Home & Classroom
131 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsHOME & CLASSROOM and HOME & CLASSROOM SHORTIES! is a podcast by Brightside Up covering the world of children's development.
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Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child development experts. Shorties! is a news-style podcast on what's happening at Brightside Up.
Our vision is to create a world where all children are understood.
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Episodes
Shorties! 14
September 29, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Stabilization 2.0 Grant, the sandbox on our website, what's upcoming in the instructional suite, and our newest Brightsiders. The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "Family Separation" read by Nora on our mental health team, and the "Worry Box" tip card. Show links: Stabilization 2.0 Grant Grants in the Sandbox Upcoming in the Instructional Suite Family Separation Social S...
Managing First Time Jitters With Kim Polstein
September 22, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBIn this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with Kim Polstein, LMSW, Director of Mental Health Services at Brightside Up about managing first time worries. Together they all share recent experiences with first-time jitters and Kim shines some light on how to call attention to, and care for those feelings. Mentioned during the show: - Get your Brightside Up baby onesies! Email us at [email protected] - Making Connections Mini Conference Registration - Contact Kim at kpolst...
Shorties! 13
September 15, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.54 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Understand Me Toolkits, Schenectady County Cares Subsidy Program, expired/used epinephrine auto-injector disposal as Brightside Up, the B5 SUNY/CUNY Workforce Scholarships and Brightside Up babies. The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "First Day of School" read by Misha on our mental health team and the "Easy No Cook Play Dough" mixture tip card. Show links: Understand Me ...
Understand Me Toolkits | Shorties! 13
September 15, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.54 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Understand Me Toolkits, Schenectady County Cares Subsidy Program, expired/used epinephrine auto-injector disposal as Brightside Up, the B5 SUNY/CUNY Workforce Scholarships and Brightside Up babies. The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "First Day of School" read by Misha on our mental health team and the "Easy No Cook Play Dough" mixture tip card. Show links: Understand Me ...
CACFP Reimbursement | Shorties! 12
September 08, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.57 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on CACFP reimbursement rates, the Workforce Development Institute, the benefits of becoming a child care provider, new Brightside Up staff, and the Brightside Up's recipe video series. The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "I Can Rest" ready by Philomina on our mental health team and the "Perfect Picnic" article out of our Home and Classroom Magazine. Show links: CACFP Reimburs...
Shorties! 12
September 08, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.57 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on CACFP reimbursement rates, the Workforce Development Institute, the benefits of becoming a child care provider, new Brightside Up staff, and the Brightside Up's recipe video series. The Bright Ideas in this episode include the social story, "I Can Rest" ready by Philomina on our mental health team and the "Perfect Picnic" article out of our Home and Classroom Magazine. Show links: CACFP Reimburs...
Shorties! 11
September 01, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.4 MBWe are back! In this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Brightside Up's Making Connections Mini Conference, Bond With Me tool kits, Home & Classroom Magazine Vol.9 Family, Child Care Assistance, and new Brightside Up staff. The Bright Ideas in this episode include one of our new social stories and a new tip card from the mixtures series. This week's social story was read by Emily on our mental health team, titled, "The First Day of Scho...
Our Making Connections Mini Conference | Shorties! 11
September 01, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.4 MBWe are back! In this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Brightside Up's Making Connections Mini Conference, Bond With Me tool kits, Home & Classroom Magazine Vol.9 Family, Child Care Assistance, and new Brightside Up staff. The Bright Ideas in this episode include one of our new social stories and a new tip card from the mixtures series. This week's social story was read by Emily on our mental health team, titled, "The First Day of Scho...
Home & Classroom Season Three Finale
June 30, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBRachel and Kate join forces to share exciting announcements in this finale of Home & Classroom season three! Tune in to learn about the Summer Fun map filled with places to visit and play with your children; plus the announcements of this year's Dianne Meckler Scholarship and runner up recipients along with the "Nominate Someone Great" gift card winners. Mentioned in the show: Brightside Up's Summer Fun Map --- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's de...
