Educator Yarns with Jessica Staines & Belinda Huntriss
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -Educator Yarns serves as an informative and insightful discussion about the importance of embedding Aboriginal perspectives in early childhood education and the need for ongoing education and support in alignment with the Early Years Framework 2.0. Jessica Staines, Director of Koori Curriculum is back for season four with new co-host Belinda Huntress from Freshwater Education. Together the dynamic duo provide practical advice and resources for educators and advocate for a culturally inclusive, safe and respectful approach to teaching and learning.
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S4 EP11: Community, Culture, and Classroom: Building Connections That Educate
May 21, 2024 21:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this compelling final episode of season four of "Educator Yarns," co-hosts Jessica Staines and Belinda Huntriss, renowned for their work with Indigenous perspectives, thoroughly explore the implementation and significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in early childhood education. The episode explores Outcome Five of the EYLF, storytelling as a tool for education and cultural continuity, the importance of authentic resource selection, and the need for genuine com...
S4 EP10: Indigenous Insights into Education and Outcome Four of the EYLF
May 14, 2024 20:59 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBWelcome to another enriching episode of Educator Yarns, where Jessica Staines and Belinda Huntriss dive deep into Outcome 4 of the Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on "Children are confident and involved learners." This episode offers an in-depth exploration of how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives can be seamlessly integrated into Outcome Four of the EYLF, enhancing the learning environments for young minds. In this episode, Jessica and Belinda unpack various aspe...
S4 EP09: Enhancing Well-being: Integrating EYLF Outcome Three with Indigenous Insights
May 07, 2024 21:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBWelcome to a pivotal episode of Educator Yarns, where hosts Jessica Staines and Belinda Huntriss delve into the integral aspects of Outcome Three from the Early Learning Framework, focusing on fostering children's sense of well-being with a nuanced incorporation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. This episode not only unpacks these educational prerequisites but also offers a profound discussion on creating culturally safe environments within early learning settings. Jes...
S4 EP08: EYLF Outcome Two and Handling Racism: Backlash in Teaching Aboriginal History
April 30, 2024 20:47 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWelcome to episode eight of Educator Yarns, co-hosts Jessica Staines and Belinda Huntriss explore the challenging but critical aspects of social justice in education and the significant backlash faced by educators when addressing Aboriginal histories and contemporary issues in educational settings. This episode is not just a reflection on challenges but a robust guide on navigating these waters with grace, backed by curriculum, and armed with resources that uphold integrity, respect, and t...
S4 EP07: Rewind: Educator Yarns Season 2 Interview with Rebecca Burch
April 23, 2024 21:20 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this throwback episode from season two of Educator Yarns, we are delighted to revisit one of our most popular discussions, featuring an insightful dialogue with Rebecca Burch. Rebecca is a passionate advocate for nature play and a seasoned educator with over 25 years of experience, leading the team at Cotton Wood Learning. Rebecca's pioneering nature-based education program not only aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework but transcends conventional education paradigms by integra...
S4 EP06: Integrating Indigenous Perspectives in Early Learning Through the New EYLF
April 16, 2024 21:09 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this captivating episode of Educator Yarns, host Jessica Staines, alongside co-host Belinda Huntress from Freshwater Education, embark on an insightful exploration of integrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into the new EYLF. Dive into this enlightening episode to discover how you can bring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives to life in your early learning environment. Embrace the journey towards a more inclusive, respectful, and culturally rich cur...
S4 EP05: Foundations for the Future: Curriculum Planning and Reconciliation
April 09, 2024 21:25 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBIn this deeply engaging episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica Staines and co-host Belinda Huntriss explore the intricacies of curriculum planning within the framework of Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs). As both delve into the significance of incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures across all educational levels, listeners are treated to a wealth of knowledge, experience, and practical advice. This episode, centred on curriculum planning and its role in t...
