Podcasts about Preschool

California has spent billions of dollars on a free universal preschool program available to all eligible 4-year-olds in the state. However, there are no official plans in place from the state to evaluate the success of the program, also known as transitional kindergarten, or TK. LAist Early Childhood Senior Reporter Elly Yu joins Imperfect Paradise to discuss why experts say research is needed, who is accountable for TK’s success, and what California can learn from other states with similar programs. Read more of Elly’s reporting on California's TK program at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

California has spent billions of dollars on a free universal preschool program available to all eligible 4-year-olds in the state. However, there are no official plans in place from the state to evaluate the success of the program, also known as transitional kindergarten, or TK. LAist Early Childhood Senior Reporter Elly Yu joins Imperfect Paradise to discuss why experts say research is needed, who is accountable for TK’s success, and what California can learn from other states with similar programs. Read more of Elly’s reporting on California's TK program at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

California has spent billions of dollars on a free universal preschool program available to all eligible 4-year-olds in the state. However, there are no official plans in place from the state to evaluate the success of the program, also known as transitional kindergarten, or TK. LAist Early Childhood Senior Reporter Elly Yu joins Imperfect Paradise to discuss why experts say research is needed, who is accountable for TK’s success, and what California can learn from other states with similar programs. Read more of Elly’s reporting on California's TK program at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

California has spent billions of dollars on a free universal preschool program available to all eligible 4-year-olds in the state. However, there are no official plans in place from the state to evaluate the success of the program, also known as transitional kindergarten, or TK. LAist Early Childhood Senior Reporter Elly Yu joins Imperfect Paradise to discuss why experts say research is needed, who is accountable for TK’s success, and what California can learn from other states with similar programs. Read more of Elly’s reporting on California's TK program at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/join

California has spent billions of dollars on a free universal preschool program available to all eligible 4-year-olds in the state. However, there are no official plans in place from the state to evaluate the success of the program, also known as transitional kindergarten, or TK. LAist Early Childhood Senior Reporter Elly Yu joins Imperfect Paradise to discuss why experts say research is needed, who is accountable for TK’s success, and what California can learn from other states with similar programs. Read more of Elly’s reporting on California's TK program at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

California has spent billions of dollars on a free universal preschool program available to all eligible 4-year-olds in the state. However, there are no official plans in place from the state to evaluate the success of the program, also known as transitional kindergarten, or TK. LAist Early Childhood Senior Reporter Elly Yu joins Imperfect Paradise to discuss why experts say research is needed, who is accountable for TK’s success, and what California can learn from other states with similar programs. Read more of Elly’s reporting on California's TK program at LAist.com. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

Emmy Liss, executive director of the Mayor's Office of Child Care, talks about the deadline for families to apply for 3K/Pre-K and the mayor's plans for expanding child care options, generally. (Photo by: Deb Cohn-Orbach/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

It's been over 200 episodes since we've last talked about Rob's favorite topic/curriculum/body of research, the Preschool Life Skills. So, to wrap up his birthday month of episodes, we're bringing it back! First, a review of PLS and how it can fit into your classroom environment. Then two recent extensions of the PLS into trauma-based treatment and parent skill development. Hopefully, you'll be as excited as Rob is by the end of this episode. And, if not, could you just fake it for a while? It is his birthday. This episode is available for 1.0 LEARNING CEU. Articles discussed this episode: Falligant, J.M. & Pence, S.T. (2017). Preschool Life Skills using the Response to Intervention model with preschoolers with developmental disabilities. Behavior Analysis: Research and Practice, 3, 217-236. doi: 10.1037/bar0000056 Rees, R.E., Seel, C.J., Huxtable, B.G., & Austin, J.L. (2024). Using the Preschool Life Skills program to support skill development for children with trauma histories. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 17, 693-708. doi: 10.1007/s40617-023-00892-z Lee, H., Gunning, C., Leow, J., & Holloway, J. (2024). An evaluation of delivery of the parent Preschool Life Skills program via telehealth. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 57, 893-909. doi: 10.1002/jaba.2914 If you're interested in ordering CEs for listening to this episode, click here to go to the store page. You'll need to enter your name, BCBA #, the two episode secret code words, and answers to the knowledge check questions to complete the purchase. Email us at abainsidetrack@gmail.com for further assistance.