CDA | Shorties! 10
June 23, 2022 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on all things CDA! The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Timeless Tunes Tip Card and the "Supporting Purposeful Play" article from our Wellness Issue of Home & Classroom magazine. Show links: CDA Timeless Tunes Supporting Purposeful Play Contacts: Learn More About CDA: Heather Sweet [email protected] --- ...
Shorties! 10
June 23, 2022 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on all things CDA! The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Timeless Tunes Tip Card and the "Supporting Purposeful Play" article from our Wellness Issue of Home & Classroom magazine. Show links: CDA Timeless Tunes Supporting Purposeful Play Contacts: Learn More About CDA: Heather Sweet [email protected] --- ...
Shorties! 09
June 16, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.56 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Workforce Development Program, OCFS Market Rates, Upcoming Trainings, and Brightside Up's Warm Line. The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Freeze & Find Tip Card and the "Your Bag Of Tricks" article from our Nature Issue of Home & Classroom magazine. Show links: Nominate Someone Great Dianne Meckler Scholarship Workfo...
Workforce Development Program and Trainings | Shorties! 09
June 16, 2022 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.56 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Workforce Development Program, OCFS Market Rates, Upcoming Trainings, and Brightside Up's Warm Line. The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Freeze & Find Tip Card and the "Your Bag Of Tricks" article from our Nature Issue of Home & Classroom magazine. Show links: Nominate Someone Great Dianne Meckler Scholarship Workfo...
QUALITYstarsNY with Sarah Gould-Houde
June 09, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with Sarah Gould-Houde from QUALITYstarsNY. Together the three talk about the support behind leadership and management skills that QUALITYstarsNY has to offer participating providers. QUALITYstarsNY is the states quality rating and improvement system for early childhood education programs in New York state. QUALITYstarsNY rates child care systems on a 1 to 5 star scale based on what standards are implemented in a program. Tune in to learn more ab...
Shorties! 08
June 02, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.78 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Workforce Development Program, the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, QUALITYstarsNY, new Brightside Up staff, and a Brightside up summer camp poll! The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Summer Sports Drink recipe found in our Nature Issue of Home & Classroom magazine and our Container Garden Tip Card. Show links: No...
Provider Appreciation Shout Outs | Shorties! 08
June 02, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.78 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Workforce Development Program, the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, QUALITYstarsNY, new Brightside Up staff, and a Brightside up summer camp poll! The Bright Ideas in this episode include our Summer Sports Drink recipe found in our Nature Issue of Home & Classroom magazine and our Container Garden Tip Card. Show links: No...
Pyramid Model and Mental Health Awareness | Shorties! 07
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 14 minutes - 9.86 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the Community Loan Fund, Pyramid Model Training Opportunities, Mental Health Awareness Month, the Child IT Assessment, Child Care Administrator Community of Practice, Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Early Childhood Career Development Center, and the Workforce Development Program. The Bright ideas in this episode are ...
Shorties! 07
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 14 minutes - 9.86 MBIn this episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the Community Loan Fund, Pyramid Model Training Opportunities, Mental Health Awareness Month, the Child IT Assessment, Child Care Administrator Community of Practice, Provider Appreciation Shout Outs, the Diane Meckler Scholarship, the Early Childhood Career Development Center, and the Workforce Development Program. The Bright ideas in this episode are ...
Attachment and Infant Mental Health with Rebecca DelGiudice
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBIn this episode, Rachel and Hannah chat with Brightside Up's Rebecca DelGiudice, LMSW, MS IMH-DP. Rebecca is an Infant and Toddler Mental Health Consultant & Coordinator by day and a dog mom by night. Rebecca's passion for mental health awareness and collaborating with professionals to support children's social and emotional mental health shines through her work every day. Tune in to hear Rebecca chat with Hannah and Rachel about Attachment theory, styles, and relationships within early ...