S4 EP04: Cultural Confidence in the Classroom: Strategies for Success
April 02, 2024 19:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBIn episode four of Educator Yarns, Jessica Staines from Koori Curriculum and Belinda Huntriss from Freshwater Education delve into the crucial topic of embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in educational settings. With a focus on the practical application of Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) actions and the enrichment of early learning environments, Jessica and Belinda offer a treasure trove of insights, wisdom, and actionable advice. This episode is not just a conve...
S4 EP03: RAP Actions and Visible Respect in Early Education
March 26, 2024 19:00 - 45 minutes - 42.7 MBWelcome to Episode 3 of "Educator Yarns," where hosts Jessica Staines and Belinda share their expertise on bolstering Early Education environments through Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) initiatives. In this episode we delve into practical ways educators can visibly demonstrate respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, care for country, and support Indigenous businesses. Here's a glimpse of the enriching content this episode covers: · Acknowledgment and Respect:...
S4 EP02: Planning for success with your RAP
March 19, 2024 19:00 - 48 minutes - 45.5 MBWelcome to another enriching episode of "Educator Yarns," where we delve into the essence of integrating Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) actions into early learning settings. Hosted by Jessica Staines, and joined by esteemed co-host Belinda Huntriss, an advocate for Aboriginal education, we embark on a journey to uncover practical strategies, shared experiences, and insightful discussions aimed at empowering educators to foster inclusive and culturally responsive environments. Here's wh...
S4 EP01: Navigating Reconciliation and Aboriginal Perspectives in Early Education
March 12, 2024 19:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBDive into a Educator Yarns Season 4 Episode One with Jessica Staines, the visionary behind Koori Curriculum, and her deadly co-host Belinda Huntriss, a trailblazer in Aboriginal education. This episode marks the beginning of an innovative season for "Educator Yarns," setting the stage for a series of compelling discussions on integrating Aboriginal perspectives in early learning environments. Discover the dynamic synergy between Jessica and Belinda as they unite to answer pressing communit...
S3 EP18: Looking Ahead to 2023
December 08, 2022 00:01 - 13 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode of Educator yarns, Jess shares the plans for what's coming in 2023 for Koori Curriculum. Jess advises that Yarning Circles are back for 2023 in a new virtual format, that will be available for out-of-school care and early learning. Koori Curriculum will also be continuing our Programming & Planning Seminars into 2023. This will cover: How to get your team on the same page Goal Setting Revisiting and getting the most out of your RAP Accountability and how to share r...
S3 EP17: The opportunities for FDC to include Indigenous perspectives with Victoria Edmond
December 04, 2022 21:30 - 48 minutes - 39 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jess talks with Victoria Edmond from Rainbow Bridge FDC and Big Hearted Education. Jess and Victoria yarn about some of the barriers that FDC face with embedding Aboriginal perspectives in Family Day Care services in an authentic way. They discuss where educators can find resources that are budget friendly and how they can make connections in Community. Victoria also shares her journey in her own service and why she believes it is important to share with...
S3 EP16: Goal setting with Jessica Staines (Mini)
December 02, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns Jess shares her tips for setting and achieving goals. Jess always maintained a consistent view since starting the Koori Curriculum, which is that most educators want to include an Aboriginal perspective in their program and develop culturally safe environments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities but don’t know what to do and how to do it. They are fearful of doing the wrong thing, offending someone or being stereotypical an...
S3 EP15: History, policies and Forced Assimilation with Michelle King
November 27, 2022 21:30 - 42 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jess speaks with Micelle King, a proud descendant of the Worimi Nation and early childhood educator. Michelle shares reflections on her family's past and the generational trauma that is a direct result of Australia's White Australia Policy which prevented her Grandmother from attending her local school - the one in which Michelle later attended as well as her own children and grandchildren. Michelle King is a proud descendant of the Worimi Nation and was...
S3 EP14: How Koori Curriculum supports educators
November 23, 2022 21:30 - 21 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this mini episode of Educator Yarns Jess shares the many ways that educators can get support from Koori Curriculum. No matter your budget Koori Curriculum has resources and support that can help you on your journey to embed an Aboriginal perspective in your centre.
