How Preschool Teachers Do It

305: Children Plan for Play with Cindy and Alison Nov 18, 2024

If we use morning large group time to allow children to plan their time during free play, will they build more skills and allow us to better understand their creative thinking? Cindy and Alison discuss the benefits of children planning their time and how we can facilitate that.

304: Provocations vs Instructions in Early Education with Cindy and Alison Nov 11, 2024

Provocations challenge children to explore their interests in a deeper, meaningful, and self-directed way. Join Cindy and Alison to learn the difference between offering provocations and giving instructions and to get some ideas for providing provocations in your setting.

303: What is Cooking with Kids with Cindy and Alison Nov 04, 2024

You don't need a kitchen to cook with young children. Cooking activities should be done with early learners all the time! They build many skills, and it has great value; yet, people are hesitant to facilitate the experiences. Join Cindy and Alison to learn how this can be possible with all children, including those with allergies.

302: Sibling Rivalry and Individuality with Cindy and Alison Oct 28, 2024

Sibling rivalry is common and part of typical development for many children. Join Cindy and Alison to learn one of the main reasons for sibling rivalry (and it isn't always attention!).

301: Separate Training is Not Always Equal with Cindy and Alison Oct 21, 2024

There are reasons why early childhood staff members may be attending training with different facilitators or on different days. The same is true for families who watch information about raising children. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what to do because separate trainings aren't always equal.

300: 300 Episodes- A Surprise to Us All with Cindy and Alison Oct 14, 2024

Cindy and Alison discuss the inspiration behind the episodes in the podcast and how that can remind us all of the amazing early childhood education and parenting environment. Join them for a fun look back and a look forward!

299: Bring the Joy Back to Reading with Cindy and Alison Oct 07, 2024

There is evidence that children are not reading and not enjoying reading as much as in the past. You may think this is due to technology, not it is not! Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how to bring back joy for reading starting at the youngest age groups.

298: Yes, You Need Research-Based Standards with Cindy and Alison Sep 30, 2024

It can be challenging to shift our mindsets from relying on our experience with young children to relying on research-based standards and objectives. Cindy and Alison discuss why using research-based standards and objectives matters and how it can change our understandings of each child's development.

297: Least Restrictive Family Involvement with Cindy and Alison Sep 23, 2024

Should schools and early childhood programs have requirements for families that can limit their involvement in their children's early education experience? Cindy and Alison discuss our ethics and the restrictions that exist in some early childhood settings.

296: What Does All That Stand For? The ABCs of ECE with Cindy and Alison Sep 16, 2024

No one loves initials or acronyms more that people who work in early childhood education. CITE, NAEYC, ABC, LRE, and a whole list of others can confuse teachers and families. Join Cindy and Alison to learn some of the most commonly used abbreviations and acronyms in the world of early education.

295: The Impact of Ignoring with Cindy and Alison Sep 09, 2024

For generations, adults thought ignoring behaviors was the way to teach children and change their behavior. That might work in the short term, but what does ignoring do to the lasting psyche? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss what we know today about the impact of ignoring.

294: What ARE Sensory Experiences with Cindy and Alison Sep 02, 2024

"Sensory" is a hot and sometimes misused word when products are marketed to families and early childhood programs. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss experiences that are truly multi-sensory...and those that really are not.

293: The Dress Up and Spirit Day Nightmare with Cindy and Alison Aug 26, 2024

Dress Up and Spirit Days can be stressful for everyone involved. There has to be a better way to have community-building events! Join Cindy and Alison for a spirited discussion of Spirit and Dress Up Days as they consider the challenges they pose, especially for families, and what else we might consider doing.

292: Trying to Force Families in with Cindy and Alison Aug 19, 2024

Is your early childhood program trying to force families to attend events and meetings in person? Is this responsive to the needs of families? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about lessons lost and connections with families that may not suit their needs.

291: Don't Call It Best Practice with Cindy and Alison Aug 12, 2024

When we declare something to be "best practice," are we saying there is no other way to meet quality benchmarks? Join Cindy and Alison to consider that phrase and other ways we may want to talk about what we strive to do.

290: Compliance vs Social-Emotional Development with Cindy and Alison Aug 05, 2024

Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about adults' goals when they deal with challenging behavior. Are they looking for compliance? Can we teach social-emotional lessons if our goal is compliance?

289: Forced Buddies with Cindy and Alison Jul 29, 2024

Can you imagine being forced to interact with people you don't like? It happens to children! Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about whether or not we should be forcing buddies.

288: Where Are The Infant Toddler Credentials with Cindy and Alison Jul 22, 2024

The most rapid brain development takes place between birth and two years old; yet, infant-toddler staff may not have access to credentials to earn degrees in that age group. Will public schools eventually serve infants and toddlers? Will that cause society to focus more on education about that age group? Should private programs seek credentials for their staff? These questions and more with Cindy and Alison!

287: The Good Child with Cindy and Alison Jul 15, 2024

Is labeling someone as "the good child" always good for them? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the impact of this seemingly good label we often give to young children.

286: It's a Character Takeover with Cindy and Alison Jul 08, 2024

Early childhood classrooms should have visuals of diversity among human beings. Join us for a discussion about a common trend of using cartoon characters as classroom decorations instead of images of people. When characters replace images of people, what do children miss out on learning? Cindy and Alison talk about that question and more during this episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It."

285: The Ditch- Quotes from the Field Pt 2 with Cindy and Alison Jul 01, 2024

Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss another great quote from an early childhood education professional like you! This discussion focuses on a ditch many early childhood programs and schools can't seem to climb out of even though they may know they should.

284: What You Give - Quotes from the Field Pt 1 with Cindy and Alison Jun 24, 2024

Some of the best quotes come from early childhood education professionals working daily with educators, children, and families. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss a quote about what we should strive to give to children.

283: Indoor Activities in the Great Outdoors with Cindy and Alison Jun 17, 2024

It's almost summer! It is time to think about bringing the same activities we do indoors to the outdoors. Cindy and Alison discuss the possibilities for more choices when children play in your playground and outdoor areas.

282: Is Touch the Most Important Sense with Cindy and Alison Jun 10, 2024

If a child doesn't touch something, can they truly know it? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about touch and if it is, in fact, the most important of the five senses.

281: How to Motivate Young Children with Cindy and Alison Jun 03, 2024

Children need external motivation but we want them to also be internally or intrinsically motivated. Cindy and Alison discuss what children need to know to become more self-motivated about their own learning.

280: The Background Music Debate with Cindy and Alison May 27, 2024

Is background music helpful, or does it overstimulate children? Join Cindy and Alison for a lively debate about background music in early childhood classrooms.

279: Pronounciation Strategies with Cindy and Alison May 20, 2024

Do you know a child with a minor pronunciation challenge and/or who does not qualify for speech therapy? While nothing can replace a good speech therapist, there are strategies you can try in classrooms and at home. Join Cindy and Alison to learn strategies you can try, in addition to seeking appropriate therapy.

278: Strategies for Creating Belonging with Cindy and Alison May 13, 2024

Laying a solid foundation for a child's belief that they belong includes more than hanging family photos and having books about different cultures. Join Cindy and Alison for more strategies that you can implement.

277: Meet Anger with Love with Cindy and Alison May 06, 2024

Anger + Anger = More Anger, BUT Anger + Love reaps something else entirely. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the power of meeting children's anger with love. The more challenging the behavior, the more love the child needs!

276: Cameras for Classroom Scientists with Cindy and Alison Apr 29, 2024

What are ways children can use cameras to record science experiments and more? Add the classroom scientist, building inspector, and more to your classroom jobs while you support children's understanding of how to collect data. Join Cindy and Alison for this discussion inspired by one of our listeners!

275: Knowing Your Own Intelligences with Cindy and Alison Apr 22, 2024

Howard Gardner taught that there are multiple intelligences. His theory helps us to understand why and how to individualize our teaching, but have you ever taken a test of your intelligences? The results may surprise you. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how results can be unexpected and how they guide us as reflective teachers and families.

274: Stages of Empathy Development with Cindy and Alison Apr 15, 2024

Did you know that theorist Dr. Martin Hoffman identified four Stages of Empathy Development? Empathy might be most apparent to us among older children, but there are stages of development that we can support in the early childhood years. Join Cindy and Alison - together in one room for the first time on this podcast - for an explanation of how children develop empathy and what we can do to help them.

273: The Purpose of Small Group Learning with Cindy and Alison Apr 08, 2024

For too long, the focus of working with small groups of early learners was the production of crafts. Small group time supports deeper learning than creating a product. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about small groups and how they should be planned.

272: Stop Putting Square Pegs into Round Holes with Cindy and Alison Apr 01, 2024

Why are we trying to get infants, toddlers, and two to do things that are not age or developmentally-appropriate for them? Why do we do that with older children who are not yet ready? Stop trying to put square pegs in round holes. You don't have to spend valuable learning time trying to herd cats! Join Cindy and Alison for an episode that could empower you to spend your time with children in better ways.

271: When Is It Time for Team Sports with Cindy and Alison Mar 25, 2024

The ages at which children can be enrolled in team sports seem to get younger and younger all the time, but are they ready for it? In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss the recommendations and reasons for appropriate ages to start team sports.

