The Preschool Podcast

By Ron Spreeuwenberg

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The Preschool Podcast, brought to you by HiMama, is a platform for learning from leading professionals in early childhood education. If you work in a daycare, childcare or preschool setting, The Preschool Podcast will provide you with both practical advice for managing your organization, center or classroom, as well as thought provoking content and insights about the field of early childhood education. Each week, we chat with leaders in early childhood education, from teachers and educators in the classroom with innovative curriculum approaches, to directors who are excelling at empowering their team, and leaders outside of the child care environment that are passionate about making a positive impact on outcomes for young children. Our goal with The Preschool Podcast is to provide knowledge and inspiration to the future leaders of early childhood education by speaking with experienced and insightful leaders in the world of preschool and early learning today. At HiMama, it is our belief that leadership within early childhood education is crucial to the future of the childcare sector and, of course, the future of our most important asset in this world, our youngest children.

Episode Date
Episode 3 - Burnout in Early Childhood Education
Feb 28, 2023
Episode 1 - Process vs Product
Feb 14, 2023
Episode 0 - Meet Jo and Maddie
Jan 31, 2023
Revisited: Creating a Culture of Community in Your Preschool
Dec 06, 2022
Revisited: Focusing on play before pencils with Tania Ferrandino
Nov 29, 2022
Outlook on the childcare industry for 2023: interviews live from NAEYC!
Nov 22, 2022
All about assessments with Christina Bretz
Nov 15, 2022
What is an invitation to play? with Julie Hansen
Nov 08, 2022
Spark a revolution in early education: speaking up for ourselves and the children with Rae Pica
Nov 01, 2022
Reimagining early childhood education with Dr. Shira Leibowitz
Oct 25, 2022
How purposeful conversations with children build connections and promote learning
Oct 18, 2022
Leveraging culturally responsive literature in early learning classrooms
Oct 11, 2022
The importance of the classroom learning environment
Oct 04, 2022
The crucial role parents and educators play in children's early sex education
Sep 27, 2022
Moving away from passive use of technology by young children
Sep 20, 2022
Early intervention and detection of autism
Sep 13, 2022
Supporting educators and young children through Scholastic's the United States of Readers Program
Sep 06, 2022
My experience as a male early childhood educator
Aug 30, 2022
Gender expression in early childhood
Aug 23, 2022
The importance of social-emotional skills, mental health, and wellness in a childcare classroom
Aug 16, 2022
Creating space in your day as an insurance policy for retention
Aug 09, 2022
Speech and language in the early years
Aug 02, 2022
Developing emotional literacy through early childhood education and children's books
Jul 26, 2022
Using technology in early childhood intervention
Jul 19, 2022
STEAM art activities that spark creativity and imagination
Jul 12, 2022
Understanding and working with toddlers
Jul 05, 2022
Early literacy strategies that stick with Darryl from Run-DMC and Makeda from Nickelodeon
Jun 28, 2022
Providing high-quality childcare for parents and children
Jun 21, 2022
Achieving equity and quality in early learning
Jun 14, 2022
Revisited: Overcoming educator burnout and rediscovering your passion for education
Jun 07, 2022
Learning from a childcare center director on operating during a pandemic
May 31, 2022
Revisited: How to work through trauma with young children
May 17, 2022
Emergency preparedness in childcare centers
May 10, 2022
Shaping healthy and happy childhood through 21st-century education
May 03, 2022
Revisited: The future of play with Tom Hobson
Apr 26, 2022
Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics (STREAM) for early learners
Apr 19, 2022