S3 EP13: The Journey of Including Aboriginal Perspectives with Sandra Dos Reis & Kathryn Albany
November 20, 2022 21:30 - 52 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns Jess chats with Sandra Dos Reis & Kathryn Albany from Deborah Little Early Learning Centre. Sandra and Kathryn share with Jess their journey in moving from 'we don't know how' towards confidence, the power of mentoring, how they built connections with community, the way they work with children on Country and how their embedding perspectives and approaches are not a tokenistic pedagogy. Sandra is a director, teacher and passionate advocate for inclusion. ...
S3 EP12: Inauthentic Aboriginal Art and Best Practises (Mini)
November 16, 2022 21:30 - 8 minutes - 6.48 MBIn this mini episode of Educator Yarns Jess reflects on inauthentic Aboriginal art. It's important for us as educators to review our procurement processes to ensure that we are being ethical by showing reciprocity and remunerating artists for their work. There are many inexpensive and ethical ways that educators can procure art such as purchasing Aboriginal art calendars, poster prints and post cards.
S3 EP11: Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives in ECE and Family Day Care with Brodie Vallence
November 13, 2022 21:30 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns Jess chats with Brodie Vallence, co-owner of West Coast Family Day Care Service. Jess and Brodie discuss how Educators use cultural items and practices that are appropriate for only boys or girls within their practice, the role of educators and parents in developing a RAP, how Educators can avoid being tokenistic and how you can approach and build relationships with community and Elders in a respectful and appropriate way that respects their time and knowl...
S3 EP10: Top Tips for Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives in Family Day Care (Mini)
November 09, 2022 21:30 - 12 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this mini episode of Educator Yarns Jess shares her top tips for Family Day Care services on how to embed Aboriginal perspectives in their curriculum. Jess provides clear and easily actionable tips to start on your journey from finding your 'why' to confronting your own fears and hesitations and the best way to just start.
S3 EP09: Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives in Family Day Care
November 06, 2022 21:30 - 29 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jess is joined by Shelby from Homegrown Learning Studio. Shelby shares some ideas about embedding First Nations perspectives into early learning, some of the struggles of embedding First Nations perspectives within the family daycare environment and the historical failure of education services in recognising First Nations culture and cultural history and the impacts that can have. Shelby is an Early Childhood Educator who lives in Perth, Western Australia...
S3 EP08: Getting Momentum with your Aboriginal Programs
November 02, 2022 21:30 - 12 minutes - 9.76 MBGetting momentum with Aboriginal programs can be easier said than done. However, being intentional with your program, planning and practice does help in getting traction. In this mini-episode, Jessica Staines shares some suggestions to help you get started and overcome some common obstacles.
S3 EP07: Advocating to Management with Casey Goodman
October 30, 2022 21:30 - 40 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica discussed with Casey Goodman the importance of getting management on board with your Aboriginal programs. Casey shares how having full organisational advocacy is a key metric to the success of embedding Aboriginal perspectives successfully in your centre's curriculum. Casey Goodman is an Early Childhood Teacher at Gowrie Victoria Broadmeadows Valley, Early Childhood Australia National Reconciliation Advisory Board member and Early Childhood Austra...
S3 EP06: Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives - Dinosaurs
October 26, 2022 21:30 - 9 minutes - 8.06 MBAt the Koori Curriculum, we encourage the embedding of Aboriginal perspectives using children’s interests as a way of contextualising culture instead of teaching about Aboriginal culture as if it is a topic, theme or interest. In this mini episode of Educator Yarns shares how you can scaffold children's interests around Dinosaurs including an Aboriginal perspective.
S3 EP05: Curriculum and Pedagogies with Angie Camilleri
October 23, 2022 21:30 - 46 minutes - 106 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jess chats with Angie Camilleri about how she has embedded an Aboriginal perspective into the Explore and Develop Penrith South curriculum. Angie shares with Jess how they built their cultural capabilities, their journey, how they relearnt history and how their curriculum choices have bought them to where they are today. Angie Camilleri is an Early Childhood Teacher. Angie is currently the Educational Leader at Explore and Develop Penrith South and works...