270: The Three Types of Play with Cindy and Alison Mar 18, 2024

Did you know there are three types of play that children should experience each day? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how to include spontaneous, guided, and teacher/adult-directed play in each early learner's day.

269: Are You Overstepping with CIndy and Alison Mar 11, 2024

Do the children really need your help, or should we let them try for longer? Do we step in, or should we let them figure it out? Cindy and Alison discuss these questions and more as they ponder when to step into children's activities and attempts at independence.

268: When They Miss Home with Cindy and Alison Mar 04, 2024

We are living in a digital era, which has benefits and pitfalls. One benefit is the way it can connect people. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about using all of our resources to help children who miss home for any reason.

267: The Benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Education with Cindy and Alison Feb 26, 2024

While AI software is new and somewhat scary, it is possible that artificial intelligence can be used to help early childhood teachers, children, and families. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how AI can be used to benefit you.

266: Rough Landings with Cindy and Alison Feb 19, 2024

Returning to an early childhood program can be rough after a fun weekend, long weekend, or extended break. Cindy and Alison discuss that rough landing and ways we may be able to help children re-adapt to our daily routines and experiences.

265: What Inclusion Looks Like with Cindy and Alison Feb 12, 2024

Early childhood programs can implement policies and practices of inclusion of all children. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what it means to have an inclusive environment and how we can support that for early learners.

264: The Foundation is in the Math with Cindy and Alison Feb 05, 2024

Recent studies show that math is the key to foundational skills for young children, yet the emphasis has almost solely been on literacy skills. Join Cindy and Alison for more information about the role of math skills and what we need to do to build that math-based foundation for children.

263: The Value of Money with Cindy and Alison Jan 29, 2024

Ideas about money, its value, and spending it begin in early childhood. Cindy and Alison discuss ways to help young children understand the value of money in early childhood programs and at home.

262: Weather Keeping You In with Cindy and Alison Jan 22, 2024

If the weather is keeping you in, how are you offering the children opportunities to have vital gross motor time? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what can be done when weather or air quality prevents outdoor time.

261: Does Your Admin Know Early Ed with Cindy and Alison Jan 15, 2024

Even with all we know about the importance of early education, private and publicly funded early education programs may be under the supervision of people without education about our youngest learners. Join Cindy and Alison for a frank discussion about this issue and learn what you can do to stand for what young children need in their early education setting.

260: Co-Designing with Cindy and Alison Jan 08, 2024

What if children helped us design early childhood spaces by providing insights, feedback, and clues about what draws them in? Children of all ages can tell us or show us what works and does not in their environment. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about staying within the parameters of the Environmental Rating Scales and responding to children's interests, thoughts, and ideas for their own early learning space.

259: Choices, Breaks, and Stuff with Cindy and Alison Dec 18, 2023

Join Cindy and Alison as they take their own advice (some of which they have been giving you for years!).

258: Why STEM Became STEAM with Cindy and Alison Dec 11, 2023

Remember when early childhood programs focused on including STEM activities, and then all of a sudden, the acronym became STEAM? Join Cindy and Alison to learn why Art belongs with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

257: Proud of the Little Things with Cindy and Alison Dec 04, 2023

Adults often express pride and teach children about being proud when big things happen. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about teaching children to be proud of the little things, too!

256: Being Music Makers with Cindy and Alison Nov 27, 2023

Just like children are makers of art and creators of dramatic play scenes, they should be given the chance to be music makers! Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how to help children access the creative outlet of music and movement.

255: Being Storytellers with Cindy and Alison Nov 20, 2023

Telling stories builds children's comprehension, language, social skills, and more. Join Cindy and Alison for food for thought about storytelling and encouraging stories in addition to reading books.

254: Should We Say "Brain Break" with Cindy and Alison Nov 13, 2023

Is moving around actually a break for the brain? Are we putting too much emphasis on what children do at tables instead of when they are moving around? Join Cindy and Alison as they answer these questions and more!

253: Weather! It's Cold or Rainy or Snowy with Cindy and Alison Nov 06, 2023

It always benefits children (and adults) to go outside and get fresh air. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about going outside in almost all weather and how we can make that possible.

252: Anxiety or ADHD? with Cindy and Alison Oct 30, 2023

Anxiety and ADHD can manifest themselves in very similar ways. Cindy and Alison discuss this similarity as another reason to let go of assumptions about young children.

251: Body Budget and Behavior with Cindy and Alison Oct 23, 2023

Did you know that we all have a body budget? We need an amount of everything that fuels the body, and when that budget is off balance, our behavior can suffer. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how this impacts the behavior of early learners.

250: Halloween or Not with Cindy and Alison Oct 16, 2023

How did Halloween end up being celebrated in educational settings? What do we do about that with today's knowledge about the importance of cultural responsiveness, respect, and belonging? Join Cindy and Alison to ponder these questions and more.

249: Is Ignoring Okay with Cindy and Alison Oct 09, 2023

Have you tried to extinguish behavior by ignoring it? We were told to do that for generations. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss what we now know about the impact of planned ignoring on young children and on your relationship with them.

248: Healthy Sexuality in Early Childhood Part 2 with Cindy and Alison Oct 02, 2023

Cindy and Alison continue the topic of healthy sexuality in early childhood by discussing what we need to teach young children about safe and unsafe touches, protecting themselves, and more.

247: Healthy Sexuality in Early Childhood Part 1 with Cindy and Alison Sep 25, 2023

Young children are curious not only about the world around them but also about themselves. Human sexual development begins in infancy with everyday actions we may observe. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about what is common for early learners and Part 1 of how we can and should react.

246: The Value of Field Trips with Cindy and Alison Sep 18, 2023

Field trips stopped when the pandemic began. Some programs have never allowed them. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about the value of field trips and how they help children to build skills. Help us bring field trips back and to all early learners!

245: Are Your Books Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors with Cindy and Alison Sep 11, 2023

Did you know your classroom books should be mirrors, windows, and sliding doors? Join Cindy and Alison to learn what this means and what to look for in your classroom and school libraries.

244: The School Staff Changed! with Cindy and Alison Sep 04, 2023

When families discover that their child's teacher or the administration has changed, panic can set in. Join Cindy and Alison to discuss why this change can be good, what it can teach children, and how professionals might prevent that reaction from families.

243: Observational vs Tech Game Assessments with Cindy and Alison Aug 28, 2023

Did you know that there are game-based assessments that could take the bias out of determining children's learning and progress? Join Cindy and Alison for a frank discussion about this new way of monitoring children's skills and how it might replace or complement what we are doing now.

242: Surviving Your First Year or Any Year Really with Cindy and Alison Aug 21, 2023

Join Cindy and Alison to hear some tips for first-year teachers that can really work for anyone heading into a new school year. Listen and share with the first-year teachers in your life!

241: Small Teaching with Cindy and Alison Aug 14, 2023

Have you heard of small teaching? Are you already doing this but didn't know? Cindy and Alison discuss this method for planning and introducing topics to young children.

240: Can We Teach Believing in Nice with Cindy and Alison Aug 07, 2023

When we hear people are not nice, we tend to believe it. When we hear people are nice, we tend to doubt it. Cindy and Alison discuss the possibility of both stranger danger and the possibility of nice people co-existing for young children.

239: You're Enough, Girls! with Cindy and Alison Jul 31, 2023

In honor of the Barbie movie's record-breaking release, Cindy and Alison dedicate an episode to the messages girls in the preschool years need to get from their teachers and families. We don't discuss the Barbie movie plot, and we don't have to in order to think about being a girl in today's world.

238: Universal Design in Early Childhood with Cindy and Alison Jul 24, 2023

How can we ensure that all children will be able to learn the same ideas and be able to express them? Universal design! Join Cindy and Alison to learn what this looks like in early childhood settings.

237: Mind-Wandering with Cindy and Alison Jul 17, 2023

Did you know that mind-wandering can be intentional and unintentional? Did you know that mind-wandering can be beneficial or detrimental? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about mind-wandering and young children.

236: Paying Attention with Cindy and Alison Jul 10, 2023

We tell children to pay attention as if that is a simple thing to do. Cindy and Alison discuss the components of paying attention and all the steps we take that can be easily derailed.

235: The Robot Preference with Cindy and Alison Jul 03, 2023

Children are used to technology giving them answers and those answers being correct. Join Cindy and Alison to discuss experiments being done related to children's experiences with humans, technology, and correctness.

234: The Cycle of Misunderstanding with Cindy and Alison Jun 26, 2023

Did you know that 1 in 6 children with autism are expelled from early childhood programs? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss why and what we can do about that.

233: Sleep Habits with Cindy and Alison Jun 19, 2023

Do you know how much sleep children need at different ages? Do you have a routine to help children settle down and sleep? Join Cindy and Alison for an episode filled with information about young children and sleep habits.

232: Benefits and Care of Sand with Cindy and Alison Jun 12, 2023

It's summertime, and there is no better time to discuss the importance of sand play! Join Cindy and Alison to learn some benefits of sand play that you may not have realized and get tips for keeping that sand as hygienic and insect free as possible.