Is the Classroom Big Enough?What if attention, regulation, and real academic growth aren't just about strategy—but setting?We sit down with Rachel Tidd, founder of Discover Wild Learning and author of Wild Learning: Practical Ideas to Bring Teaching Outdoors, to explore a realistic path for making outdoor learning part of everyday teaching. No gimmicks. No Pinterest pressure. Just field-tested routines, literacy and numeracy strategies, and research that explains why fresh air can change what happens next.Rachel shares how a simple question—what if the setting is the missing support?—led to a schoolyard-first framework that scales outward. From call-and-response signals and visible boundaries to phonemic awareness sound hunts and chalk-based math routines, this episode is packed with practical ideas that align with curriculum and reduce transition friction.We also dig into the research: attention restoration, executive function, ADHD support, and the powerful “carryover effect” that boosts indoor learning after time outside.If you've wondered whether the classroom is big enough for what students need, this conversation might change how you plan your week.

In this episode, I talk with Jacob Chase of Chase the Dream Farm in Vermont. Jacob and his wife have a 52 acre farm where they raise pigs and chickens to provide food for their family and their on-farm preschool. The opportunity to provide clean, healthy food is a key part of their preschool business model and proves to be a great educational opportunity for the children as well. If you would like to know more about their farm, check them out on facebook at Chase the Dream Farm. Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepasturedpig Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepasturedpig If you would like to know more about us here at Red Tool House Farm or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, visit us at: https://thepasturedpig.com/podcast/

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 18, Session 5—The Old Testament Points to Jesus.

Burned out by the system but still love teaching? You don't have to choose between your passion and your peace. In this episode, you'll hear how Joy Anderson went from stay-at-home mom with no income to thriving preschool founder—and how you can turn your own living room into a flexible, fulfilling preschool too.In this episode, we'll talk about:The moment Joy realized she had to create a new future for her kids—and herself.How she launched her first preschool using just her living room and kitchen table.Why so many teachers are trading the classroom for something better.The exact first steps to take if you want to start your own preschool.How to overcome fear and finally take action on the dream tugging at your heart.Show Links"Start Your Preschool" by Joy AndersonJoin Malia on Instagram.Become a Science of Reading Formula member!Rate, Review, and FollowIf you loved this episode, please take a minute to rate and review my show! That helps the podcast world know that this show is worth sharing with other educators just like you.Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review". Then let me know what you loved most about the episode!While you're there, be sure to follow the podcast. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and I don't want you to miss out! 

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This week, your favorite former puppeteers grab their sunscreen and head to the sandy shores of 90s children's television to revisit Gullah Gullah Island — the Nickelodeon gem that gave us catchy songs, cultural celebration, and one of the most joyfully chaotic frog puppets ever committed to broadcast.We dive into how the show blended music, storytelling, and Gullah Geechee culture into something genuinely groundbreaking for preschool TV — all while Binya Binya (yes, that bright yellow frog) bounced around like a mascot who drank too much fruit punch. We'll unpack the puppetry, the suit performance challenges, and the fine art of acting opposite a six-foot amphibian with permanent jazz hands.Along the way, we'll explore the show's legacy, why representation matters, and how Gullah Gullah Island managed to feel both educational and like a beach party that wandered onto cable access.It's nostalgia with rhythm, puppetry with purpose, and a reminder that sometimes the most powerful stories come wrapped in bright colors and floppy foam limbs.Because when it comes to great preschool television, sometimes all it takes is a little rhythm, a little heart, and a frog in oversized sneakers. Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send a text

In this episode, we're digging into what it actually looks like to raise civic-minded, critical-thinking kids in the absolute chaos that is our current world.  We're talking about how to teach media literacy, logical fallacies, and real civics… not just memorizing the three branches of government, but understanding how power works, how propaganda spreads, and how to ask the most important question of all: who benefits? We share concrete resources, practical ways to explore bias at home, and why empathy isn't a weakness - it's an essential civic skill.Because we are not raising kids for this moment. We are raising adults who will live with the consequences of it.  Think of this episode as your lifeline for progressive parenting in the shit storm that is 2026.  -Hopefully this serves as a reminder that you can't control federal policy, but you can absolutely shape the thinkers sitting at your kitchen table.We'd love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you're not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes : Science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan's book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 18, Session 4—The Prophet Malachi.

