How Preschool Teachers Do It
How Preschool Teachers Do It is a podcast hosted by Alison Kentos, an early childhood teacher, and Cynthia Terebush, an early childhood specialist. Each week, they share insights on how to effectively manage children's behavior and motivate young learners. The show is aimed at parents, teachers, and anyone involved in the lives of young children. Episodes are released every Monday.
Episodes
392: More It's Not A Milestone with Cynthia and Alison
Cynthia and Alison believe that when you see something, say something. They've seen more demands or expectations for children's learning that are not research-based milestones. Join them for a continuation of a topic discussed on the podcast in a prior episode.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolt
391-Confirmation Bias in Relationships with Cynthia and Alison
Confirmation bias impacts our relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Join Cynthia and Alison to learn what it is and how we can work to prevent its impact.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family edu
390: Lifelong Social Emotional Development with Cynthia and Alison
Society expects young children to possess such advanced social-emotional skills! Let's be honest - we are all still working on those skills. Join Cynthia and Alison for a conversation about the social-emotional skills we are still honing, how we know, and what we can do for children and for us.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: http
389: Circle Back- Has Addressing Separation Anxiety Improved with Cynthia and Alison
It's time to circle back to a topic from much earlier in the How Preschool Teachers Do It podcast! It's been years since we started talking about separation anxiety on the podcast. Join Cynthia and Alison as they discuss whether the ways we help children through separations have improved.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://ww
388: Tiered Behavior Support with Cynthia and Alison
It is essential that we work toward strong relationships and high-quality environments for young children, but that isn't the only level of support that may be needed for persistent, intense, challenging behavior. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about the tiers of support when behavior needs more intervention.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like
387: The Myth of Spoiling Kids with Cynthia and Alison
For generations, people concerned themselves with "spoiling" children. Join Cynthia and Alison for a dynamic conversation about what we can do, what we cannot do, and how to address it with people who still talk about it.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's wo
386: What's Their Participation Level with Cynthia and Alison
Did you know that there is a Ladder of Participation that helps us understand at what level children are meaningfully involved in what they are doing? Join Cynthia and Alison to learn about the ladder and the levels at which children participate in activities.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolte
385: Circle Back-Has Morning Meeting Improved with Cynthia and Alison
Join Cynthia and Alison as they "circle back" to a topic they discussed years ago. Has circle time / morning meeting improved since then? What other strategies can we add now that years have gone by? Don't miss this special circle back episode of How Preschool Teachers Do It!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.
384: Winning Different Ways with Cynthia and Alison
It is true that in games and in life, there may be one winner. We can teach children that one person won, AND in some ways, we all win. Join Cynthia and Alison to learn how one person can be declared the winner while we all win something.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more a
383: Plan Productive Struggles with Cynthia and Alison
One of the cognitive skills we want to encourage in the early learning years is persistence. Intentional productive struggles help children to think more deeply and build persistence. Join Cynthia and Alison to learn the meaning of a productive struggle and how to plan for them.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook
382: Combating Perfectionism in Early Learners with Cynthia and Alison
Have you encountered very young children who get upset when they are not perfect? Do you want to avoid creating perfectionism when interacting with young children? Join Cynthia and Alison for this listener-request-inspired episode focusing on strategies to deal with and avoid perfectionism.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://
381: More on Clean Up with Cynthia and Alison
Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what to do when the desire to avoid cleaning up becomes contagious in an early childhood setting.Note: The only AI used in this episode is the image - everything we say is all us humans!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about
REWIND: Sleep Habits with Cindy and Alison
It's Memorial Day in the United States, and so we have a rewind of the How Preschool Teachers Do It Podcast! Time-travel back with us to episode 233, originally released in 2023. We will be back with original episodes next week!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynth
380: All About Childhood Loneliness with Cindy and Alison
There are many reasons why a child may feel lonely, and they might not be able to express them. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about the signs, impact, and strategies related to childhood loneliness.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, includin
379: The Dangers of Crying It out with Cindy and Alison
For generations, and still today, there has been a belief that young children need to "cry it out" when they are upset. We now know the long-term impact of crying it out on children's psyches as they head toward adulthood. Are you trying to get someone to understand why you don't let your child "cry it out?" Then, this episode is for you!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit
378: How They View You with CIndy and Alison
