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(RERUN) My Favorite Alphabet Activities: How to Teach Letters to Kids Using Printable Alphabet Games
Elevating Early Childhood - May 16, 2022 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHave you ever entered your email address to download a freebie...and then been disappointed by what you got? I know I have plenty of times! When you’re trying to find new ideas for your classroom, freebies can be very helpful. But it can also go in another direction—one where you catch yoursel...
(RERUN) How to Teach Letters of the Alphabet to Preschoolers: Why We Need to Teach Smarter - NOT Harder
Elevating Early Childhood - May 09, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsOne of the biggest challenges teachers face with teaching the alphabet is getting the letters to stick. You spend weeks teaching, following your curriculum, doing everything by the book. Everything seems to be going great. The kiddos are getting it! And then... Poof! They forget all of it! As ...
Parent Teacher Conference Tips for Preschool and Pre-K
Elevating Early Childhood - May 02, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsDo parent-teacher conferences stress you out? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Every teacher goes through the worry and the anxiety that come with them, even those of us who have been teaching for decades. It’s normal to stress about parent-teacher conferences. After all, they require a lot of...
Teaching Dual Language Learners in the Preschool and Pre-k Classroom
Elevating Early Childhood - April 25, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsTeaching dual language learners in the preschool classroom is not always easy. I taught this population exclusively for 20 years and I have met obstacles along the way — like every other teacher who’s done it before me—. However, there ARE ways to make it easier on yourself and your students. ...
How to Set up a Successful Science Center in Your Preschool Classroom
Elevating Early Childhood - April 18, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsWhen I was in school, I didn't like science class very much. I found it boring and I never enjoyed it. However, just because that was my experience, it doesn’t mean the same should happen with my preschool students. See, young children are full of curiosity and love experimenting with the envi...
The Preschool Calendar Time Q&A Session You’ve Been Waiting For!
Elevating Early Childhood - April 11, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! If you remember, a few episodes ago, I discussed calendar time and whether or not you needed it in your preschool classroom. And well... it seems many of you had even MORE questions, so I’ve decided to answer...
Using Children's Picture Books to Meet Preschool Educational Standards
Elevating Early Childhood - April 04, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Today's podcast is another one of my thrilling interviews, and I can't wait for you to meet this week's guest! But before I introduce them, let me ask you a quick question: Do you use picture books in your pr...
Calendar Time in Preschool
Elevating Early Childhood - March 28, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, Vanessa here! I'm suuuuper excited to have you over again for another fun episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Today, I'll be discussing calendar time in preschool. As you know, calendar time in the preschool classroom can be challenging (for quite a few reasons). And the ...
Do Kids Need Calendar Time In Preschool?
Elevating Early Childhood - March 28, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, Vanessa here! I'm suuuuper excited to have you over again for another fun episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Today, I'll be discussing calendar time in preschool. As you know, calendar time in the preschool classroom can be challenging (for quite a few reasons). And the ...
Troubleshooting Circle Time: What to Do When it Doesn't Go as Planned
Elevating Early Childhood - March 21, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Today, I'll be discussing circle time and what to do when it goes awry. No matter how good you are at keeping your students focused and engaged during circle time, you'll find yourself, one day or another, fa...
5 Easy Steps to Setting up Successful Sensory Table Activities
Elevating Early Childhood - March 14, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Today, we're talking… sensory table activities! Yes friends, it's time to go big or go home. Sensory play isn't just fun or messy, it turns out that it has other benefits too! If you're looking for ways to ...
Preschool Math Skills - What Comes First?
Elevating Early Childhood - March 07, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsTeaching math skills to preschoolers is not always straightforward. Not every child will find it easy to jump into the world of numbers, and some might even find math pretty intimidating. So, how can we, as early childhood teachers, help facilitate this for them? And where do we even start? ...
My Top 5 Tips for Setting up a Pet Themed Circle Time
Elevating Early Childhood - February 28, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Today's episode is one many of you have been asking for. It's part 3 of my circle time series! But before we start, let me ask you a question: Are you searching for ways to make circle time more fun and enga...
My Top 5 Time-Saving Tech Tips for Teachers
Elevating Early Childhood - February 21, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsThere are two types of teachers: Those who absolutely love technology and those who don't feel comfortable using it. But the one thing both types have in common is that they never have enough time in their work day to get everything done. I'm sure you're in the same situation as well. Always ...
The Importance of Expanding Access to Public Preschool
Elevating Early Childhood - February 14, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Today's episode is suuuuuuper exciting. "Why," you ask? Simply because I'm interviewing the brilliant Dr. Danny Brassell! If you haven't heard of him (although I'm sure many of you have), Dr. Brassell is an...
