Podcasts about purposeful play

If you've been thinking about starting your private practice later in life or after you've worked as an SLP, this episode is for you! Today's guest proves it's never too late to make your dreams a reality.Joining me is Christine Zinn, SLP and owner of The Speech School in Las Vegas, Nevada. I've known Christine throughout her time in the Start and Grow Your Private Practice Programs and have seen her amazing growth as a clinician and business owner.After going to grad school much later in life than she had planned, and doing some serious soul searching, Christine realized private practice was a way of creating something for herself (instead of for a demanding employer!).In this episode, Christine talks about going to grad school later on in her career and how she found the confidence to build a lifestyle private practice that reflects her professional and personal values.Christine "Miss Chris" Zinn is a pediatric Speech Pathologist in the Las Vegas area. Her practice, The Speech School LLC, focuses on caregiver coaching/education, small groups for "Purposeful Play," and 1:1 treatment. She combines quality, evidence-based clinical practice with reassuring, practical communication strategies for our youngest communicators and their caregivers.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Finding the courage to go to grad school later on in lifeOvercoming limiting beliefs to follow your passionHow imagining her “ideal day” helped her realize private practice was a good fitAdding Medicaid to her practice to serve more clientsChristine's support community of other private practice owners in the Las Vegas areaUsing what you want to move away from and what you want to move toward as a guide to decision-making in your careerChristine has built a business that perfectly matches her lifestyle and values! It's never too late to realize what you want and to make it come to pass. I hope her story inspires you to take the next step toward what you want and try something new!If you would like to know more about our programs and how we help you start or grow their practice, just like we helped Christine, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Check out Christine's practice: http://www.thespeechschool.comFollow The Speech School on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeechschoollvGet support starting or growing your private practice: http://www.IndependentClinician.com/resourcesWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook:

Transforming Teams, Learning, and Leadership with Playful Principles. About Liam Isaac Liam Isaac Director Of Learning And Innovation @ Seriouswork Liam Isaac is a champion of purposeful play and its transformative power at every level. As the Director of Learning and Innovation at SERIOUSWORK, Liam designs meaningful, engaging, and joyful experiences using innovative tools like LEGO® Serious Play®. With expertise in learning experience design and systems thinking, he collaborates with clients to create bespoke workshops and training programs tailored to unique needs. A professional facilitator with over 15 years of teaching experience at prestigious institutions, Liam helps teams gain clarity, spark creativity, and supercharge collaboration. Outside of work, he embraces the playful chaos of life with his two kids, crafting cardboard robots, flipping pancakes (badly), and living the role of pirate extraordinaire. Liam Issac on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-isaac/ Resources https://serious.global/  John Mikton on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton Web: beyonddigital.org  Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents  Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt   Web: www.appsevents.com  Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube  Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we'll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial

In this episode of the Road to Growth podcast, we are pleased to introduce you to Nicholas Devlin. Nick is a certified professional life coach and former Army Ranger with 200+ combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. His mission is to inspire and uplift others to embrace their greatness, love their lives and live their dreams. His core values are Freedom, Connection and Purposeful Play.   His professional pedigree also includes 15 years as a manufacturing engineer in new product development, bringing many profitable products to market, achieving an MBA from an Ivy League University, years of corporate management experience in the Medical Device industry and launching his own profitable coaching business from the ground up.   With well over 1,000 hrs of coaching entrepreneurs and corporate professionals, Nick has helped hundreds of humans break free from fear and doubt to create their big dreams, using cutting edge ‘Skills Practice Methods' he co-created with Dave Buck, a Master Certified Life Coach and CEO of Coachville.   Certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and Coachville (CV), Nick is pushing the boundaries of the Human Potential Movement, while bringing a calming presence and deep wisdom from living a bold life creating his own big dreams.   From performing on stage in the Boston music scene in the early 2000's, to becoming a Special Operations Army Ranger, and ultimately a Transformational Life Coach, he has become a leading expert in human transformation and lifestyle design. Learn more and connect with Nicholas Devlin by visiting him on   Website: www.nickdevlincoaching.com Facebook : www.facebook.com/nicholas-devlin-3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealnickdevlin/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-devlin/ Email: nick@nickdevlincoaching.com     Be sure to follow us on Twitter: Twitter.com/to_growth on Facebook: facebook.com/Road2Growth   Subscribe to our podcast across the web: https://www.theenriquezgroup.com/blog Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Cdmacc iTunes: https://apple.co/2F4zAcn Castbox: http://bit.ly/2F4NfQq Google Play: http://bit.ly/2TxUYQ2 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnzMRkl-PurAb32mCLCMeA?view_as=subscriber   If you are looking to be a Guest on Podcasts please click below  https://kitcaster.com/rtg/  For any San Diego Real Estate Questions Please Follow Us at web: www.TheEnriquezGroup.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnzMRkl-PurAb32mCLCMeA or Call : 858 -345 - 7829 Recently reduced properties in San Diego County * Click **** bit.ly/3cbT65C **** Here* ************************************************************ Sponsor = www.MelodyClouds.com

