On-Line Training Preference Survey
CCBAG_0741 Strategic Planning
Samantha and Jeff chat about strategic planning, a possibly boring process that’s a valuable tool for making change and staying on mission.
CCBAG_0743 Ms Debbie With Listeners Via Zoom Part 2
Ms Debbie is back to share more of her wisdom, field questions from listeners, and make Jeff uncomfortable.
Some Thoughts Concerning Education | Quote 03066
…the fittest time for children to learn any thing is, when their minds are in tune, and well disposed to it; when neither flagging of spirit, nor intentness of thought upon something else, makes them awkward and averse…
The Snowman Shuffle
Spin like a snowflake, swoosh like the wind, and shuffle like a snowman in this interactive board book that is sure to chase away winter blues. The rhyming text and fun instruction will delight both adults and children.
The Importance Of Being Little | Quote 03065
In one study, researchers manipulated the amount of clutter on the walls of a laboratory classroom where kindergartners were taught a series of science lessons. As the visual distraction increased, the children’s ability to focus, stay on task, and learn new information decreased. One can only imagine how this paraphernalia affects emotions. But in the early childhood education world, the clutter passes for quality.
NERD_0218 Absolutes In Early Childhood
Author Francis Wardle drops by to discuss his article “Unpacking Developmentally Appropriate Practice” and the need for accepting some absolutes in early care and education.
NERD_0216 Can Of Worms Part 2
Heather’s conversation about the book Can of Worms: Fearless Conversations with Toddlers continues with Richard Cohen and Mike Huber.
Nursery Rhymes | Whether the weather
Whether the weather be fine, Or whether the weather be not, Whether the weather be cold, Or whether the weather be hot, We’ll weather the weather Whatever the weather, Whether we like it or not!
The Homework Myth | Quote 03064
…there is no research to support the belief that homework helps students to develop any of the characteristics that appear under the heading of work habits.
American Homeschooling Goes Boom
Meet the parents yanking their children — some five million of them — from schools that they say aren’t working.
These 5 Signs Can Tell You If You Need More Sleep
Just being tired isn’t the only sign that you’re experiencing sleep loss. Sleep deprivation can affect the entire body, so if you have any of the following symptoms, you probably need more sleep.
TNT_0047 Children’s Weight Part 1
In this episode, we talk about children’s weight in relation to development and health.