Podcasts about free spirit publishing

Today's featured poet is Charise Hoge (0:03:35) whose latest collection, Inheritance of Flowers, came out this spring from Kelsay Books. Reflecting on her grandmother's legacy as a southern flower shop owner, Charise speaks with Ann about ancestry, belonging, and our internal connections with nature that are sustaining even in times of upheaval and hibernation.In the Ask Randi segment, Dr. Randi Eckel (0:29:27) dives into New Jersey's game-changing Bill S1029, which was just passed by the State Senate. This bill tackles the sale of invasive plants and creates an Invasive Species Council—huge wins for our native ecosystems. But this bill is not law yet. The New Jersey State Assembly still needs to pass Bill A4137 to seal the deal. So now is the moment to act: Call or email your State Assembly member and urge them to support A4137 or reach out to NPSNJ Advocacy with questions. Your voice can help protect the landscapes we love! Plus, Randi answers a listener question about living native Christmas trees—sharing her top picks for outdoor planting after the holiday season.Kim then talks with Ken Chaya (0:43:43) celebrated artist and New York-based urban naturalist. Ken shares why Central Park has become one of the premier birding spots in the United States. With its unique geography and rich canopy of over 20,000 trees, the park is a vital oasis for migratory birds—and a paradise for birders. Ken was instrumental in creating the Central Park Entire App, is the past President of the Linnaean Society and teaches at the New York Botanical Garden, where he helped design the Urban Naturalist Certificate Program. Most recently, he led a four-week deep dive into The Natural History of Birds for NPSNJ.Kim and Ann close the episode in conversation with the remarkable Mélina Mangal (1:11:32)—author of children's books that explore our deep connections between nature and culture. Her latest works, Birds Sing Their Words and Trees Stand Tall, are lyrical board books for young readers, published by Free Spirit Publishing. Mélina is also a school library teacher in Minneapolis, where she champions the joy of reading every day. Together, we discuss book censorship, the vital role of storytelling, and why the freedom to read and access information is essential to the health of our democracy.  Announcement from The WildStory: We will take a short hiatus this summer—offering regenerative time for gardening, writing, family, and more. We will be back with a new episode in September!

You often hear people reference their own OCD, but there's far more to it than just the desire to be orderly or neat. Today, Emily Kircher-Morris explores the topic of obsessive compulsive thinking patterns, their impact on individuals, and the importance of discussing mental health with children. Jessica Whipple, author of 'I Think I Think a Lot,' shares her personal experiences with OCD and the coping strategies she has developed. The conversation also highlights the significance of representation in children's literature and the role of books in teaching coping skills. If you're curious about OCD, this episode will help. Takeaways Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviors, which can manifest in various ways such as contamination fears, taboo thoughts, and perfectionism. Children's literature plays a crucial role in representing diverse experiences, teaching coping skills, and reducing stigma around mental health and neurodivergence. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) can be an effective treatment for OCD, helping individuals manage their thoughts and behaviors. It is important to have open conversations with children about mental health, providing them with the tools to understand and cope with their emotions and experiences. Sign up for the Educator Hub now, the window for registration closes Sunday night, June 2, at 11:59pm pacific time. We'd love for you to join us! Jessica Whipple is an acclaimed published author who writes for adults and children. Her book, I Think I Think a Lot, was inspired by her own OCD and was published by Free Spirit Publishing, and illustrated by Josée Bisaillon. Her poetry for adults, which often includes themes of mental health and parenting, has been published both online and in print. Her poem Broken Strings was nominated for a 2023 Pushcart Prize. To read some of her work, click on her link (below) or find her children's picture books anywhere books are sold. BACKGROUND READING Jessica's website Instagram Twitter/X