231: Jokes and Child Development with Cindy and Alison Jun 05, 2023

It's fun to make children laugh, AND it is educational! Cindy and Alison discuss why children find different types of jokes funny at different ages and how it helps them to build understandings.

230: That IS a Serious Problem with Cindy and Alison May 29, 2023

"Stop being silly." "You will be fine." "That's not a big deal." Did you grow up receiving these messages in the face of your emotions? We know better today! Join Cindy and Alison to discuss taking children seriously and supporting them as their social-emotional and cognitive skills take root.

229: What is Cultural Humility with Cindy and Alison May 22, 2023

Many of us have heard of cultural responsiveness and cultural competence. Less known is the practice of cultural humility. Join Cindy and Alison to discover cultural humility and why it enables you to be more responsive and culturally competent.

228: The Other Areas of Learning with Cindy and Alison May 15, 2023

With so much focus on literacy and math, what learning opportunities are lost? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the other areas of learning and how they benefit children.

227: Can't Summer Be Fun with Cindy and Alison May 08, 2023

Once again, there are articles discussing pandemic learning loss and proposals to not have summer break. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what children lose by not having breaks or summer programs that focus on socialization.

226: The Expectation Gap with Cindy and Alison May 01, 2023

The expectations of teachers in early education have changed drastically. Today's college and credential students may have expectations of job responsibilities that current staff did not have at the start or even middle of their careers. Cindy and Alison discuss how this gap started and what we might need to do now.

225: Interests and Interviews with Cindy and Alison Apr 24, 2023

When we think about collecting information about children's progress, we often focus on anecdotal notes and running records. Join Cindy and Alison to discuss processes that could be equally valuable - interest inventories and child interviews.

224: The Most Interesting Children with Cindy and Alison Apr 17, 2023

Much like there are great movies no one is watching, there are very interesting children no one is noticing. Our lives and their lives can be enriched by fostering connections with them. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the children who are growing up in the shade.

223: ASL for All with Cindy and Alison Apr 10, 2023

Why do we only teach children sign language when they don't yet have language skills or for specific situations? Cindy and Alison discuss the benefits of teaching conversational sign language to all.

222: Talking About the Doctor with Cindy and Alison Apr 03, 2023

Do you worry about going to the doctor? Do you have a fear of seeking help for medical issues? That perspective on going to the doctor may have been set up during your early childhood years. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about helping children see doctors as a resource instead of as a threat.

221: Check Your Books for This with Cindy and Alison Mar 27, 2023

Have you ever stumbled upon a page in a favorite older children's book and realized you should not read that to the children? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what they stumbled upon that might not be good for the emotional well-being of young children.

220: Reflection and Gratitude Skill Building with Young Children with Cindy and Alison Mar 20, 2023

If we were taught how to reflect intentionally and have a gratitude practice when we were young, it would be a part of who we are as adults. Cindy and Alison discuss how to have intentional conversations with children that help them remember, think about experiences, and be grateful for the good in their lives.

219: Fighting Discrimination Against Men in Early Education with Cindy and Alison Mar 13, 2023

Three years ago, Cindy and Alison discussed the need for more men in early education settings. It is now 2023, and the issue seems to not be improving. We can do better than this, Preschool Peeps! During this discussion, consider ways to bring attention to discrimination against men in the early education field.

218: Unlearning for the Sake of the Children with Cindy and Alison Mar 06, 2023

Sometimes, we need to be willing to unlearn practices or ideas we have held onto for a very long time. Soon it will be spring - a perfect time for unlearning! Join Cindy and Alison for this discussion about facing the unlearning.

217: Gender, Parents, and Policies with Cindy and Alison Feb 27, 2023

Should families know up-front that we will let the children pick whatever dress-up clothes or roles they want during free play? Is it time to be proactive and have policies that state that we don't put children in gender boxes when they are playing? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about this important topic.

216: When Adults Disagree with Cindy and Alison Feb 20, 2023

When you disagree with a co-worker or other peer, the most professional thing to do is to go directly to that person first. How do you do that? Differences of opinion can be so uncomfortable! Cindy and Alison discuss ways to approach disagreements that help you feel more comfortable, and avoid adult tattling and gossip.

215: Food Fears with Cindy and Alison Feb 13, 2023

Why are children afraid of trying new food? There's an answer to that question that will blow your mind! Join Cindy and Alison to find out what causes the fear and how we can avoid making it a life-long issue.

214: When to Go Rogue with Cindy and Alison Feb 06, 2023

When is it okay to pivot from the curriculum or do things that are not in the plan? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss when and where to draw a line on pivoting in your plans and curriculum guidance.

213: Early Education is Like Improv with Cindy and Alison Jan 30, 2023

Join Cindy and Alison for a lively discussion about the similarities between early childhood education and being a good improv comedian.

212: From External Reward to Self-Motivation with Cindy and Alison Jan 23, 2023

We know that children need their good deeds acknowledged, so we have stickers, pompom jars, certificates of recognition, and other tools. Slowly but surely, we need to stretch and phase out external rewards. Children need to find internal motivation to do the right thing. Cindy and Alison discuss stretching and phase out the external as the motivation becomes internalized.

211: Inspiration from MLK Day with Cindy and Alison Jan 16, 2023

Join Cindy and Alison for an episode inspired by the day commemorating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Use this opportunity to think about the inequities that still exist and what we need to do to make our early childhood programs a safe haven.

210: One Positive Early Childhood Experience with Cindy and Alison Jan 09, 2023

We often discuss Adverse Childhood Experiences but rarely discuss Positive Childhood Experiences (PCE). Join Cindy and Alison to learn about one impactful thing you can do to positively impact children's future mental health. Then, go to https://patreon.com/HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt, join for only $5 per month and learn about more PCEs!

Jan 2 2023 Holiday Rewind- Crisscross Applesauce and Other... Jan 02, 2023

Join Cindy and Alison for a very special rewind of an episode recorded so long ago that we didn't record a video! We hope you enjoy this episode about crisscross applesauce and other early childhood practices.

Lost Episode: Teaching Play with Cindy and Alison Dec 26, 2022

In this lost but still very relevant episode, Cindy and Alison talk about how we can support children's understanding of how to play. Teachers today talk about the fact that children have been exposed to less meaningful play. Play is essential for learning. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how we can help them.

209: Starting Fresh with Cindy and Alison Dec 19, 2022

The New Year is upon us, and we can start fresh! What can you leave in the past? Cindy and Alison talk about starting fresh with our experiences, interactions, and responses to the needs of young children.

208: The Behavior Committee Metaphor with Cindy and Alison Dec 12, 2022

Sometimes, we should look at how other fields handle complicated situations and consider how that could help us in early childhood education. Challenging behavior is complicated, so maybe we need to do what Cindy and Alison discuss during this episode!

207: Skill or Performance Deficit with Cindy and Alison Dec 05, 2022

What is the difference between a skill deficit and a performance deficit? How can that impact my teaching? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about working with early learners, their skill deficits, and their performance deficits.

206: Confidence Builders with Cindy and Alison Nov 28, 2022

For people to believe they can learn and do new things, they need confidence. Cindy and Alison discuss strategies we can use to help children build the confidence needed to add to their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Are you doing all you can do?
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205: Mind What You Say with Cindy and Alison Nov 21, 2022

Common words and phrases can have cultural implications or can be taken in ways we don't intend. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about being careful when we speak and get some food for thought about what we say.
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204: Don't Sugar Coat It with Cindy and Alison Nov 14, 2022

With all good intentions, we often fail to be honest with children about what it takes to learn something new. Positivity can be toxic and we need to prevent children from feeling like hard things should have been easier. Join Cindy and Alison for a conversation about encouraging children while being honest with them.

203: Effort or Mastery with Cindy and Alison Nov 07, 2022

Are we so focused on what children have and have not mastered that our communication about children's efforts are minimal at best? Cindy and Alison discuss ways to report effort to families during this year's meetings and parent-teacher conferences.

202: Wanted! Special Education Bridges with Cindy and Alison Oct 31, 2022

Do you struggle with how to help all of the children in your class? All children benefit from inclusive classrooms where general education and special education students and the teachers are together. Cindy and Alison ask why at 3 years old, those bridges are broken for both children and their teachers. Join us for ideas about how to create bridges that are needed by all.

201: Phonological Awareness with Cindy and Alison Oct 24, 2022

The foundation for later decoding of words and reading may be different than you think and different from how you were taught. Join Cindy and Alison for this discussion about how to support young children's phonological awareness. Check our Patreon for the resource referred to in the episode: https://patreon.com/HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt

200: Best and Worst with Cindy and Alison Oct 17, 2022

In this special 200th episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cindy and Alison share the best and worst advice they received for their work with young children.

199: Scary Traditions with Cindy and Alison Oct 10, 2022

Respecting and validating children's emotions should take place consistently, even when holiday or family traditions are the cause for big feelings. Cindy and Alison spend this episode talking about how to handle it when a child does not want to participate in what they decide is a scary tradition.

198: Making Friends with Cindy and Alison Oct 03, 2022

Just like all other skills, the ability to make friends is learned in stages and over time. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about the step-by-step mastery of skills that take place as children learn to connect to their peers and make friends.