In this episode of the How Preschool Teachers Do It Podcast, Cynthia and Alison discuss the stages through which children perceive their caregivers. Join us to see you through their eyes and discover how we can support their changing perspectives on who we are and what we do for them.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.fa
377: Purpose, Not Paperwork: Understanding Standards with Cindy and Alison
Have you seen the standards that govern expectations for children's learning? Many people work with and raise young children without knowing the expectations for their learning and development. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss the value of understanding the standards and how they impact early educators and families.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to li
376: AI and Children's Toys with Cindy and Alison
What's the difference between today's AI toys and talking toys from the past? Today's AI toys can learn from their interactions with children and adults. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what these toys can and maybe shouldn't do.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn
375: Tech to Predict Tantrums with Cindy and Alison
In a rare How Preschool Teachers Do It occurrence, Cindy and Alison disagree! In this episode, learn about the new tech being developed and decide how you feel about it. Who do you agree with? Let us know by visiting https://HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt.com and navigating to the poll page.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.f
374: Let Them Eat Food with Cindy and Alison
Children's basic needs must be met for them to be the best version of themselves. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what it looks like when those needs are not met, which unfortunately happens more often than we may think.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more abou
373: Two Truths and No Lies with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the concept that two truths can coexist for children, their families, and their early educators simultaneously. Why? Because of human behavior!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional develo
372: Clapping Games are Essential Learning with Cindy and Alison
Clapping games are more than just a source of fun. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about the skills built when we play clapping games and why it's concerning that we often don't know many of them.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including pr
371- Loss, Grief and Early Childhood with Cindy and Alison
Note: The co-hosts of this podcast are not mental health professionals. If you or someone you love is struggling with loss and grief, please seek the help of a qualified mental health professional. From the viewpoint of early educators, Cynthia and Alison discuss the impact of grief and loss on young children. Join this episode to consider the importance of supporting children through these exp
370: Reframing Words Changes Actions with Cindy and Alison
Do you say "centers," "houskeeping area," "show and tell," or other common early childhood words without thinking about whether they matter? What we say impacts how we act and how we view expectations of young children. In this episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cynthia and Alison discuss the importance of broadening our language to help everyone.Check out our website: https://www.howpres
369: Early Lessons on Healthy Habits with Cindy and Alison
Are there lessons about taking care of yourself that you wish you had learned when you were younger? Did you understand why you were told to eat certain foods or be active? Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how we can help today's children establish healthy habits as part of their everyday lives.Note: Only the image for today's episode was generated by AI. Cynthia and Alison couldn't be more
368: Nonsense Data with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion of the abstract things we say to children and why that only provides them with "nonsense data."Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:
367: The Unknown Sense of Interoceptive Awareness with Cindy and Alison
Did you know we actually have more than five senses? Interoceptive awareness is the ability to sense and interpret signals from within the body. Do you wonder why your child is not warm when you are? Do you think about why children don't realize they feel sick? In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss this important sense and how it manifests in our interactions with young children.Check out our
366: Snake Oil in Early Ed with CIndy and Alison
Have you heard about the salespeople long ago who would try to sell cures that did not work? Unfortunately, there are people who try to do the same thing with strategies for early learners that are not research-based and proven to be effective. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what does not have an easy cure and what you can do.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachers
365: It's Not a Milestone with Cindy and Alison
Cynthia and Allison discuss that some activities we do are not essential milestones. Why do we do them? Do they still have value? Join us for a robust discussion on what constitutes a milestone and what does not.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, inclu
364: Sayings That Confuse Kids with Cynthia and Alison
Adults use sayings to teach children life lessons, but do those sayings make sense to young children? Do the sayings even reflect real-life skills? Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion of sayings that baffle early learners (and. maybe us, too).Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLe
363: Infants and Toddlers and Trust with Cynthia and Alison
Should we go to the crying child? What happens if we don't? Join Cynthia and Alison as they discuss Eric Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, with a focus on the first stage of trust versus mistrust.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including
362: What's In A Name with Cynthia and Alison