Sue Kim and Myuriel Von Aspen, Building Productive Partnerships   ROUNDING UP: SEASON 3 | EPISODE 10 In this episode, we examine the practice of building productive student partnerships. We'll talk about ways  educators can cultivate joyful and productive partnerships and the role the educator plays once students are engaged with their partner.  BIOGRAPHIES Sue Kim is an advocate for children's thinking and providing them a voice in learning mathematics. She received her teaching credential and master of education from Biola University in Southern California. She has been an educator for 15 years and has taught and coached across TK–5th grade classrooms including Los Angeles Unified School District and El Segundo Unified School District as well as several other Orange County, California, school districts.  Myuriel von Aspen believes in fostering collaborative partnerships with teachers with the goal of advancing equitable, high-quality learning opportunities for all children. Myuriel earned a master of arts in teaching and a master of business administration from the University of California, Irvine and a bachelor of science in computer science from Florida International University. She currently serves as a math coordinator of the Teaching, Learning, and Instructional Leadership Collaborative. ​ RESOURCES Catalyzing Change in Early Childhood and Elementary Mathematics by National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Purposeful Play by Kristine Mraz, Alison Porcelli, and Cheryl Tyler  Hands Down, Speak Out: Listening and Talking Across Literacy and Math K–5 by Kassia Omohundro Wedekind and Christy Hermann Thompson TRANSCRIPT Mike Wallus: What are the keys to establishing productive student partnerships in an elementary classroom? And how can educators leverage the learning that happens in partnerships for the benefit of the entire class? We'll explore these and other questions with Sue Kim and Myuriel von Aspen from the Orange County Office of Education on this episode of Rounding Up.  Well, hi, Sue and Myuriel. Welcome to the podcast. Myuriel von Aspen: Hi, Mike.  Sue Kim: Thanks for having us. Mike: Thrilled to have you both.  So, I first heard you two talk about the power of student partnerships in a context that involved counting collections. And during that presentation, you all said a few things that I have been thinking about ever since. The first thing that you said was that neuroscience shows that you can't really separate emotions from the way that we learn. And I wonder what do you mean when you say that and why do you think it's important when we're thinking about student partnerships? Myuriel: Yes, absolutely. So, this idea comes directly from neuroscience research, the idea that we cannot build memories without emotions. I'm going to read to you a short quote from the NCTM [National Council of Teachers of Mathematics] publication Catalyzing Change in Early Childhood and Elementary Mathematics that says, “Emerging evidence from neuroscience strongly shows that one cannot separate the learning of mathematics content from children's views and feelings toward mathematics.”  So, to me, what that says is that how children feel has a huge influence on their ability to learn math and also on how they feel about themselves as learners of math. So, depending on how they feel, they might be willing to engage in the content or not. And so, as they're engaging in counting collections and they're enjoying counting and they feel joyful and they're doing this with friends, they will learn better because they enjoy it, and they care about what they're doing and what they're learning. Mike: You know, this is a nice segue to the other thing that has been on my mind since I heard you all talk about this because I remember you said that students don't think about a task like counting collections as work, that they see it as play. And I wonder what you think the ramifications of that are for how we approach student partnership? Sue: Yeah, you know, I've been in so many classrooms across TK through fifth [grade], and when I watch kids count collections, we see joy, we see engagement in these ways. But I've also been thinking about this idea of how play is even defined, in a way, since you asked that question that they think of it as play.  Kristine Mraz, teacher, author, and a consultant, has [coauthored] a book called Purposeful Play. And I remember this was the first time I hear about this reference about Vivian Paley, an American early childhood educator and researcher, stress through her career, the importance of play for children when she discovered in her work that play's actually a very complex activity and that it is indeed hard work. It's the work of kids. It's the work of what children do. That's their life, in a sense. And so, something I've been thinking about is how kids perceive play is different than how adults perceive play. And so, they take it with seriousness. There is a complex, very intentionality behind things that they do and say. And so, when we are in our session, and we reference Megan Franke, she says that when young people are engaging with each other's ideas, what they're able to do is mathematically important. But it's also important because they're learning to learn together. They're learning to hear each other. They're developing social and emotional skills as they try and navigate and negotiate each other's ideas. And I think for kids that this could be considered play, and I think that's so fascinating because it's so meaningful to them. And even in a task like counting, they're doing all these complex things. But as adults we see them, and we're like, “Oh, they're playing.” But they are really thinking deeply about some of these ideas while they're developing these very critical skills that we need to give opportunities for them to develop. Myuriel: I like that idea of leaning into the play that you consider maybe not as serious, but they are. Whether they're playing seriously or not, that you might take that opportunity to make it into a mathematical question or a mathematical reflection. Sue: I totally agree with you. And taking it back to that question that you asked, Mike, about, “How do we approach student partnerships then?” And I think that we need to approach it with this lens of curiosity while we let kids engage in these ways and opportunities of learning to hear each other and develop these social-emotional skills, like we said. And so, when you see kids that we think are “playing” or they're building a tower: How might we enter that space with a lens of curiosity? Because to them, I think it's serious work. We can't just think, “Oh, they're not really in the task” or “They're not doing what they were supposed to do.” But how do we lean into that space with a lens of curiosity as Megan reminded us to do, to see what mathematical things we can tap into? And I think that kids always rise to the occasion. Mike: I love that. So, let's talk about how educators can cultivate joyful and productive student partnerships. I'm going to guess that as is often the case, this starts by examining existing beliefs that I might have and some of my expectations. Sue: Yeah, I think it really begins with your outlook and your identity as a teacher. What's your outlook on what's actually possible for kids in your class? Do you believe that kids as young as 4-year-olds can take on this responsibility of engaging with each other in these intelligent ways? Unless we begin there and we really think and reflect and examine what our beliefs are about that, I think it's hard to go and move beyond that, if that makes sense.  And like what we just talked about, it's being open to the curiosity of what could be the capacity of how kids learn. I've seen enough 4-year-olds in TK classrooms doing these big things. They always blow my mind, blow my expectations, when opportunities are given to them and consistently given to them. And it's a process, right? They're not going to start on day one doing some of these more complex things. But they can learn from one another, and they also learn from you as a teacher because they are really paying attention. They are attending to some of these complex ideas that we put in front of them. Mike: Well, you hit on the question that I was thinking about. Because I remember you saying that part of nurturing partnerships starts with a teacher and perhaps a pair of children at a table. Can you all paint a picture of what that might look like for educators who are listening? Sue: Yeah, so actually in one of the most recent classrooms, I went in, and this teacher allowed me to partner with her in this work. She wanted to be able to observe and do it in a structured way so that she could pick up on some details of noticing the things that kids were doing. And so, she would have a collection out, or they got to choose. She was really good about offering choice to kids, another way to really engage them. And so, they would choose. They would come together. And then she started just taking some anecdotal notes on what she heard kids saying, what she saw them doing, what they had to actually navigate through some of the things, the stuck moments that came up.  From that, we were able to develop, “OK, what are some goals? We noticed Students A and B doing this and speaking in these ways. What might be the next step that we might want to put into a mini lesson or model out or have them actually share with the class what they were working on mathematically?” Whether it was organization, or how they decided they wanted to represent their count, how they counted and things like that.  And so, it was just this really natural process that took place that we were able to really lean into and leverage that kids really responded to because it wasn't someone else's work or a page from a textbook. It was their work, their collection that was meaningful to them and they had a true voice and a stake in that work. Mike: I feel like there have been points in time where my understanding of building groups was almost like an engineering problem, where you needed to model what you wanted kids to do and have them rehearse it so specifically. But I think what sits at the bottom of that approach is more about compliance. And what I loved about what you described, Sue, is a process where you're building on the mathematical assets that kids are showing you during their time together—but also on the social assets that they're showing you. So, in that time when you might be observing a pair or a partnership playing together, working together with something like counting collections, you have a chance to observe the mathematics that's happening. You also have a chance to observe the social assets that you see happening. And you can use that as a way to build for that group, but also to build for the larger group of children. And that just feels really profoundly different than, I think, how I used to think about what it was to build partnerships that were “effective.” Myuriel: You know, Mike, I think it's not only compliance. It's also that control. And what it makes me think about is, when we want to model ourselves what we want students to do, instead of—exactly what you said, looking at what they're doing and bringing that knowledge, those skills, that wisdom that's in the room from the students to show to others so that they feel like their knowledge counts. The teacher is not only the only authority or the only source of knowledge in the room—we bring so much, and we can learn from each other. So, I think it's so much more productive and so effective in developing the identity of students when you are showing something that they're doing to their peers versus you as an adult telling them what to do. Mike: Yeah. Are there any particular resources that you all have found helpful for crafting mini lessons as students are learning about how to become a partnership or to be productive in a partnership? Myuriel: Yes. One book that I love, it's not specific to counting collections, but it does provide opportunities for teachers to create micro-lessons when students are listening and talking to each other. It's Hands Down, Speak Out: Listening and Talking Across Literacy and Math K–5 by Kassia [Omohundro] Wedekind and Christy [Hermann] Thompson. And the reason why I love this book is because it provides, again, these micro-lessons depending on what the teacher is noticing, whether it is that the teacher is noticing that students need support listening to each other or maybe making their ideas clear. Or maybe students need to learn how to ask questions more effectively or even reflect on setting and reflecting on the goals that they have as partners. It does provide ideas for teachers to create those micro-lessons based on what the teacher is noticing. Sue: Yeah, I guess I want to add to that, Mike, as well, the resources that Myuriel said. But also, I think this is something I really learned along the process of walking alongside this teacher, was looking at partnerships through a mathematical lens and then a social lens. And so, the mini lesson could be birthed out of watching kids in one day. It might be a social lens thinking about, “They were kind of stuck because they wanted to choose different collections. What might we do about that?” And that kind of is tied to this problem-solving type of skill and goal that we would want kids to work on. That's definitely something that's going to come up as kids are working in partnerships. These partnerships are not perfect and pristine all the time. I think that's the nature of the job. And just as humans, they're learning how to get along, they're learning how to communicate and navigate and negotiate these things. And I think those are beautiful opportunities for kids and for teachers, then, to really lean into as goals, as mini lessons that can be out of this. And these mini lessons don't have to be long and drawn out. They can be a quick 5-, 10-minute thing. Or you can pause in the middle of counting and kind of spotlight the fact that “Mike and Brent had this problem, but we want to learn from them because they figured out how to solve it. And this is how. Let's listen to what happened.” So, these natural, not only places in a lesson that these opportunities for teaching can pop up, but that these mini lessons come straight from kids and how they are interacting and how they are taking up partnerships, whether it be mathematical or social. Mike: I think you're helping me address something that if I'm transparent about was challenging for me when I was a classroom teacher. I got a little bit nervous about what was happening and sometimes I would shut things down if I perceived partnerships to be, I don't know, overwhelming or maybe even messy. But you're making me think now that part of this work is actually noticing what are the assets that kids have in their social interactions in the way that they're playing together, collaborating together, the mathematics? And I think that's a big shift in my mind from the way that I was thinking about this work before. And I wonder, first of all, is this something that you all notice that teachers sometimes are challenged by? And two, how you talk to someone who's struggling with that question of like, “Oh my gosh, what's happening in my classroom?” Myuriel: Yes, I can totally understand how teachers might get overwhelmed. We hear this from, not only from teachers trying to do the work of counting collections, but even just using tools for students to problem-solve because it does get messy. I like the way Sue keeps emphasizing how it will be messy. When you have rich mathematical learning happening, and you're using tools and collections and you have 30 students having conversations, it definitely will get messy. But I would say that something that teachers can do to mitigate some of that messiness is to think about the logistics ahead of time and be intentional about what you are planning to do. So, some of the things that they may want to think about is: How are students going to access the counting collections? Where are you going to [put] the tools that they're going to be using? Where physically in the classrooms will students get together to have collections so that they have enough room to spread out and record and talk to each other? And just like Sue was mentioning: How do I partner students so that they do have a good experience, and they support each other? So, all of these things that might cost a bit of chaos if you don't think about them, you can actually think about each one of those ahead of time so that you do have a plan for each one of those.  Another thing that teachers may want to consider thinking about is, what do they want to pay attention to when they are facilitating or walking around? There's a lot that they need to pay attention to. Just like Sue mentioned, it is important for them to pay attention to something because you want to bring what's in the room to connect it and have these mini lessons of what students actually need. And also, thinking about after the counting collections: What worked and what didn't? And what changes do I want to make next time when I do this again? Just so that there is a process of improvement every time. Because as Sue had mentioned, it's not going to happen on day one. You are learning as a teacher, and the students are learning. So, everybody in that room is learning to make this a productive and joyful experience. Sue: Yeah, and another thing that I would definitely remind teachers about is that there's actually research out there about how important it is for kids to engage with one another's mathematical ideas. I'm so thankful that people are researching out there doing this work for us. And this goes along with what Myuriel was saying, but the expectations that we put on ourselves as teachers sometimes are too far. We're our biggest critique-ers of the work that we do. And of course we want things to go well, but to make it more low-risk for yourself. I think that when we lower those stakes, we're more prone to let kids take ownership of working together in these ways, to use language and communication that makes sense while doing math and using these cognitive abilities that are still in the process of developing. And I think they need to remember that it takes time to develop, and it's going to get there. And kids are going to learn. Kids are going to do some really big things with their understanding. But giving [yourself] space, the time to learn along with your students, I think is very critical so that you feel like it's manageable. You feel like you can do it again the next day. Mike: Tell me a little bit about how you have seen educators use things like authentic images or even video to help their students make sense of what it means to work in a partnership. What have you seen teachers do? Sue: Yeah. Not to mention how that is one sure way to get kids engaged. I don't know if you've been in a room full of first graders or kindergartners, but if you put a video image up that's them counting and showing how they are thinking about things, they are one-hundred-percent there with you. They love being acknowledged and recognized as being the doers and the sensemakers of mathematics. And it goes into this idea of how we position kids competently, and this is another way that we can do that. But capturing student thinking in photos or a short clip has really been a powerful tool to get kids to engage in each other's ideas in a deeper way. I think it allows teachers and students to pause and slow down and really focus in on the skill of noticing. I think people forget that noticing is a skill you have to teach. And you have to give opportunities for kids to actually do these things so they can see mathematically what's happening within the freeze-frame of this image, of this collection, and how we might ask questions to help facilitate and guide their thinking to think deeply about these ideas. And so, I've seen teachers use them with partners, and they may say, “Hey, here's one way that they were counting. How do you think they counted within the frame of this picture or this photo that we took?” And then kids will have these conversations. They'll engage mathematically what they think, and then they might show the video clip of the students actually counting. And they get to make predictions. They get to navigate the language around what they think. And it's just, again, been a really nice tool that has then branched out into whole-group discussions. So, you can use it with partnerships and engage certain kids in specific ways, but then being able to utilize that and leverage that in whole-group settings has really been powerful to see. Myuriel: I also recently observed a teacher with pictures, showing students different tools that different partners were using and having those discussions about, “Why did this tool work and why didn't this one?” or “What will you have to do if your collection gets bigger?” So, it is a great opportunity to really show from what they're using and having those discussions about what works and what doesn't, and “Why would I use this versus this?” from their own work. Mike: Myuriel, what you made me wonder is if you could apply this same idea of using video or images to help support some of those social goals that we were talking about for students as well. Myuriel: I think that you could. I can just imagine that if you see two students working together and supporting each other or asking some good questions and being curious, you could record them and then show that to the others to ask them what they're noticing. “How are these two students supporting each other in their learning?” Even “How are they being kind to each other when they make a mistake?” So, there is so much power in using video for not just the mathematical skills, but also for the social skills. Sue: Myuriel, when you're talking, you're reminding me about two particular students that we have watched, and we have recorded video around, actually, when they came to a disagreement.  There was this one instance when a couple of students came to a disagreement about what to call the next number of the sequence. And that was a really cool moment because we actually discovered, “Wow, these two peers had enough trust in each other to pause, to listen to both sides.” And then when it came time to actually call the number and the sequence, the other student actually trusted enough and listened to the reasoning of the other student to say, “OK, I'm going to go along with you, and I think that should be what the sequence is.” And it was just a really neat opportunity and—that this teacher actually showed in front of kids just to see what kids would say in response to that particular moment. Myuriel: It was actually one very cute, but very interesting moment when you see that second student who's listening to the other one. And actually at first she kind of argued with him a little bit about, “No, it's not this number.” But the second time around, when she counted, she paused right at that same spot where she had trouble before, and she set the number that he had suggested the earlier time so that you see that she's listening, she's considering someone else's ideas, and she's learning the correct sequence. Yes, that was really amazing to see. Sue: So, it's the sequence of numbers that they're working on, but think about all the social aspects of what is happening and developing, and I think that they're addressing it and that they're having to engage with [it]. It's [a] very complex situation that they're learning a lot of skills around in that very moment. Mike: You know, I wonder how an educator might think about their role once students are actually engaged with a partner. How do you all think about goals, or the role of the teacher, once students are working with a partner? Sue: I think that one of the things we're really thinking about and being more intentional about is: When do we actually interject, or when do we as teachers actually say something? When and how do we make those decisions? And for several years now, I've really taken on this notion that we are facilitators. Yes, we're teachers. But more than anything, we are facilitators of the students in our class, and we want to really give them the opportunity to work through some of these ideas. And we will have set up partnerships based on what we've seen and notes that we took as kids have been working. But it's an ever-innovated process, I think. And I think something that's always going to be on the forefront is that idea: How are we facilitating? How are we deciding when we want to say something or interject, and why? And what is it that we are trying to get kids to think about? Because I think we need to help students realize that they are always in the driver's seat of what they're doing, especially if they're in a partnership. And there are targeted things that we can have them maybe think about when we drop a question based on what we're noticing. Or maybe when they're stuck, and they're in the middle of negotiating something. But I really think that it starts there with us kind of thinking about: What is our role? Is it OK that we step back and we just watch even if they have to problem-solve through something that feels like, “Oh, I don't know if they're going to get through that moment.” But we've got to let them. We've got to give them opportunities to do that without having to rescue them every single time. Myuriel: And you're right, Sue, we've seen it so many times when if you just bite your tongue, 10 seconds later, it's happening, right? They're helping each other, and they get to the idea that you thought you had to bring up to them. But they were able to resolve it. So, if we only allow that time for them to process the idea or to revise their thinking or to allow the other partner to support their partner, it will happen. Sue: Yeah, and I think that doesn't mean that we can't set kids up. I've seen teachers launch the lesson with something a partner did before yesterday, and they will have referred to a protocol or something they're working on. And then as facilitators, we can then go out, and we might already be thinking about, “Oh, I want to be watching these two partnerships today”—having in mind, “OK, this is my target idea for them, my target goal for them.” So, there are definite ways that we can frame and decide who we want to watch and observe, but while in the balance of letting kids do what they're going to do and what the expectation of being surprised. Because kids always surprise us with their brilliance. Mike: Yeah, there's multiple things that came to mind as I was listening to you all talk about this. The first one is how it's possible to inadvertently condition kids to see the teacher coming and look and stop and potentially look for the teacher to say something. We actually do want to avoid that. We want to see their thinking.  The other piece is the difference between, as you said, potentially dropping a question and interjecting, as you said, Myuriel, biting your tongue and letting them persist through—whether it's an idea they're grappling with or a struggle for what to do next—that there's so much information in those moments that we can learn or that might help us think about what's next. It's a challenge, I think, because math culture in the United States is such that we're kind of trained to see something that looks like a mistake. “Let's get in there.” And I hear you giving people permission to say, “Actually, it's OK to step back and watch their thinking and watch them try to make sense of things because there's a big payoff there.” Sue: Absolutely. Yeah.  Myuriel: Yes. And, Mike, I think we as teachers—you feel the need of having to address every single “mistake” per either individual student or per partnership. And sometimes you feel like, “I have 30 students, how can I possibly do that?” And I think that's where the power of doing a share out from what you've observed, bringing everyone together, learning from what was in the room, right? Because just like Sue was saying, it's not that you don't ever set up kids with knowledge of what you've observed, but you bring the power. It's what you're bringing, what's in the room, what you've noticed. But you share it out, or you have students share it out, with everyone so that everyone is moving forward. Mike: I have a follow-up question for you all about goals for partnerships. I'm wondering how you think about the potential for partnerships as a way to help develop language, be it academic or social, for students. Are there particular practices that you imagine educators could take up if language development was one of their goals? Myuriel: I'm so glad you're asking that question because I don't think we can learn math without language. I don't think we can learn anything without language. And I think that working in partnerships provides such an authentic, meaningful way of developing language because students are in conversations with each other. And we know that conversation is one way that ideas develop conversations or even sharing your thinking. Sometimes we notice that as students are sharing their thinking, and they're listening to themselves, they catch themselves making a mistake, and they are able to revise their thinking based on what they are saying. So again, I think it is the perfect opportunity for students to mathematically learn counting sequence or socially learn how to negotiate and make sense of what they're going to represent, when they're counting, or to explain their thinking. And we know, of course, that one of the mathematical practices is justifying, explaining your thinking. So, it's important to provide those opportunities for students to do that in this kind of structural way. I also think that working in partnerships provides this opportunity for teachers to listen and notice if there's any language that students are starting to use that can be shared with others. So again, this idea that you hear it from someone in the room and that's going to help everybody else grow. Or that if students are doing something and you can name it, provide those terms to students. So, for example, just like I mentioned, somebody's explaining their thinking and through that they change their mind. They revised their thinking. Actually sharing that with the whole class and naming it: “Oh, they were revising their thinking” or sharing how they were explaining something with academic language so that others can also use that language as they're explaining their own thinking. So, I think that those are powerful ways to provide opportunities for everyone's academic language or social skills through language to be developed. Sue: Yeah, I think that another big idea that comes out of that language piece is just how kids are learning to make sense of how to be partners, especially our younger students, our younger mathematicians. They're really needing to figure out like, “Oh, what does it mean to take turns to speak about this and how I use my words in this way versus another?” And I think that's another big opportunity for kids to build those skills because we can't just assume that kids come into our classrooms knowing how to talk in these ways, how to address each other, how to engage respectfully, that they can disagree respectfully, even in partnerships. And we want them to have the time and space to be able to develop those skills through language as well. Mike: You know, I think the mental movie that I have for the point in time after children have engaged in any kind of partnership task, be it counting collections or something else, has really shifted. Because I think beforehand the way the movie ended was potentially sharing a student's representation if they had represented something on a piece of paper that showed what they had physically done with their things. And I still think that's valid and important, particularly if that's one of your goals.  But you're making me think a lot more about the potential of images of students at work as they're going through the process or video and how closing, or potentially opening the next time, with that really just kind of expands this idea of what's happening. Being able to look at a set of hands that are on a set of materials or in the process of moving materials or listening to language that's emerging from students in the form of a short video. There's a lot of richness that you could capture, and it's also a little bit more of a diverse way of showing what's going on. And it feels like another way to really position what you're doing—not just the output in the form of the paper representation—but what you're actually doing is valuable, and it's a contribution. And I think that just feels like there's a lot of potential in what you all are describing. Sue: I think you hit the nail on the head. We're trying, and it's hard work. But to be open to these ideas, to these possibilities. And like you said, it's positioning kids so drastically different than how we've been doing it for so many years. And how you're actually inviting kids to be contributors of this work that they are now. They have the knowledge. They are the ones that hold the knowledge in the room. And how we frame kids and what they're doing is I think very critical because kids learn from that, and kids have so many things to offer that we need to really be able to think about how we want to create those opportunities for kids. Myuriel: And, Mike, something that you said also made me think of just like we want to provide those opportunities for students to be creative and to show what they know. What you were talking about, having this new perspective, makes me think about also teachers being creative with how they use counting collections, right? There isn't just the one way. It doesn't mean that at the end of every counting collection, I have to have a share out right at the end and decide at that moment. I could start the day that way. I could start the next session that way. I could use a video. I could use a picture. I could have students share it. So, you can get creative. And I think that's the beauty also, because I think as a teacher, it's not only the students that are learning; you are learning along with them. Mike: That's a great place to stop. This has been an absolutely fabulous conversation. Thank you both so much for joining us. Myuriel: Thank you. Thank you so much for this opportunity. Sue: Thank you. Thanks for having us. Mike: This podcast is brought to you by The Math Learning Center and the Maier Math Foundation, dedicated to inspiring and enabling all individuals to discover and develop their mathematical confidence and ability. © 2025 The Math Learning Center | www.mathlearningcenter.org  

