Willow Kids Podcast

Host : Erin Harrigan - Early Childhood and Elementary Education Specialist. Credentials : Master’s Degree Education, Best Practices National University B.A. in Child and Adolescent Development, A.A. in Liberal Studies, A.A. in Behavioral Studies, PCM Certified Trainer (Process Communication Model). Guest: Danyel Kilgore - Educational Consultant Credentials: Master’s Degree Organizational Leadershi...

Host : Danyel Kilgore - Educational Consultant Credentials: Pacific Oaks College M.A., Organizational Leadership and Change Pitzer CollegeB.A., Psychology/Child Development UCLA Extension Extended Learning, Child Development Coursework Guest : Cedric Jones - Former Educator & Workforce Development Professional The Willow Kids podcast introduces the launch of a tutoring pilot program and delves...

Host: Katelynn Brown - Developmental Specialist: Master of Science, Child & Adolescent Development, Northcentral University — La Jolla, CA 2024 Bachelor of Arts, Psychology California State University Channel Islands — Camarillo, CA 2022 Guest: Sarah James - Early Childhood Education Specialist: American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — Special Education Credential 2025 American College...

Host: Sarah James - Early Childhood Education Specialist: American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — Special Education Credential American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — M.Ed Early Childhood Education Indiana University, Bloomington IN — BA Religious Studies with honors, Minor in Jewish studies Guest: Vivien Firta - Early Childhood Education Specialist and Parent Educator: Master of...

Host: Katelynn Brown - Developmental Specialist Guest: Erin Harrigan - Early Childhood and Elementary Education Specialist. The conversation explores the impact of ADHD on academic achievement and the challenges children with ADHD face in the classroom. It delves into the importance of finding the right school environment, the responsibility of schools and educators, and the support needed for par...

Host : Danyel Kilgore - Educational Consultant Guest : Sarah James - Early Childhood Education Specialist The Willow Kids podcast explores the topic of homeschooling, discussing the reasons why families consider homeschooling, the impact of homeschooling on family life, and the experiences of children with special educational needs. The conversation also delves into the shift in education due to t...

The conversation delves into the challenges of recognizing and nurturing giftedness in children, highlighting the limitations of traditional academic performance and standardized thinking. It explores the impact of the rush through nature of the education system, social anxiety, and peer pressure on the recognition of advanced potential. Additionally, it discusses the narrow definition of giftedne...

Host : Erin Harrigan - Early Childhood and Elementary Education Specialist. Guest Speaker: Jennie Egan - M.S.Ed. and DIRFloortime® Practitioner. The Willow Kids podcast introduces the tutoring pilot program and explores the impact of screen engagement on children's learning, emotional experiences, and behavior. It delves into the value of face-to-face interaction, signs of screen time replacing co...

Host : Kayla Porter, Music Inquiry & Behavior Specialist Guest Speaker: Danyel Kilgore, Educational Consultant The conversation explores the value of guided play and free play in early childhood education, emphasizing the importance of building a strong social-emotional foundation for successful learning. It also delves into the role of educators in facilitating guided play, the impact of soci...

Host: Mily Sharko, Educational Therapist & Early Childhood Educator Guest Speaker: Katelynn Brown, Developmental Specialist The conversation explores the impact of tutoring on early childhood education, highlighting the challenges children face in traditional classroom settings and the benefits of personalized support. It delves into the importance of early intervention, the impact of tutoring...

With host Samantha Aguilera and Participant Sarah James. The conversation explores the challenges children face in learning math and the role of hands-on tutoring, emotional regulation, and individualized learning in addressing these challenges. It emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive learning environment, understanding each child's unique learning style, and promoting thoug...

The conversation explores the impact of modern schedules and screens on children's friendship skills, emphasizing the role of adults in modeling social skills and the importance of everyday relationships in building social skills. It also discusses the consequences of insufficient social practice and highlights the significance of early relational health. The conversation delves into the crucial r...