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Author Heather Shumaker is joined by Jeff A Johnson for weekly discussions of early learning issues through a renegade lens.

Explorations Early Learning

United States


    • Sep 21, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 21m AVG DURATION
    • 281 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Renegade Rules

    RR_0180 Alyson Gregory Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 23:41


    In this episode, Heather interviews Alyson Gregory. Alyson fought to add a second recess to her daughter's school day after reading Heather's book It's OK To Go Up The Slide.

    RR_0179 Respect And Names

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 16:14


    In this episode, Heather shares some thoughts about respect and names.

    RR_0177 Sharing Nuance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 17:47


    In this episode, Heather shares some thoughts about sharing Nuances.

    RR_0176 Remembering Dan Hodgins

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 15:42


    In this episode, we share a few stories about Dan Hodgins and his contributions to early learning.

    RR_0148 Preparing For The Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 20:29


    We talk about preparing for the future. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here. For a small fee we can issue self-study certificates for listening to podcasts.

    RR_0147 “Girl’s With Guts” Featuring Author Debbie Gonzales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 26:27


    We're joined by author Debbie Gonzales to discuss her book Girls With Guts.   Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here. For a small fee we can issue self-study certificates for listening to podcasts.

    RR_0146 Work And Belonging

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 18:22


    Life's not all play. In this episode we talk about work and having a job to do. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here. For a small fee we can issue self-study certificates for listening to podcasts.

    RR_0145 Child Friendships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 13:03


    In this episode we talk about childhood friendships--the ups and downs, learning that friends can disagree, and navigating the emotional goo. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here. For a small fee we can issue self-study certificates for listening to podcasts.

    RR_0144 The Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 15:31


    In this episode we talk about the Future. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here. For a small fee we can issue self-study certificates for listening to podcasts.

    RR_0143 Making Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 17:34


    In this episode, we chat about making change to how we do things and trying to build new habits. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0142 Sharing Family Histories and Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 15:02


    In this episode, we chat about the value of sharing family stories and histories with children. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0141 Rejection And Inclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 21:54


    In this episode we chat about dealing with rejection and supporting inclusion. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0140 Setting Limits With Other People’s Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 22:01


    We talk about the ups and downs of setting limits with other people's kids.   Thanks for listening!   Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here.   Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0139 Play And Movement With Angela Hanscom Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 16:06


    Angela Hanscom, Author of Balanced and Barefoot and founder of Timbernook stops by to talk about play and movement.   Thanks for listening!   Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0138 Play And Movement With Angela Hanscom Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 19:47


    Angela Hanscom, Author of Balanced and Barefoot and founder of Timbernook stops by to talk about play and movement.   Thanks for listening!   Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0137 On Being Child Centered With Lisa Murphy Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 32:27


    Lisa Murphy stops by to discuss her new book.   Thanks for listening!   Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0136 On Being Child Centered With Lisa Murphy Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 18:24


    Lisa Murphy stops by to discuss her new book.   Thanks for listening!   Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0135 On Being Child Centered With Lisa Murphy Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 23:32


    Lisa Murphy stops by to discuss her new book. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0134 Instead Of “You’re So Pretty!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 19:28


    Some ideas to move conversations with kids away from discussing being pretty or having a sweet new outfit. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0133 Fall Celebrations, Over Scheduling, And Down Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 16:03


    We discuss busy fall schedules and the importance of making time for down time. We also mention JOMO--the Joy Of Missing Out. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0132 Homework Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 24:22


    We talk about homework and how it impacts home life. Heather reminds us that parents have more power than they realize when it comes to homework.   Here's the link for Alfie Kohn's book, The Homework Myth. Here's a link to one of Heather's articles on the topic.   Thanks for listening!   Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0131 Homework Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 23:22


    We talk about homework and how it impacts home life. Heather reminds us that parents have more power than they realize when it comes to homework. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather and find Heather's books here.

    RR_0130 Summer Break

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 14:26


    We're going to take a summer break and be back with fresh episodes after a bit of fun and relaxation. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0129 Authentic Conversations And Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 12:28


    We talk about authentic conversations and questions. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0128 2001 A Space Odyssey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 18:50


    We talk about the future or not the future. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0127 We Talk About Signs And The Messages They Share

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 21:16


    We talk about signs we've seen recently at schools and playgrounds. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0126 Taking Dictation, Documenting Stories And Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 14:30


    We chat about taking dictation from children to capture their stories and feelings. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0125 Sharing Away From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 16:24


    We talk about sharing when you're away from home. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0124 Trusting Other Parents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 18:46


    Trusting other parents, whether they live in the same house or down the street, can be hard. We talk about it. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0123 Modeling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 15:42


    Like it or not, kids are always watching--and likely to model what they see. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0122 Thoughts On Children’s Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 22:06


    We talk children's books. They are not all created equal--some are more deserving of space on your bookshelf than others. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0121 Bus Stop Musings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 20:38


    We talk about some of Heather's recent bus stop observations. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0120 A Tribute To Janet Stocker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 18:33


    We remember Janet Stocker. Who was Janet? Listen and find out. Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0119 More About Heather’s New Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 23:01


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0118 Behavior Charts Revisited Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 23:16


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0117 Behavior Charts Revisited Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 20:16


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0116 Setting Limits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 20:17


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0115 Getting Out Of Relationship and Behavior Ruts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 17:03


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0114 Weapons Play Part 4 (Tips For Supporting Weapons Play)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 22:53


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0113 Weapons Play Part 3 (Good Guys, Bad Guys, and Death)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 22:02


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0112 Weapons Play Part 2 (Power and Action Play)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 21:23


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0111 Weapons Play Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 20:38


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0110 Unwanted Presents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 15:57


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

    RR_0109 The Art Of Roughhousing With Anthony DeBenedet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 23:44


    Thanks for listening! Like the show? Consider supporting our work by becoming a Patron, shopping our Amazon Link, or sharing it with someone who might enjoy it. You can leave a comment or ask a question here. Click the links for more Jeff or Heather.

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