The ReadPlayTalk Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Amy Priour who is the Partner Development Coordinator for Ferst Readers. Ferst Readers wants every child to have the best start in life - and nothing helps a baby's brain develop more than exposure to rich language and loving interactions. This program allows for all children under the age of 5 in Dallas, Kaufman, Rockwall, and Collin counties to receive a free book e...

In this episode, we are talking with Vince Falsarella who is the Regional Marketing & Communications Director for Prime Healthcare about the Baby Book Bag program that is offered at Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite. Learn more about about the Baby Book Bag program at Dallas Regional Medical Center here:  https://www.facebook.com/story.php/?story_fbid=919498353549121&id=1000646689...

In this episode, we are talking with Alexander Helgar, President of the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, about the Read Play Talk Festival and Community Expo taking place on Saturday, October 26 at Town East Mall. We hope you will join us at the 2024 Read Play Talk Festival & Community Expo! The event will take place on Saturday, October 26 from 11:00am-2:00pm at Town East Mall.  *In the event of...

In this episode, Lindsay talks with Mesquite ISD Director of Library Services, Emma McDonald, and Mesquite ISD Coordinator of Library Systems, Lauren Jones, about the Little Readers Book Clubs that will be taking place on MISD elementary campuses this school year. Listen to previous episodes of the Read Play Talk Podcast with Emma McDonald Episode 16: 21 Million Pages Episode 33: Mesquite ISD Libr...

In this episode, we are talking with Thelma Fuentes who is the LENA Start Program Facilitator in Mesquite ISD about our fall LENA Start groups. LENA Start is a free parent education program for families with children under the age of three. Throughout 8-weekly sessions, families will learn how simply talking more with their child will help to build their brain and set them up for success in school...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay are talking with Jean Pricer, the PreK Facilitator for Mesquite ISD, about Mesquite ISD’s PreK program.

In this episode, Lindsay talks with Jessica Lucero and Stacy Holguin from the Balch Springs Public Library about summer activities at their library. Listeners will also hear ways that they Balch Springs Public Library connects with their community year-round.  Learn more about the Balch Springs Public Library by visiting their website and Facebook Page: BSPL Website: https://www.cityofbalchsprings...

In this episode, Lindsay talks with local author Angela Henderson Smith. Learn more about Angela on her website: www.angelahendersonsmith.com Check out Angela’s three books! Isaac’s Ice Cream Tree: Linked here Isaac and Izzy’s Tree House: Linked here Isaac and Izzy’s Magical Maples: Linked here Check out programs offered at the Mesquite Public Library and the Balch Springs Public Library. Link to...

In this episode, we are talking with Roxanna Rivera and Lisa Bueno, who are both parents of students in Mesquite ISD, about the impact that family engagement opportunities have had on their lives and in their families. Learn more about the Mesquite ISD Family Engagement Center at their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/misdfamily Follow Read Play Talk on social media for ideas to read, play,...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk about the 2024 Read Play Talk Fair that is scheduled for Saturday, March 23 from 9:00am-noon at Mesquite High School. We hope that you and your family will join us for our 6th annual Read Play Talk Fair! 2024 Read Play Talk Fair Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/348515771474832 Follow Read Play Talk on social media for ideas to read, play,...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay are talking with Mesquite ISD Behavioral Specialist Kelly Smith about the Five Love Languages of Children. Five Love Languages of Children by Dr. Gary Chapman: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Children-Secret-Effectively/dp/0802412858/ref=sr_1_1?crid=14ZAWTGZ7MESN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bdIC7nSVXVXwwF9F4ZinpC-yuOAqUSddQvG1b_XY4ucvwsaAbQHDzpYvAmhjopG6Lo2fPM9vWRS...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Cynthia Patiño about family and community engagement in Mesquite ISD. Learn more about the Family Engagement Center by calling 972-882-7771 or by checking out their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/misdfamily Follow Read Play Talk on social media for ideas to read, play, and talk together at home! Facebook: @ReadPlayTalk  Instagram: @ReadPlayTalk ...