197: Problem Detectives with Cindy and Alison Sep 26, 2022

One of the behavioral challenges in early childhood is that children think their big emotions are the problem. Cindy and Alison discuss how to help children become problem detectives! How does it work? Hint: It's like peeling an onion. Listen to find out the details!

196: Physical Activity and the Brain with Cindy and Alison Sep 19, 2022

Why is it important to have both structured and non-structured gross motor activity? Cindy and Alison discuss the importance of planning for brain connections through physical activity.

195: Clean Up with Cindy and Alison Sep 12, 2022

Why have we concentrated on making cleaning up the center of teaching responsibility? Cindy and Alison ask... and answer.... this question and more in an episode dedicated to considering our practices at clean-up time.

Lost Episode: Don't Buy the Behavior Bag of Tricks Sep 05, 2022

Human behavior is complex. It requires thought, analysis, and an approach that teaches children life lessons. While the research shows that teaching behavior takes time, there are people who would sell you a bag of tricks. Cindy and Alison discuss what to avoid and how to focus efforts in a way that benefits you and the children.

194: Science Areas with Cindy and Alison Aug 29, 2022

Gain inspiration for revitalizing the often ignored, sometimes neglected science area in your classroom. Cindy and Alison share ideas!

193: Food for Thought with Cindy and Alison Aug 22, 2022

Our relationship with food starts in the early childhood years. We have to think about our approach when children refuse to eat, when we are acknowledging efforts and events and when they grab for dessert first. Join Cindy and Alison for some actual food for thought!

192: Dump the Kitchen with Cindy and Alison Aug 15, 2022

Why is the dramatic play area always a kitchen?! Cindy and Alison talk about inspiring ways to rethink the dramatic play area as you plan for a new school year.

191: The Other Exceptional Learners with Cindy and Alison Aug 08, 2022

When we hear the phrase "exceptional learner," we may think of children who receive special education services. Special education students are exceptional learners. There are, however, other exceptional learners. Are we doing all we can for those other exceptional learners? What happens to them if we don't? Cindy and Alison discuss another group of children and what we need to do for them.

190: The Separation Anxiety Dilemma with Cindy and Alison Aug 01, 2022

As we head toward a new school year, we need to think about the connection between how we've handled separation anxiety and the ethics that guide our work. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about separation anxiety, professional ethics, and what to do when families want to stay in the classroom.

189: Are Learning Styles A Myth with Cindy and Alison Jul 25, 2022

Is it a myth that people are auditory, visual, or kinesthetic learners? Listen to this episode to learn about the origins of the concept of learning styles and what the research does and does not say. Join Cindy and Alison to think about this construct and its impact on young children.

188: Not Your Average Episode with Cindy and Alison Jul 18, 2022

How do we effectively individualize our teaching based on the brain development and needs of each learner if so many of our tools and traditional ways of walking through an early childhood day are based on averages? Cindy and Alison discuss how to rethink schedules and interactions.

187: More Sponaneity, Less Impulsivity with Cindy and Alison Jul 11, 2022

Do you know the difference between impulsivity and spontaneity? Do we do too much of one and not enough of the other with early learners? Cindy and Alison talk about experiencing impulsivity and spontaneity with young children, which one should be embraced, and why.

July 4 2022 Holiday Rewind Jul 04, 2022

Thank you to everyone who voted for which episode would be our July 4 Holiday Rewind. It was a landslide! Enjoy this new introduction with updated info. and our rewind of 77: Put Down The Flashcards!

186: Screen for This! with Cindy and Alison Jun 27, 2022

Children have been screened for vision and hearing for years. Cindy and Alison discuss other screenings that we should consider conducting and why.

185: The Professional Development Episode with Cindy and Alison Jun 20, 2022

Professional development is essential; yet, it feels like a chore based on achieving hours instead of knowledge. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about their perspectives on professional development, why it matters, and how it could be.

184: Looking for Trouble with Cindy and Alison Jun 13, 2022

When we look for trouble, we find trouble. Many of us know that but don't realize we are doing it. Join Cindy and Alison for an honest conversation about how our actions may be contributing to the ongoing struggles of students and to the preschool to prison pipeline.

183: Seeking Safety with Cindy and Alison Jun 06, 2022

How should we handle young children's expressions of confusion and fear about the horrific school shooting that took place at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas? Does the ongoing lack of legislation that would help ensure our children's safety and the pandemic both teach us that the current educational system of everyone in large, crowded buildings does not work in this era? Cindy and Alison address these questions and more.

182: Redefining a Familiar Word with Cindy and Alison May 30, 2022

Prepare to have your mind blown as Cindy and Alison discuss the meaning of the word "suspension" as it applies to early childhood settings. How will this definition change how you view your response to children's challenging behavior?

181: Change with Cindy and Alison May 23, 2022

What happened to us as children that made us so hesitant about change? Cindy and Alison discuss how we can do better with young children as we teach them about how to handle change in their lives.

180: Families and the New Normal with Cindy and Alison May 16, 2022

In a recent blog article on https://howpreschoolteachersdoit.com, a question was posed about how we involve families in their child's early education during this new normal. Cindy and Alison discuss strategies for family involvement now that the new normal seems to be here.

179: When to Get Out with Cindy and Alison May 09, 2022

When children are playing, adults should be asking questions and having conversations to extend their thinking. Many adults enter play spaces to do that, but do you know when to get out? Cindy and Alison discuss how you can support the thinking routines of young children and know when to exit so they can take it from there.

178: Documentation and the New Normal with Cindy and Alison May 02, 2022

It seems that the "new normal" may have arrived. It's time to stop waiting and start re-establishing high-quality practices. Documentation of children's learning and progress should be one of the first practices we ensure is in place, but how do we do that in this short-staffed world where time seems to fly by? Join Cindy and Alison for a lively discussion!

177: Fear Tactics with Cindy and Alison Apr 25, 2022

What are we teaching children when we use fear as a motivation for behaving? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about teaching children about behavior and the impact of fear tactics that were a part of many of our childhoods.

176: Rehearsing with Cindy and Alison Apr 18, 2022

Why are tabloids upset that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge may have rehearsed their children for a public appearance? Could we all learn from that and spend more time preparing children for new experiences? Cindy and Alison discuss how to practice new situations with young children.

175: The Starting Point with Cindy and Alison Apr 11, 2022

Learning begins well before children enter an early childhood program at 3-5 years old. Cindy and Alison discuss the starting point for learning skills and how to build from the start through early childhood. That's right - we see you infant, mobile infant, and toddler teachers!

174: Judge-Free Zones with Cindy and Alison Apr 04, 2022

Join Cindy and Alison in declaring your classroom, program, and/or home a "judge-free zone." Listen to learn why and how we should work to raise a generation that judges less and accepts more.

173: Let Them Talk with Cindy and Alison Mar 28, 2022

What do children think when adults jump in and answer questions for them? Why do so many adults do that? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about letting the children speak!

172: Bad Experiences with Cindy and Alison Mar 21, 2022

Ever have a bad experience that you realize has stayed with you and impacted your anxiety level and behavior? Do you avoid anything because of something that happened when you were young? Cindy and Alison discuss the impact of situations on children and how we can help them.

171: Sharing with Cindy and Alison Mar 14, 2022

In a world where we have to discourage sharing because of the pandemic, how can we still teach sharing? What can we do when we have to say, "The puppets are sharing, but you cannot?" Cindy and Alison tackle this topic and start the conversation about teaching young children to share in 2022.

170: Unmasking with Cindy and Alison Mar 07, 2022

Masking mandates are changing, but the children are used to masks in early childhood programs and public schools. How might they react? What might they need us to do? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the impact of unmasking.

169: When I Grow Up with Cindy and Alison Feb 28, 2022

We often talk to children about what they want to be when they grow up, but are we focusing them on goals that will last through their lives? Cindy and Alison discuss why who we want to be should be more than an occupation.

168: A Bad Week with Cindy and Alison Feb 21, 2022

Ever have one of those weeks when everything you do seems to go wrong? Children have those weeks, too. Cindy and Alison discuss how to help them express that and move forward from it. You also won't want to miss the Feedback 5 at the end!

167: Homework with Cindy and Alison Feb 14, 2022

At long last, Cindy and Alison talk about their take on homework. Should it be assigned? What should we think about? What would actually be a way to partner with families about what their children are learning? Listen to find out!

166: PenPals with Cindy and Alison Feb 07, 2022

Cindy and Alison reminisce about the many lessons they learned by having PenPals and why we need to bring them back. Be part of the movement to bring PenPals to early childhood classrooms.

165: Fairy Tale Expectations with Cindy and Alison Jan 31, 2022

Do all those stories, television shows, and movies give children a false impression of life and happiness? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how children internalize what they see and the conversations we can have with them about fairy tales, tv shows, movies, and more.

164: Parents, Guardians, Folks, and Kin with Cindy and Alison Jan 24, 2022

Our words matter when addressing adults as much as they do when talking to children. Being welcoming and inclusive means providing children and adults with a sense of belonging. Cindy and Alison discuss how we name or label people who are raising children and if there is even a word that includes all possibilities.

163: The Value of Putting It Together with Cindy and Alison Jan 17, 2022

Learn about another cognitive bias sometimes called the Ikea Effect. Intrigued? Listen to find out what Ikea has to do with teaching and raising young children.