Designing effective and engaging learning toys for children is always a challenge. It's one that Dr. Ben Miller has embraced. He's a learning scientist and senior learning designer for LeapFrog. He talks with Chris about the concept of purposeful play, designing for learning, the opportunities and challenges for AI in learning toys, and best practices for those developing learning toys. It's a wide-ranging conversation, but you'll be impressed by Ben's insight and passion for building play-based learning. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-playground-podcast/support

How do we better engage our students?What leads to better engagement in classrooms?In today's episode Edwina unpacks the 4 key findings that Lego Education found in their study of over 6000 administrators, teachers, parents and students into classroom engagement. Student engagement has far reaching effects beyond the classroom, including teacher retention. This report from Lego Education brings home the importance of focusing on those teaching strategies that deliver the highest student engagement. Get all the links on the episode pageTo sign up to Get Curious, the weekly newsletter with actionable strategies for keeping children and adults curious, go here.☕️ You can help me to keep going with the podcast by buying me a coffee

This episode is a fun quick book review on Purposeful Play by Kristi Mraz, Allison Porcelli, and Cheryl TylerHere's a quick snapshot of what we discussed in this episode:-Introduction and book summary: We start off by outlining what "Purposeful Play" is all about. The book firmly stands by the idea that play and learning are intertwined and can be a potent mechanism to instill meaningful learning experiences.- Why 'Purposeful Play' is a must-read for early educators: We delve into the reason why this book is essential for early childhood educators. The book effortlessly combines research-supported content with practical strategies, helping educators implement play-based learning effectively. - Why 'Purposeful Play' is a great book about play: We highlight the elements that make "Purposeful Play" a standout book about play. The authors emphasize the value of intentional and planned play in promoting learning. - Applying insights from 'Purposeful Play' in classrooms: We discuss how early educators can take the information from the book and apply it to their classrooms. From creating a play-based learning environment to integrating academic goals into play, the book provides comprehensive guidance. - Conclusion: Wrapping up the episode, we reiterate the significance of "Purposeful Play" as an enlightening tool that redefines our understanding of play and its role in learning. **Mentioned in this episode:**- "Purposeful Play" by Mraz, Porcelli, and TylerKnow a friend who loves early childhood? Share this podcast. Lot's more topics, tips, and fun on Instagram @prek.spotFor awesome merch and more info visit Pre-KSpot.comEven more free content inside out our weekly newsletter! Join today.We have so many amazing resources and FREEBIES just for you.

This week talk all about the stages and types of play. We get down to the basics so that you as a teacher have the foundation you need to incorporate more play in the classroom.This weeks episode discusses what each stage looks like and what each kind of play looks like. We discuss the benefits of play and how to observe and read children's play.Have some struggling students when it comes to play skills? Have a student stuck in one area? We discuss strategies and ideas for helping push these children forward.We discuss the go to book on play in the classroom, Purposeful Play by Kristine Mraz, Alison Porcelli, and Cheryl Tyler.Know a friend who loves early childhood? Share this podcast. Lot's more topics, tips, and fun on Instagram @prek.spotFor awesome merch and more info visit Pre-KSpot.comEven more free content inside out our weekly newsletter! Join today.We have so many amazing resources and FREEBIES just for you.

Today we welcome Darshita Raval, CEO of MindHappy — a lifestyle and wellness brand centered around imaginative play and thoughtful creativity, grounded in psychology research. If you want to try MindHappy, You can  save 15% on your order when you visit: MindHappy.com, and use the code COURAGE15 at checkout.  All MindHappy phone free activities, from music box building to coloring, are selected based on science–  restoring mental clarity, energizing connections, reducing anxiety and facilitating fulfilling moments. This episode is sponsored by AquaTru. Today our listeners can receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code “CWPOD” at checkout.   This episode is brought to you by OneSkin. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code CWPOD at https://www.oneskin.co/  #oneskinpod This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CWPOD and get on your way to being your best self.  This episode is brought to you by Sprout  Living. Save 20% using code "courageous" at checkout on all products, when you visit www.sproutliving.com   This episode is brought to you by MindHappy. Save 15% when you visit MindHappy.com, and use the code COURAGE15 at checkout. All MindHappy phone free activities, from music box building to coloring, are selected based on science– restoring mental clarity, energizing connections, reducing anxiety and facilitating fulfilling moments.