S3 EP04: Top Books for 0-1 Year Old's
October 19, 2022 21:30 - 5 minutes - 5 MBAt Koori Curriculum we are often asked what the best books to share with 0-1 year-olds that can assist in embedding an Aboriginal perspective. In this mini episode join Jessica Staines as she highlights her top reads for infants.
S3 EP03: Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives with Infants with Rhi Sugars
October 16, 2022 21:30 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica Staines is joined by Rhi Sugars to discuss embedding Aboriginal perspectives with infants. Rhi Sugars is a passionate disability advocate and someone who identifies as having a disability. She has been an early childhood educator for fifteen years, spending much of that time working with children with disabilities and those who have experienced childhood trauma. Since the birth of her son, a proud Wiradjuri young person with multiple disabilit...
S3 EP02: Connecting and working respectfully with Aboriginal families and communities
October 12, 2022 21:30 - 16 minutes - 13.6 MBAre you wanting advice on how you can connect and work respectfully with your local Aboriginal community? If this sounds like you then listen in to our mini episode with Jess Staines as she shares advice and strategies on how you can work in respectful partnerships with Aboriginal families and communities.
S3 EP01: Educate Don't Celebrate: 26 ways and whys to change the Date
October 09, 2022 21:20 - 32 minutes - 76.8 MBJoin Jessica Staines as she dives into critically reflecting on what the 26th of January means and how your team can respond. Jessica shares reflections and provocations to help aid pedagogical debate and discussion with your colleagues and ignite change for January 26th.
S2 Ep19: Interview with Rebecca Burch
August 08, 2021 22:30 - 21 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica Speaks with Rebecca Burch, educator and leader at Pottsville Community Preschool located on the Bundjalung Nation, Tweed Shire, Northern NSW. Rebecca discusses her Nature Explorers program which provides nature-based learning to not only the children of her service but to the broader community as well. She talks passionately about using nature as her catalyst for learning as well as the educational value found in nature enquiry and of course the p...
S2 Ep18: Interview with Rebecca Burch
August 08, 2021 22:30 - 21 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica Speaks with Rebecca Burch, educator and leader at Pottsville Community Preschool located on the Bundjalung Nation, Tweed Shire, Northern NSW. Rebecca discusses her Nature Explorers program which provides nature-based learning to not only the children of her service but to the broader community as well. She talks passionately about using nature as her catalyst for learning as well as the educational value found in nature enquiry and of course the p...
S2 Ep18: Interview with Cecelia Wright
August 01, 2021 22:30 - 21 minutes - 24.4 MBToday on The Educator Yarns, Jessica speaks with Cecelia Wright, Kaurareg woman, of Thursday Island, owner of Cultural Inclusion, about her work sharing and educating others about the lives and customs of the Torres Strait Islands and their people. Cecelia’s love and deep connection to her country is on display as she discusses the importance of spirituality, community and connection to one’s village as foundations of the Torres Strait Island people and their day to day. Cecelia yarns abou...
S2 Ep17: Interview with Nicki Hellberg-Smith
July 25, 2021 22:30 - 21 minutes - 24.3 MBOn The Educator Yarns today, Jessica speaks with New Zealand educator Nicky and her experiences as a linguist and sign language interpreter within the Australian education system and Aboriginal communities Nicky speaks in detail about Two-Way Learning and the process’ by which children and educators are considered both teachers and students on equal footing. She also discusses the importance and empowerment of the child being able to share their own cultural knowledge and how her own New Z...
S2 Ep 16: Interview with Cathy Hope
July 18, 2021 22:30 - 22 minutes - 25.3 MBToday’s Guest on The Educator Yarns is Primary School Teacher and Author Cathy Hope to talk about her work and study into string figures and string games. Drawing upon her wealth of knowledge and research, Cathy talks about the universal use of string figures in many first nations communities around the world but specifically how the use and similarities of the string figure designs are found and identified across many Aboriginal communities Australia wide. Celebrating how important these ...