162: To Know or To Google with Cindy and Alison Jan 10, 2022

Cindy and Alison discuss a cognitive bias - sometimes called the digital effect, digital amnesia, or the Google Effect - and how that should help us think about priorities for children's learning. Don't miss learning about how our brains are sorting information in our highly digital world!

161: Even I Don't Like That with Cindy and Alison Jan 03, 2022

One trip to a small group breakout room made us think about the activities we don't want to do that we ask children to participate in. Should participation be voluntary or is it important to make children try? Cindy and Alison discuss the things we don't even like to do and that fine line.

160: Live and Let Live in Early Childhood with Cindy and Alison Dec 27, 2021

It's time to examine your dress code and think about the people in our early childhood classrooms. Are the people reflective of the real world that children experience outside the classroom? Are we unintentionally teaching shame or embarrassment about their family or others? Cindy and Alison discuss dress codes, staff, and more!

159: Are the People High Quality with Cindy and Alison Dec 20, 2021

We talk about high-quality curriculums, environments, and other aspects of early childhood settings, but how do we figure out if the adults are behaving in high-quality ways? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the actions that make someone a great professional.

158: The Nonsense We're Raised With...with Cindy and Alison Dec 13, 2021

Erik Erikson taught us that young children struggle with initiative vs. guilt. That guilt plays out for a lifetime. Listen to Cindy and Alison discuss some of the nonsense we are raised with and how we can do better for today's children.

157: If Only Teachers Knew with Cindy and Alison Dec 06, 2021

As promised during their episode about what they wish families knew, Cindy and Alison discuss what they wish teachers knew about families, children, colleagues, and more! Don't miss this conversation and contribute by sending your wishlist in our contact form at HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt.com or as a message on our Facebook page.

156: Brains, Tech, and Timing with Cindy and Alison Nov 29, 2021

Now that use of technology has become an even bigger part of the lives of young children, what do we do about their screen time? Cindy and Alison discuss the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations and how we might "right-size" the amount of time young children spend looking at screens.

155: If Only Parents Knew with Cindy and Alison Nov 22, 2021

Cindy and Alison share their top 3 lists of what they wish parents knew about young children. Share yours with us at HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt.com and on our Facebook page!

154: When Kids Lie with Cindy and Alison Nov 15, 2021

Why do children lie and what should we do about it? Cindy and Alison discuss children and lies - a topic that pushes many buttons for adults.

153: How To Do Holidays with Cindy and Alison Nov 08, 2021

In today's diverse and interconnected world, it is important to think about our approach to acknowledging holidays in early childhood settings. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about our focus when teaching about holidays.

152: Repetition and Truth with Alison and Cindy Nov 01, 2021

What is the connection between repetition, learning, and truth? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the impact of repetition on learning and how children understand the world.

151: Dramatic Play with Cindy and Alison Oct 25, 2021

Why is it important for early childhood rooms to include the choice of dramatic play every day? Listen to learn the role dramatic play holds in the development of young children.

150: Growing Into Their Own Footsteps Oct 18, 2021

Humans have a natural tendency to make assumptions. Sometimes, those assumptions unintentionally put the achievements of families on their children. Listen and consider if you encourage children to grow into their own footsteps.

149: Education Isn't Done To Children Oct 11, 2021

For too many generations, children were recipients rather than participants. Join Alison and Cindy for a lively conversation about the fact that education shouldn't be done to children.

148: Tough Teacher-Family Conversations Oct 04, 2021

Have you had to have a tough conversation with a teacher or family and dreaded it? No one likes uncomfortable, difficult conversations, but they cannot always be avoided. Cindy and Alison discuss how to have those tough discussions.

147: The Kid Who Stays in Blocks Sep 27, 2021

What should we do about the children who want to play in the same classroom interest area all the time? What should happen when the child always heads toward and stays in blocks, dramatic play, or any other area? Alison and Cindy discuss the kid who chooses, stays, and plays with the same toys all the time.

146: About Those Goals Sep 20, 2021

Do you feel like you set goals and have trouble accomplishing them? Get a good start at the beginning of this school year. Cindy and Alison discuss goal setting for you and the children in your lives.

145: Reinvigorating Read Alouds Sep 13, 2021

Are our approaches to read alouds actually supporting the foundational skills for reading comprehension? Maybe not. Cindy and Alison discuss how to reinvigorate and focus your read alouds with young children.

144: Labor Talk: The Workforce Shortage Sep 06, 2021

Cindy and Alison discuss the "Catch-22" situation many early childhood programs find themselves in. You are not alone!

143: The Impact of Less Play in 2020-21 Aug 30, 2021

We thought social-emotional and self-help skills would be the most greatly impacted. Current studies show that's just the tip of the iceberg. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted more domains of learning.

142: Pop-Up Show and Tell Aug 23, 2021

Show and tell has been an early childhood staple in classrooms everywhere. Can it be done in a more developmentally appropriate way? Join Alison and Cindy as they discuss the traditional and less traditional ways we can offer children a chance to share with the class.

141: Anxiety of the G.O.A.T. Aug 16, 2021

When children have a talent, how much pressure is put on them to continue to excel? Are we paying attention to signs of anxiety and people-pleasing? Cindy and Alison discuss our interactions with children who stand out because of their abilities.

140: Are Families Responsible for Kids' Behavior? Aug 09, 2021

Are families responsible for their children's behavior when they are not there? When does a family's responsible come into play? Consider this blame or not to blame question with Alison and Cindy.

139: When the Crying is Contagious Aug 02, 2021

Emotions can be contagious. Why does everyone start crying when one child cries and what should we do about that? Cindy and Alison discuss this topic and introduce a new feature of the podcast - The Feedback Five. Don't miss it!

138: Teaching True Bravery Jul 26, 2021

What does a child being brave look like? Or maybe we should ask - What doesn't it look like? Join Alison and Cindy for a conversation about the messages we may be giving to children without even realizing we have it backward!

137: Fear of Mistakes and Failure Jul 19, 2021

Is the fear of mistakes and failure stopping all progress in your early childhood setting or home? Cindy and Alison discuss why that happens and how to start moving past it.

136: Evidence of Kids' Knowledge and Learning Jul 12, 2021

If crafts are not evidence of learning, then what is? Prepare to be impressed by what real evidence of children's existing knowledge and new learning looks like!

135: Why the Creative Arts Matter in Preschool Jul 05, 2021

What is creativity and how does it help young children? Cindy and Alison discuss the many expressive and behavioral benefits when children bring their own ideas into existence.

134: For Your Summer (or Anytime) Learning Jun 28, 2021

It's the requested recommendation episode! Cindy and Alison discuss where you can learn reputable information about helping children with challenging behavior, understanding developmentally appropriate practice, and more.

133: We Become Words Said and Unsaid Jun 21, 2021

Are we setting up self-fulfilling prophecies that will impact the children for years? Are we unintentionally shifting their view of themselves because of us? Join Alison and Cindy for this lively and important discussion.

132 The Crossroads for Respectful Environments Jun 14, 2021

We are at a pivotal point in our early education systems where we can decide what the future will be for not only our students but also our educators. Cindy and Alison discuss the need for the same sort of respect for educators as we know we need to give to children. What should that include? How can it be impactful? Listen and let us know how you feel about this discussion.

131: Building A Motivated Environment At All Levels Jun 07, 2021

Do you want to motivate your students, staff, or even your administrators? Cindy and Alison discuss one key to building a motivated environment. It sounds so simple, but how often do you see this happening?

130: Math Talk: Teach Numbers in Real Ways (Another Lost Episode) May 31, 2021

In this episode recorded earlier but never released, Cindy and Alison discuss real ways to teach math in preschool. What's a less real way? Listen to find out!

129: Helping Kids with End of Year Anxiety May 24, 2021

As the school year draws to a close, young children realize that a big change is ahead. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about how to help them with their end-of-the-year anxiety.

128: Mixed Ages: What Younger Kids Need to Know May 17, 2021

Do you work in a mixed age group or have multiple children at home? Cindy and Alison discuss the explanations we need to give to younger children about what they tend to do when they are learning or playing with older children.

127: What Stands in the Way of ECE Innovation? May 10, 2021

What propels more forward motion in a time of change? It may surprise you! Cindy and Alison discuss one potential stumbling block as early education staffs try to move into the next phase of early education.

126: The Gift of Mental Flexibility and Being Bilingual May 03, 2021

We knew there were advantages to being bilingual, but we didn't know all this! Join Alison and Cindy to learn about how learning 2 languages when very young is even more beneficial than you thought?

125: The Hows and Whys of Normalizing Parent Education Apr 26, 2021

Why isn't parent education about child development and developmentally appropriate practice an embedded part of existing systems? How can we expect families to understand the preschool years if they don't have access to high-quality learning like early childhood professionals and how can we encourage them to attend it? Cindy and Alison share their ideas for this systemic change.

124: Be a Learning Style Detective Apr 19, 2021

There's much more to figuring out if children and adults are visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners than you may have thought. Join Alison and Cindy for a discussion about all the different ways to identify different learners. You may even recognize yourself!