In this week's episode we're discussing all things baby milestones, and how we can incorporate purposeful play to help our children reach their physical milestones.  We're chatting with the amazing Dr Emily and Dr Matt from Kin Active Kids, who have joined us all the way from Texas! We discuss what the major baby milestones are, what age range we can expect our kids to meet these, what kind of activities we can focus on to help with their development and what to do if you're worried!  To learn more about KinActive Kids, Dr Emily and Dr Matt, head to the below: www.kinactivekids.com/ @kinactive_kids on instagram (Dr Emily) @dr_otto_dc on instagram (Dr Matt) This week's sponsor:  Our absolute favourite nappy and wipes brand is sponsoring the podcast! The whole comfy koalas range is eco friendly, biodegradable and soft on little baby bums!  With no cheap or irritating nasties (like some other wipes brands) the comfy koala eco wipes soothe & protect delicate skin, with Aloe, Jojoba and Vitamin E combined. And of course the Comfy Koalas nappies are eco-friendly, plant-based, with absolutely no nasties!! They're kind on delicate little bums and much better for the planet than regular plastic nappies. All packaging is compostable, and this amazing range can be delivered straight to your door as frequently as you like, meaning you never run out of nappies again!  To shop our favourite nappy and wipes brand, Head to comfykoalas.com.au and use the code BB35 for an extra $35 off your first Monthly Box of Eco Nappies & Wipes (or Nappies only). That's $94.95 (+FREE Shipping) for up to 214 nappies with 6 packs of wipes! *New subscribers only If you want to keep up to date with all things Baby Brain, make sure to follow us on socials Instagram: @babybrain.podcast  Tiktok: @babybrainpodcast Facebook: Baby Brain PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Grounded and Soaring, join Sam Shapiro and his guests – all parents at Marin Montessori and professionals in sports and education – as they delve into cultivating a love for physical activity and sportsmanship in children. Explore how Montessori principles can foster resilience, teamwork, and a balanced approach to athleticism. Episode Highlights: Cultivating Joy in Sports: Discover the importance of fun and enjoyment in children's sports and how it fosters a lifelong love for physical activity. Building Resilience Through Team Sports: Learn how team sports can develop resilience, character, and meaningful friendships among young athletes. The Role of Coaches and Parents: Understand the impact of positive coaching and parental support in shaping a healthy sports culture for children. Balancing Specialization and Generalization: Insights into the debate on early sports specialization versus a more well-rounded approach to physical activities. Montessori's Unique Approach to the Spirit of the Game: Discussion on how Montessori's focus on the whole child contributes to developing respectful and supportive athletes. Physical Activity Beyond Team Sports: Emphasizing the value of diverse physical activities, from team sports to individual pursuits like biking and hiking.

Purposeful play is one of the keys to appropriate motor development and hitting those all-important milestones. But what does it mean to create a home for purposeful play? Listen as Dr. Marissa Aron shares her expertise and what to look out for if you're concerned about your child's development.  Dr. Aron is a doctor of physical therapy specializing in infant and toddler development. She founded Mom & Me PT, her physical therapy practice in South Florida, to provide families with the support and education they deserve regarding their baby's movement milestones. Her passion is teaching parents simple ways they can guide their babies through each movement milestone, rather than waiting and hoping for them to happen on their own! In this episode, we discuss:  Why Dr. Aron decided to go into pediatric physical therapy What is causing the increase in developmental delays she's seeing in babies and toddlers The “containers” that are hindering development in babies What to do instead of using “containers” when you need to life but baby needs to move How to create spaces for purposeful throughout a child's development Signs that your child has spent too much time in a “container”   Connect with Dr. Marissa Aron: The Baby Blueprint - https://marissa-aron.mykajabi.com/thebabyblueprint Mom & Me PT - http://www.momandmept.com/ Dr. Aron on Instagram - https://instagram.com/momandmept   Discount Codes from Our Sponsors: Athletic Greens - AG1 - https://www.drinkag1.com/lynzy - Free One Year Supply of Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs Questions: What are a few popular baby products that parents may believe are beneficial for their child's development but actually aren't? How can parents feel confident they're getting trustworthy answers/advice when there are so many sources of misinformation? Don't babies just reach milestones when they're ready? Why is it so important to intentionally guide them? What are your top 2-3 pieces of advice to parents who want to know how they can set their baby up for success with movement milestones from the beginning? What kinds of issues are you seeing most in your practice these days? Why do you think these issues are so common? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Rebecca Horace, EdD, Founder at Playful Insights ConsultingOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-horrace/Host: Josh MasonOn ITSPmagazine  

PLAY FOR ALL! HI Friends! Did you know that JED is coming to Kansas? He will be with us at ESSDACK on December 7 and 8! We are excited about digging with him around Purposeful Play!

My guests today are Dr. Haeny Yoon and Dr. Lalitha Vasudevan, researchers who study play in early childhood and adolescence. We talk about the many benefits of play, the role of adults in setting up and facilitating play, and ways that play supports conceptual knowledge development as well as reading and writing skills. Later, I'm joined by colleagues Emily Strang-Campbell and Gina Dignon, as well as longtime friend Alison Porcelli, former teacher and school administrator and now a district coach, who is a co-author of two practitioner resources: Purposeful Play and Boosting English Language Acquisition in Choice Time.  ****Read a full transcript of this episode and learn more about the showMore on The Practice of Listening to Children: The Challenges of Hearing Children Out in an Adult-Regulated WorldMariana Souto-Manning and Haeny Yoon, Rethinking Early Literacies: Reading and Rewriting WorldsFollow Dr. Haeny Yoon @HaenyyoonFollow Dr. Lalitha Vasudevan @Elemveee****Dr. Haeny Yoon is an Associate Professor in the Dept. of Curriculum & Teaching at Teachers College, Columbia University. She is recommitting herself to the intellectual capacity and power of teachers to create, (re)imagine, and forward public scholarship and social change. As a former elementary school educator, she has always believed that when given the space, teachers can be engaged citizens who interrupt racism and multiple exclusions inherent in school curriculum, educational policies, and teaching pedagogies. She engages in research that studies how children and teachers create spaces of play or aesthetic experiences where creativity, social relationships, and civic engagement take precedence over standardization and regulation. She lives in New York City with her husband Neal and gets inspired daily by her niece and nephew, Emmy and Max. Dr. Lalitha Vasudevan is Professor of Technology and Education in the Communication, Media, and Learning Technologies Design Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. Over the past 20 years, she has explored the intersection of adolescent literacies, media and technologies, youth culture, and juvenile justice. She engages participatory, ethnographic, and multimodal methodologies to study how youth craft stories, represent themselves, and enact ways of knowing through their engagement with literacies, technologies, and media.Lalitha has conducted a variety of studies with court-involved youth. She has also explored the pedagogical practices of inclusive and special education teachers, the literacy and identity practices of middle school adolescents inside classroom settings, and the multimodal literacy and media engagements of adolescent boys. Lalitha has co-edited two volumes that explore the intersections of youth, media, and education: Media, Learning, and Sites of Possibility and Arts, Media, and Justice: Multimodal Explorations with Youth (both published with Peter Lang), and is currently writing a book about education, multimodal play, and belonging in the lives of court-involved youth.Special thanks to Alex Van Rose for audio editing this episode. Support the show

In this episode Dr. Craft shatters misconceptions and reveals the power of gaming for building social-emotional skills. How can educators effectively integrate gaming into their SEL programs?  Are You Ready To Unlock the Power of Gaming? The power of gaming can be harnessed to forge strong peer connections among students. By instilling the elements of gaming in social-emotional learning, students can be encouraged to reflect on their emotions and reactions in gaming scenarios, apply insights to real-life contexts, and foster belonging within their peer groups. Thus, far from being a mere recreational activity, gaming can be a potent tool for facilitating improved student well-being and social-emotional growth. Learn more about our amazing guest: Dr. Kristen Craft has served as a teacher, principal, and district administrator in public education for the past 27 years. A champion of students, Dr. Craft is currently the Scholastic Esports Specialist for Generation Esports. She helps normalize esports in education by supporting schools and districts to create a scholastic esports pipeline.  Mentoring educational leaders, teaching aspiring principals at the university level, presenting at multiple conferences, and connecting with leaders across the country, Kristen knows the impact leaders can have on a school or district. The culmination of her time in administration at both levels represents a lifetime of love spent in the greatest profession.   She is the Gaming Concepts Podcast host and has been featured in several ed leadership podcasts and publications.  Kristen was named the 2021 Kansas Principal of the Year. Twitter - @KristenEsports @GamingConceptsU @JoinGenEsports @HSELesports   LinkedIn - KristenEsports, Generation Esports Links explored in this episode ‍LGBTQ Students Finding Hope in Declining Mental Health via Esports in Schools https://www.gamingconcepts.gg/ Huge thanks to our amazing Sponsor for this episode! Mackin For highlights from this conversation: 00:06:52 - Gaming as a Tool for Connection and Belonging  Dr. Craft explains how gaming at school provides an opportunity for students to find their peer group, build friendships across different social circles, and strengthen connections, ultimately promoting a sense of belonging. 00:09:31 - Rethinking Social Emotional Learning (SEL)  Dr. Craft reflects on traditional approaches to SEL and suggests that incorporating gaming into SEL programs can make them more authentic and relevant to students. By addressing real-life challenges and experiences in gaming, students can develop skills like anger management and empathy. 00:11:08 - Using Gaming to Teach Emotional Regulation  Dr. Craft shares an example of using gaming to teach emotional regulation. By discussing instances of toxic behavior and anger in gaming, students can learn how to manage their emotions and react appropriately, not only within gaming but also in other aspects of life. 00:15:34 - The Stigma of Video Games  The guest discusses the common misconception and stigma surrounding video games, particularly among parents. She shares her own experience and emphasizes the need to normalize esports in schools. 00:17:21 - Esports and Marginalized Populations  The guest highlights the positive impact of esports on marginalized populations, specifically LGBTQ+ students. She mentions a study that showed significant growth in self-esteem among students who had mental health moments integrated into their gaming concepts curriculum. 00:18:13 - Rapid Transformation with Esports  The guest discusses the transformative effects of implementing esports in schools. She shares the results of a study where students showed tremendous gains in self-esteem within just ten weeks. Esports provides a sense of community and inclusivity for students who may feel marginalized. 00:22:12 - Leadership Skills and Career Opportunities  The guest emphasizes that esports develops leadership skills and opens up career opportunities in a rapidly growing industry. She mentions the diverse range of professions related to gaming, such as chiropractors, accountants, and lawyers. Esports prepares students for the future and helps them become successful adults. 00:25:50 - Getting Started with Esports  The guest encourages educators to reach out for support in getting started with esports. She assures that starting is not as difficult as it may seem and that they can provide guidance and solutions for challenges related to attendance, grades, student engagement, and mental health. 00:30:25 - Combatting Pushback  Dr. Craft discusses the importance of being prepared to combat pushback when championing initiatives for students, such as Esports. Leaders in education may face resistance, but pushing past it can make a tremendous difference in the lives of students. 00:31:16 - Creating a Welcoming Culture  Dr. Craft emphasizes that adding initiatives like Esports can create an inclusive and welcoming culture in schools. It is essential for educational leaders to see and fight for all students, rather than discounting or shaming them. 00:31:52 - The Role of Educational Leaders  Dr. Craft reminds leaders that their focus should be on the students, not themselves. Turning a blind eye to the needs of students is not who educational leaders should be. They should actively advocate for and support all students. 00:32:15 - Ending on a Powerful Note  Tricia thanks Dr. Craft for sharing her expertise and passion. The conversation serves as a reminder that it is ultimately about the kids and their well-being. Dr. Kraft's insights provide inspiration for educational leaders to prioritize the needs of students.

