping up our conversation with Frances Carlson, author of, “Big Body Play: Why Boisterous, Vigorous, and Very Physical Play is Essential to Children’s Development and Learning”, around the topic of Big Body Play and Consent. Today’s episode is part four in the Big Body Play series.   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist N...

On today's episode, we are covering some tips to implementing Big Body Play into your program. Today’s episode is part three is the Big Body Play series and relies heavily on the book “Big Body Play: Why Boisterous, Vigorous, and Very Physical Play is Essential to Children’s Development and Learning” by Frances Carlson.  KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT KANSAS LAWS AND REGULATIONS...

On today's episode, we are speaking with Frances Carlson, author of "Big Body Play - Why Boisterous, Vigorous, and Very Physical Play Is Essential to Children's Development and Learning"!   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.  The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Networ...

Due to technical difficulties - On today's episode, we are talking about why children tattle and how to handle it in a developmentally appropriate way.   To download the infographic for today’s episode, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-podcast-0   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD)...

On today's episode, we are covering the BASICS of Big Body Play (What it is and why it is important!) in preparation for our interview with Frances Carlson – the author of the book “Big Body Play: Why Boisterous, Vigorous, and Very Physical Play is Essential to Children’s Development and Learning” Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) an...

On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, we are wishing our podcast a HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY!!!  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.  The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Instit...

On today's episode, we are talking about resources you can start using TODAY to implement STEM into your home or program! Links to Resources discussed in today’s episode: ITSN Pinterest page: Nature & Science ITSN Pinterest page: Shapes, Counting, & Other Concepts to Explore ITSN Pinterest page: Block Play KCCTO Pinterest page: Science and Math Discoveries KCCTO Pinterest page: Block...

On today's episode, we are breaking down the components of STEM! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math!   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.  The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the universit...

On today's episode, we are talking about resources you can use TODAY to implement music into your program! RESOURCES discussed today: ITSN Pinterest page: Music & Movement KCCTO Pinterest page: Music to Our Ears U.S. Department of Education - Talk, Read, and Sing! The Learning Groove Greg & Steve Yogapalooza   Koo Koo Kanga Roo - Pop See Ko Kindermusik Genius of Play (Play Ideas &...

On today's episode, Ruddy talks with Sherron Fields about Kindermusik!   Check out the Kindermusik website for more information and for classes near you!   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training O...

On today's episode, we are talking about MUSIC and it’s power as the Ultimate WHOLE-BODY Teaching Tool! Zero to Three article referenced in this episode: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/1514-beyond-twinkle-twinkle-using-music-with-infants-and-toddlers     Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) p...

On today's episode, we are going to take a deeper dive into the concept of TEAM. What does it mean – what does it look like – how to start applying it!    To download the infographic for this show, please click here: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-podcast-0 To learn more about developmental milestones, please visit: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/index.html Kids These Days is a co-pro...

On today's episode, we are talking about the practice of turn taking, instead of sharing, with young children. To download the infographic for today’s episode, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-podcast-0 RESOURCES FOR TODAY'S EPISODE:  Brogle, B., Jiron, A., & Giacomini, J. (2018). How to Help Your Child Learn to Share. Retrieved from https://challengingbehavior.cbcs.us...