How Preschool Teachers Do It
282 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★ - 70 ratingsNew episodes are released every Monday.
Do you wonder how experts in working with early learners address children's behavior and motivate them to be their best selves? If you are a family member, teacher, or anyone who impacts the lives of young children, join Alison Kentos (Early Childhood Teacher) & Cindy Terebush (Early Childhood Specialist) every Monday to find out how a preschool teacher and early childhood consultant do what they do every day!
Learn more about us on our website: https://howpreschoolteachersdoit.com
Learn more about Cindy's work on her website: https://helpingkidsachieve.com
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Episodes
30: Preparing for Back to School
August 12, 2019 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBWhat 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.
July 29, 2019 12:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBIt 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?
July 15, 2019 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBTeaching 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
July 01, 2019 22:59 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBAnswering Listeners Questions
Live Episode Details - Where and When to Listen
June 21, 2019 00:13 - 2 minutes - 1.83 MBListen 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
June 17, 2019 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBDo 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
June 03, 2019 12:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBHelp 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 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBNow 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 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBWondering 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
April 22, 2019 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBWe 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.
April 08, 2019 12:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWe 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 .....
March 25, 2019 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBEveryone 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
March 11, 2019 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBTaking 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
February 25, 2019 13:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBHard 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
February 11, 2019 13:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBWhat 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!
January 28, 2019 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBLearning 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
January 14, 2019 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBWorried about potty training? Frustrated with the process? Find out how preschool teachers do it!
15: Fear Not! You Can Navigate Kids Fears
December 31, 2018 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat 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?
December 17, 2018 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBHow 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
December 03, 2018 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBHow 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
November 19, 2018 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBCindy 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?
November 05, 2018 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBDo 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?
October 22, 2018 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBDo 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!"
October 08, 2018 12:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB"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?
September 24, 2018 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MB"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?
September 10, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBYou 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.
August 27, 2018 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBIs 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
August 13, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBValidating 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
July 30, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBDo 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
July 16, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBDo you have trouble setting boundaries and having children understand rules? Cindy & Alison tackle this topic in 2 episodes of the podcast.
2: Separation Anxiety
July 02, 2018 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBSeparation 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
June 28, 2018 15:28 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBDo 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.