In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Rona Lewis about purposeful play and its role in increasing engagement and productivity in companies. Rona explains how play can tap into the inner child and promote positive psychology, innovative thinking, and psychological safety in the workplace. They discus the concept of purposeful play and how it can be applied in training courses and the importance of building trust and psychological safety in teams through play and games.  Judith and Rona discuss the importance of finding joy and fulfillment outside of work, and the importance of making the workplace more playful and how leaders can convince their managers to embrace this change.  Rona Lewis champions the inner child, increasing psychological safety and improving innovative thinking. She is a Play Instigator and rallies company culture by engaging employees through customised programmes. She is also the co founder and CEO of Playful Mind Project. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.  Judith's websites:  The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.  

In this episode of "Live Local, Give Local" listeners enjoy a great conversation between Dave Mason, the Host, this episode's co-host, Sharon Goodson, Kathleen Sandoval the Director of Marketing and Events at the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, and Heather Disher, the Director of Advancement at the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum.In this podcast episode, Heather Disher, the Director of Advancement, and Kathleen Sandoval, the Director of Marketing and Events, discuss the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum. Hear Kathleen and Heather highlight the museum's physical and mobile spaces, emphasizing their focus on early education and STEM learning for children under five. Social and emotional learning is embedded into all their programs, and they work closely with local school districts to bring the museum experience to children across the county. Both Heather and Kathleen touch on their personal experiences, their backgrounds in nonprofits, and the impact of the museum on children's development. They also discuss fundraising efforts and upcoming events like Science and Engineering Night and the STEM-posium. The challenges faced during the pandemic and plans for future growth and expansion are also mentioned. The hosts also share heartwarming stories of children's wonder and delight while exploring the museum's exhibits, highlighting the joy and inspiration the museum brings to young learners. Through partnerships, community engagement, and innovative programs, the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum continues to make a meaningful impact on children's education and development in the region. Overall, the episode showcases the museum's commitment to providing accessible, hands-on education to children and the positive impact it has on their lives.For more information on the many services of San Diego Gives, please visit www.SanDiegoGives.org.

When it comes to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, often our intentions don't always have the level of impact we truly want or need. In this conversation with Lily Zheng we deep dive into DEI to explore how to drive impactful, systematic change in our organisations and as individuals. Lily's approach to DEI supports organizations to go far beyond intention into creating measurable, meaningful and quantifiable outcomes in the DEI at work. We learnt an incredible amount about this conversion with Lily, and we know you will too. Let's dive in.

Rest is so much more than just getting enough sleep. In this episode we explore the seven types of rest we all need, and how to get them with Medical Doctor and Author of 'Sacred Rest' Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith.

This episode is a fun quick book review on Purposeful Play by Kristi Mraz, Allison Porcelli, and Cheryl TylerHere's a quick snapshot of what we discussed in this episode:-Introduction and book summary: We start off by outlining what "Purposeful Play" is all about. The book firmly stands by the idea that play and learning are intertwined and can be a potent mechanism to instill meaningful learning experiences.- Why 'Purposeful Play' is a must-read for early educators: We delve into the reason why this book is essential for early childhood educators. The book effortlessly combines research-supported content with practical strategies, helping educators implement play-based learning effectively. - Why 'Purposeful Play' is a great book about play: We highlight the elements that make "Purposeful Play" a standout book about play. The authors emphasize the value of intentional and planned play in promoting learning. - Applying insights from 'Purposeful Play' in classrooms: We discuss how early educators can take the information from the book and apply it to their classrooms. From creating a play-based learning environment to integrating academic goals into play, the book provides comprehensive guidance. - Conclusion:  Wrapping up the episode, we reiterate the significance of "Purposeful Play" as an enlightening tool that redefines our understanding of play and its role in learning. **Mentioned in this episode:**- "Purposeful Play" by Mraz, Porcelli, and Tyler- Must Reads for Early Childhood Educators List - Freebie- Read to Play Book Club - open to join now!**Subscribe to our podcast** and stay tuned for more insightful episodes about early childhood education. **Connect with us:** - Follow us on Instagram - @prek.spot- Like us on Facebook- Visit our WebsiteJoin us in our next episode where we continue to explore the fascinating world of early childhood education. Until then, keep exploring, keep playing, and keep learning.For awesome merch and more info visit Pre-KSpot.comLot's more topics, tips, and fun on Instagram @prek.spotEven more free content inside out bi-weekly newsletter! Join today.We have so many amazing resources and FREEBIES just for you.

Have you ever experienced work with a true sense purpose and meaning? Knowing that what you're contributing has an impact on outcomes greater than yourself? How did that make you feel? If you've never experienced this, you're not alone. Many of us struggle to find meaning in the work we do everyday, it may not be your fault. Welcome to We are Human Leaders. In this conversation with Zach Mercurio we explore how meaningfulness at work can transform our lives and workplaces.

Many of us tend to think of work and play as two separate concepts. We banish play to outside work hours, or as busy working adults some of us barely play at all. Today, we're speaking with a woman who will change how you think about play. Dara Simkin shares how these restrictive, rigid ideas about play do us, our leadership and our business a massive disservice. She unpacks how play is actually an essential component of our humanity, and what we stand to gain when we welcome play into our worklives and beyond.

Follow Dr. Suma @threelittleduckshawaii https://threelittleduckshawaii.com/ Dr. Suma is a pediatric physical therapist based on Oahu, Hawaii. She owns Three Little Ducks which is a company aimed at empowering parents to support their child's development. Three Little Ducks offers baby classes (‘Little Duck and Me' class), pediatric physical therapy, baby massage classes, and family/kids yoga. Dr. Suma is passionate about putting parents parents in the driver's seat of their child's development. She believes that by providing families with the tools on how to engage with their little ones, it increases families' connection to each other while decreasing the chances for developmental delays. Thanks for listening! Follow Dreamland Baby @dreamlandbabyco and check out our website here! Use code MOMMANUAL15 for 15% off your first Dreamland Baby purchase.

Phil Boyte and guest Dr. Deborah Beagle, Director of Student Activities, share activities that build connections and school culture! From playdough, coins, balloons, to paper airplanes, hear how Debbie uses common items with activities to teach lessons of being intentional, kind, seizing the moment, and more! Check out our Culture Blog for resources to download, including Debbie's paper airplane example to inspire positivity. 

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ENERGY IN ACTION - EPISODE 064 Lovevery - Purposeful Play Customized for all Abilities Maral Amani is a Licensed Physical Therapist and the Disability Support Specialist at Lovevery, a toy company that helps families, educators and therapists find the right toys and the right tools to help develop confidence through play. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Can you tell us about yourself and your work? I'm a Physical Therapist, specializing in children ages 0-3 and early intervention. At Lovevery, I'm the Disability Support Specialist for a recently launched program that allows families to purchase play kits without a subscription. Through communicating with me, I'm able to help families choose specific play kits that are best for children with a focus on skill-based development and strength-based development. Families can reach out to me through the website, answer questions about their children, share what skills they're developing, and I will recommend a play kit that will also include a play guide. What kits are available for children with mobility issues? As a Physical Therapist, I focus on big movements, core strengthening, leg strengthening, bearing weight through the arms. For tiny movements, it's best to put children in a comfortable position to play so they're reducing the energy demand of holding themselves up so their energy can focus on fine motor movement. If you purchase a play kit that has toys that can't be used right away or used in the typical way, think about how the toy can be enjoyed with modifications. What do you recommend for developing executive functioning skills? My favorite play kit for that is the Inspector Kit with the ball drop box. It comes with balls inside the box, but it rolls out at an angle to the side. There's auditory feedback from the wooden ball rolling and dropping. I also like using our Bright & Light Play Scarf to cover books and other objects children are interested in. This is good for working on object permanence and executive functioning. How do families access the Lovevery disability service? Complete the form or email me at support.specialist@lovevery.com and we can discuss which play kit is right for your child through a one-on-one, personalized experience. We have a disability expert council with a lot of experience working with children with disabilities and they provide a lot of guidance to me to ensure we're considering multiple angles of each child's development. We are here for all families and we want families to feel seen and supported. Please email me with any questions you have. LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED Lovevery https://lovevery.com/ The Inspector Play Kit https://lovevery.com/products/the-play-kits-the-inspector The Explorer Play Kit https://lovevery.com/products/th

Sandy is an artist, instructor and writer exploring the world through her sketchbook. Sandy uses field sketching to learn about her environment, coming to know the landscape and its inhabitants more deeply through creativity and mindful observation.Listen to hear more about:Sandy's first memories of nature and art.The process of ‘bushwhacking' a path to find her professional career.Sandy's difficulty in owning the label of “artist” and the beautiful story of how she came to see herself as she truly is.Exploring anxieties through a sketchbook.Sandy's favourite art tools.How Sandy brings ‘purposeful play' into her personal practice and her classes.Field Sketching: A Year of Mindfulness.The importance of birds in Sandy's work and the summer-long ‘spark experience' that got her hooked on birding.Find out more about Sandy and her work at https://www.sandymcdermott.com. You can also find Sandy on Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about Sandy's year-long course, Field Sketching: A Year of Mindfulness, you can email her at sandy@sandymcdermott.com or put your name on the priority list here.The Hand Book Paper Co. Travelogue watercolor journal that Sandy talked about can be found here.You can find the book Living On the Wind by Scott Weidensaul here. -----------------Sign-up for Journaling With Nature's Newsletter to receive news and updates as well as the Nature Journaling Inspiration List each month! You can support Journaling With Nature Podcast on Patreon, Your contribution is deeply appreciated.Thanks for listening!

Are you looking to incorporate more fun into your life? Have you followed the traditional path and achieved success, but find yourself unfulfilled and burnt out? Today's guest has lived that life. Tired of being successful, yet unhappy, he set out to find a way to have the income, impact, and fulfillment he desired. Persevering through a roller-coaster of highs and lows, he uncovered the secret to aligning purposeful play with profit and scalable, sustainable impact. Now he brings together the world's top entrepreneurs and visionaries and facilitates significant global change. Tune in as Yanik Silver chats with Ellie Shefi about how he incorporated more fun into his life and embraced his roles as a 'Cosmic Catalyst,' 'Maverick Mischief-Maker,' and 'Prolific Doodler.' If you're ready to play more while sharing your gifts with the world, listen to this episode today!

Are you looking to incorporate more fun into your life? Have you followed the traditional path and achieved success, but find yourself unfulfilled and burnt out? Today's guest has lived that life. Tired of being successful, yet unhappy, he set out to find a way to have the income, impact, and fulfillment he desired. Persevering through a roller-coaster of highs and lows, he uncovered the secret to aligning purposeful play with profit and scalable, sustainable impact. Now he brings together the world's top entrepreneurs and visionaries and facilitates significant global change. Tune in as Yanik Silver chats with Ellie Shefi about how he incorporated more fun into his life and embraced his roles as a 'Cosmic Catalyst,' 'Maverick Mischief-Maker,' and 'Prolific Doodler.' If you're ready to play more while sharing your gifts with the world, listen to this episode today!