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Emily Kircher-Morris, a licensed professional counselor and twice-exceptional individual. Emily is dedicated to destigmatizing neurodiversity and supporting neurodivergent people of all ages. Twice-exceptionality, also known as 2e, refers to intellectually gifted individuals who also have one or more learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, or ASD.Emily Kircher-Morris, M.A., M.Ed., LPC, inspired by her own experiences as a twice-exceptional (2e) learner, is dedicated to supporting 2e children—including her own—in a way she wasn't during her academic years. She has taught in gifted classrooms, has been a school counselor, and is now in private practice as a licensed professional counselor, where she specializes in helping gifted, twice-exceptional, and neurodivergent people. Emily is the author of two books related to the development of twice-exceptional learners. "Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom" (Free Spirit Publishing, 2021) focuses on supporting 2e learners in the educational setting, and "Raising Twice-Exceptional Children: A Handbook for Parents of Neurodivergent Gifted Kids" (Routledge, 2021) is a guide for parents navigating the world of twice-exceptionality. Emily is the host of "The Neurodiversity Podcast," which explores parenting, counseling techniques, and best practices for enriching the lives of neurodivergent people. She is also the founder of the St. Louis-based nonprofit Gifted Support Network. She speaks at statewide, national, and international conferences and frequently provides virtual and in-person professional development to educators worldwide. Emily lives near St. Louis, Missouri. Episode Highlights:[1:02] - Emily shares her journey of being identified as gifted and diagnosed with ADHD.[8:16] - The shift in gifted education programs towards universal screening.[11:48] - The difficulty for twice-exceptional students to qualify for services.[16:46] - The frustration and imposter syndrome experienced by twice-exceptional students.[19:52] - The challenges faced by twice-exceptional adults who were not identified as such.[21:24] - The higher proportion of autistic individuals who are also gifted.[23:47] - Emily's thoughts on the social aspects of autism.[25:29] - Navigating the controversial topic of pathologizing.[28:44] - The nuances of masking and camouflaging, and the importance of having the tools.[34:22] - Defining an unhealthy level of masking and the importance of weighing the benefits.[38:10] - The impact of prolonged exposure to stress and lack of support.[43:00] - Emily's number one success tip for twice-exceptional individuals. Connect with Emily Kircher-Morris:·         The Neurodiversity Podcast: https://neurodiversitypodcast.com/ ·         Emily Kircher-Morris on social media: @theneurodiversitypodcast and @emilykm_lpc Thank you for tuning into "SuccessFULL with ADHD." If this episode has impacted you, remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us reach and help more individuals navigating their journeys with ADHD.If you're an ADHDer starting your own coaching company, join us as Brooke shares invaluable insights on how to scale your business, increase impact and net profit, and all the ins and outs of running a coaching company. Coaching Collective With Brooke Q&A Webinar on Thurs, May 23 @ 2pm EST ▶️ https://bit.ly/CWBCCWEB

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Free Spirit Publishing.The webinar recording can be accessed here.Share. Trade. Calm down. Take your turn. Tell me how you are feeling. Give him a turn. Having the skills to work and play together and identify and regulate emotions makes a big difference in the early childhood classroom, and many children enter classroom settings with these skills still emerging. Rather than reacting to behavior challenges, educators can proactively provide instruction, visual supports, and playful learning experiences to build children's toolbox of skills, literally and figuratively. In this edWeb podcast, Lindsay N. Giroux supports viewers to shift their teaching of social skills and emotional literacy from incidental to intentional instruction. Using easy-to-make visual supports, listeners are guided through a framework for planning robust instruction of key skills for understanding oneself and others. Listeners practice the steps of planning and note modifications for the children they serve. This edWeb podcast benefits early childhood teachers, early childhood instructional coaches, and other related service providers working with young children.Free Spirit Publishing Providing children and teens with the tools they need to make a difference in the world.

Are you looking for good children's books that tells stories about consent, strong emotions, pronouns, and more? Free Spirit Publishing children's authors Lydia Bowers, Deborah Kris Farmer, Dr. Deborah Serani and Afsaneh Moradian drop by to talk about their SEL collections.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Free Spirit Publishing.The webinar recording can be accessed here.In working with young children, we inevitably encounter unexpected—and hard-to-answer—questions. This edWeb podcast addresses the big adult questions children often ask, questions that may cause us to pause, silence the child, or deflect the concern. The session guides you to be prepared to answer difficult questions respectfully and in ways that are developmentally appropriate with even the youngest children. We explore how to respond to big topics such as miscarriage, domestic terror events, the death of a classmate, and other equally sensitive or unsettling issues. During the edWeb podcast we:Investigate the tendency to silence children's questions about difficult topicsDiscuss appropriate ways for classroom teachers to address unexpected questions honestly and simply and to provide emotional supportConsider how to communicate with parents about a sensitive conversation with a childPractice how to structure this type of conversation with a young childModel this approach with authentic questions and responses young children may pose on a range of challenging topicsListeners come away from this presentation with strategies to guide them the moment a question is raised and in following up with children and families. This edWeb podcast benefits teachers, school leaders, and other professionals who work with children in preschool to third grade.Free Spirit Publishing Providing children and teens with the tools they need to make a difference in the world.