Do you notice something different about our names in the title of this episode of the "How Preschool Teachers Do It" podcast? Join Cynthia and Alison as they discuss the importance of using other people's names correctly and what we should do in early childhood education settings.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebo
361: Rhyming and Alliteration with Cindy and Alison
Have you rhymed with children and played the Name Game song together without knowing exactly why this is so important? In this episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cindy and Alison discuss the importance of alliteration and rhyming in developing children's vocabularies.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.co
REWIND: Mixed Ages What Younger Kids Need to Know
It's a Winter Break Rewind of the How Preschool Teachers Do It Podcast! Time travel back with us to episode 128 and find out what we discussed about spaces with mixed ages of children. You won't want to miss this rewind (and how different we look on YouTube!)Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschooltea
REWIND: The ABCs of Challenging Behavior with Cindy and Alison
It's a Winter Break Rewind of the How Preschool Teachers Do It Podcast episode about the ABCs of Challenging Behavior. We are taking you all the way back to episode 96! Come listen, learn, and enjoy this blast from the podcast past!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about C
360: Modern Packages, Fewer Skills with Cindy and Alison
Did you know that the packages food and other products come in can build children's fine motor skills and independent abilities? What happens when the packaging of items changes? Join Cindy and Alison to discuss how we can maintain basic skills in this era of quick convenience.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.
359: Today's Great Books with Cindy and Alison
Cindy and Alison discuss several children's books that did not exist when they were young but are valuable resources for teaching social-emotional skills and emotional regulation. Time to update your book collection? Check this episode first!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn mo
358: Does Absence in Preschool Matter with Cindy and Alison
Join Cindy and Alison as they highlight the impacts of chronic absenteeism on children's development and learning, as well as strategies to combat this national epidemic.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family educ
357: Attend to the Aggressor with Cindy and Alison
When children fight, everyone is struggling. We have been told for years to "attend to the victim," which is one piece of what is needed. The aggressor needs you, too! Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how we can care for the aggressor and help them, too.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpresc
356: Feelings are Facts with Cindy and Alison
Has anyone ever said to you, "That's a feeling, not a fact." Exactly how dismissive does that feel? Of course it does, because your feelings and the emotions of children are a fact! Join Cindy and Alison as they talk more about feelings as facts and how to interact with children who may have more than one feeling for each situation.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/B
355: Through the Eyes of Each Child with Cindy and Alison
No two children are alike, and no two children experience their early childhood program in the same way. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss what this means for the assumptions we make and how we need to teach each of the children in our care.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn
354: Infants, Toddlers and DAP with Cindy and Alison
For years, we have done activities with infants and toddlers that were pushed down from what older children are ready to do. It is time we advocate for infants, toddlers, and the staff who work with them by insisting that our activities and interactions are developmentally appropriate for this age group. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what we've done and what is actually how we shoul
353: Restore Reading with Cindy and Alison
Research has revealed that there is a decline in parents reading to their children. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss why this might be happening and the impact of bringing reading with children back.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including pro
352: Knowing or Accepting with Cindy and Alison
Knowing about something or someone is not the same as accepting them. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss the distinction between having knowledge about a topic and demonstrating acceptance of it.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professio
351: Don't Be a Non-Responder with Cindy and Alison
Are you a responder or a non-responder? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the concept of responders and non-responders and how that impacts early childhood education.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, fami
350: Guilt vs Shame with Cindy and Alison
In this episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cindy and Alison discuss the difference between guilt and shame, inspired by a quote from a TV show. Join us to consider how these emotions affect children in different ways and how we can ensure they know they are enough.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/h
349: With Love with Cindy and Alison
Sometimes, we need to wait for a child's tantrum to end or for children to be ready to discuss their big feelings with us. The most important thing we can do is something that wasn't done in past generations. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about handling what challenges us with love.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.fac
348: Princess Lessons with Cindy and Alison
Children love to pretend to be princesses (and princes). When they do, we are provided with teachable moments about the personalities and, perhaps, flaws in the characters. Join Cindy and Alison to learn about discussions you might want to have with children who are pretending to be royalty.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https:/
347: Expand Emotions Vocabularies with Cindy and Alison