Shorties! 06
May 12, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this extended special episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, a special interview with Brightside Up Registrar, Jennifer Callaghan regarding the Deserts Grant and Family Child Care Orientation Sessions, the Community Loan Fund, and the QualityStarsNY Start with Stars support program. The Bright idea in this episode comes from Tom Copeland, a leading expert in the business of family child care. Sho...
Deep Dive Into The NY Child Care Deserts Grant | Shorties! 06
May 12, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this extended special episode of Shorties!, Kate & Claire share what's happening this week with updates on the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, a special interview with Brightside Up Registrar, Jennifer Callaghan regarding the Deserts Grant and Family Child Care Orientation Sessions, the Community Loan Fund, and the QualityStarsNY Start with Stars support program. The Bright idea in this episode comes from Tom Copeland, a leading expert in the business of family child care. Sho...
Shorties! 05
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 5.83 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening including our Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant updates, our virtual Mini Conference, the Capital Region Early Childhood Career Development Center, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy updates, National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, and the Dianne Meckler Scholarship. Bright ideas in this episode include the "Soup Breathing" tip card and ways to show your provider some appreciation. Show links: Invest...
National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day | Shorties! 05
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 5.83 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening including our Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant updates, our virtual Mini Conference, the Capital Region Early Childhood Career Development Center, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy updates, National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, and the Dianne Meckler Scholarship. Bright ideas in this episode include the "Soup Breathing" tip card and ways to show your provider some appreciation. Show links: Invest...
Young Athletes
April 28, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode, Rachel and Hannah are joined by Ryan Miller, Sr. Director of Program Young Athletes and Elementary of Special Olympics New York. Tune in to hear all about this amazing sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7. Learn more at specialolympics-ny.org --- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandcl...
Shorties! 04
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.41 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening including our latest Infant Toddler Development update, the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the Annual October Conference, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy, Respite Care Opportunities, and the April Protecting Childhood Campaign in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention month. Bright ideas in this episode include the article "Boxing Away Your Worries" and a container garden tip card to help encourage youn...
Infant Toddler Development and Our October Conference | Shorties! 04
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.41 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening including our latest Infant Toddler Development update, the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the Annual October Conference, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy, Respite Care Opportunities, and the April Protecting Childhood Campaign in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention month. Bright ideas in this episode include the article "Boxing Away Your Worries" and a container garden tip card to help encourage youn...
Shorties! 03
April 14, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening including the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the April Protecting Childhood Campaign in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention month, What's coming up from the Instructional Suite, and the 2022 Top Workplaces honor from the Time's Union. Bright ideas in this episode include an early literacy tip card to help encourage young readers. Show links: Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant Understanding CCR&Rs Best Business Practices ...
Brightside Up Named Top Workplace | Shorties! 03
April 14, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening including the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, the April Protecting Childhood Campaign in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention month, What's coming up from the Instructional Suite, and the 2022 Top Workplaces honor from the Time's Union. Bright ideas in this episode include an early literacy tip card to help encourage young readers. Show links: Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant Understanding CCR&Rs Best Business Practices ...
Understanding CCR&Rs
April 07, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this collaborative episode, Hannah and Rachel chat with Courtney Jones from Child Care Council of Cornell Cooperative Extension about all things CCR&Rs. Tune in to learn about what role CCR&Rs play in childcare, the history of childcare, and more. Mentioned on the show: Quality Stars NY Early Care & Learning Council Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy The Child Care Council Chit Chat Podcast --- On Home & Classroom, we...
Protecting Childhood | Shorties! 02
March 31, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.88 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening with Brightside Up's "Protecting Childhood" annual campaign, give information about the new CHILD IT project, review updates on the the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy, and share upcoming training, and opportunities from the Capital Region Early Childhood Career Development Center. Bright ideas in this episode include an early literacy tip card to help encourage young readers...