Almost every school counselor would like to have more time with students. That's because we know, as our guest Donna Brooks reminds us this week, that the purposeful use of time and evidenced-based practices with students can truly yield positive results.

Join Sarah Noll Wilson and Benjamin Warsinske as they discuss how Benjamin is helping to bring creativity to the workplace through his work as a LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator.

On this podcast, I had the privilege of being in conversation with Corien Kruger, Founder and CEO of the education program called MommaMia - Developing the Genius within.Corien is a qualified Occupational Therapist with more than 10 years experience in the field of Paediatrics.  During the first three years of her daughter Mia's life, she developed and conceptualised this in-demand development app that has been voted as the number 1 favourite app by leading baby magazines and promoted by Dis-Chem baby clinics nationwide.  Corien's passion is to inspire and equip parents to raise their children with confidence.  Listen to Corien's journey of how she confronted her own insecurities to create a future that led to one of successful entrepreneurship, proving to be an astute businesswoman and a lover of life.Be in contact with Corien to enter the draw for the year subscription of the MommaMia app to the value of over R900. Also request your free e-book, Purposeful Play. It is a must have.Website: www.mommamia.co.zaInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mommamia_app/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MommaMiaApp/I mention on the podcast that Corien wrote the foreword to my book "Turn It Around". Here is a glimpse into her journey. BY A TRAVELLER WHO CHOSE TO TAKE THE HIGHER ROAD IN LIFE...I've realized that to turn your life around is a process; sometimes a long one. Whether it is a desire for transformation or an area of trouble or doubt, there is a process that you must undergo to change your perception. It definitely does not happen at first thought or overnight. For change to be permanent, you have to revolutionize the way you think. Old habits that may have worked through some stages of your life have to be replaced with new ones. It is indeed a renewal of the mind.  To form those new pathways in the brain is a daily choice. If you are willing to brave the wilderness and walk through the desert on this one, the reward will far surpass your effort. Forming new pathways creates the opportunity to believe that what may have been viewed as impossible is now possible. The process is partly challenging your own belief patterns to such an extent that you can know that what was impossible before now seems within reach, even though everything in your everyday world is screaming out that you must be crazy.  I had to fight many giants in my own neural pathways to renew my mind and create new corridors of thinking. Somewhere in all my frustration, tears and failures, there were days of breakthrough and victory. The journey demanded that I turn my perceptions around and correct my perspectives. I learned that perception is looking at a situation through man's eyes. Therefore it is subject to change. Perspective, however, is looking at a situation through God's eyes, and with Him, there is no shadow of turning.Perception may seem right for us at the time, but there is always the risk of blind spots (or scotomas) keeping us from the truth. Perception can keep things hidden from you, such as truths or insights that have not been explored or that are not part of your current reality. God's perspective changes blind spots into light spots if you adapt your mind and heart to see God's view as the truth, instead of focusing on your own perception, you will soon have insights revealed to you. You will recognize how unfounded lies have misshaped and distorted your world.Read more in the soon-to-be-released digital format of Turn It Around and also keep a close watch for my gift to you of e-Booklets.  www.angeliquedutoit.co.za or connect on social media.

Today's guest has unlocked the secrets behind play, but what does that mean? Play is not just reserved for kids on the playground, and the reality is that play is where genius resides, and it's through play and positive psychology that individuals and companies can successful navigate many of their complex challenges.This week's guest is a renowned speaker, he has worked with:GoogleFacebook MicrosoftAmazonNFL He taught these organizations how to embrace play, and really how to bring a positive psychology mindset to your company. Jeff Harry, the Positive Psychology Play Whisperer is this week's guest on “The Jake Dunlap Show.”Born to a Filipino Mother and a Caribbean father, Jeff was always interested in play. So much so that he actually wrote to toy companies while he was in the 3rd grade! Later on, Jeff pitched the idea of having an area where kids can play with toys in the toy store. Jeff is all about creating psychological safe spaces, and one way to do so was by incorporating more play, so much so that Jeff found a Lego Role on Craigslist that paid $150/week. Jeff went on to grow that company from 7 people to a large organization. Jeff started his career as a Product Demonstrator at Toys R Us NYC location, and worked his way through other organizations such as Play-Well TEKnologies, Organizing For America, and most recently at “Rediscover Your Play” - where Jeff combines positive psychology and play to heal workplaces, help teams build psychological safety and assist individuals in address their biggest challenges through embracing a play-oriented approach to work (per Jeff's LinkedIn)Topics of discussion in today's episode:RetentionJake's Training Story The “Zone of Genius”How Toxicity Prevents Imagination Please enjoy this week's episode with Jeff Harry!  Jeff's Social Media Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffharryplays/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffharryplays/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/JeffHarryPlays?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeff.harry.7315 Jake Dunlap:Personal Site - http://jakedunlap.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakedunlap/Twitter - https://twitter.com/JakeTDunlapInstagram - http://instagram.com/jake_dunlap _Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JakeTDunlap/ Skaled:Website - https://skaled.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/skaledYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsw_03rSlbGQkeLGMGiDf4Q

S2 EPISODE 002 :: I am so thrilled to introduce our very first guest on Sass & Small Talk. Knowledgeable, creative, and driven by passion, Renée Jordan of Early Bird, is my absolute go-to when it comes to all things early childhood.Early Bird is a platform subscription, that takes the burden off parents when it comes to activity planning for our tiny humans, and putting an end to the endless scouring of Pinterest. The goal of Early Bird is to use a blended approach to develop the whole child through purposeful play, in preparation for the years ahead. Renée will show you how, in as little as 10 minutes, this platform can set your smallies up for success, while YOU find your way back to that coffee while it's still hot! Just CLICK... and GO.  READ MORE HERE!WATCH THIS EPISODE HERE!LINKSLet's Talk EARLYBIRDSubscribe HERELet's Talk RENÉEIG - @learnwithearlybirdTikTok - @learnwithearlybirdEarlybird WebsiteLet's Talk TASK BINSLive Stream with @lifeoflaceyjanette HERE Let's Talk SASS & SMALLSIG - @sassandsmalls (Main) @sassandsmalltalkpodcast FB/TW/PINWEBSITESUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE CONTACT US HERE

This week talk all about the stages and types of play. We get down to the basics so that you as a teacher have the foundation you need to incorporate more play in the classroom.This weeks episode discusses what each stage looks like and what each kind of play looks like. We discuss the benefits of play and how to observe and read children's play.Have some struggling students when it comes to play skills? Have a student stuck in one area? We discuss strategies and ideas for helping push these children forward.We discuss the go to book on play in the classroom, Purposeful Play by Kristine Mraz, Alison Porcelli, and Cheryl Tyler.For more ideas be sure to follow us on Instagram and visit our website www.pre-kspot.com

Not Creating = Dying?If you were created to create, but you're not creating…Then, essentially, you must be passively existing and dying, right?I want to chat about how creating is one major key I've found that unlocks:Fulfillment within yourself, your work, and your life.A productive escape from the daily hard shit.A deeper connection with yourself and others.New skills, big ideas, clarity, and confidence.The next level of your overall potential.It's more than just creating art…Here are the 5 Branches of Creating (I'm sure there's more) to get the most juice from the squeeze out of your finite existence.---RESOURCES & REFERENCESEp. 234  -  Don't Forget to Play Ep. 225  -  Rewire Your Mind to WinFree Side Hustler Freedom ToolkitSide Hustler's Coaching Waitlist----FREE TOOLKIT TO SIDE HUSTLE FREEDOM6 FREE resources to help you grow an audience and build a profitable creative side hustle outside your day job. Download here.FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREONWith as little as your weekly cup of coffee, you can support the growth of this show by backing us on Patreon.JOIN THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOR CREATORSJoin a like-minded FREE global community of kickass creators and take your side hustle to the next level. Your family is waiting.LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCASTING APPApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastYouTubeCONNECT WITH MEInstagramPodcast InstagramYouTubeTwitterTikTokPinterestCREDITSMusic  -  BlookahPodcast Editor  -  Aine BrennanExecutive Assistant  -  Paige GarlandPhoto & Video Specialist  -  Colton BacharSocial Media Coordinator  -  Hannah SchickAnimation Specialist  -  Greg D'Amico

Follow Kailee on Instagram: @themovementmama Check out Kailee's free Motor Milestone Guidelist here.  Kailee is a Doctor of Pediatric Physical Therapy & Mama of 2. She is passionate about preventing developmental delay through empowering parents toward more purposeful play. You can find encouragement in all things motherhood and motor milestones @themovementmama or www.themovementmamablog.com   Use code DREAM10 for 10% off any of Kailee's digital courses that can be found at this link.         