123: About That Sticker Chart... Apr 12, 2021

Cindy and Alison discuss one of those "always been done this way" situations - public displays of behavior - their impact, and how we might adjust them before the next school year.

122: Focus! It's Good for Everyone. Apr 05, 2021

How present are you when children focus on an object or task? Do you focus with them on what they see? It is good for them and it is great for your mental health! Cindy and Alison discuss this powerful and brain-building interaction with children that has benefits for all.

121: How to Intentionally Connect with Each Child Mar 29, 2021

Now and always, fostering 1:1 relationships with children should be a priority. In this episode, Cindy & Alison discuss Dr. Robert Pianta's "Banking Time." Consider how you might bank time with children to intentionally develop connections that you can draw from when they need us most.

120: One-to-One Time Proves Priceless Mar 22, 2021

If children learning at home who had 1:1 time with teachers online during the pandemic have pulled ahead of their peers, it proves that we have never spent enough 1:1 time with them. How can we take this information and improve the future of early childhood education? Join Alison and Cindy as they discuss lessons for the future.

119: Skill-Building You Never Learned About Mar 15, 2021

Was your school day divided by subject area when you were a child? Was math time separate from language arts time which was separate from socialization time? Join Cindy for a discussion about the skill-building perspective you never learned in that system.

118: 1 Year Mar 08, 2021

For so many of us, this week marks 1 year since our lives changed because of COVID-19. How can we frame what has happened, perhaps start to heal, and forge forward? Process this with Alison and Cindy as they reflect and look to the future of early education.

117: Adapting and Modifying: Two Very Different Things Mar 01, 2021

There is a big difference between adapting a curriculum and modifying it. Which one is the way to go when taking what teachers are given and applying it to the children in the room? Cindy and Alison discuss what teachers should think about and what families should know.

116: Resist the Prompting. Let the Kids Answer! Feb 22, 2021

Sometimes we purposely, and other times we subconsciously, prompt children so they answer questions correctly. Does that really help them to learn? Are we meeting our goals for the children or for us? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about prompting and how to handle answers when they are and are not what we were looking for.

115: Is Silence Really Golden? Feb 15, 2021

Is dynamic learning silent? Have generational messages about children being silent seeped into our classrooms? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about silence as they wonder if it is really golden.

114: Tell Me Their Strengths First: Reframe Your Thinking Feb 08, 2021

How would the environment change and the children think of themselves if we described them by their strengths instead of their struggles? Alison and Cindy discuss reframing our world through how we describe children.

113: Are We Creating Damaging Perfectionism? Feb 01, 2021

Without meaning to, are we adding to the children's stress by encouraging perfectionism? Are we setting up an expectation that is impossible to achieve? Listen to Cindy & Alison discuss what can cause this stress-inducing mindset in children that will impact them always.

112: Let Your Young Leaders Lead Jan 25, 2021

They aren't bossy. They are leaders! Cindy and Alison discuss the importance of fostering the leadership qualities you observe in young children. Listen, learn and laugh with us!

111: Help Children Sort What They Hear Jan 18, 2021

Children hear the news from the TV in the background, from the adults who think they aren't listening and more. Watch for signs that they are trying to understand. Join Alison and Cindy as they discuss how to help them sort the information.

110: Good Decision Making: Teach It! Jan 11, 2021

Children aren't born knowing the steps of good decision making. Alison and Cindy discuss the questions to ask children that can become their internal dialogue. Decision making - go forth and teach it!

109: The Learning Reset, Not Such a Loss Jan 04, 2021

For years, educators have struggled with the pushdown of the curriculum. Now, the pandemic is forcing the curriculum back up. Is that good news? Is this a reset and not a loss? Cindy and Alison discuss these questions and more. Let us know what you think!

108: Introverts are Happy Too (The Lost Episodes #3) Dec 28, 2020

Introverts sometimes need time alone. That doesn't mean we are unhappy! Should we be spending time trying to move introverts from their comfort zone?

107: Cindy and Alison's List of But Adults Do That (The Lost Episodes #2) Dec 21, 2020

There are so many things that we ask children to do but don't do ourselves. Cindy and Alison discuss some of those behaviors and pose the question, "If we can't do them, why do we expect children to?" Listen, laugh, and share your list with us!

106: Ignoring the Crying Child May Not Have Been Great (The Lost Episodes #1) Dec 14, 2020

Cindy and Alison revisit the age-old, "Do we ignore the crying child?" debate on this lost episode. Let us know your thoughts!

105: When They Only Want the Boxes- Kids and Real Things Dec 07, 2020

It's that time of year again when we buy exciting toys and they only want the boxes. What is it about kids and real things? Listen to find out!

104: Teach Kids to Own Their Point of View Nov 30, 2020

Do you know adults who need others to agree or who defend their perspective by saying everyone feels that way? Listen to this episode about teaching children to stand for themselves.

103: Making the Best of It: Holidays Closings and More Nov 23, 2020

Now is your moment! Cindy and Alison discuss the opportunity we have to model making the best of it as we face holidays, closings, and more once again. The children will learn from what you do so listen and reflect on how you will handle the coming weeks.

102: Ending School Breaks and Snow Days-Have We Gone Too Far? Nov 16, 2020

Remote learning - Just because we can, does that mean we should? Cindy and Alison discuss the potential demise of school breaks and snow days. Listen and let us know what you think!

101: Get Out of the Power Struggle Nov 09, 2020

Young children are always experimenting with power. Do you get caught up in their power struggle? Do you find yourself trying harder to control them when you feel life is out of control? Cindy and Alison discuss the early childhood/adult power struggle.

100: Your Questions Answered and A Teaser Nov 02, 2020

Cindy and Alison celebrate 100 episodes by answer listener questions about observing children, advancing careers, and the educational theories and research that their advice is based on. Listen closely for a teaser about learning more about the root of Cindy and Alison's information. Don't miss it!

99: Families Assessing Learning: The Hows Oct 26, 2020

Teachers are depending on families of remote and hybrid students to report their children's skills. Is there a good way to get data from families? What do families need to know about learning? Join Alison and Cindy for the discussion.

98: Teachable Moments - It's the Little Things Oct 19, 2020

"Teachable Moments" is one of those phrases that is used all the time but not always understood. Cindy and Alison talk about teachable moments, what they are and how to find them.

97: Make Transitions Easier for Young Children Oct 12, 2020

Transitions are often the roughest part of an early learner's day. Cindy and Alison discuss ways to make transitions, from one activity or place to another, easier for children at home and school.

96: The ABC's of Challenging Behavior Oct 05, 2020

What is the best way to figure out the root of challenging behavior? Do your ABC's! Listen to find out how ABC applies to helping lessen challenging behaviors.

95: Kids, Guns and Dramatic Play Sep 28, 2020

Why do so many young children play guns? Is there something we should say or do? Cindy and Alison discuss the whys and what nows of weapons during dramatic play.

94: Hybrid School - A New Family School Partnership Sep 21, 2020

Was there ever more of a need for families and schools to work in partnership? Cindy and Alison talk about how that partnership can work (and we don't mean by doing work for the children or giving them answers ;)

93: The Reality of Reopened Schools: A Glimpse Inside Sep 14, 2020

What's happening as early childhood classrooms reopen and students return? Cindy and Alison give you a glimpse inside at the good news and the interesting news.

92: Supporting Kids' Success during Reopening For Their Future Sep 07, 2020

Children are arriving at school and childcare with messages from families that cause anxiety or lack of compliance with COVID-19 rules. Alison and Cindy discuss the implications for their future and ways to support rather than undermine their ability to succeed.

91: The True Story of the COVID-19 School Year Aug 31, 2020

Cindy and Alison dig beneath the assumptions, sugar-coated reports and press releases to share some truths so we can have right-sized expectations for this unprecedented school year. Listen to see if these truths ring true with you...

90: The COVID-19 Shaming is Real Aug 24, 2020

Exactly how much fingerpointing and shaming is about to go on when our schools open and someone tests positive for COVID-19? Cindy and Alison discuss what could happen if a class, school or childcare setting has to quarantine again.

89: Not Returning? Reconsider, Reinvent, Rediscover Yourself Aug 17, 2020

Sometimes, life pushes us in new directions. Cindy & Alison discuss the possibilities for those of you who find yourselves wondering, "What's next??"

88: Homeschool vs Remote Learning - Choose Wisely Aug 10, 2020

Before you disconnect from your school, there are things to consider. Cindy and Alison discuss their research about homeschooling instead of remote learning.

87: No Open Door Policy or Visitors-That's an Issue Aug 03, 2020

Want to know what's happening in your child's preschool? COVID-19 restrictions say you can't go in. Now what?? Cindy and Alison discuss this dilemma.

86: COVID-19 & Universal Preschool-Will Public Preschool Happen Faster? Jul 27, 2020

Will the movement toward preschool in public schools speed up due to the COVID-19 impact on childcare? Cindy & Alison propose 4 reasons why it might.

85: Improve Distance Teaching NOW! Time is Being Wasted. Jul 20, 2020

Why aren't we using this time to improve distance teaching? Cindy and Alison discuss 4 reasons why we have to stop wasting this time.