S2 Ep15: Interview with Rhiannon and Kelly
July 11, 2021 22:30 - 35 minutes - 41.1 MBToday Jessica speaks with Kelly and Rhi, about their work in embedding Aboriginal pedagogy within their practice with children who have additional learning needs Drawing upon their own lives, family and educational experiences, they speak about the benefits of Country, and the importance of exposing children to the support of country. Kelly and Rhi discuss the importance of culture and the need to advocate for the culture of those that can’t advocate for themselves.
S2 Ep14: Interview with Eliza Lee
July 04, 2021 22:30 - 14 minutes - 16.8 MBOn Educator Yarns today Jessica speaks with Eliza, an educator working with under threes on Wurundjeri country in the Yarra Valley Eliza speaks specifically about how she began her journey into this often overlooked age group and ways she found using language and visuals to meaningfully connect children in a respectful manner to the Aboriginal Community that surrounds her service.
S2 Ep 13: Interview with Anne Marie Parkinson
June 27, 2021 22:30 - 40 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode of Educator Yarns, Jess speaks with Anne Marie about her career in Early Childhood and the importance of building relationships when embedding Aboriginal perspectives in curriculums. Anne Marie considers her career and how through relationships she came to understand and respond to the importance of ethical decision making. She discusses her efforts in the support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business and ethical procurement practices.
S2 Ep 12: Interview with Cassie Davies
June 20, 2021 22:30 - 11 minutes - 13.6 MBToday on Educator Yarns Jessica speaks with Cassie Davis from Penrose Kindergarten Tarneit, Melbourne. Part of the Wyndham City Council of the Kulin Nations. Cassie talks about how her trip and time spent within the community of the Torres Strait Islands informed her passion and desire to embed a richer narrative of their culture within her centre and pedagogical practices. This cultural immersion experience sparked a deeper understanding of custodianship and sustainable practices within t...
S2 Ep11: Interview with Linda Price
June 13, 2021 22:30 - 27 minutes - 31.1 MBToday on Educator Yarns Jessica is joined by Linda Price from Kinglake Ranges Children’s Centre on Taungurung land in Victoria Linda reflects on how drawing upon her own passion and understanding of seasons from her home in New Zealand equipped her to use the local Taungurung seasons to embed a deeper connection to local Aboriginal culture in her curriculum.
S2 Ep10: Interview with Cath Gillespie
June 06, 2021 22:30 - 29 minutes - 33.4 MBToday on Educator Yarns Jess speaks with Bandjalang resident Cath Gillespie, educator and Director at Evans Head Preschool. Cath discusses the efforts that are made within the centre to allow children to connect with Country. Cath reflects on how this has created a deeper connection to the local Aboriginal community and has seen not only an increase in Aboriginal staff, but also in the knowledge that has been shared with the children from this community.
S2 Ep9: Interview with Alicia Hansen
May 30, 2021 22:30 - 29 minutes - 33.4 MBToday Jess Staines speaks with Alicia Hansen, a Menang Woman of WA country currently residing in Victoria where she works as an Indigenous Preschool advancement strategy facilitator across 83 different centres. Alicia talks about the importance of creating a welcoming and culturally safe service when facilitating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander enrolments. Jess and Alicia also reflect on their face to face work with educators as they seek to build relationships with their local Abori...
S2 Ep8: Interview with Mica Corscadden
May 23, 2021 22:30 - 25 minutes - 28.7 MBToday on Educator Yarns, Jessica Staines speaks with Mica Corscadden. Educator at Harrietville Bush Kinder on Dhudhuroa land in Victoria Mica talks about how her passion for country and nature lead her on a journey to connect with local community. Mica yarns about how she engaged the community in consultation to ensure authenticity and respect.