Jeff Harry combines positive psychology and play to help teams and organizations navigate difficult conversations and assist individuals in addressing their biggest challenges through embracing a play-oriented approach to work. For his work, Jeff was selected by BambooHR & Engagedly as one of the Top 100 HR Influencers of 2020 and has been featured in the NY Times, Mashable, Upworthy, & Shondaland. Jeff has worked with Google, Microsoft, Southwest Airlines, Adobe, the NFL, Amazon, and Facebook, helping their staff to infuse more play into the day-to-day.I had a really fun time catching up with Jeff. In this episode we explore rethinking how people work, historical innovators, the power of curiosity and long-term thinking – and John Steinbeck quotes.Talking Points Jeff's definition of play  Building a psychologically safe place for your company Measuring quality over quantity Building trust with your staff How certain environments unlock play and flow Identifying your play value Quote"Play is the joyful act when you forget about time."Helpful Links Rediscover Your Play Episode 365: Purposeful Play with Gary Ware Episode 90: Productivity & Play with Dr. Kirsten Milliken ‘Four Thousand Weeks' by Oliver Burkeman  ‘Bullshit Jobs' by David Graeber Episode 379: Erin Meyer talks about No Rules Rules Dig to Fly Episode 266: Becoming Indistractable with Nir Eyal @JeffHarryPlays  Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Harry combines positive psychology and play to help teams and organizations navigate difficult conversations and assist individuals in addressing their biggest challenges through embracing a play-oriented approach to work.  For his work, Jeff was selected by BambooHR & Engagedly as one of the Top 100 HR Influencers of 2020 and has been featured in the NY Times, Mashable, Upworthy, & Shondaland. Jeff has worked with Google, Microsoft, Southwest Airlines, Adobe, the NFL, Amazon, and Facebook, helping their staff to infuse more play into the day-to-day. I had a really fun time catching up with Jeff. In this episode we explore rethinking how people work, historical innovators, the power of curiosity and long-term thinking – and John Steinbeck quotes. Talking Points Jeff's definition of play  Building a psychologically safe place for your company Measuring quality over quantity Building trust with your staff How certain environments unlock play and flow Identifying your play value Quote "Play is the joyful act when you forget about time." Helpful Links Rediscover Your Play Episode 365: Purposeful Play with Gary Ware Episode 90: Productivity & Play with Dr. Kirsten Milliken ‘Four Thousand Weeks' by Oliver Burkeman  ‘Bullshit Jobs' by David Graeber Episode 379: Erin Meyer talks about No Rules Rules Dig to Fly Episode 266: Becoming Indistractable with Nir Eyal @JeffHarryPlays  Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.   If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.   If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/side-hustlers-perspective/234Support for this episode comes from Adobe Max. Register here for free for their virtual, global creativity conference taking October 26th– 28th.---Is your creative work feeling like another mundane day job?That's how I've felt the past 2 years of being self-employed—my creative biz has become a grind.Today, I want to share a bit of the shit storms I've been navigating this year, as I certainly don't have it all figured out.I'm hoping that being vulnerable and sharing what I'm learning about myself may reveal some of your own blind spots while you're building your creative business.Within this episode could be the missing link you've overlooked or abandoned to get you out of a funk.The goal: Don't forget how to play and work your life away…---RESOURCES & REFERENCESEp. 227: Pt. 3 Investing MoneyEp. 226: Pt. 2 Saving MoneyEp. 204: Slow & Steady GrindEp. 206: Imposter SyndromeEp. 209: Planting SeedsEp. 217: Blaze Your Own PathDeneen Pottery Mug LaunchJoin the Side Hustler's Coaching Waitlist----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and leaving a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes here.FREE TOOLKIT TO SIDE HUSTLE FREEDOM6 FREE resources to help you grow an audience and build a profitable creative side hustle outside your day job. Download here.FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREONWith as little as your weekly cup of coffee, you can support the growth of this show by backing us on Patreon.JOIN THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOR CREATORSJoin a like-minded FREE global community of kickass creators and take your side hustle to the next level. Your family is waiting.PURCHASE THE SIDE HUSTLER'S HANDBOOK PDF COURSEThe proven framework that'll help you gain clarity, confidence, and a mental edge to unlock your biggest side hustling breakthrough. Purchase here.BEST DEALS ON THE BEST DESIGN RESOURCES (Affiliates)Engaged Community Guide - A FREE guide for growing an audience around you and your work. Download here.Happy Money Course - Generate passive income by transforming your artistic passion into a digital product. Enroll here.The Lettering Pricing Handbook - A handbook and video series helping letterers get paid their worth. Purchase here.Lauren Hom's Classes - Use PERSPECTIVE10 for 10% OFF Lauren's premium classes. Shop here.Design Cuts - Download your FREE Ever-Expanding design resources bundle pack. Download here.LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCASTING APPApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastYouTubeCONNECT WITH MEInstagramPodcast InstagramYouTubeTwitterTikTokPinterestCREDITSMusic  -  BlookahPodcast Editor  -  Aine BrennanExecutive Assistant  -  Paige GarlandPhoto & Video Specialist  -  Colton BacharSocial Media Coordinator  -  Hannah SchickAnimation Specialist  -  Greg D'Amico

Our guest this week is a business consultant and former corporate executive with decades of experience. Rona Lewis is the CEO and co-founder of Playful Mind Project. She helps companies improve their corporate culture and their employee engagement through purposeful and attuned play. By facilitating certain activities, for certain reasons, at certain times, Rona is able to:  Raise trust levels and the quality of communication on teams  Increase collaboration and innovation  Lower stress levels and lessen interpersonal conflicts  And much more From improv to doodling, Rona shares with us a few playful activities you can bring to your team today – and a couple playful pitfalls to avoid. Don't miss this episode and get ready to have fun!

Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, or you have a full work schedule, it's important to be intentional with the time you do have to play with your young children. Corrien Kruger has some practical suggestions to help you increase the effectiveness of your play time and connection with your child.

Children learn as they play, but as importantly, playing is an opportunity to connect with your child. Corrien Kruger offers encouragement and practical help to moms (and dads) on how to maximize your playtime with your kids.

I’ve known Gary Ware for over 10 years now. He’s a true expert when it comes to play – it’s not just associated with kids. In this conversation, I pick his brains to find out how play can help boost productivity. Day-to-day, Gary helps professionals level-up their confidence, creativity, and happiness using play. He is the Founder of Breakthrough Play, a corporate facilitator and keynote speaker with a decade of experience as a performer in improv theatre. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp offers you access to your own licensed professional therapist – all from the comfort of wherever you are. You can arrange weekly video chats or phone calls, text with your carefully curated counsellor, and do so at an affordable price. And anything you share is confidential. I’ve been using BetterHelp for a while and I am highly impressed. It’s been a huge help for me and I know it can be the same for you. Start living a happier life today with BetterHelp. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting https://betterhelp.com/timecrafting (betterhelp.com/timecrafting). Give BetterHelp a try today. This episode is sponsored by TextExpander. With TextExpander, you can unlock your productivity with its many features. With TextExpander you can make everything you write repetitively available everywhere you type: text documents, spreadsheets, web forms, and more. Unlock your productivity with TextExpander. Visit https://textexpander.com/lp/podcast?utm_source=productivityist-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=textexpander-Apr-2021 (TextExpander.com/podcast) for 20% off your first year. In this interview, we explore how so many of us have been conditioned to play after we work, purposeful play activities, cliffhangers, and the hustle culture. Talking Points The productive power of play (1:54) The different forms of play (5:46) Some distracting play ‘traps’ (13:04) The infinite versus the finite mindset (24:11) Practical applications of play you can do today (29:52) Quote "Play is an advantage." Helpful Links https://productivityist.com/podcast-adhd-kirsten-milliken/ (Episode 90: Productivity & Play with Dr. Kirsten Milliken) https://www.amazon.com/Playdhd-Permission-Prescription-Adults-ADHD/dp/0997004509/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1456003135&sr=8-1&keywords=PlayDHD (‘Playdhd’ by Dr. Kirsten Milliken) ‘https://www.amazon.com/Finite-Infinite-Games-James-Carse/dp/1476731713/ (Finite and Infinite Games’ by James Carse) https://www.amazon.com/Infinite-Game-Simon-Sinek/dp/0241385636/r (‘The Infinite Game’ by Simon Sinek) https://www.amazon.com/Unmistakable-Only-Better-Than-Best-ebook/dp/B016JPTK9G/ (‘Unmistakable’ by Sriniva Rao) https://www.amazon.com/SuperBetter-Living-Gamefully-Jane-McGonigal/dp/0143109774/ (‘SuperBetter’ by Jane McGonigal) https://productivityist.com/thebigready/ (The BIG Ready) https://worlddominationsummit.com/ (World Domination Summit) https://www.breakthroughplay.com/ (BreakthroughPlay.com) Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? https://www.scribd.com/g/9a8d8 (Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.) Podcast Theme Song: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/eFDGyraN87 (Nothing at All by Fictions (courtesy of Epidemic Sound)) If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using – or you can do so on a variety of podcast platforms by clicking https://productivityist.captivate.fm/listen (here).

Guest: Brooke French, Speech Language Pathologist In this episode of Helping Kids Thrive, Nicole talks with licensed speech language pathologist, Brooke French, about how we as parents can be purposeful with the play time that we have with our children. During this episode, she challenges us to practice full presence play, shares insight into how play develops as a child grows, and gives practical tips regarding how we can make the most out of our play time with our children. Information regarding the stages of play shared during today's episode can be found here. For more information regarding speech therapy services visit www.dotcomtherapy.com.

Why does education have to be so serious?  AJ and Christy discuss how teachers can incorporate play into their classrooms to increase student engagement and encourage resilience. Guest contributor Brie Tompkins, an educator at the Sycamore School, explains how her kindergarten class learns while creating games.

In this uplifting conversation with Coaches Across Continents founder Nick Gates, we see the power of sport to make a real global impact.  By utilizing CAC's Purposeful Play to engage children and adults, communities can discuss sensitive and challenging UN SDG topics and create a pathway to address them through play.   Hope for a better future is created one game at a time, one interaction at a time, boosting communities around the world.To learn more and donate, visit www.coachesacrosscontinents.orgAnd follow CAC on social media at* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CoachesAcrossContinents/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/coachesacrosscontinents/* Twitter https://twitter.com/coachesacrossThis episode was recorded August 2019 pre-pandemic.

Engaging children in purposeful play helps Special Education Itinerant Teachers address children's IEP goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I hear from so many parents that they want to know how to encourage their kids to play INDEPENDENTLY.  This episode is all about encouraging independent, purposeful and imaginative play. Play is vital for kids because it provides an opportunity for them to develop the social, emotional and cognitive skills they need to succeed, not only in school, but in life. My guest and play expert, Alanna Gallo, explains how play helps develop executive functioning, language and math skills, conflict resolution and negotiation, creativity, problem-solving, emotional regulation and the ability to multi-task.  Our kids sort out their emotions and experiences through play and essential to their development that they have time to play. Listen in as we talk about how to set up your space for independent and purposeful play even if your kids don’t want to play on their own…YET. ;)  Check out the show notes in the episode website for the 5 Steps to Encourage Independent Play.  About Alanna Gallo Alanna Gallo is a teacher, mother to three young children and the founder of Play. Learn. Thrive., which provides parents with the education and tools they need to become more intentional about their children’s toys and play spaces so they can foster independent and unstructured play that encourages individualized learning, problem-solving skills and perseverance.  After working in Connecticut’s public school system as an English teacher for more than 10 years, Alanna realized that many of her student’s issues, such as a lack of motivation and independence, could be traced back to early childhood learning. Her desire to better understand her students drove her interest in child development but becoming a mother further pushed Alanna to understand what it takes to raise happy, self-motivated, kind, driven and independent children. Play. Learn. Thrive was developed out of her desire to transform the lives of children by encouraging parents to believe in the power of play and empowering them to bring high-quality playback to childhood.  Play. Learn. Thrive. offers a mix of expert insights to help parents become more educated about the importance of play as it relates to development and learning, and more intentional about their children’s toys and play spaces. https://playlearnthrive.com alanna@playlearnthrive.com Facebook: @playlearnthrivekids Instagram: @Playlearnthrivekids From the podcast: 5 Steps to Encourage Independent Play Minimize toys Provide open-ended toys (that do no more than 10% of the work) Organize in a way that makes sense for the child Make it a “yes” space Time and space away from adults   Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you would like to purchase my book or other parenting resources, visit me at www.yellingcurebook.com With this podcast, my intention is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism.  We have too much of that!  I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be.  My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave a review I appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value-adding part of your day. Ratings and reviews from listeners not only help me improve, but also help others find me in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on iTunes goes a long way! Thank You!!

