Preschool All Stars

Latest Episodes:

(Pre-K Pages) Build Their Love of Reading - with Vanessa Levin Jun 08, 2021

Show notes

We’ve all heard the question: Will you teach my child to read before kindergarten? But as parents and educators, we should probably be asking ourselves a different question: How can I instill a love of reading in my children and students? Join us today as we’ll teach you how to help your preschoolers be excited to learn to read and be excited to want to read.

Vanessa Levin has always believed that learning letters is not as simple as it sounds. She teaches parents and teachers how to be more intentional about their strategies towards a learning child. Tune in and find out how you can pave the way for your child to develop a love of reading!

- How Vanessa’s journey began (00:00)

- When is the right time for a child to read? (05:35)

- Phonological strategies to remember (09:09)

- Print is powerful (13:15)

- The big one: Letter knowledge! (13:15)

- Never underestimate oral language (20:16)

- Follow Vanessa and get her book (23:58)

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(PAS) Don’t Start a Daycare... Start a Preschool Instead - with Cordelia Karn Jun 03, 2021

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If you’re thinking of starting a daycare, listen to today’s Preschool All Stars story: Cordelia Karn thought that the only way to stay home with her kids and create income was to start a daycare. Until one day she came across Joy’s book and realized that there was a better option: she could start a preschool! Now she has an online preschool and she’ll be starting her local preschool in a few weeks. Listen in to discover how you can start a preschool instead of a daycare!

Cordelia talks about how her online preschool is uniquely fun and engaging. She also takes us on a deeper dive into how her daily operations work and her exciting transition to opening a local preschool. More importantly, she gives excellent advice for everyone who’s still in the stage of doubt and fear - her story could spark the beginning of your own preschool business journey!

- Getting to know Cordelia Karn (00:00)

- Cordelia’s unique online preschool (06:14)

- More about her fun programs (11:32)

- Transitioning to a local preschool (14:50)

- Building both confidence and her own preschool (20:24)

- Why Cordelia thinks you should get started now (24:01)

Enroll in Cordelia’s preschool today - https://brillkidzedventure.com

GET MY HELP ON YOUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY:

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👉 Blog: http://www.startapreschool.com/blog

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(PAS) Create A Drop-In Learning Center When You Start A Preschool - With Vivian Lopez May 27, 2021

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If you want to create a drop-in learning center, listen to today’s Preschool All Stars story: Vivian Lopez left her 25-year career in the district after realizing she didn’t like how the school district had changed over the years. Determined to start her own preschool, she found a building and opened her own drop-in learning center for children ages 2-10. Listen in to discover how you can create a drop-in learning center, too!

At first, Vivian was hesitant to join PreSchool All Stars. But now, it’s clear to her that it was wrong to doubt herself. Things may not have worked the way she wanted initially, but now she’s handling a learning center filled with fun enrichment programs that both parents and children can enjoy.

Key takeaways

- How it all started for Vivian (00:00)

- The birth of her learning center (03:36)

- More on her fun enrichment programs (06:57)

- What’s next after 25 years of teaching (11:20)

- What Vivian would tell her old self (13:38)

- Bigger plans for the future (14:38)

- Ready for more in the coming years (19:00)

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(Miss Jaime, O.T.) From Diagnosis To Therapy - With Jaime Spencer May 25, 2021

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If you’re concerned any of your preschoolers have developmental delays, and you’re not sure what to say to the pediatrician or the parents, join us today as we walk you through the process from noticing a developmental delay to getting a diagnosis and finally to starting therapy.

At the early age of sixteen, Jaime already knew that being an Occupational Therapist was her calling. She is passionate about the daily progress that her fun programs can do for your child. In this episode, we talk about how parents should follow their instincts with what they observe with their child and how her role as an OT can help you turn things better.

Key takeaways

- How Jamie started (00:00)

- What you should know about sensory gyms (03:25)

- The role of proprioception (05:51)

- Early intervention is everything (09:21)

- Behind the fun: What your OT is really doing (12:00)

- Holding on to hope (16:47)

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(PAS) From Volleyball Coach to Preschool Owner - with Miranda Rodriguez May 20, 2021

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If you want to start a preschool but you don’t have the right degree, listen to today’s Preschool All Stars story: Miranda Rodriguez was a volleyball coach who needed to find a new job after her family moved to a different state. She was already homeschooling and teaching her own children Spanish and English, so she thought she could add a few students and make some money. After joining Preschool All Stars she enrolled 28 students in her online bilingual preschool! Listen in to discover how you can start a preschool without the right degree, too!