S2 Ep7: Interview with Marnie Omeragic
May 16, 2021 22:30 - 17 minutes - 20.1 MBToday on Educator Yarns Jessica speaks with Marnie Omeragic, Director on Wangal Land in Sydney’s Concord West. Over the past several years Marnie and her team have worked towards embedding Aboriginal perspectives and creating a greater connection to Country. Marnie has seen their efforts transform their service from a place wanting to acknowledge and respect local Aboriginal culture to becoming a place of cultural safety for local Aboriginal families and community. In this interview Marn...
S2 Ep6: Interview with Kelly's Place Childcare Centre
May 09, 2021 22:30 - 31 minutes - 36.1 MBToday On Educator Yarns Jessica Speaks to educators Julia Timpson and Benny Thatcher, from Kelly’s Place Children’s Centre on Cameraygal Land. Julia and Benny discuss their approach to the Anti-Bias Goals as well as how the children they work with drew upon their understanding of identifying unfairness to enact several projects. One of these projects manifested to include other centres across the Country in an effort to gain signatures for the petition to have the Aboriginal flag flown per...
S2 Ep5: Interview with Casey Goodman
May 02, 2021 22:30 - 30 minutes - 35.3 MBOn today’s episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica speaks with Casey Goodman, from Wurundjeri Land in Brunswick Melbourne. Casey discusses her journey as Aboriginal Program leader across several services where she has shared her own passions and ideas of how to respectfully and meaningfully embed Aboriginal perspectives. Casey generously shares some of the challenges and celebrations on bringing other staff on the same journey. Drawing heavily upon her belief in community, Casey details how ...
S2 Ep4: Interview with Alix Hill
April 25, 2021 22:30 - 17 minutes - 19.9 MBToday on Educator Yarns Jessica speaks with Alix Hill, early childhood educator on Wurundjeri Land in Sunbury Victoria. Alix reflects on the navigation of inbuilt fears, common misunderstandings and an eventual realisation of obligation which lead to the creation of her teams Reconciliation Action Plan. This began a journey of a deeper more truthful embedding of Aboriginal Perspectives into their service. From their first moment during their Certificate 3 through to the engagement of s...
S2 Ep3: Interview with Sue Motley
April 18, 2021 22:30 - 34 minutes - 39.9 MBToday’s guest on Educator Yarns is Sue Motley, Director of Armidale Community Preschool located on Anewan country in NSW’s New England Tableland. Sue shares with Jessica her extensive journey in embedding Aboriginal perspectives beginning with her visit and subsequent teacher exchange program with educators from Fitzroy Crossing in WA, along with her nature pedagogy network, Nature Play Conference and her discoveries on just how deeply country informs and connects us all.
S2 Ep2: Interview with Narelle Avis
April 11, 2021 22:34 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBOn today’s episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica speaks with Narelle Avis, Director of Cooma North Preschool, on Ngarigo Land in the Snowy Mountains of NSW. Narelle talks about her journey and the insights learnt in connecting with the local community, the challenges and the rewards of persistence, genuine reflection and the importance of listening when seeking those connections.
S2 Ep2: Interview with Narelle Davis
April 11, 2021 22:34 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBOn today’s episode of Educator Yarns, Jessica speaks with Narelle Davis, Director of Cooma North Preschool, on Ngarigo Land in the Snowy Mountains of NSW. Narelle talks about her journey and the insights learnt in connecting with the local community, the challenges and the rewards of persistence, genuine reflection and the importance of listening when seeking those connections.
S2 Ep1: Interview with Donna Morley
April 04, 2021 20:21 - 32 minutes - 37 MBToday on educator Yarns Jessica speaks with Donna Morley and tackles the big question, how exactly do we tackle the big questions. Donnas deep respect for children comes through in this interview as she discusses the importance of being honest, and open when answering the questions of children. Not only to establish a relationship of respect but also to acknowledge the big world questions the children do have and do want answers to. She reflects on the agency of the child and how to begi...