Emily's new book, “Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom,” is now officially released! This is a special episode, featuring an interview of Emily Kircher-Morris by her executive producer/husband Dave. They talk about her background, her experiences with 2e kids, and how she views the world of neurodiversity. They also preview the book! ABOUT "TEACHING TWICE-EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS IN TODAY'S CLASSROOM" Twice-exceptional (2e) learners have often been misunderstood, disciplined, unchallenged, and left behind. Even as awareness of 2e learners has grown, educators are still in need of practical tools to recognize and support their twice-exceptional students. This book answers that need, providing teachers with accessible information about twice-exceptional diagnoses and suggested accommodations, modifications, and collaboration with other educational professionals. Dedicated to the needs of all 2e learners, the first part of the book covers identifying and understanding 2e students, strength-based instruction, motivation and self-regulation, and executive functioning skills. The second part details how gifted students are affected by another diagnosis, including: Specific learning disabilities ADHD Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Processing difficulties Anxiety-based diagnoses Depression and other mood disorders This book equips educators with information that will make it easier for them to advocate for their 2e students, including what they need to know about the individualized education plan (IEP) and Section 504 plan process. Special topics, such as gifted students with physical disabilities, students experiencing trauma, and gifted learners from diverse backgrounds, are also included. With Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom, educators can better identify, support, and meet the needs of their 2e students. You can buy the book via Amazon, Free Spirit Publishing, or wherever you buy books.

Mindset, and the dichotomy of a "fixed" vs. "growth" mindset, has come up often in the podcast and in nearly every workshop, program, or training NuMinds develops. That's because it's so foundational to nurturing a full human being ready to survive and thrive in a 21st century landscape that demands adaptability, humility, and a willingness to embrace challenge and feedback. Today's guest is Shannon Anderson, award-winning author and teacher who has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and in USA Today. She's taken her wisdom from teaching growth mindset very directly and explicitly with students and leveraged it into a unique portfolio of children's books focused on the topic. I've been talking mindset with smart people for years, but I've never come across someone with Shannon's breadth of both passion and practical understanding of this lynchpin of learning and development. Educators, parents, and those interested in self-development will find inspiration and tools. Shannon's enthusiasm is contagious, and her analogies and props are the tell-tale sign of a master teacher! Creatives and aspiring authors...stay tuned until the end, when I pick her brain about her creative process as an author. ;) Links and Resources: Shannon's website: https://www.shannonisteaching.com/ The Today Show features of Shannon's project discussed in the podcast: https://www.today.com/parents/grade-school-teacher-turns-student-art-stuffed-animals-t155389 Free mindset resources as well as Shannon's books on Free Spirit Publishing: https://www.freespirit.com/search/?q=shannon+anderson --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/numinds-enrichment/support

Shannon Anderson is an award-winning children's book author. Her book titles include:Monster & Dragon Write Poems – 2018Coasting Casey: A Tale of Busting Boredom in School – 2016Penelope Perfect: A Tale of Perfectionism Gone Wild – 2015I Am Not A Pirate – 2013Shannon is also a third-grade teacher, she is the regional advisor for the Indiana Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, is on the executive board for the Indiana State Reading Association, and is a frequent presenter at teaching and writing conferences.Shannon has also authored two resource books for teachers, Be an Amazing Writing Teacher and Go the Extra Smile, published by Pieces of Learning,One of her first pieces of published work was the story, A Deed A Day, “It is better to give than to receive.” -- This story is from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Find Your Happiness © 2011 Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC. All rights reserved.Each school year, Shannon guides her students through a publishing project, designed to spark a love of writing for the students. A picture book is created by the students, and each students’ artwork is then created into their own unique stuffed animals. This annual project by Shannon resulted in her being included in a Today.com/parents segment, “From Letters to love: 10 times teachers inspired us in 2019”.Shannon also introduced us to the “Book Tasting” and her version of the “Reading Chair”.To learn more about Shannon and her work, please visit her website at www.shannonisteaching.com.Click here to visit Shannon’s Author Page on AmazonYou can also find Shannon on the following social sites:TwitterFacebookLinkedInIf you're an aspiring children's book author, check out Free Spirit Publishing at https://www.freespirit.com/.Click here to visit Pieces of Learning,The SuccessInSight Podcast is a production of Fox Coaching, Inc. and First Story Strategies.

