Early Childhood Chatter

Dr. JaNay Brown-Woods inspires us to share diverse books with young readers! If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Cynthia Burnett explains what an early childhood Tinker Lab is and the benefits for our youngest learners! Check out her website for some great resources and future opportunities. http://www.purposefulplaytraining.com/ If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Tonya Hayes discusses why the brain loves sign language and why you should be using it more to support children learning expressive language! https://sproutpeds.com/resources-for-families/ If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Jada McGlothin shares practical strategies that can be used at home to help children with autism. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Nick Young, early childhood music and movement specialist, shares ways we can get children involved in music and movement at home and in school. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Diane Salazar shares inspirational ways to connect and build, creative, relaxing, and positive relationships with your children over the summer without using screen time. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Dr. Toni Sturdivant discusses how early childhood educators can foster positive identity development in early childhood education. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Maxwell Roach is the Founder of JonAyves Learning Club, a forward-thinking tutoring service, and a serial entrepreneur who values the need to "fill the industry gaps" by way of disruption and modern solutions. He shares the importance of 1-on-1 time with children. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Norda Lewis shares some ways educators and families can help guide children toward desired behaviors in their environment.   If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Paula Walshe shares ways to develop and maintain a community of practice and profession in ECE.  If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Natalie Royer shares how to let children BE! If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Cindy Terebush shares some ways to make the most out of circle time in the ECE classroom! If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Dr. Jessica Thompson shares how educators can collaborate with librarians to make the library more than just a place for checking out books! If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Robyn Papworth shares several ways educators can improve children's motor skills with just a piece of paper and masking tape. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Dr. Heidi Harris shares how teaching can be fun, engaging, and filled with so many fun activities! If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Dr. Amanda Andrews shares how to handle change. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Cynthia Hill shares that encouraging children to explore the outdoors and spark their curiosity is key to getting them involved in nature. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Nan Arkwright and Joe Bauman share how educators support a child's well-being through occupational therapy. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Nick Young inspires us by sharing many ways to incorporate music into the ECE Environment.  If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Valeria Fontanals discusses strategies to support "not-so-typical" learners in optimizing their learning for success in school and life. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Michelle Schwab explains the importance of lesson plans and highlights the key components that make them effective. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Donna Toole talks about the teacher's mental wellness and how to help children’s social-emotional needs.

Candra Morris describes how to build a village for academic success. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.

Michele Benyo explains why when young children experience loss, well-meaning adults often make the mistake of trying to protect children from the painful truth of grief. Adults may say things like, “It’ll be okay,” when the child can clearly see it is not okay. When adults don’t talk about the loss or share their own feelings, they are leaving the child alone to experience a confusing situation an...

In this episode, Michele Benyo shares a heart tugging story and explains how we can help children understand grief. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.