Children and adults use more than just the words on your emotions chart to describe how they are feeling. In this episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cindy and Alison discuss the other words that people use and the validity of them all. Listen and then send your emotions words to us through our website - HowPreschoolTeachersDoIt.com!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdo
346: Trauma Diagnoses with Cindy and Alison
Why is it that the type of ongoing trauma that children may experience is not its own diagnosis in the DSM-5? Join Cindy and Alison for their discussion about why and tips for ensuring we have trauma-informed early childhood environments.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more a
345: When to Let Go with Cindy and Alison
Have you thought about who should let go first when you interact with children? Who lets go of the hug or conversation? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about these questions and others related to how our connections with children should end.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLe
344: Behavior Training Devices with Cindy and Alison
In today's technological world, it is important to consider how using devices and apps impacts children's behavior and understanding of how the real world works. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about how children's behavior is shaped by their technological experiences.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.co
343: Are They Really Sensory Issues with Cindy and Alison
Sometimes, adults assume children are being stubborn, picky, and uncooperative when they actually may be responding to sensory input issues. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about when children's actions are caused by what we do not suspect.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLea
342: Here's The Magic Formula with Cindy and Alison
At last, Cindy and Alison are ready to share the magic formula! Are you looking for a magic formula for addressing challenging behavior or for other classroom management or parenting challenges? This episode is for you!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work
341: Acting As If with Cindy and Alison
We are human, so there are bound to be activities we enjoy doing with children more than others. We need to be careful not to send silent messages that discourage children based on our preferences. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how we can teach children that different people can like different things.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Faceb
340: Tracking Your Wins with Cindy and Alison
Not every one of your accomplishments shows up on reports of children reaching milestones. Every day, there are quieter actions and interactions that show you are succeeding in this quest to nurture and educate early learners. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the importance of tracking the wins that are less visible but just as significant.Check out our website: https://www.howprescho
339: Curriculum Marketed to Families with Cindy and Alison
Just because they sell it and have marketing campaigns doesn't mean it's best for your children. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what is actually developmentally appropriate learning for young children (hint: You don't need to buy an expensive curriculum).Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpr
338: Generational Shifts Pt 2 with Cindy and Alison
The conversation with Cindy and Alison's millennial guest continues as they dive into the differences that technology has made in the lives of young children. Join Cindy, Alison, and Michael as this two-parter wraps up with the changes from one generation to another and how that can impact young children.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook
337: Generational Shifts Pt 1 with Cindy and Alison
Instead of talking ABOUT millennials, in this episode, Cindy and Alison talk WITH a millennial. Join us for a discussion about what today's early learners can gain from the influence of millennials.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professio
336: Things We Don't Think Anymore with Cindy and Alison
Sometimes, information we think is true and have talked about for years turns out to not be so true. What do you think when a child "W" sits? What do you think about the importance of people who work with infants? This and more as Cindy and Alison discuss what we don't think anymore.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.fac
335: Are You Intentionable with Cindy and Alison
In one of the best mashing of two words unintentionally, Cindy's colleague created a great, new word - Intentionable. Are you intentionable? Join Cindy and Alison to learn what it means and join us in a campaign to make it viral and get it in the dictionary! Share this episode far and wide, Preschool Peeps!Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Faceboo
334: Theory of Mind with Cindy and Alison
Have you heard of Theory of Mind? Even if you haven't heard that phrase, you've likely seen it play out in your interactions with early learners. Cindy and Alison discuss Theory of Mind, how it shows up, and the impact on our interactions with young children.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschooltea
333: What's Real Knowledge with Cindy and Alison
Don't let social media posts fool you into thinking memorization is real knowledge! Just because children can repeat what you say or do doesn't mean they understand it. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about what real knowledge and understanding looks like and how to promote it.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.fa
332: This is Positive Guidance with Cindy and Alison
Most early educators and families know that positive guidance helps children learn about rules, boundaries, and expectations. Do you know the characteristics of positive approaches for teaching children about behavior? Cindy and Alison discuss the essential elements of a positive approach that supports children and teaches them how to use their power in productive ways.Check out our website: http
331: Documenting Vacations with Cindy and Alison
