Childhood Evolved

In this episode I revisit some of the points I made in my last episode, and go over new data and studies that point us in the right direction. How do you decide which is more beneficial: Sending your kiddo to school to play and learn and be with friends, or keeping them safe from COVID at home? In this episode, and the last, I give you information to empower your decision. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode we are going to get into some of the issues around sending your child back to school, childcare, or camp. We have to weigh all of the risks with all of the benefits, as much as possible. We have to keep in mind that there are serious risks to children's mental and social/emotional health if they miss out on quality early education, and interaction with other children. Please take a moment to review the show on whatever platform you are using to listen-it helps more than you know! And if you haven't done so already, check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved Thanks! And please drop me an email at ChildhoodEvolved@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey there! Yes I know I missed days 5 & 6. With all going on in the world, I am shifting towards posting an update a couple of times per week rather than every day. You know, this thing is looking like it is going to last a lot longer than any us hoped. Tonight I talk a bit about the psychological impact of that on our well being. Just acknowledging the trauma, and sheer scale of it, can help. Please check out my Patreon page at www.Patreon.com/ChildhoodEvolved , and please email me feedback questions/ideas for topics to: ChildhoodEvolved@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today I give an overview of how young children learn, and I take a step back to remind listeners of the two optimal ingredients of healthy child development; Play, and Relationships. Please send your questions, comments, and ideas for topics to ChildhoodEvolved@gmail.com , and check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved for more ways to get involved. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today I talk about how we are all in this thing together, and I give you strategies for envisioning that end point, in order to cultivate the strength to make it through the harder times. Please send me your feedback, and ideas for show topics, to: ChildhoodEvolved@gmail.com . And check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved for more ways to get involved. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

There are so many different ideas and opinions circulating right now, and so much conflicting information. How do we make sense of it all? How do we know what to do right now? And how do we plan for the future? What will it even look like? Please reach out with your questions at ChildhoodEvolved@gmail.com , and check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved . --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Things are getting a little crazy out there, but maybe they aren't as bad as they can appear. Starting now I am going to post a short update each day, especially taking into consideration your questions, comments, and topic ideas. Please reach out to me at ChildhoodEvolved@gmail.com . My goal is to reduce your stress levels and provide positive, nurturing information each day to support you in responding with strength to this unfolding situation. If you haven't done so already please check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved . --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I will discuss ways to support children in processing the current situation unfolding in our world. Listeners in hot spots will hear practical tips on supporting children through this time, including in continuing to aid healthy child development, chiefly through play. There is so much we can do to stay healthy, balanced, and sane during this time. Thanks for listening today, and please check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I dive into the importance of attention span development in children...and in adults! I also talk about why this is so important. Please take a moment to review the show on whatever platform you are using to listen-it helps more than you know! And if you haven't done so already, check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved Thanks! On this show I mention the book "Deep Work" by Cal Newport. Check it out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I talk about some of the more predatory gifts on the market this holiday season, especially those centered around screens. I talk about how children best learn, and engage with the world, especially through PLAY. Then, I give some of my own gift ideas and recommendations for young children this holiday season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On the episode I talk about the role of news media in our own lives, as well as self care as a practice to sustain and nourish us in our work with children. Then, I talk about the effects of news media on young children. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode is about safety, danger, risk, reward, and decision making. The world is a complicated place; how do we help children learn to navigate all of that? Hint: Putting them in a bubble ain't the answer. Check out my Patreon! www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved And please, if you haven't done so already, review me on iTunes. It helps a lot. THANK YOU! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I continue to discuss ways to infuse a love of reading, literature, stories, and books into the lives of young children. Here are some of the specific books we talked about today: Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul by Dr. Stuart Brown Dragons Love Tacos, 1&2 by Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri On A Magical Do Nothing Day by Beatrice Alemagna King Alice by Matthew Cordell Mr. Wuffles! by David Wiesner --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I talk about the new book "How to Raise a Reader" by Pamela Paul and Maria Russo, editors of the New York Times book review. I also mention Cal Newport's book "Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World" by Cal Newport. I talk about my own history with reading and what it has meant to me, especially in this age of screens and distractions. Please support me on Patreon, it would mean the world to me! www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I try to give a breakdown of some basic terms around gender identity. I also delve into my own personal journey with gender. Please check out the Genderbread person, found easily on google image search. Also check out my Patreon page at www.patreon.com/childhoodevolved . It would mean the world to me if you would become a supporter today! It would also mean so much for you to give me a great rating at the iTunes store. Thanks everyone! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I attempt to debunk the "myth" of school readiness....or is it a myth? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I get into the phrase "You're OK!" Often parents, caregivers, and teachers use this phrase in an attempt to help children calm down, but it can actually have quite the opposite effect. In this episode I explain why, and help to give some suggestions for things we can say and do instead. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we get into the issue of control, and how much to give children, especially around food. How do we know when to retain control, and when to let children have more power? I also reference the book "Child of Mine: Feeding with Love and Good Sense" by Ellyn Satter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Most parents and teachers have had to deal with a frightened child at one time or another. In this episode I discuss ways to help children overcome their fear, and to feel stronger and more powerful. One of my favorite ways to do this is with scary stories. I will link some albums on Spotify below. Big Joe the Storyteller: His "Spooky Ooky" album is the one I reference on this episode. I highly recommend it for your preschooler! https://open.spotify.com/artist/534lluFvv8kA5eZEi3Eson https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/big-joe-the-storyteller/267801707 Mark Binder: I recommend his classic stories for preschool age. Note: His scary album is likely too frightening for your preschooler. https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uw78WlWx2jOiK3NikDdf9 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

One of the many things we are responsible for as adults is deciding how children spend their time. In this episode I reflect on the practice of Circle Time in particular. Are we really being good stewards of children's time? How can we add more value to the lives of our kiddos? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Young Children are still learning, and often bump up against adult rules and expectations. They also have conflicts with friends and siblings that can be quite heated! How do we support them in learning from their mistaken behaviors, and how do we help them recover from these moments? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we take a look at things you can do to help improve your child's day to day experience in their daycare, preschool, or child care center. Whether you LOVE your program, are OK with it, or are thinking of bailing out, there are many small (and bigger) things you can do to help your child out, starting right now! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we talk about how to find preschools, daycares, and childcare centers...and how to determine if they might be a good fit for your family. We also discuss how to tour, what questions to ask, and finally....a few tips on how to increase your odds of getting in. NAEYC Accreditation Search: https://families.naeyc.org/search_programs CA CCLD Facility Search: https://secure.dss.ca.gov/CareFacilitySearch/ QRIS information: https://qrisguide.acf.hhs.gov/states --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I talk about the two most important things to look for in a potential preschool or childcare program: PLAY, and Relationships. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Whether children are graduating from preschool to Kindergarten, or changing classrooms within their school, or just saying goodbye to old friends and welcoming new faces-it can be a lot to process. In this episode I discuss ways to support children through these challenging times. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Childhood Evolved was born out of long standing belief I have that...things can be better. In this mini-episode as I explain more about why I started the podcast, and what my vision for it is. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app