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A podcast about why kids do what they do - for the adult's trying to figure it all out! On this platform we will share professional knowledge along with stories and personal experiences to reach a variety of audiences! New episodes drop every Wednesday! Email us at: kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter by clicking on the icons in the top right-hand corner. Or by searching @kidsthesedayspod on Instagram and Facebook and @ktpod on Twitter.

Kids These Days Podcast


    • Dec 27, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 136 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Kids These Days Podcast

    UNSCRIPTED: Seasons of Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 44:19


    Join Stephanie, Ruddy, and Sarah as they close out Season Four of Kids These Days!Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Holiday Celebrations

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 10:58


    On today's episode, Stephanie is here to chat about being inclusive during the holidays. Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    EN ESPAÑOL: Estrés y Ansiedad en Cuidadores

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 11:57


    En nuestro episodio de hoy, Ruddy comparte algunos sintomas y signos que usted podrá notar con estrés, ansiedad e incluso depresión. La salud mental como cuidadores es sumamente importante, pues al saber manejar nuestra salud emocional, podemos cuidar mejor de los niños en nuestros programas de cuidado y ser lo mejor que podemos ser en nuestra carrera. Recuerdedn que los niños aprenden de nosotros - y parte de eso incluye tener inteligencia emocional y dedicarle tiempo a nuestra salud mental. -.-“Kids These Days” o Niños Estos Días, es una co-producción entre KCCTO-KITS Red de Especialistas en Infancia y Niñez (ITSN por sus siglas en inglés) y programas de KCCTO Desarrolló del Personal.KCCTO-KITS ITSN es un programa de “Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) y la universidad de Kansas Instituto en la Duración de Vida en Parsons. El Programa de Desarrollo del Personal es un programa de KCCTO. Cada programa se apoya gracias a una subvención de dinero del Departamento para Niños y Familias de Kansas Servicios para el Cuidado de Niños y Educación Temprana. Sin embargo, la información o opiniones expresadas aquí no reflexionan la posición o póliza de la agencia y no se debe inferir ninguna aprobación.  Para aprender más sobre ITSN en inglés, haz clic aquí: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0. Para aprender más sobre KCCTO y oportunidades de desarrollo profesional, visita: https://kccto.org/-.-Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Play Schemas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 19:27


    On today's episode, Sarah gives a down and dirty introduction to Play Schemas! Don't forget to keep an eye out for the training associated with this episode by visiting the KCCTO training calendar! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    REAIR: The BASICS of using sign language with Infants and Toddlers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 18:52


    On today's episode, Sarah is covering the BASICS of using sign language with infants and toddlers. Resources to check out:https://babysignlanguage.com/https://babies-and-sign-language.comhttps://baby.lovetoknow.com/Hand Talk App: Automatically translates text and audio to American Sign Language and Brazilian Sign Language through a FUN robot. It can be used in the classroom by teachers, at home, by anyone wanting to learn sign language or translate.Baby Sign and Learn App: Inspires babies to sign! Animated characters making a signing so much fun! Video demonstrations that are fun and engaging for children. Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: Power in the Pause with Ingrid Pohl

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 46:10


    On today's episode, Sarah is talking with Ingrid Pohl, Mental Health Specialist with KCCTO, all about regulating our bodies and helping children to do the same! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    New School Year - New Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 10:57


    On today's episode, Stephanie is talking about building relationships, because this is THE most important thing you can do to start your school year out right.  Even if it's not a “new” year for you, we can always use some help with relationship-building.  https://consciousdiscipline.s3.amazonaws.com/Free-Resources/Printable-Posters-Tools-Activities/FREE-Printable-4_Elements_Connection.pdf  https://consciousdiscipline.com/store-category/i-love-you-rituals/ https://consciousdiscipline.com/methodology/school-family/ https://consciousdiscipline.com/resources/caring-connections-calendar/ Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: Music the Universal Teaching Tool