84: Mental Health & Reopening Schools-Not Such an Easy Fix Jul 13, 2020

Join Alison and Cindy as they consider the fact that reopening schools won't be a magic elixir for the mental health of children or teachers. Listen and share your thoughts...

83: Coming Soon-TREES (Temporary Rules for Emergency Education) Jul 06, 2020

We haven't reached the end to see what life will be and we can't go back. Buildings may open but COVID19 is still here. Join Cindy and Alison as they talk about the weird limbo of educational settings heading to the 2020-2021 school year.

82: An Unusual 4th of July Jul 02, 2020

What can you do to make this unusual 4th of July a way to move to the new normal?

81: Supporting the Kids' Positive Reentry Jun 29, 2020

School, camp, and other activities will not look the same. Cindy and Alison discuss how we can support kids, acknowledge their feelings but not dump our own on them.

80: Things We Will Never Do Again-Lessons Learned Jun 25, 2020

Cindy and Alison continue Lessons Learned with an episode about what we will never do again. Thought it would be funny....and then it took a turn. Tune in!

79: Things We Will Always Do Now-Lessons Learned Jun 22, 2020

During hard times, we can learn the most. Cindy and Alison talk about what they will always do as early childhood professionals. What will you pledge to always do?

78: Questions from the Reopening Vault: Staff Sick Days Jun 18, 2020

Cindy and Alison have questions. The first question from the vault: How will additional needs for school staff sick days be handled?

77: Put Down the Flashcards! Jun 15, 2020

Worried about "catching them up?"Memorization is the lowest rung on the ladder of learning. Cindy and Alison talk about how to teach your children in more meaningful ways so they can reach higher.

76: The Kids Who Are Thriving - Planning for Them Too Jun 11, 2020

Some children are learning and thriving at home. Should we ignore that and just make them go back to our educational systems? Should we consider a different partnership with their families? Cindy and Alison discuss the possibilities.

75: Young Kids and Race - Let's Raise Them Better Jun 08, 2020

What do children see when they look at others? Cindy and Alison share the facts and what we need to do to raise children to build a better world. Thanks to The Children's Community School of Philadelphia for permission to share their work. Find it here: http://www.childrenscommunityschool.org/justice/

74: Education Budgets: Real Talk Jun 04, 2020

Put aside the social distancing, masks and other new requirements - how will they make education budgets work in a COVID and post-COVID world? Money is tight and expenses will be high. Cindy and Alison ponder the budget with some real talk.

73: Do We Need an Entirely New System for Kids? Jun 01, 2020

Once upon a time, we outgrew one-room schoolhouses. Have we outgrown the current system, too? Cindy and Alison talk about an entirely new approach to education from early childhood through school-age programs.

72: Will the Kids Catch Up May 28, 2020

Is there an expectation that 6 months of school closures will be erased like they never happened? Will the kids actually catch up? Cindy and Alison discuss their take on what to expect and what educational systems need to do.

71: Teaching Kids About Acceptance During COVID19 May 25, 2020

Is this time an opportunity to teach children about accepting what they cannot control and making good decisions? Alison and Cindy discuss the important lessons that can be learned if we are aware and model them.

70: Is Anyone Discussing the Teachers' Safety? May 21, 2020

Do you see anyone discussing safety for teachers, admins, or support staff in all the social media posts? Cindy and Alison discuss the questions that seem to be missing.

69: COVID-19 and the Tough Decisions May 18, 2020

Will COVID-19 teach us a lesson about listening to our inner voice and not the opinions of others? Alison and Cindy talk about some of the tough decisions we will need to make as individuals.

68: Who Should Be Advising About Education? May 14, 2020

There are many decisions about education looming and who makes those decisions will impact children for years. Cindy and Alison discuss who should be involved. Listen and submit ideas for the challenge they put out to their Preschool Peeps!

67: How Might Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome Impact Decisions? May 11, 2020

Cindy and Alison talk about the illness in children, its connection to COVID-19, and how decisions about schools might be impacted.

66: Should Family Child Care Take Center Stage? May 07, 2020

Having preschoolers adhere to social distancing, making class sizes smaller and other directives seem so impossible to achieve. Perhaps, we need to restart differently while Covid-19 is still among us. Check out the discussion on this episode of the podcast.

65: How Do We End This Crazy Covid-19 School Year? May 04, 2020

Should we provide closure to the school year and what does that even mean? How do we conclude the school year in a time of distance learning? Cindy and Alison have some ideas for you to think about in this episode.

64: Is Your Child's Behavior Changing As COVID-19 Shelter in Place Continues? Apr 30, 2020

Is your child becoming more highly emotional or shutting down? Is your child less able to cope with the COVID-19 distance learning and quarantine? Cindy and Alison discuss why and what strategies might work to help them self-regulate.

63: Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming - Ideas to Make Teachers Smile During COVID-19 Apr 27, 2020

Was there ever a time when educators could use appreciation more than during the coronavirus emergency distance teaching days? Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Cindy and Alison share simple ideas for saying, "Thank you" to teachers.

62: Our Fantasy Post Covid-19 School Apr 23, 2020

Cindy and Alison envision what school could be like after the hard reset caused by COVID-19. Check out the episode and let us know what you would like to see in post COVID-19 schools.

61: Learning Is Not Closed, Just the Building Is Apr 20, 2020

Children may not be going to school during the COVID-19 crisis but they are still learning. Cindy and Alison discuss the different ways and what children are learning.

60: A New Normal - Can We Keep the Good? Apr 16, 2020

Cindy and Alison talk about the good that may come from this difficult time and how we can help children grasp the positive now and in the future. Watch this episode and see if you agree with positives that may come from the lessons of COVID-19.

59: Heroes Wear Masks - Explaining COVID19 Masks to Children Apr 13, 2020

Now that masks are being worn by more people and mandated in more places because of COVID-19, we need to help young children understand. Cindy and Alison discuss how to frame this new reality for young children.

58: Kids Need to Move and Shout Apr 09, 2020

With families working at home or overwhelmed by sudden changes, children may be spending more time being told to sit down and be quiet. Cindy and Alison discuss setting up a routine that allows them to move and shout.

57: Kids Tired of Online Preschool or Can't Afford It? Apr 06, 2020

Online preschool isn't such a novelty for kids anymore. Some families may not be able to afford it now. Watch Cindy & Alison discuss the importance of keeping kids connected to the concept of school.

56: Your Emergency COVID-19 One Room Schoolhouse - Advocate for Your Situation Apr 02, 2020

Families suddenly find themselves thrust into being a 1-room schoolhouse. As you prioritize and make decisions, families, and teachers need to advocate for realistic expectations. Listen to Alison and Cindy discuss your right to give feedback and stand for your priorities.

55: Shelter in Place - Helping Children Understand Mar 30, 2020

How can we help young children to understand the sudden changes in their lives? Listen to Alison and Cindy discuss the importance of opening the door to communication and helping children to understand why they have to stay home.

54: Preschool Distance Learning-When Families Don't or Can't Mar 26, 2020

What should our expectations be for families as they have suddenly become teachers in their own one-room schoolhouses, remote workers, financial navigators and more? Listen to Alison and Cindy discuss what we should do about early childhood distance learning when they don't or can't do it.

53: Children Are Playing Coronavirus - How to Respond Mar 23, 2020

Children are using games, dramatic play, and other creative arts to process the sudden changes caused by Coronavirus (COVID-19). Cindy and Alison discuss what that means and how to respond.

52: Podcast AND YouTube -Not Business as Usual at the Podcast Mar 18, 2020

The popular podcast for early childhood professionals and families is now on YouTube! In this episode, Cindy and Alison grapple with what's happening with early learners, workers & families during COVID-19 isolation, regulations and other changes.

51: Crisscross Applesauce and Other Preschool Absurdities Mar 16, 2020

Sometimes, we say the craziest things to children because it's always been done that way. Cindy and Alison discuss feet falling asleep and children holding their breath because of what they are asked to do. They also discuss other meaningless commands so tune in!

50: SPECIAL EPISODE: Coronavirus Closings - Staying Connected with Students Mar 09, 2020

As schools plan for potential closings due to the Coronavirus, we need to consider how to stay connected with early learners. Worksheets are not developmentally appropriate so what CAN we do? Listen to our ideas and recommendations...

49: Quiet Aggression Needs Attention, Too Mar 02, 2020

Not all aggression is physical aggression. Are children being hurt and we don't notice? Listen to learn about different types of aggression that are taking place right in front of us.

48: Praise the Process Feb 24, 2020

Today's episode of the podcast examines meaningful acknowledgment rather than vague praise. What do children learn when feedback is meaningful? Listen and learn.

47: Oh no! The kids are swearing again! Feb 17, 2020

How do you react when children use inappropriate language? How can we discourage swearing without drawing too much attention to it? Listen to this episode of the podcast to learn about children and swearing.

46: Do Name Brands Belong in Preschool Classrooms? Feb 10, 2020

A debate about name brands in the classroom has started thanks to the emphasis on using logos to teach children about letters and words. Listen to Cindy and Alison debate it and then go to the How Preschool Teachers Do It Facebook page to cast your vote!

45: Men in Early Childhood Feb 03, 2020

Why is there such a stigma about men working in early childhood settings? Cindy and Alison discuss the stigma, the messages children get and what they are missing out on.