Shorties! 02
March 31, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.88 MBIn this episode, Kate & Claire share what's happening with Brightside Up's "Protecting Childhood" annual campaign, give information about the new CHILD IT project, review updates on the the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy, and share upcoming training, and opportunities from the Capital Region Early Childhood Career Development Center. Bright ideas in this episode include an early literacy tip card to help encourage young readers...
Shorties! 01
March 24, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.54 MBIn this episode, Kate and Claire share what's happening with the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) reimbursement estimates, and the 2022 Summer Camp Catalog. Bright ideas in this episode include the Kids in the Kitchen tip card and a recipe for Creamy Herb dip from Home & Classroom magazine. Show links: Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Car...
NY Child Care Deserts Grant, WDI Child Care Subsidy and CACFP Reimbursement | Shorties! 01
March 24, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.54 MBIn this episode, Kate and Claire share what's happening with the Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant, Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care Subsidy, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) reimbursement estimates, and the 2022 Summer Camp Catalog. Bright ideas in this episode include the Kids in the Kitchen tip card and a recipe for Creamy Herb dip from Home & Classroom magazine. Show links: Invest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Car...
CACFP
March 17, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode, Hannah and Rachel chat with Lindsey Behr from Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County Child Care Council about the crucial role nutrition plays in the development of the body and the brain. Tune in to hear about the positive & mood-boosting power of nutrition. Mentioned on the show: USDA food & nutrition service website Healthyeating.org ---- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, chi...
CACFP
March 17, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode, Hannah and Rachel chat with Lindsey Behr from Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County Child Care Council about the crucial role nutrition plays in the development of the body and the brain. Tune in to hear about the positive & mood-boosting power of nutrition. Mentioned on the show: USDA food & nutrition service website Healthyeating.org ---- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, chi...
Vroom
December 16, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode Hannah and Rachel talk with Kandi and Patience from Child Care Aware about the importance healthy brain development of children ages 0-5. They work on a project called Vroom, which provides science based tips and tools to inspire families to turn shared everyday moments into brain building moments. The goal of Vroom is to share the science of early brain development in creative ways so all children have the chance to become thriving adults. Mentioned in the show: https://w...
Kodo Kids
November 18, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBJoin Hannah & Rachel as they chat with Diane Spahn, Director of Education, and Kasey Kile, Director of Professional Development, from Kodo Kids. Kodo Kids create innovative open-ending learning materials which act as tools for authentic play. Their mission is to design resources that impact learning and enhance the lives of children. Mentioned During the Show: Kodo Kids ---- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, ...
The Hug
October 07, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBTune in as Hannah and Rachel interview Sara Allen Taylor, Project Director with the Child Care Coordinating Council of the North Country, as they discus topics like consent, healthy sexual development in children, and gender identity within early childhood development. Mentioned During the Show: Jamie Is Jamie, A Book About Being Yourself and Playing Your Way By Afsaneh Moradian Neither by Airlie Anderson ---- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's ...
"Ready Confetti"
September 16, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBListen to the gals chat with Jessica Orellana, Social-Emotional Development Educator at Brightside Up, about calming those back to school nerves, keeping a diverse and inclusive classroom environment and other wonderful tips and tricks for parents, providers and children during what can be an emotional transition to school. Jessica's thoughtful approach and perspective on school readiness is unique and extensive. -- Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child developmen...
"Ready Confetti"
September 16, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBListen to the gals chat with Jessica Orellana, Social-Emotional Development Educator at Brightside Up, about calming those back to school nerves, keeping a diverse and inclusive classroom environment and other wonderful tips and tricks for parents, providers and children during what can be an emotional transition to school. Jessica's thoughtful approach and perspective on school readiness is unique and extensive. -- Home & Classroom is an interview-style podcast featuring child developmen...