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 29:50


    On today's episode, we are joined by Sarah Skiles, Inclusion Specialist with the KCCTO-KITS ITSN team to talk about the power of music in teaching young children. As promised during the episode, please check out the following resources:The Power of Music - Song Bag & PiggybacksThe Power of Music - TAMECourse: The Power of Music as an Inclusive Tool in Early Childhood SettingsWebsite: YouTube Play ListsKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    EN ESPAÑOL: Ansiedad en los niños

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 15:59


    En nuestro episodio de hoy, Ruddy explica cómo se manifiesta la ansiedad en los niños y como les podemos ayudar a aprender y adoptar estrategias para sobrepasar su ansiedad, sin hacerlos sentir culpables ni aumentar sus niveles de estrés y ansiedad.Libro: Tengo un nudo en la barriga escrito por Alberto Soler“Kids These Days” o Niños Estos Días, es una co-producción entre KCCTO-KITS Red de Especialistas en Infancia y Niñez (ITSN por sus siglas en inglés) y programas de KCCTO Desarrolló del Personal.KCCTO-KITS ITSN es un programa de “Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) y la universidad de Kansas Instituto en la Duración de Vida en Parsons. El Programa de Desarrollo del Personal es un programa de KCCTO. Cada programa se apoya gracias a una subvención de dinero del Departamento para Niños y Familias de Kansas Servicios para el Cuidado de Niños y Educación Temprana. Sin embargo, la información o opiniones expresadas aquí no reflexionan la posición o póliza de la agencia y no se debe inferir ninguna aprobación.  Para aprender más sobre ITSN en inglés, haz clic aquí: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0. Para aprender más sobre KCCTO y oportunidades de desarrollo profesional, visita: https://kccto.org/Contáctanos por correo electrónico al: kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Síguenos en Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod y por Twitter @KTDPod Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Mental Health IS Brain Health!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 57:30


    On today's Interview, we are talking with Andrea Sorrels, Coordinator and Mental Health Specialist with the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network, all about Infant and Toddler Mental Health!   Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    UNSCRIPTED: Go out and find your __________!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 38:58


    On today's Unscripted episode, the ladies catch up on life and finding their ________!! Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: Play-based Inclusive Learning with Sabina Hoffman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 34:49


    On today's episode, we are talking with Sabina Hoffman, a Developmental Inclusion Specialist with the Infant Toddler Specialist Network about Play-based Inclusive Learning. Sabina talks about Inclusion as a FEELING and not a PLACE and how you are already doing this in your program!  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: Jen Pishny - Inclusion Basics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 39:45


    On today's episode, we talk with Jen Pishny, Developmental Inclusion Specialist with the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, about Early Intervention, Special Education, and Inclusion.  Links referenced during this episode: FREE CDC Milestones – Learn the Signs, Act Early General Early Childhood Investigations Webinars-       Webinar: Strategies to Help Every Child Fly in Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms and ProgramsKCCTO Training Catalog-       A Provider's Guide to Navigating Hard Conversations with Infant and Toddler Families-       Early Intervention and Special Education BasicsFind your local Infant Toddler Service Provider here Information on the Ages & Stages Online System for Kansas Infographic: Early Intervention Step-By-Step (Infant Toddler Services of Johnson County)Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: Kris Lyons - Sleep Practices and Cultural Diversity in Early Childhood

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 32:21


    On today's episode, Ruddy interviews Kris Lyons about sleep practices as well as her experiences in a toddler classroom abroad!Kris is one of our new Professional Development Specialists at KCCTO. We are so excited to have her on the team!Interested in learning more about collectivist cultures? Click HERE.Refresher on the ABC's of Safe Sleep HERE.Learn more about valuing diversity in early childhood programs from NAEYC HERE.Take a KCCTO course on safe sleep, check out our catalog HERE.--Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the University of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.  To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0. To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: Rachel Jury on Active Supervision