44: Stereotype Busting Has to Happen at Home and at School Jan 27, 2020

Schools and families can't depend on each other to bust stereotypes. Learn how we all have to participate in raising an accepting generation.

43: TIme Out By Any Other Name is Still Time Out Jan 20, 2020

Is your thinking chair, peace place or cozy corner actually being used to isolate and punish children? Listen to learn if you are doing time out but calling it something else.

42: Help Us Know Your Child Jan 13, 2020

The more we know about your children, the better we can teach them. Listen to find out what teachers need to know to develop a trusting, responsive relationship with your child.

41: Plants, Pets and Preschoolers Jan 06, 2020

Plants or pets are social-emotional skill builders. Listen to find out how Cindy's new pets and Alison's dog inspired an episode with important information about all children can learn from living things.

40: Is "No Thank You" Positive Discipline? Dec 30, 2019

Everywhere we look, people are saying, "No thank you" to children who behave inappropriately. Is tacking the words "Thank you" onto the word "No" really a good way to deal with behaviors? Listen and find out.

39: That Fake Crying Isn't So Fake After All Dec 16, 2019

Why do children do that "fake crying" and how can we respond in a way that supports rather than demeans children? Learn about that emoting and how to handle it.

38: Behavioral Rewards As They Should Be Done Dec 02, 2019

Children should be acknowledged for their good behavior but how can we do that without teaching to expect prizes? How can we do it without shaming children who struggle? Listen for ideas that encourage good behavior.

37: Preschool Curriculum: What You Need to Know Nov 18, 2019

High quality preschools in today's world use research based curricular methods that have been shown to teach using developmentally appropriate methods. Listen to learn about preschool curriculum that allows children to be children while they deeply learn.

36: Teaching Vocabulary to Young Children Nov 04, 2019

Don't limit your use of words because you are speaking with young children. There is no word too hard for them to learn! Learn how to lift your child's vocabulary on this episode of the podcast.

35: Biting Basics Oct 21, 2019

Young children may bite for a variety of reasons. Adults struggle with how to teach children not to bite. Listen to this episode for a discussion about a topic that is one of the most widely reported frustrations of parents and teachers.

34: Culture and a Child's Need to Belong Oct 07, 2019

Belonging is an essential component of developing a healthy sense of self. Preschoolers all must feel they belong. Listen for a discussion about culture, children and belonging.

33: To Perform or Not to Perform: The Holiday Shows Sep 23, 2019

Do you know how much time is taken away from education and socialization to organize elaborate preschool holidays shows? A lot. Listen as you reconsider how your preschool should approach the holidays.

32: Breathe! and Other Techniques to Teach Upset Children Sep 09, 2019

Children are not born knowing how to calm themselves. When children are upset, they need to know how to calm their bodies. Listen to learn techniques you can teach (and use yourself!)

31: Educational Errands - You Run Them All The Time Aug 26, 2019

Errands seem so mundane but they are actually quiet educational. Discover what your children can learn if you take them with you (at least sometimes).

30: Preparing for Back to School Aug 12, 2019

What should you say and do with your preschooler to prepare for going back to school? Listen to learn how to make this more exciting and less anxiety filled.

29: Schools and Families - We Are On The Same Side. Jul 29, 2019

It is important that schools and families always seek to partner. The children depend on it. Listen for tips and important information about the impact of family/school relationships.

28: No Letter of the Week? Now what? Jul 15, 2019

Teaching letters in isolation is becoming a thing of the past. Listen to learn how children learn letters and words in more meaningful ways.

LIVE - Special Podcast Anniversary Episode Jul 01, 2019

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Live Episode Details - Where and When to Listen Jun 21, 2019

Listen for the details about the timing of the July 1 live episode and where you can listen to us live.

27: Social Media and Young Children's Privacy Jun 17, 2019

Do you know people who are "sharenting" (oversharing about their children on social media)? Children need privacy for healthy development. When is sharing okay and when is it too much? Listen to consider social media and children's need for privacy.

26: When Children Feel Hurt Jun 03, 2019

Help young children to accept their feelings and consider their reactions when someone has hurt them. Learn what to say that empowers children instead of making them feel wrong for having feelings.

25: Pt 2 What To Do In Circle Time Instead May 20, 2019

Now that you've listened to what to take out of circle time during our last episode, find out what you should be doing instead.

24: Pt 1 The Mess That Is Circle Time May 06, 2019

Wondering how to update your circle time activities? We know more now than we did in the past about how this time can be better spent. When you know better, you do better.

23: Mixed Messages About Strangers Apr 22, 2019

We send very mixed messages to children about strangers. We tell them to stay away from strangers but then they see us talk to strangers all the time. How can you teach young children about strangers more clearly? Listen to find out.

22: What's Your Bias? We all have them. Apr 08, 2019

We all have biases that we are not aware of and they can impact our interactions with children. Listen to this episode to learn about discovering your biases and how we can lessen their impact on children.

21: The Impact of Your Child's Coach, Dance Teacher, Scout Leader ..... Mar 25, 2019

Everyone who interacts with your child has an impact on their self-worth. What should you ask, look for and advocate for when enrolling your children in activities? Listen to find out!

20: Recharge, Families and Teachers! Making Me Time Happen Mar 11, 2019

Taking time to recharge is important when you work with or are raising young children. Recharge, laugh and get some ideas from Cindy and Alison for taking me time.

19: Talking About Hard Topics with Children Feb 25, 2019

Hard topics - death, serious illness, separation, divorce and more - challenge us when we have to talk to young children. Listen for information about how to approach the children when tough things happen.

18: Myth-busting Part 2 - Kindergarten Readiness Feb 11, 2019

What do children actually need to know to be kindergarten ready? Listen to this myth-busting episode

17: Myth-busting Part 1 - What Is and Isn't Deep Learning? You May Be Surprised! Jan 28, 2019

Learning to be a learner is a foundational lesson for preschoolers. There are so many myths about what is actual evidence of learning. Listen to find out what your children should be doing in preschool to reach their full potential.

16: Potty Talk! Toilet Training Basics Jan 14, 2019

Worried about potty training? Frustrated with the process? Find out how preschool teachers do it!

15: Fear Not! You Can Navigate Kids Fears Dec 31, 2018

What do you do when children are afraid? Does their fear make you uncomfortable and not the best guide of their emotions? Listen for tips about handling children's fears and still helping them to feel safe and secure.

14: Is Your Expert Really An Expert? Dec 17, 2018

How do you know the person giving you advice about children is actually an expert? Listen and find out how you can be more sure.

13: Teaching Independence Skills to Early Learners Dec 03, 2018

How can you send the message to your children that you believe in them and they are capable? Listen to Alison and Cindy to find out.

12: Gender Roles and Pretend Play in Early Childhood Nov 19, 2018

Cindy and Alison tackle a sensitive topic on today's podcast. Sensitive but necessary ....

11: Part 2 Project vs Art vs Craft - Are they wasting your child's time? Nov 05, 2018

Do your children learn more when doing a project, art or a craft? They are not the same and they are not all a good use of education time. Cindy & Alison dive into this topic in 2 episodes so you know what to look for in a preschool.

10: Part 1 Project vs Art vs Craft - Are they wasting your child's time? Oct 22, 2018

Do your children learn more when doing a project, art or a craft? They are not the same and they are not all a good use of education time. Cindy & Alison dive into this topic in 2 episodes so you know what to look for in a preschool.

9: When Children Say "No!" Oct 08, 2018

"No!" It is so often a young child's favorite word. Why and what should you do? Cindy and Alison talk about "No!" in this episode.

8: Can Children Express Meaningful Apologies? Sep 24, 2018

"Say You're Sorry!" That doesn't teach young children anything meaningful. Listen as Alison and Cindy talk about teaching children when they've hurt someone.

7: Should Children Be Forced to Hug and Kiss Relatives? Sep 10, 2018

You know your child is uncomfortable so what should you do? Here's a podcast to share with those relatives who insist on hugging and kissing children who are strangers to them.

6: To Time Out or Not to Time Out? That is the Question. Aug 27, 2018

Is time out a thing of the past? If it is, what now? Listen to Alison and Cindy to find out.

5: Childrens Emotions - How to Validate Their Feelings Aug 13, 2018

Validating feelings and teaching emotional intelligence is new in this generation of parents. We weren't raised this way, but we can do it right. Listen for thought provoking info about dealing with the big emotions of small children.

4: Part 2 - Setting Boundaries for Young Children Jul 30, 2018

Do you have trouble setting boundaries and having children understand rules? Cindy & Alison tackle this topic in 2 episodes of the podcast.

3: Part 1 Setting Boundaries for Young Children Jul 16, 2018

Do you have trouble setting boundaries and having children understand rules? Cindy & Alison tackle this topic in 2 episodes of the podcast.

2: Separation Anxiety Jul 02, 2018

Separation Anxiety is tough on children and families. Listen for information about how to teach children to separate and trust.

1: Modeling Literacy Skills for Young Children Jun 28, 2018

Do you want young children to embrace reading and writing? Listen to expert tips about how to model literacy skills for the early learners in your life.

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