It's the time of year when families plan their vacations. Let's encourage them to document vacations so their children can share their adventures with teachers and classmates! In this episode of the podcast, Cindy and Alison talk about several ways families can share their vacations with us in early childhood programs.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like
330: You Can Find Nature Everywhere with Cindy and Alison
There is so much young children can learn from being in nature and exploring all it offers. Luckily, nature can be found in every environment. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about nature activities in cities, the suburbs, and rural areas.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLear
329: The Continuing Prevalence of Name Calling with Cindy and Alison
The biter, the hitter, the runner, the climber...Why do some adults continue to label children this way? Would you do that to an adult? Join Cindy and Alison for a reflection on why this happens and what we can do.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, inc
328: Focusing Your Large Group with Cindy and Alison
Whenever you gather children for a large group experience, consider focusing the lesson moral development. In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss what is included in moral development and how we can focus on that during class meetings, read-alouds, and more.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolt
327: Spirit Tunnels in Preschool with Cindy and Alison
Have you seen the viral spirit tunnel videos from the @JenniferHudsonShow ? What a great way to prepare her guests for a great interview... and for us to welcome young children as they arrive at their early childhood program! Join Cindy and Alison to consider how you might add this motivational, fun, and engaging moment to your days.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.co
326: Are The Wrong Children in Special Ed with Cindy and Alison
Some populations are underrepresented in special education classes, and others are overrepresented. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about being more aware of what impacts who tends to be referred more often and not often enough.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more abou
325: Why Kids Paint Themselves with Cindy and Alison
Do you have children who paint themselves instead of the paper? Do you remember covering your hand with @ElmersGlue and peeling it off? Join Cindy and Alison to learn why children do this and other actions that cover their skin and bodies.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more
324: Creating Brave Spaces with Cindy and Alison
What is a brave space, and why can that change how we perceive our early childhood settings? How can it help children meet the challenge of trying new things? Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about changing the focus of the sort of spaces we set up for young children.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/
323: Reducing Outdoor Stress with Cindy and Alison
Adults often think of recess or outdoor time as a fun time for all children. Some children, however, find the outdoor, free-play, slightly chaotic environment stressful. In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss the causes of that stress and how we can reduce it.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoo
322: Are Families Imposing On Other Families with Cindy and Alison
Has a family ever asked you to stop other families from allowing their children to watch particular TV shows? Has a parent ever asked you to tell other families to stop dressing their children in clothes that depict characters from video games or shows? This sort of request seems to be happening more often. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about helping families understand that we cannot ask
321: Disorganized Attachments- Infants, Toddlers and Beyond with Cindy and Alison
Secure, nurturing attachments are essential from the time children are infants and as they get older. In this episode, Cindy and Alison talk about the importance of children learning trust instead of fear and how you can make that happen.NOTE: This episode may evoke strong feelings. Though the episode does not focus on extreme situations, we encourage you to take care of yourself. If the episode i
320: Make Teaching Topics Verbs with Cindy and Alison
Have you ever thought about the fact that most early childhood teaching topics are nouns? Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how using verbs for teaching topics opens up more possibilities for the curiosity and exploration of young children.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn
319: Not Everyone Wants the Spotlight with Cindy and Alison
Being good with your own company or solitude is beneficial to everyone, including young children. Some children want the spotlight and others do not. Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion about the children who stand out by not being in the spotlight.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdo
318: Screen Time and Other Limits with Cindy and Alison
It can be challenging to set screen time limits, but it is worth it! Cindy and Alison talk about the life lessons that come from teaching children that they have the power to limit their actions.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional
317: Family Child Care Is Early Education, Too with Cindy and Alison
Family Child Care providers are early educators! Join Cindy and Alison to learn more about these nurturing home settings and what a quality family child care environment values and provides for children and families.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, i
316: Feelings: Permission Granted! with Cindy and Alison
In prior generations, many children were taught to hide their feelings. We aren't going to do that anymore! In this episode, Cindy and Alison talk about the hows and whys of granting permission and making room for children's many emotions, from joy to anger to sadness.Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/howpr
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