Key takeaways

From volleyball coach to preschool teacher (00:00)
Having students even after she just moved to a new state (06:19)
More on Miranda’s online programs (07:23)
A focus on both language and culture (09:58)
Getting bigger and better - plans of opening a local preschool (14:40)
Finding a warm and helpful community in PAS (17:44)
Miranda’s main message on why you should join PAS: Why not? (20:28)

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(Fun Sensory Play) Diagnosis: Autism - with Chantal Lavergne May 18, 2021

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Getting an autism diagnosis is heart-breaking, but it’s not the end. In many respects, it’s just the beginning. And a diagnosis can often mark a pivotal moment in any mother’s life: before the diagnosis… and after the diagnosis. Join us today as two mothers of autistic children share their struggles, their trials, and their hope.

Key takeaways

How it all started for Chantal (00:00)
Daily life with a child who has autism (04:04)
Signs to look out for (09:33)
Why delayed milestones should never be disregarded (13:56)
Every child is different (17:33)
The right people can help (23:30)
See what you can gain in Fun Sensory Play (29:50)

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Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journey

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(PAS) Survive & Thrive On Your Own When You Start a Preschool - with Kiersten Worrell May 13, 2021

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If you want to survive and thrive on your own, listen to today’s Preschool All Stars story: Kiersten Worrell shares her story of hope, how she left an abusive marriage and needed to find a way to provide for her children. At the last moment, she took a leap of faith and went “all in” to start her own preschool. Now she can stay home with her children, set her own hours, and has a consistent income. Listen in to discover how you can survive and thrive on your own, too!

Key takeaways

- Getting to know Kiersten Worrell (00:00)

- Pisgah Pre-school on Pisgah Road (03:30)

- How Pre-School All Stars paved the way for her (06:25)

- What Kiersten wished she knew before she started (09:46)

- Next big plans for her pre-school (11:08)

- Why taking the leap of faith is worth it (13:28)

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(Growing Hands-On Kids) Preschool Development Warning Signs - with Heather Greutman May 11, 2021

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If you’re concerned if your preschoolers are on track with their development, and you want to know what developmental delay warning signs you should look out for, then join us today as we discuss developmental milestones for children ages 3-5.

Heather Greutman is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who writes at Growing Hands-On Kids. She loves to encourage independence, one activity at a time. In this episode, we did a detailed discussion on the things every teacher or parent has to keep an eye on for their growing toddler.

Key takeaways

How it all started for Heather Greutman (00:00)
Why you have to keep a close eye on your three-year-old (05:23)
Skills your three-year-old should be doing at his age (07:55)
Speech problems and how you can intervene with it (11:11)
Your three-year-old’s gross motor milestones (13:06)
What to expect from your four-year-old (16:10)
On drawing materials: Why bigger is not always better (21:16)
Follow Heather, learn more, and claim a free gift from me today (24:24)

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(PAS) Enroll Preschoolers on Outschool When You Start a Preschool - with Krystal Goode May 06, 2021

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If you want to enroll preschoolers on Outschool, listen to today’s Preschool All Stars story: Krystal Goode was a preschool teacher who wanted to set her own hours and her own tuition rates. She started her own online preschool after Covid hit and decided to outsource all her marketing to make it easier. Listen in to discover how you can enroll preschoolers on Outschool, too!

Krystal Goode has been working as a preschool teacher for years, but she wanted something more. The long hours and low pay had begun to drag her down, but she didn't know it was possible for her to start her own business.

After Covid hit, Krystal decided this was her time to shine, so she started Joy’s online preschool challenge and used Outschool.com as a platform to start her online preschool. To find out how she did that, tune in now!

Key takeaways

Getting to know Krystal (00:00)
This is how Outschool works (02:59)
Preschool All Stars as a crucial part of Krystal’s journey (06:54)
Rules and regulations for preschools in California (09:46)
Pricing and marketing on Outschool (11:34)
Scheduling classes and video calls on Outschool (13:55)
Krystal’s plans to open a local preschool (15:51)
Advice for ladies thinking about starting a preschool (18:10)

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Enroll in Krystal’s online preschool classes today: https://bit.ly/3u34Yza
Start my FREE “7 Students in 7 Days” Challenge”
Get my FREE “Start Your Preschool” book (+ $7.95 s&h)
Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journey

Additional Resources:

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(Red Ted Art) Process vs. Product - with Maggy Woodley May 04, 2021

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It’s the age-old debate, and people get very heated on both sides of the fence about whether process or product should be banished from the classroom. Join us today as we share a different viewpoint: both are vital in today’s preschool classrooms.

My guest is Maggy Woodley - she is the mother of two amazing children and she runs the Red Ted Art website. Maggy shares her favorite easy crafts for kids and has seen incredible results with her product-based activities.

Today she shares her insights so we can understand that both process and product can serve a great role in your classroom!

Key takeaways