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 39:31


    On today's episode, Sarah is interviewing Rachel Jury, on the topic of Active Supervision! Click here to see upcoming offerings of the Active Supervision training.Click here to check out the Caring for Our Children resource. Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Loose Parts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 8:43


    In this episode, Haney talks about loose parts play!  What is loose parts play, why is it important, and how do I set it up?  Find out answers to these questions and more, as we explore loose parts play together!Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    The Case Against Calendar Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 14:12


    In today's episode – Stephanie has a challenge for you!  Do you have a calendar routine in your circle time pattern?  You might learn some interesting information on the case against it!  Listen in to this week's episode where Stephanie discusses using calendar time in early childhood.Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Circle Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 12:57


    In this week's episode, Stephanie talks about circle time!  The do's, the don'ts, and how you can make circle time an important part of your morning or afternoon routine.  She gives tips and tricks to address some problem areas you may be having.Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    EN ESPAÑOL: El Juego Libre! Repetición

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 18:05


    Hablemos sobre la importancia del juego libre (juego abierto, no estructurado) y como es que los niños aprenden y desarrollan distintas habilidades a traves del juego. Exploraremos las diferentes etapas de desarrollo y como se manifesta el juego en cada una de estas!“Kids These Days” o Niños Estos Días, es una co-production entre KCCTO-KITS Red de Especialistas en Infancia y Niñez (ITSN por sus siglas en inglés) y programas de KCCTO Desarrolló del Personal.KCCTO-KITS ITSN es un programa de “Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) y la universidad de Kansas Instituto en la Duración de Vida en Parsons. El Programa de Desarrollo del Personal es un programa de KCCTO. Cada programa se apoya gracias a una subvención de dinero del Departamento para Niños y Familias de Kansas Servicios para el Cuidado de Niños y Educación Temprana. Sin embargo, la información o opiniones expresadas aquí no reflexionan la posición o póliza de la agencia y no se debe inferir ninguna aprobación.  Para aprender más sobre ITSN en inglés, haz clic aquí: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0. Para aprender más sobre KCCTO y el Desarrollo del Personal, visita: https://kccto.org/Contáctanos por correo electrónico al: kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Síguenos en Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod y por Twitter @KTDPod Musica:Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care TrainiKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: How Directors Can Support Intentional Teaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 31:00


    On today's episode, Sarah chats with Ashley and Lynsey, co-directors at The Goddard School, about how they support teachers and intentional teaching in their center. Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Unoccupied Wait Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 10:51


    In today's episode, Haney talks about Unoccupied Wait Time.  Not sure what that is or if you have it in your program?  Tune in to learn more and find out what to do about it! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Spontaneous Intentionality!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 30:54


    On today's episode, Sarah is introducing the practice of Spontaneous Intentionality and its role in YOUR practice as an early childhood provider! Past episodes to check out:Guidance vs. Discipline vs. PunishmentTransitions, Routines, & SchedulesFree Play – Part 1: What is it and why is it important?Free Play - Part 2: What does Free Play look like?Implementing Free PlayCleaning Up!Air Horn Sound Effect credit Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    UNSCRIPTED: Welcome to Season Four and THE YEAR OF YOU!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 10:33


    On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, Sarah, Ruddy, and Haney are here to usher in Season Four!!! Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    REAIR: BIG questions for LITTLE children

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 26:18


    On today's episode, Stephanie Haney joins us with her DEBUT episode where she talks about BIG questions for LITTLE children! Open-ended questioning supports reflection, gets them to think critically, and increases self-control over time. Not only does it get them to talking, it gets them to THINK CRITICALLY.  This type of processing- where they have to actually think about what they are going to say helps their brains to develop.  To learn more about Bloom's Taxonomy, visit: https://cft.vanderbilt.edu/guides-sub-pages/blooms-taxonomy/ Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    REAIR: They're Not Okay!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 15:40