In this episode, we are talking about the 2023 Read Play Talk Festival that is scheduled for Saturday, October 28 from 11:00am-2:00pm at Town East Mall. Chelsea Hogue, a Facilitator for MISD’s Career & Technical Education Department, joins us to share about a new component to this year’s event. We hope you’ll join us for this year’s Read Play Talk Festival! The event will be held on Saturday,...

In this episode, we are talking with Kate Sandersfeld who is the Shelter Coordinator at the Balch Springs Animal Shelter. Learn more about the Balch Springs Animal Shelter here: https://www.cityofbalchsprings.com/151/Animal-Services Learn more about Read Play Talk’s partnership with the Balch Springs Animal Shelter here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6trQAmeR1Q Follow Read Play Talk on social m...

In this episode, we are talking with Casey Allen, a Coordinator of Special Education in Mesquite ISD, about Child Find. Child Find refers to the federal requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that all children in need of special education services are identified, located and evaluated. Schools are responsible for conducting Child Find and identifying all IDEA-elig...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Amanda Carroll about how parents can support their child emotionally this summer. Amanda is the Coordinator for Elementary Guidance and 504 for Mesquite ISD.   Click here to learn more about the Hand Brain Model that Amanda describes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRmnVmELMn8   Raising Boys and Girls Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rai...

In this episode Jack and Lindsay talk with Mesquite ISD Early Literacy Specialist Alissa Tubbs about how parents can best support their child's reading this summer.  Follow ReadPlayTalk on social media for ideas on how to read, play, and talk together at home! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/readplaytalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readplaytalk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReadPlayTal...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Mesquite ISD Behavior Specialist Kelly Smith about how parents can best support their child's behavior this summer.  Check out Kelly on Episode 10 of the ReadPlayTalk Podcast where she talks more about Love & Logic. Listen here! Click here to learn more about Love & Logic. Follow ReadPlayTalk on social media for ideas on how to read, play, and ta...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Cynthia Garrison who is the Home-Based Program Manager for ChildCareGroup. ChildCareGroup is a ReadPlayTalk Community Partner and local non-profit whose mission is to champion a strong two-generation system that teaches children and parents, trains early childhood professionals, and assists families.  Click here to learn more about ChildCareGroup.  Click...

We hope that you’ll join us for the 5th annual ReadPlayTalk Fair! This is a free event for families to attend. Over 25 businesses and organizations will provide a game, activity, or craft for families when they attend their booth space.   Learn more about this year’s RPT Fair here: https://www.facebook.com/events/766342961772313 Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Credit Union of Texas, the firs...

In today’s episode, we are talking with MISD’s Director of Library Services, Emma Mcdonald, about the new MISD Library Share Card that is available for students this spring.  For more information on Mesquite ISD’s Library Services, click the link below: https://www.mesquiteisd.org/departments/library-services For more information on the Mesquite ISD Library Share Card, click the link below: https:...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Veronica Armendariz, an Instructional Coach at Porter Elementary School, about what LENA Start looks like on campuses in Mesquite ISD.    LENA Start is a free ten-week parent education program that teaches parents and caregivers how simply talking more with their child will help to develop the child’s brain and set them up for success.   Learn more about...

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay wrap up 2022 with a ReadPlayTalk Year in Review.

In this episode, Jack and Lindsay talk with Mindy Corkern from Whataburger of Mesquite on their support of ReadPlayTalk and their involvement in the Mesquite community in general.

In this episode, we are talking about the upcoming ReadPlayTalk Festival that is taking place on Saturday, October 29 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Town East Mall. Kids are invited to wear their costumes and "trick-or-treat" at the different vendor spaces. Bounce house wristbands will be available for $5 and come with a free coupon from Whataburger! We hope to see you there! Learn more at our event F...