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Wondering if this preschool idea will work for you, and if you can actually make a real income?If so, you should listen in to today's Preschool All Stars story!Amy Ruffin was a public school teacher raising 4 kids—and completely burned out. She still loved teaching, but the paperwork, pressure, and pace left her exhausted. When the pandemic hit, she saw her chance to start something new… something better.She opened a preschool in her garage with just 7 kids. Then she doubled to 15. Then again to 35—and had to move into a 10,000 sq. ft. church space (that she got through a divine connection!). Now she leads a growing team, partners with her pastor, and still gets to teach the kids she loves.Find out how she did it:• What she did first to get 7 signups from scratch• How she partnered with her church—rent-free• The strategy that keeps her enrollment full year-roundPlease rate and review us at Apple Podcasts. (We hope we've earned your 5 stars!)GET MY FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY:❤️ Get my FREE “Start Your Preschool” book (+ $7.95 s&h)❤️ Watch my FREE "How to Start a Local or Online Preschool" Workshop❤️ Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journeyFOLLOW ME ON MY MISSION:

On the show today, Zach and Lisa Hansen share what it really takes to sell a preschool in California. From the mandatory 30 day notice to families and staff to the emotional weight of announcing a deal before it is fully complete, this is the real story behind a business exit.Zach and Lisa built Growing Brilliant into multiple preschool locations before transitioning ownership and launching a national online early learning platform. This episode explores both sides of that journey. The process of selling a small business and the commitment to reinventing early childhood education.In this episode, we cover:• What selling a preschool actually looks like• Managing parents and staff during a major transition• Why guided play matters in early childhood education• Scaling with integrity and protecting culture• Building, selling, and building again as foundersFor entrepreneurs considering an exit, educators leading teams, or parents who care about early learning, this conversation offers a clear look at the anxiety, the process, and the reality of selling a company while staying true to the mission.Subscribe for more conversations with founders building in the Backyard Advantage.#Entrepreneurship #BusinessExit #Preschool #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EdTech #StartupJourney #SmallBusinessSale #FounderStory #Leadership #GrowingBrilliant______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_​... -  Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz -  Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney​ Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney​ Website: http://haneybiz.com​ Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273​  Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors.  This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.  Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#Podcast

This episode is a continuation of last week's conversation with Tess from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education… only this time, it's just us digging deeper. We take on the lightning-rod topic of homeschool regulation, talk kids' rights vs. parents' rights, and unpack why the lack of oversight in many states is a real problem. We also explore how weak regulation creates space for abuse, misinformation, and the rise of Christian nationalism within the homeschool movement. As always, we're here for nuance, not fear-mongering, and we believe homeschooling can be both freeing and accountable. We'd love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you're not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan's book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Have you ever thought about starting a preschool choir at your church? The benefits of choir for kids are huge! Brenda from Little Jam Sessions shares with us not only the benefits of kids' choir, but also about her choir curriculum. Find out more at: https://littlejamsessions.com/

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 18, Session 3—The People Worshiped God.

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Have you wondered what the best approach to educating your preschooler is? In this episode, we delve into the crucial preschool years and the essential aspects that lay the foundation for educational success.Rachel and Carole emphasize the importance of viewing preschool as a time for bonding, laying the foundation for future success, and fostering a love for learning through work, service, and study. They recommend focusing on life skills, character development, and nurturing attachment and bonding with children during these early years, rather than early academics. Join us as we encourage parents to listen to their intuition and to enjoy these sweet and formative years.RESOURCES+$10 Preschool Interview with Carole and J.J. +Click here for a complete list of books mentioned in this episode+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family's Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestMentioned in this episode:Musical Lessons in Your Home: Voetberg Music Academy Use code HOMESCHOOL20 for 20% off lessonsVoetberg Music Academy

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In this episode, we sit down with Tess Ulrey from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education for a thoughtful, nuanced conversation about homeschool regulation, accountability, and why these discussions so often get shut down before they even begin with phrases like “slippery slope.” We talk about the rarely considered realities of how exposed to risk some kids truly are, and why acknowledging that doesn't automatically make you anti-homeschool. This conversation doesn't end with the interview though.  Next week's episode is just us, continuing the discussion and processing the ideas Tess raised, what challenged our thinking, and how it all fits into the bigger homeschooling landscape.We'd love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you're not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to raise kids who aren't assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan's book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Sometimes you just need five minutes, not a full lesson plan. In this episode, Audra and Caitlin share five simple social games you can pull out during transitions, brain breaks, or those in-between moments when it's not time for intensive instruction but kids still need structure. These low-prep “pocket-size” games are designed for preschool, kindergarten, and special education classrooms and can be easily adapted for small groups or social skills instruction.