    On today's episode,  Stephanie talks about a common phrase we say to children: “you're ok.” But, she spins it differently.  If they're expressing these emotions, are they actually ok?  She discusses moving from general attempts at reassurance to validation and support in regulation through those emotions. Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    UNSCRIPTED: Season Three Wrap-up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 20:18


    On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, Sarah, Ruddy, and Haney are wrapping up Season Three!!! Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    PROVIDER INTERVIEW: Professional Development with Desiree Streight

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 41:19


    On today's Q&A episode, we have Desiree Streight back on with us to talk about Professional Development! Click here to join the KCCTO Virtual Peer Network Facebook group. Click here for more information on the Child Care Providers Coalition of Kansas. Click here to join the CCPC Region 1 Provider Facebook Group (Thomas, Sherman, Scott, Logan, Ness, Rawlins, Sheridan, Norton, Graham, Trego, Cheyenne, Gove, Greeley, Lane, Wallace, Wichita)Click here to join the CCPC Region 2 Provider Facebook Group (Saline, Ellis, Barton, McPherson, Dickinson, Cloud, Washington, Russell, Republic, Clay, Ottawa, Mitchell, Phillips, Rooks, Smith, Marion, Ellsworth, Osborne, Lincoln, Rice, Rush, Jewell)Click here to join the CCPC Region 3 East Provider Facebook Group (Johnson, Wyandotte, Douglas, Leavenworth, Miami, Franklin, Jefferson, Atchison, Brown, Doniphan)Click here to join the CCPC Region 3 West Provider Facebook Group (Marshall, Nemaha, Riley, Pottawatomie, Jackson, Geary, Wabaunsee, Shawnee, Morris, Osage)Click here to join the CCPC Region 4 Provider Facebook Group (Lyon, Crawford, Montgomery, Neosho, Labette, Cherokee, Allen, Bourbon, Linn, Coffey, Anderson, Wilson, Greenwood, Woodson, Chase, Chautauqua, Elk)Click here to join the CCPC Region 5 Provider Facebook Group (Sedgwick, Reno, Butler, Cowley, Sumner, Harvey, Pratt, Pawnee, Harper, Kingman, Stafford, Barber, Edwards, Kiowa, Comanche)Click here to join the CCPC Region 6 Provider Facebook Group (Finney, Ford, Grant, Seward, Kearny, Meade, Gray, Stevens, Clark, Hodgeman, Haskell, Hamilton, Morton, Stanton)Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    INTERVIEW: What you need to know about the CDA with Lorrena Kravitcz

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 34:09


    On today's Q&A episode, Sarah is talking with Lorrena Kravitcz, CDA Resource Center Specialist with KCCTO, about the CDA process and how KCCTO can help you achieve your CDA!Click here for more information on the KCCTO training track and scholarship opportunities!Click here to see upcoming offerings of the KCCTO training: Orientation to the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.Click here to see upcoming offerings of the KCCTO training: Creating Your Child Development Associate Credential Professional Portfolio.  Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    The BASICS of using sign language with Infants and Toddlers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 18:52


    On today's episode, Sarah is covering the BASICS of using sign language with infants and toddlers. Resources to check out: https://babysignlanguage.com/https://babies-and-sign-language.comhttps://baby.lovetoknow.com/Hand Talk App: Automatically translates text and audio to American Sign Language and Brazilian Sign Language through a FUN robot. It can be used in the classroom by teachers, at home, by anyone wanting to learn sign language or translate. Baby Sign and Learn App: Inspires babies to sign! Animated characters making a signing so much fun! Video demonstrations that are fun and engaging for children. Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Navigating Hard Conversations with Families

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 14:08


    On today's episode, Haney is talking through how to navigate hard conversations with families!   Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod

    Primary Caregiving: The Basics

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 15:35


    On today's episode, Sarah is talking about Primary Caregiving and Continuity in Care in the Infant and Toddler setting. Click here to learn more about PITC's position on Primary Caregiving.  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod

    Responsive Caregiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 18:30


    On today's episode, Sarah is covering the basics of Responsive Caregiving. To find current offerings of the training referenced in today's episode (Responsive Care for Infants & Toddlers), click here.Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeatLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.comFollow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod

    Attachment

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 17:38


    On today's episode, Haney talks about attachment.  She explains one part of how the research developed, the four attachment styles and how they impact our approach to relationships, and what can do to help children have strong attachments to others. Attachment style test: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/tests/relationships/relationship-attachment-style-test  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

    EN ESPAÑOL: El Desarrollo Socioemocional - ¿que es eso?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 11:07


    En nuestro episodio de hoy, Ruddy explora como podemos ayudar a los niños a tener un desarrollo socioemocional seguro; hablaremos tambien sobre como asegurarnos de crear esas experiencias e interacciones positivas para establecer esa fundación del desarrollo socioemocional.“Kids These Days” o Niños Estos Días, es una co-producción entre KCCTO-KITS Red de Especialistas en Infancia y Niñez (ITSN por sus siglas en inglés) y programas de KCCTO Desarrolló del Personal.KCCTO-KITS ITSN es un programa de “Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) y la universidad de Kansas Instituto en la Duración de Vida en Parsons. El Programa de Desarrollo del Personal es un programa de KCCTO. Cada programa se apoya gracias a una subvención de dinero del Departamento para Niños y Familias de Kansas Servicios para el Cuidado de Niños y Educación Temprana. Sin embargo, la información o opiniones expresadas aquí no reflexionan la posición o póliza de la agencia y no se debe inferir ninguna aprobación.  Para aprender más sobre ITSN en inglés, haz clic aquí: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0. Para aprender más sobre KCCTO y el Desarrollo del Personal, visita: https://kccto.org/Contáctanos por correo electrónico al: kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Síguenos en Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod y por Twitter @KTDPod Musica: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeatLicencia: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/--Recursos: El desarrollo socioemocional y sus etapasGuías para práctica eficaz

    Social & Emotional Overview - and a little SNEAK PEEK!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 9:02


    On today's episode, Sarah is giving a brief overview about social and emotional development, along with a little sneak peek of what's to come over the next couple of months!Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

    You Can't Have Maslow Before Blooms

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 13:06


    On today's episode, Haney talks about two leading theories in early childhood:  Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Bloom's Taxonomy.  Listen in as she explores these theories and then describes a teaching practice that can be applied to all of the children in your care – meeting Maslow Before Bloom.  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

    REAIR: Developmentally Appropriate Teaching Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 10:50


    On today's episode, we are revisiting the NAEYC's 10 Effective DAP Teaching Strategies! To download NAEYC's 10 Effective Teaching Strategies infographic, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-podcast-0 Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

    Cleaning Up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 13:31


    On today's episode, Haney discusses a part of our day that many struggle with – cleaning up!  Whether you sing along to “clean up, clean up, everybody everywhere” or ask Alexa to help you out, cleaning up is a time that requires planning, environment supports, and intentionality!  Find out more information about all three when you tune in.  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

    Using Timers & Songs to Support Transitions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 13:40


    On today's episode, we are talking about the why and how of using timers and songs during transitions! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

    Expectations Boards

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 9:04


    On today's episode, we are talking about Expectations Boards! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

    PROVIDER INTERVIEW: Wendy Reves Breastfeeding Designated

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 47:43


    On today's Q&A episode, we are talking with Wendy Reves, a lead infant teacher about the breastfeeding designation she has received!  You will hear more about how she supports breastfeeding families in the child care center setting. “How to Support the Breastfeeding Mother & Family” 2-hour FREE course on KCCTO monthlyBreastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider Designation:Toolkit ApplicationFAQ Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodCheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

    Q&A - Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition & the Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider Designation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 51:03


