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Vroom Dec 16, 2021

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In this episode Hannah and Rachel talk with Kandi and Patience from Child Care Aware about the importance healthy brain development of children ages 0-5. They work on a project called Vroom, which provides science based tips and tools to inspire families to turn shared everyday moments into brain building moments. The goal of Vroom is to share the science of early brain development in creative ways so all children have the chance to become thriving adults.
Mentioned in the show:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQNm4ASB7iY

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On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Kodo Kids Nov 18, 2021

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Join Hannah & Rachel as they chat with Diane Spahn, Director of Education, and Kasey Kile, Director of Professional Development, from Kodo Kids. Kodo Kids create innovative open-ending learning materials which act as tools for authentic play. Their mission is to design resources that impact learning and enhance the lives of children.
Mentioned During the Show:

Kodo Kids

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On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

The Hug Oct 07, 2021

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Tune in as Hannah and Rachel interview Sara Allen Taylor, Project Director with the Child Care Coordinating Council of the North Country, as they discus topics like consent, healthy sexual development in children, and gender identity within early childhood development.
Mentioned During the Show:

Jamie Is Jamie, A Book About Being Yourself and Playing Your Way By Afsaneh Moradian
Neither by Airlie Anderson

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

"Ready Confetti" Sep 16, 2021

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Listen to the gals chat with Jessica Orellana, Social-Emotional Development Educator at Brightside Up, about calming those back to school nerves, keeping a diverse and inclusive classroom environment and other wonderful tips and tricks for parents, providers and children during what can be an emotional transition to school. Jessica's thoughtful approach and perspective on school readiness is unique and extensive.

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

A Day In The Life: Why We Climb Jun 24, 2021

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Why are children so eager to climb? Tune in to listen to Kate and Lindsay as they discuss the drive to climb and how the desire behind climbing changes as we grow older.
Mentioned during the show |
Why Kids Climb! by: Sue Atkins
Home & Classroom Magazine | Vol. 1 Nature - Thrill of the Risk by Kate Smith
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Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted podcast about childhood. Have an idea or story to share? Email it to homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

The Meal Deal with Dana Youkilis Jun 10, 2021

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Listen to Dana Youkilis, MS, RDN, from the Child Care Council of Nassau talk with Hannah and Rachel about feeding preschoolers and creating positive meal time environments. Dana is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the Health and Nutrition Manager at the Child Care Council of Nassau and serves as the program manager for the Eat Well Play Hard in child care settings and Farm to Preschool initiatives.
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On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

A Day In The Life: Words Matter May 27, 2021

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Listen to Kate & Lindsay talk about the importance of words and why they matter. The words we choose to say, or how we say them can mean so much more than we think!
Mentioned during the show |
Creating Breastfeeding Friendly Communities (CBFD)
Home & Classroom Magazine | Vol. 5 Equity
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Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted podcast about childhood. Have an idea or story to share? Email it to homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

The Formula Mom (Mallory Whitmore) May 13, 2021

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Mallory Whitmore is the Formula Mom, breaking barriers and easing stress, eliminating guilt and making formula feeding parents feel confident. She is a certified infant feeding tech and founder of the Formula Mom, a website and Instagram platform with tons of useful tips, tricks, and education on infant feeding. Hannah and Rachel have a meaningful conversation with Mallory about how to choose what's right for your family for both babies' and parents' states of mind and overall mental and physical health. They tackle formula misinformation, feeding tips, and how parents can find support and education on their feeding journey.
Additional Resources:

You can find more information on formula feeding at theformulamom.com
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On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

A Day In The Life: Forts! Apr 22, 2021

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On this episode of A Day in the Life Podcast, Kate and Lindsay talk about all things forts! Tune in and listen as they share their personal stories about playing with forts and the magic behind the many ways forts can become anything you wish them to be!

Additional Resources:

For new fort inspiration, take a peek at Ikea’s fort building guidelines.

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Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted podcast about childhood. Have an idea or story to share? Email it to homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

Family Engagement with Heather Sweet Apr 08, 2021

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Listen in for an interview with Heather Sweet, Director of Professional Development at Brightside Up, as she talks with Hannah and Rachel about family engagement within child care and her passion behind it all.

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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts and Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.

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