On this episode of CampWire - Kymberly Miller facilitates a frank and candid discussion between three African American women that have created highly impactful youth development organizations. This compelling conversation covers information about the individual programs they’ve founded and what it takes to lead their organizations.  The group explores perspectives and opinions on the reality of white privilege and challenges to expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion.  They tackle leadership, fundraising and provide a message of support and solidarity for BIPOC camp professionals. Expert Panel: Facilitator - Kymberly Miller, Executive Director of Children’s Fairyland - Oakland’s Story Book Theme Park Guest - Sprinavasa Brown ,Co-Founder and Executive Director of  Camp ELSO - Experience Life Science Outdoors Guest - Kelly Carlisle, Executive Director Acta Non Verba - Youth Urban Farm Project  Guest - Tiffany McDuffie, Owner and Executive Director of Purposeful Play    All music attributed to musicians from freesound.org: Intro music: by eltenjohn -(Changes made) https://freesound.org/people/eltenjohn/sounds/59507/ Outro music: by joshuaempyre -(Changes made) https://freesound.org/people/joshuaempyre/sounds/250749/

This week on Conceptually Speaking we chatted with concept-based certified consultant, PYP teacher, and author of Pop Up Studio, Misty Patterson. What I loved about this episode is Misty’s ability to cross boundaries and integrate different practices. Though loose parts may appear to be fun and frivolous to the uninitiated, this episode makes it clear just how complex, nuanced, and rewarding they can be when used with intention and discernment. They are springboards for inquiry, tools for meaning-making, and primers for analogical thinking. It’s a practice that becomes even more powerful when paired with curriculum anchored by concepts, which in their own way, are the loose parts of our world—elements to be observed, combined, and related to one another in ways that create the patterns that help us make sense of complexity. Our conversation with Misty was filled with practical tips, exemplars, and strategies that you can start using in your classroom tomorrow. I definitely recommend checking out her Instagram, as it provides a great visual portal through which you can see how her work comes alive in classrooms and PD.

Today we chat with Nora Dooley, the Community and Government Partnerships Manager at Coaches Across Continents. Coaches Across Continents is a global collaboration of communities, corporations, and foundations on 6 continents that use our unique Purposeful Play and Education Outside the Classroom programs to impact the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Some of their global partnerships include: Asian Football Confederation, Bloomberg, Chevrolet, ESPN, Michael Johnson Foundation, Nike, Pathfinder International, Peace Day, Save the Children, Soccerex, Think Beyond, UNHCR, and UNICEF. Read more about their efforts to address the COVID-19 global crisis here. Email Nora! Coaches Across Continents: Facebook Twitter Instagram Website --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

ClassCast Podcast Ep.026 features early elementary education expert Megan Moffett and host Ryan Tibbens discussing a wide variety of topics related to early childhood education, school at home, learning through playing, school climate, testing, teacher preparation, and much, much more. Ms. Moffett shares advice and tips to help parents educate their children at home, to help principals improve school culture, and to help us all achieve a better, more purposeful public education system. Support the show (http://paypal.me/TibbensEST)

On this episode we talk with Cristi Dame, a licensed professional counselor, about how parents can connect with their children through play. Cristi talks with us about some of the challenges parents face when it comes to playing with their children and shares tips on what parents can do to interact with their children during play in a way that can strengthen the relationship. She shares how to conduct special play sessions that can foster a deeper relationship between parents and their children. We know you will learn so much from Cristi because she presents these concepts in a way that is not overwhelming and is very doable!  If you would like to learn more from Cristi after listening to this episode, she has created a 30 minute course, "Purposeful Play" that goes more in depth into the basics of play therapy so that you can conduct special play sessions with your children. The course can be found through the link below and you can use the code FREE to get it at no cost. We highly recommend this resource that Cristi has put together for parents!  Free Mini Course You can also find more helpful information from Cristi on her Instagram, The Playful Nest.  https://www.instagram.com/theplayfulnest/ Cristi's mini course is based on the Child-Parent Relationship Training course through the Center for Play Therapy that was established by Dr. Garry Landreth. More information on that can be found through the link below.  https://cpt.unt.edu/what-child-parent-relationship-therapy

Coach MK livestreams question and answer sessions each week on the Fitness Protection Program Facebook Page, The Fitness Protection Program YouTube Channel, and Twitch, simultaneously. Join us! They are a lot of fun, super informative, and anyone may ask follow-up questions during the live broadcast! This week, we bring in THE BIG GUNS to address a unique question from a runner currently living in a country on lockdown...with the ex who just hadn't gotten around to moving out before the pandemic hit. Then, we start a virtual tour of the US, meeting changemakers working year-round to close accessibility gaps and learning how we can support them before finally, FINALLY talking about running. In a time that is definitely not routine, it's fitting that this week's episode wouldn't be routine either! We will be checking in with #LockedInLisa each week until the ex leaves or the lockdown order lifts.   We interrupt our usual Sunday Night#AskAwaysession to address a viewer request that only The Big Guns can solve! A runner sent in the question below: "Coach MK, I need some advice from the Big Guns...I'm gonna need more than running right now. I broke up with my boyfriend five months ago. It seemed like it would be OK for him to move out when the lease is up in the summer. Yes, this seems crazy in retrospect, but he is not the most proactive person on the planet, and I travel a lot for work and he looks after the cats so it worked for us. Plot twist: COVID-19. You guessed it, we are now in isolation together. I am very lucky; he's a kind person, and I feel safe cohabitating with him. But FFS, the only reason living together worked post breakup (and, honestly, pre) is that he worked 150 miles away during the week. All the things that are annoying about him are NOT getting any less annoying, considering that we are now stuck together nearly 24/7. How do I do this without going losing my f****** ****? Help! Sincerely,#LockedInLisa" Our guests pile on the wisdom, and we learn exactly why you'd rather sit on a couch with them instead of Coach MK! Then, we start our Virtual Tour of the US, meeting the changemakers in different cities doing the hard work to close the accessibility gap year-round. Today's stop: Milwaukee, WI where we meet Tiff McDuffie of Purposeful Play and Emerald Mills of Diverse Dining.   Buy Tiffany's new children's book, Blurry Brown Eyes, HERE and support families who rely on Purposeful Play for childcare in the summer! We finally get to running questions towards the end of the broadcast, but it was a fun ride to get here! #Winning at Life Happy birthday Katie Hansen!!! Amy Wilson passed a wound care certification exam and is now an WCC CHRN She celebrated with totwaffles. WAY TO GO AMY! Erin - managed to avoid surgery with her poor dog’s bowel obstruction earlier this week but he’s not back to normal so they went on a hike before finishing up spring planting. Nikkia made a fancy breakfast!   ReBuild Can you talk a little about form. I know awhile ago you discussed and explained the hing at the hip but I've also heard we're supposed to keep the booty tucked to engage the glutes. Not sure how these can happen at the same time... I’m finding myself being much more sedentary than usual since I’ve been working from home. Do you have any suggestions of ways to incorporate more movement into my day? Can you talk a little about 'flexibility' in HR cap with all the stress etc of what's going on? I would suspect that there are days that a run at 150 is just what our minds/souls/bodies need. Training plan, HR cap etc be damned...especially as most of us don't have races coming up son anymore...     Click here to subscribe to our podcast, Running Life, and get more racing and training tips from the coaches! Coach MK Fleming is the founder of Fitness Protection, LLC. Click HERE to download her most popular training plan, Tenacious AF, free! Dalia Kinsey is The School Nutrition Dietitian utilizing a background in public health and school nutrition in preventative health care. Jummy Olawale is a Gottman Method Therapist; she helps couples rebuild healthy, shame-free relationships by re-framing difficult conversations.

Mark 12:41-44; Luke 21:1-4 On a very busy and very trying day for the Lord Jesus - Tuesday of the Passion Week, we have the record of an encounter that must have been like a refreshing oasis in the midst of a spiritually dry desert for Him.  A true worshipper entered the scene (He was in the Temple Court known as "The Court of the Women" in which was located the Temple treasury "alms boxes).  This person was a widow and her genuine love, humility, and devotion to the things of God served as a striking contrast to the hypocrisy and pride and false devotion of Israel's false shepherds, who had become a tremendous source of anguish to the Lord's heart. This widow has become one of the best known female characters in the New Testament.  Actually, she represents all the unnamed and unnoticed saints of God who give sacrificially of both their time and finances for His name's sake.  She represents those who, because they truly love the Lord, obey Him by serving and giving unselfishly.

Summer camps thrive when they are relentlessly driven to serve their mission.Do you have a belief about how the world should be for kids? Do you feel strongly about the types of environments the kids and youth of today should be growing up in? Do you ever wish there was an intentional place that gives kids the space to express their true selves in a welcoming community?Well, hello!? That place is Summer Camp!No matter what type of camp we are a part of, we all believe in the common cause of creating a great place for kids to spend their summer.This episode is for those camps who want to take that universal belief to the next level.In this episode, we are going to focus in on two mission-driven camps that are so incredibly intentional about carrying out their “why”. Sam and Andy are joined by Tiffany McDuffie from Purposeful Play and Yoni Stadlin from Eden Villiage Camp. Both Tiffany and Yoni are doing some amazing things to serve their mission. This is definitely not an episode to miss!Tune in to hear about:Tiffany's camp origin story and how she created Purposeful PlayYoni's story and what Eden Village does to serve its missionTips for applying these mission-driven principals to your Day CampSome awesome program tips that will make your camp better THIS summer!What do you think? Please let us know in the comments or by email: daycampquestions@gocamp.proIf you love the Day Camp Pod, we would be grateful if you subscribed and left us a review. It's SUPER easy, too! Just head to http://ratethispodcast.com/dcpTHE DAY CAMP PROGRAM TIP OF THE WEEKAndy: Star PointsSam: Program Assessment Tool - to determine the validity of a program for your missionEhren: Facilitator BlueprintTiffany: Kobe Bryant Quote: “The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they do.”Yoni: Angel Walk YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampEhren Gluckstein, Assistant Director - Camp Robin HoodSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictTiffany McDuffie, Executive Director - Purposeful Play  Yoni Stadlin, Founder and Director - Eden Villiage CampSPONSORS:Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who help make this Go Camp Pro podcast possible:American Camp Association, NY & NJ   http://www.acanynj.org/AM Skier Insurance    http://www.amskier.com/Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS)   https://crs4rec.com

What do sharks, trains and science fair projects have in common? They are all part of learning through play! In this episode, we explore purposeful play at The Langley School: what the research says, how we plan for it and what it looks like in classrooms. Listeners will hear from several of our faculty members and we’ll even visit a classroom during their "play" block. Tune in to learn more!

Ep.7 Deedee and Adam discuss balancing play with teaching in today's classroom. They offer practical solutions on how to merge play with learning so everyone wins! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theclassroomcollaborative/support

In this Masterclass Discussion, Dr. Craig Harrison is hosted by PDP Editor, Dave Wright for a wide ranging conversation on youth development, skill acquisition and the importance of play in the learning process for children.Craig and Dave cover a range of topics including sports science and how it can be integrated in youth settings, specilasation, development versus performance and much more. This is an insightful and educational interview with a real innovator in New Zealand youth sport.Click here to find out more about Player Development Project Membership.Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevelopmentproject.com/podcast

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As a mom of younger kids I always wondered which educational toys were the best, which ones would REALLY help them learn through play, and if too many toys were overwhelming.  In this episode Meagan of ILS Learning Corner outlines the answers to all those questions in detail so we can skip all the marketing tricks and know exactly what's best for our kids.  Here you'll learn: What kinds of educational toys are the best for learning development How to encourage learning through play How to create your own toys without spending any money  

On this episode JC and Ricky connect with Jordan George, a learning and development expert who believes people can actually have fun at work. Can you imagine?!

My friend Kim Adsit and I talk organization, purposeful play, and more! Follow her @kindergals and follow those she mentions @kinderbykim, @luvmykinders, @deedeewills Checkout the HomePLAY pack Kim and I created on Teachers Pay Teachers by searching Kim Adsit Homework!

Today we talk about Purposeful Play, 20% Time, and School Choice