How to Create a Successful Dramatic Play Learning Center in Preschool
Elevating Early Childhood - February 07, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsFriends, before we start, let me ask you a quick question. Do your students love pretend play? I’m pretty sure your answer is a resounding “yes!” because, come on, what child doesn’t like to act out everyday scenarios for fun? Well, you can take your students’ love for dramatic play, and turn...
My Top 5 Small Group Counting Activities for Preschool
Elevating Early Childhood - January 31, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of Elevating Early Childhood! Before we start, let me ask you a quick question: Do your preschool or pre-k students need help learning how to count and develop number sense? If your answer is "YES!" then you've come to the right place, becaus...
Sensory Processing Disorder in Preschool
Elevating Early Childhood - January 24, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsDo you have kids in your classroom who have strong reactions to things like loud noises or certain smells? If your answer is "yes", then you may have students with sensory issues! Whether it's the first or the tenth time you've encountered a situation like this, it's important to know what to...
5 Easy Steps to Setting up a Successful Preschool Block Center
Elevating Early Childhood - January 17, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Before we start, let me ask you a question: What's in your block center? If you're looking for ways to spice up your block center or help your kids get the most out of the block center, then this episode is f...
Circle Time Essentials for Your Preschool Classroom
Elevating Early Childhood - January 10, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsWhat's the secret to making every circle time a smashing success? This is the question I answer in today's episode of Elevating Early Childhood! As you know, circle time is an essential part of every preschool classroom. Done right, it can be super fun and engaging! But, there is one big obst...
Living Your Best Teacher Life: Learn How to Set Boundaries and Say No!
Elevating Early Childhood - January 03, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsFriends, it's a new year!! And you know what that means… NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS! Every single December, we all collectively decide the coming year is going to be our best. But let's be honest, these last two years have been less than stellar, especially for teachers, thanks to a little someth...
My Top 5 Organizing Tips for Early Childhood Teachers
Elevating Early Childhood - December 27, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Today, we're talking… organization! If you're dreaming of a more organized teacher life in 2022, I've got you! If you want a fresh start to the new year, then kick classroom clutter to curb and organize #a...
Light Table Activities and Ideas for Preschool
Elevating Early Childhood - December 20, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsI remember the very first time I saw a light table in a classroom, I was mesmerized by the soft glow and the reflecting colors. There was just something about it that was super soothing and comforting to me. And who doesn't like soothing and comforting? I mean, those words sound like a cozy n...
Moving Beyond Behavior Charts: What Comes Next?
Elevating Early Childhood - December 13, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHello everyone, and welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood. Guess what? This week's episode is another amazing interview, with the one and only Dan St. Romain! Dan is a brilliant author and consultant with 30 years of experience in the education field. He has served...
Preschool Behavior Management Best Practices (Part 1)
Elevating Early Childhood - December 06, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHere is a question I get all the time from my listeners: "Help, my kids are out of control! What can I do?" Now this is something every early childhood teacher has had to deal with in their career. It's no secret that young children are not all angels. It's normal, they're kids, and they don'...
How to Teach the Alphabet to Preschoolers (Part 2)
Elevating Early Childhood - November 29, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHi everyone, I'm so excited to have you here back again! Today, I pick up right where I left last week in my riveting discussion with Melissa. If you're not sure what I'm talking about, let me refresh your memory a bit! Melissa and I discussed literacy, the importance of understanding the chi...
How to Teach the Alphabet to Preschoolers (Part 1)
Elevating Early Childhood - November 22, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHey friends, welcome back to a brand new episode of Elevating Early Childhood! This one is suuuuuper exciting, but before we start, let me ask you a question! Has anyone ever said to you: "Oh, you teach preschool, it must be so much fun to play all day!"? Pretty frustrating, right? Many peo...
How to Use Felt Board Stories for Retelling
Elevating Early Childhood - November 15, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsAfter working with many teachers over the years, I've noticed one thing... "What is it, Vanessa?" you ask? Well, the answer is: The lack of flannel boards! And yes, I can hear you already... "But flannel boards are sooooo old school." But let me tell you, they aren't! They can actually be u...
Top 10 Small Group Time Questions Answered
Elevating Early Childhood - November 08, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsHow can you make small group time work for you? I answer this question in today's episode of Elevating Early Childhood. When it comes to small group time, many preschool professionals find themselves scratching their heads. What is it? How does it work? And is it really that important? Well,...
Top 10 Classroom Must-Haves for Preschool Teachers
Elevating Early Childhood - November 01, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsThe one thing teachers don't have a lot of besides money is time. There's never enough time in the day to finish everything that needs to be done! That's why in this episode, I'll be sharing my 10 favorite classroom must-haves; items that have saved me time or made my teacher life easier. Some...
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