Self-regulation is often discussed in the context of emotions. Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Dr. Richard Cash, author of Self-Regulation in the Classroom, about educational self-regulation. When should we expect students to show signs of maturity that indicate they are ready to learn self-regulation? How can we teach them? Catch the discussion, along with Q&A from listeners, and much more, on episode 16 of Mind Matters. About the guest - Dr. Richard M. Cash received a bachelor of arts degree in theater from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He then attended the University of Minnesota-Minneapolis, where he received a post-baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education. Dr. Cash later obtained a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. He returned to St. Thomas and received a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership. Dr. Cash has served as the Administrator of Gifted Programs in Rochester, Minnesota, and the Director of Gifted Programs for the Bloomington, MN Public Schools. He now provides workshops, presentations, and staff-development sessions throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He’s the author of Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn, from Free Spirit Publishing. Host Emily Kircher-Morris has dual Masters degrees in Counseling and Education, and specializes in the area of giftedness throughout the lifespan. She founded the non-profit organization The Gifted Support Network, is the owner of Unlimited Potential Counseling & Education Center, and is the mother of three gifted children.

As a former classroom teacher and specialist in gifted education, Judy Galbraith recognized a clear need for books to help children and teens navigate life’s challenges. Judy founded Free Spirit Publishing in 1983 becoming the first publisher to focus on self-help materials to help young people lead better lives.  Learn more about Judy and Free Spirit Publishing HERE.  Don’t forget to join our FREE FACEBOOK GROUP – Mind Muscle and Movement Podcast Insiders for bonus content from guests, first release of podcasts and also live coaching. JOIN THE GROUP HERE

Dr. Beth Russell has been in education for 28 years. Prior to entering the field of education, Beth was a social worker working with children on emotional and behavioral challenges in treatment foster care. Beth is the former principal of South View Middle School in a suburb of Minneapolis. She holds a BS in child development and family relations from Colorado State University, a master’s degree in social work from the University of Minnesota, and a doctorate in educational policy and administration from the University of Minnesota. Beth has worked in both urban and suburban school systems introducing type. Coauthor of Differentiated School Leadership and several articles for education publications, she views type theory as a vehicle for helping students self-advocate for how they learn best and helping teachers identify new strategies so that all students can learn. She has presented at NSDC, World Futures, ASCD (formerly the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development), and National Urban Alliance conferences. She has participated in the National Institute for School Leadership, trained at the Institute for Learning at the University of Pittsburgh, and directed the Minneapolis Public Schools in implementing a comprehensive framework for teaching and learning. Beth volunteers as an assessor for the University of St. Thomas Principal Assessment Center and provides peer reviews for educational books for Free Spirit Publishing.   About EducatorsLead: Educators Lead is a podcast created to help launch educators into the next level of leadership. This show is for you if you are interested in educational leadership as an assistant principal, principal, superintendent, teacher or someone who hopes to be a school leader one day. Educators Lead offers inspiration and practical advice to help you lead more effectively. Jay Willis interviews school leaders weekly to discuss why and when these educators made the decision to move into school leadership, challenges along the journey, and stories that made it all worthwhile. Educators Lead is a great resource for any educator looking to make a greater impact. Educate. Inspire. Lead. http://www.educatorslead.com

EDWEB.NET presents CULTIVATING EMPATHY as an antidote to bullying Edweb's Lisa Schmucki and her guests  Judy Galbraith of Free Spirit Publishing and renowned expert on the bullying challenge, Educational Psychologist/author Dr. Michele Borba

Dr. Richard Cash joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn.Interview Notes, Resources, & LinksPurchase Dr. Cash's book, Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn.Order from Free Spirit Publishing and use the code "Diffgift" to receive 30% offVisit Richard's WebsiteAbout Dr. Richard CashDr. Richard Cash is an international consultant, speaker, and expert on gifted education, differentiated instruction, self-regulation, and more, and is the author of three books, including Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn.

Join Elizabeth with guest Judge Tom Jacobs. Judge Tom spent 36 years practicing juvenile, criminal and family law in Arizona before retiring in 2008. He was a superior court judge pro tem/commissioner for 23 years and writes law books for teenagers, parents, teachers, lawyers & judges. He taught law at Arizona State University School of Social Work for ten years. He is the founder of AsktheJudge.info, an educational website for and about teenagers and the laws that affect them. His current teen-law books include “Teen Cyberbullying Investigated” (2010) and “What Are My Rights – Q&A About Teens and the Law” (2011) both from Free Spirit Publishing. Visit www.askthejudge.info for more information.