A Day In The Life: Why We Climb
June 24, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBWhy are children so eager to climb? Tune in to listen to Kate and Lindsay as they discuss the drive to climb and how the desire behind climbing changes as we grow older. Mentioned during the show | Why Kids Climb! by: Sue Atkins Home & Classroom Magazine | Vol. 1 Nature - Thrill of the Risk by Kate Smith --- Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted podcast about childhood. Have an idea or story ...
The Meal Deal with Dana Youkilis
June 10, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBListen to Dana Youkilis, MS, RDN, from the Child Care Council of Nassau talk with Hannah and Rachel about feeding preschoolers and creating positive meal time environments. Dana is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the Health and Nutrition Manager at the Child Care Council of Nassau and serves as the program manager for the Eat Well Play Hard in child care settings and Farm to Preschool initiatives. --- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's develo...
A Day In The Life: Words Matter
May 27, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBListen to Kate & Lindsay talk about the importance of words and why they matter. The words we choose to say, or how we say them can mean so much more than we think! Mentioned during the show | Creating Breastfeeding Friendly Communities (CBFD) Home & Classroom Magazine | Vol. 5 Equity --- Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted podcast about childhood. Have an idea or story to share? Email it t...
The Formula Mom (Mallory Whitmore)
May 13, 2021 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBMallory Whitmore is the Formula Mom, breaking barriers and easing stress, eliminating guilt and making formula feeding parents feel confident. She is a certified infant feeding tech and founder of the Formula Mom, a website and Instagram platform with tons of useful tips, tricks, and education on infant feeding. Hannah and Rachel have a meaningful conversation with Mallory about how to choose what's right for your family for both babies' and parents' states of mind and overall mental and phy...
Forts!
April 22, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn this episode of A Day in the Life Podcast, Kate and Lindsay talk about all things forts! Tune in and listen as they share their personal stories about playing with forts and the magic behind the many ways forts can become anything you wish them to be! Additional Resources: For new fort inspiration, take a peek at Ikea’s fort building guidelines. --- Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted ...
A Day In The Life: Forts!
April 22, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn this episode of A Day in the Life Podcast, Kate and Lindsay talk about all things forts! Tune in and listen as they share their personal stories about playing with forts and the magic behind the many ways forts can become anything you wish them to be! Additional Resources: For new fort inspiration, take a peek at Ikea’s fort building guidelines. --- Home & Classroom: A Day in the Life is a lighthearted ...
Family Engagement with Heather Sweet
April 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBListen in for an interview with Heather Sweet, Director of Professional Development at Brightside Up, as she talks with Hannah and Rachel about family engagement within child care and her passion behind it all. ---- On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email [email protected] to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today! -- Home & Classroom is an in...
A Day in the Life: It’s Also a Toy
March 25, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBJoin Lindsay & Kate as they talk about how everyday items become toys that unlock children’s imaginations and encourage creative play. Mentioned during the show: Uncommongoods.com – creative and original items Additional Resources: “It certainly doesn’t take a veteran play observer to realize that babies and toddlers tend to be most deeply engaged by toys that aren’t toys at all.” Unexpected Toy Find! By Janet Lansbury For a great list of alternatives to toys, visit Blessed Beyond Crazy’...
Moira Mills AKA Rebl Mom
March 11, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBListen to Moira Mills, founder of Rebl Mom*, as she talks about her unique childhood and how she started the Albany Pop-Up Adventure Playground. The pop-up playground is a temporary play space filled with loose parts designed to inspire imagination and creativity. Parents may view the playground as a giant childlike junk yard, but they are highly encouraged to allow their children take advantage of the opportunity to play in the outdoor space with no direction given to them. It is advised ...
Moria Mills AKA Rebel Mom
March 11, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBListen to Moria Mills, founder of Rebel Mom*, as she talks about her unique childhood and how she started the Albany Pop-Up Adventure Playground. The pop-up playground is a temporary play space filled with loose parts designed to inspire imagination and creativity. Parents may view the playground as a giant childlike junk yard, but they are highly encouraged to allow their children take advantage of the opportunity to play in the outdoor space with no direction given to them. It is advised...