    On today's Q&A episode, we are talking about breastfeeding – how to support the breastfed infant in child care and the breastfeeding parent, and why it is important. Brenda Bandy and Jennie Toland, with the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition, explain the important role child care providers play in supporting breastfeeding families. Kris Nicholson, with Child Care Aware of Kansas, walks us through the “Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider” designation.  Resources referenced in today's episode:“How to Support the Breastfeeding Mother & Family” 2-hour FREE course on KCCTO monthlyBreastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider Designation:Toolkit ApplicationFAQ Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodCheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    EN ESPAÑOL: Emergencias: Como Preparar a los Niños

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 12:30


    En nuestro episodio de hoy, Ruddy explora como prepara a niños pequeños para emergencias en entornos de cuidado infantil. Hablamos sobre los recursos que le podrán ayudar a escribir su plan y tenerlo listo para practicar con niños, para que siempre estén listos y se sientan seguros, físicamente y emocionalmente. “Kids These Days” o Niños Estos Días, es una co-production entre KCCTO-KITS Red de Especialistas en Infancia y Niñez (ITSN por sus siglas en inglés) y programas de KCCTO Desarrolló del Personal.KCCTO-KITS ITSN es un programa de “Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) y la universidad de Kansas Instituto en la Duración de Vida en Parsons. El Programa de Desarrollo del Personal es un programa de KCCTO. Cada programa se apoya gracias a una subvención de dinero del Departamento para Niños y Familias de Kansas Servicios para el Cuidado de Niños y Educación Temprana. Sin embargo, la información o opiniones expresadas aquí no reflexionan la posición o póliza de la agencia y no se debe inferir ninguna aprobación.  Para aprender más sobre ITSN en inglés, haz clic aquí: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0. Para aprender más sobre KCCTO y el Desarrollo del Personal, visita: https://kccto.org/Contáctanos por correo electrónico al: kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Síguenos en Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod y por Twitter @KTDPod Musica: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeatLicencia: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/--Recursos: Plaza Sésamo, EmergenciasListo Niños

    Safe Space - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 15:15


    On today's episode, Haney dives a little deeper into safe spaces and talks about how to actually use the space you set up.  Work through regulation with young children through conscious discipline's 4 steps of “I calm, I feel, I choose, I solve” for less meltdowns, more emotional intelligence, and betters days! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

    UNSCRIPTED: Kids These Days 100th EPISODE!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 16:02


    On today's Unscripted episode, we are celebrating our 100th EPISODE!!!! (Pew! Pew! Pew!) And dealing the dare to keep with us for the next 100! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodCheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Safe Space - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 16:06


    On today's episode, Stephanie discusses an important component of an early childhood environment – a safe place.  While there is no one size fits all approach, a safe space is an essential part of any setup and requires a few key components.  Listen in as she talks about how to set up a safe place, and then next week she'll explore how to use it.  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO. Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

    Visual Schedules

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 16:20


    On today's episode, we are talking about Visual Schedules! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

    Temperaments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 15:37


    On today's episode, we are talking about the newest information about Temperaments! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodINTRO/OUTRO Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

    What To Do About Biting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 12:20


    On today's episode, Haney finishes out part 2 of our 2-part series on biting.  Having explored understanding the why of biting and some common reasons why children bite, this week she dives into how to respond appropriately to a biting incident and goes into some things to avoid when handling biting. Please check back SOON to access the handout referenced in this episode!  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com  Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat   License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

    Why Children Bite

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 15:23


    On today's episode, Stephanie starts us off of returning to our roots where she starts exploring a pretty common topic – biting!  In the first part of a two-part episode, she explores why children bite, and how we can figure out the why through observation. Please check back SOON for handout referenced during this episode! Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.   To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/  Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpod Music credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat  License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

    UNSCRIPTED: Not your average potluck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 15:20


    On today's Unscripted episode, we are taking a few to catch up!  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodCheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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