This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, you already know the phase we're in - MORE nesting, third-trimester TIRED, and getting ready for baby #2 while CONTINUALLY realizing how much community matters. We kick things off with a micro-bicker (is this a new thing?!) that isn't really a REAL debate because we agree (fake flowers vs real flowers), then get into how I'm scheduling rest for “third trimester tired” instead of fighting it. We revisit last week's Bicker of the Week (drying off in the shower vs on the bath mat), share a weighted vest update (for those who asked in the comments!!), and talk about what phase 2 of nesting mode looks like when you're about to have two-under-two (spoiler: toddler-proofing everything). From there, I share my battle-tested opinions on baby shower gifts you should buy that are NOT on your friend's registry (plus two bonus picks from Harrison that are genuinely top notch). And like speaking of buying things off of registries… we spiral about why every single store now needs your phone number just to let you check out (hard pass). Then we give an update that kicked off a bigger conversation - Tate officially got off a preschool waitlist I put her on at three months old (WOAH), which leads into a conversation about community, the people you surround yourself with, and why that matters more than ever right now. And yes, your village can include DOGS… when it makes sense to add one with kids, what we're actually considering, and why this question suddenly feels very real. We wrap with a new Bicker of the Week (is it ever okay to talk to your partner once they've fallen asleep?) and a really sweet Things We DMed about celebrating other kids' wins - the kind of reminder that makes you appreciate your village (even if it's just the folks on the sidelines!!) LOVE YOU GUYS. Thanks for listening :)  Timestamps:  00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 00:03:26 Micro-Bicker of the Week: Fake flowers vs real flowers 00:05:45 Scheduling rest for “third trimester tired” 00:08:42 Bicker of the Week Re-Visit: Drying off IN the shower vs ON the bath mat 00:11:19 Weighted vest update 00:13:55 Nesting mode cont'd (and toddler-proofing everything) 00:17:55 Harrison's cookbook-only cooking era 00:21:58 My top baby shower gifts NOT on your friend's registry (+2 bonus picks from Harrison) 00:33:30 Why do you have to give your phone number before buying EVERYTHING? 00:44:44 Tate got off the waitlist I put her on at 3 months old 00:50:07 The people you surround yourself with (and why it matters) 00:58:48 We're getting a dog?! 01:07:46 Bicker of the Week: Is it OK to talk to your partner once they fall asleep? 01:11:27 Things We DMed: Celebrating other kids' wins 01:16:40 LOVE YOU GUYS #twoparentsandapod --------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsors this week: *Hungryroot: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to https:// www.Hungryroot.com/TWOPARENTS and use code TWOPARENTS *Edmunds: Checking your car's value is an easy win to cross off your to do list. Go to https://www.edmunds.com/appraisal *Hers: Visit https://www.forhers.com/TWOPARENTS to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. *Fora Travel: Become a Fora Advisor today at https://www.ForaTravel.com/TWOPARENTS *Magnetic Me: Right now, new customers can get 15% off sitewide at https://www.magneticme.com --------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Two Parents & A Podcast: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/twoparentsandapod TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@twoparentsandapod Follow Alex Bennett: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justalexbennett TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justalexbennett Follow Harrison Fugman: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/harrisonfugman TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@harrisonfugman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 18, Session 2—Ezra Taught God's Law.

It's time to hear more about the latest research released this past fall! Dr. Angeline Lillard joins Montessori in Action Podcast to unpack A national randomized controlled trial of the impact of public Montessori preschool at the end of kindergarten. As the lead researcher, Dr. Lillard shares details of the study and insights on the outcomes.

In this inspiring episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg speaks with Sunil Tyagi, Director of ICON Nurturing Innocence Preschool, about the critical role of early childhood education and emotionally conscious parenting.Discover how nurturing innocence, integrating global pedagogies, and fostering trust can help raise confident, resilient, and happy children. This episode is a must-watch for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about child development.

Sorority and Fraternity Houses are like Preschools… find out why!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preschool gang called the "Knee-High Killers" tried to jump a kid in at recess… and the teacher had to call every parent.    Did you get your tickets yet? The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW!  Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT    PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/    Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod   Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a    Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=840ced6459274f98  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612  _________________________________   Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by:    Prolon | Go to ProlonLife.com/TOD ad get 15% OFF your 5-Day nutrition Program TODAY!   Marley Spoon | Go to MarleySpoon.com/offer/TOD for up to 25 FREE MEALS   UPSIDE | Go to https://www.upside.com/ use CODE: TOD _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty is WILD today!  Bri, Jessica and Albraden for a conversation that starts off chaotic (ADHD meds, teacher roasts, and tour life) and somehow gets even more unhinged in the best way. Then the crew dives into the topic every educator has witnessed, feared, or had to respond to at least once: student fights. From the eerie quiet right before it pops off, to the hallway "school of fish" swarm that tells you something is about to go down, to why breaking up fights is a lose-lose situation for teachers who have zero training but all the liability. They share stories from middle school to high school, the difference between "windmill fighting" and real damage, and the wild reality of parents asking, "Did my kid win?" And just when you think it can't get more ridiculous, Albraden tells the story of a preschool "gang" (yes, really) called the Knee-High Killers and the moment he realized they were trying to jump a kid in at recess. The episode wraps with a real conversation about emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and how phones, texts, and social media have changed the way students handle tension (and how teachers are left managing the fallout). Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!  Follow your hosts:  Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes  Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TeachersOffDuty   _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast

Sorority and Fraternity Houses are like Preschools… find out why!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California Early Childhood Special Education Network (CalECSE) co-executive directors Scott Turner and Melanie Hertig are joined by California Department of Education Early Childhood Support Education Administrator Christi Krause to discuss CalECSE's Parent Videos: A Family's Journey from Early Start to School series, designed to help families prepare for the transition from Early Start services to preschool special education. Each video in the series introduces the viewer to a family who use different native languages to tell their story, including English, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, and American Sign Language.

In this episode, Tiffany Munzer, MD, FAAP, discusses the impact of digital ecosystems on children and adolescents. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Sara Bode, MD, FAAP, about the comparison of literacy and developmental screening of preschool-aged children during primary care. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

The homeschool world can feel like the wild west… loud opinions, confident hot takes, and advice from strangers who know nothing about your kid, your goals, or your reality. In this episode, we unpack the problem with crowd-sourced homeschool advice, why confidence online is not the same thing as competence, and how fear, isolation, and misinformation leave parents second-guessing themselves. From questionable curriculum claims to panic-inducing academic myths, we talk about how to cut through the noise, identify red and green flags in homeschool guidance, and find support that's thoughtful, accountable, and actually useful… for every stage of the homeschool journey.We'd love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you're not navigating this alone. Our next book club selection is How to raise kids who aren't assholes : science-based strategies for better parenting-from tots to teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan's book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 18, Session 1—The Walls Rebuilt.

With all the negativity in the world, let's focus on the positives - and feel good on a Friday!

What if enrolling seven preschoolers was as simple as making one Facebook post?Sounds wild, right? But it's happening every single week inside Preschool All Stars—and it can happen for you too.This is Part 2 of our 4-part series showing you how to sign up students AND make $1K in 1 day without touching your budget.In this exclusive episode, I'll show you the exact strategy hundreds of women are using to sign up students before their preschool even opens… and use that tuition money to fund Preschool All Stars, Preschool in a Box, and the HUB—without touching their own bank account.Oh—and let me tell you about Celeste Blackman. She was literally shaking with fear before posting her first marketing script. She waited an entire YEAR because she was too scared to hit post. But when she finally did? Her post blew up with 519 comments, 154 shares… and within 48 hours, she had 7 founding families signed up—eventually growing to 7 students almost overnight.She almost missed her chance. Don't miss yours.Listen in to learn:How one Facebook post can bring in $800–$1,400 in tuition—even before your preschool startsThe exact script you can use to fund your preschool launch without spending a dime of your own moneyHow we used urgency & scarcity to help women enroll thousands of students with this one Facebook postPlease rate and review us at Apple Podcasts. (We hope we've earned your 5 stars!)GET MY FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY:❤️ Get my FREE “Start Your Preschool” book (+ $7.95 s&h)❤️ Watch my FREE "How to Start a Local or Online Preschool" Workshop❤️ Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journeyFOLLOW ME ON MY MISSION:

In this episode, we explore some nuanced questions about questions about balancing grit and flexibility.  Our focus through this deep dive will be important aspects of homeschooling, such as, are our kids developing the skills they'll need to successfully launch into adulthood? Does creating a customized, differentiated learning environment remove struggle and therefore minimize their ability to withstand discomfort?  We'll talk about what perseverance actually looks like in the real world - deadlines you didn't choose, unsexy responsibilities, difficult people - and examine how that intersects with highly personalized homeschooling. Along the way, we unpack when adapting and differentiating supports resilience versus when it might unintentionally reduce tolerance for discomfort, and we wrestle with the roles of neurodivergence, privilege, capitalism, and compliance in how we define “grit.” As is so often the case, we don't offer tidy answers… but we do offer honest reflection, balance, and a more nuanced way to think about preparing kids for life beyond homeschooling.We'd love to invite you to join our book club.  Reading books among community matters so much. Homeschooling can feel isolating, but processing complex topics alongside like-minded people helps fill your cup, sharpen your thinking, and remind you that you're not navigating this alone. Our current book club selection is How to Raise Fids Who Aren't Assholes : Science-Based Strategies for Better Parenting - From Tots to Teens.Click here to learn more: ⁠https://bit.ly/3X5R0gI⁠  Use code BOOKWORM for 90% of your first month!  Jumpstart your homeschooling with our online courses:Homeschool 101: The No-Panic Boot Camp - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/nopanichomeschool⁠ And, purchase the workbook here:  https://a.co/d/fehPA6G The Smart Start Guide to Homeschool Curriculum - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/curriculumnbundle⁠ Preschool and Kindergarten, Reimagine: A Complete Guide for Homeschooling Littles  - ⁠https://courses.homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/earlyed101⁠  Find Meagan's book - 101 Comebacks to Homeschool Objections: Polite replies, powerful comebacks, and everything in between. - here: https://a.co/d/iTRH14Y Explore Outschool!  Use code BUDGET50 to save 50% off your first three months of membership.https://outschool.com/ Would you like personalized coaching from Meagan or Amanda (or both)???? We offer consultation services. Feel free to take a look at our respective bios and book a time that is convenient for you.⁠https://calendly.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Every month we release a themed unit study that is secular and progressive.  We focus on own-voice sources and inclusive learning opportunities.  ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/homeschool-moms-unfiltered⁠ Visit our website here:  ⁠https://homeschoolmomsunfiltered.com/⁠ Let's be friends!!! Follow us on social media for giveaways and updates!!IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered/⁠ FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ Love Homeschool Moms Unfiltered and want to show your support? ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/homeschoolmomsunfiltered⁠ 

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 17, Session 4—Esther Saved Her People.

Worried you'll only get one student and your online preschool dream will flop?If so, you should listen in to today's Preschool All Stars story!Safaa Elamin started with just 3 family members, and for a while she only had 1 student. But instead of quitting, she listened to her community. They asked for Arabic, then Quran, then Islamic Studies—and Safaa built each class around their needs.Now she teaches 209 students worldwide. She even sells her own Arabic curriculum and fills her classes through referrals alone—no ads required!Want to know how she did it? Listen in to learn:The pay-what-you-can pricing model that made her school explodeHow she turned one parent request into a full curriculum she now sellsThe fastest way to grow your school by saying YES to this one parent requestPlease rate and review us at Apple Podcasts. (We hope we've earned your 5 stars!)GET MY FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY:❤️ Get my FREE “Start Your Preschool” book (+ $7.95 s&h)❤️ Watch my FREE "How to Start a Local or Online Preschool" Workshop❤️ Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journeyFOLLOW ME ON MY MISSION:

Orange County judge Israel Claustro pleads guilty to mail fraud. How the implementation of universal transitional kindergarten is changing schools in SoCal. Plus, K-pop sensation BTS announces world tour dates in L.A. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Every week, members of The Gospel Project for Kids team offer guidance to help you as you prepare to teach each session to preschoolers and kids. This week, we discuss Unit 17, Session 3—The Prophet Zechariah.

We were told cursive was outdated. But the science says otherwise. In this episode, I make the research-backed case for why cursive isn't about pretty handwriting—it's about building better brains, stronger readers, and more focused learners. If you homeschool or are questioning the modern school model, this one might change how you think about writing forever. Brain Research: The Effects of Handwriting Experience on Literacy Learning The Importance of Cursive Handwriting Over Typewriting for Learning in the Classroom: A High-Density EEG Study of 12-Year-Old Children and Young Adults Why Does Writing by Hand Promote Better and Faster Learning? The Effects of Handwriting Experience on Literacy Learning Promoting Handwriting Fluency for Preschool and Elementary-Age Students: Meta-Analysis and Meta-Synthesis of Research From 2000 to 2020 Beyond the Loops: The Scientific Case for Cursive Handwriting in Supporting Dysgraphia and Letter Reversals Teaching of cursive writing in the first year of primary school: Effect on reading and writing skills Connecting Writing to the Brain, Literacy, and Technology Cursive Resources: The Good and the Beautiful Cursive Curriculum Links for Vintage Books including Spencerian Cursive for Purchase or Free Download SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter FREE MONTHLY WORKSHOP: CLICK HERE Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  NEW Instagram Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com