Global citizenship in early childhood education
Apr 12, 2022
Songs that regulate, guide, and reassure children
Apr 05, 2022
Occupational therapy and the educational value of toys and games
Mar 29, 2022
Revisited: Play-based learning for school readiness
Mar 22, 2022
Hiring and retaining myths debunked
Mar 15, 2022
Revisited: Avoiding behavior challenges before they begin
Mar 08, 2022
How quality early education can close wealth, wellness, and class gaps
Mar 01, 2022
Sleep deprivation and how it affects children, caregivers, and educators
Feb 22, 2022
How reflective practices stoke curiosity and deepen relationships
Feb 15, 2022
Culturally Responsive Recruitment and Retention of Quality Staff
Feb 08, 2022
How to Talk About Feelings and Promote Emotional Intelligence
Feb 01, 2022
Revisited: Reggio Emilia Approach & Pedagogical Documentation
Jan 25, 2022
Making Sure Your Child Care Business Will Survive if You Have to Step Away.
Jan 18, 2022
The Power of Crayons and Coloring
Jan 11, 2022
Revisited: Overcoming Teacher Burnout In Early Childhood
Jan 04, 2022
Building Social-Emotional Skills Through Literacy
Dec 21, 2021
Helping Children Understand and Celebrate Differences From a Young Age
Dec 14, 2021
How to Simplify the Teaching Process Without the Overwhelm
Dec 07, 2021
Harnessing the Traits of a Classroom Leader to Advance your Career
Nov 30, 2021
Setting Up Young Children for Success With Handwriting Skills
Nov 23, 2021
The Impact of Diversity in Media and Literacy on Empathy at a Young Age
Nov 16, 2021
Revisited: Transformational Coaching for Early Childhood Educators
Nov 09, 2021
How to Set Your Center Up for a Successful Licensing Inspection
Nov 02, 2021
A Strong Foundation Starts in Early Childhood Education
Oct 26, 2021
The Criticality of Staff Retention in Early Childhood Education
Oct 19, 2021
The Benefits of Dual-Language Development in Early Childhood Education
Oct 12, 2021
Focusing on Play Before Pencils
Oct 06, 2021
How to Incorporate Yoga & Mindfulness into the Preschool Classroom
Sep 28, 2021
Finding the Best Child Care System for Your Center
Sep 21, 2021
Honoring Children’s Rights in the Classroom
Sep 14, 2021
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion- It Starts in Early Childhood
Sep 07, 2021
How Storytelling Can Change a Child’s Brain
Aug 31, 2021
The Impact of Nature Play on Early Development
Aug 24, 2021
3 Ways to Rethink Student Education in Response to COVID-19
Aug 17, 2021
Creating a Psychologically Safe Environment in Your Child Care Center
Aug 10, 2021
Creating a Supportive and Inclusive Environment for Children in Your Classroom
Aug 03, 2021
The Top 5 Myths Educators Hear from Parents in Early Childhood Education
Jul 27, 2021
Building Foundational Social-Emotional Skills in Early Childhood Classrooms
Jul 20, 2021
How This Child Care Center Transforms Children’s Learning With a Reggio Emilia Approach
Jul 13, 2021
How a Canada-Wide Child Care System Will Help Support Canadian Families
Jul 08, 2021
Addressing Pandemic-Related Learning Gaps in Young Children
Jun 29, 2021
5 Strategies to Embed When Supporting Communication For Children with Autism or Language Delays
Jun 22, 2021
Using The Curiosity Approach Philosophy in Your Classroom
Jun 15, 2021
The 4 Benefits of Incorporating an Enrichment Program in Your Child Care
Jun 08, 2021
The Undeniable Power of Play and Wonder in Learning
Jun 01, 2021
The 2 Most Common Marketing Mistakes Child Care Center Owners Make
May 25, 2021
The Benefits of Outdoor Play with Children
May 17, 2021
Understanding and Navigating the Parent-Teacher Relationship
May 11, 2021
Engaging Your Families In Early Childhood Classroom Settings
Apr 30, 2021
The Unique Business Advantage of HiMama and Early Childhood Trends
Apr 27, 2021
The Importance of Minimizing Stress in Young Children
Apr 20, 2021
The Importance of Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood
Apr 13, 2021
Diffusing Power Struggles with Young Children
Apr 06, 2021
Improving Children’s Attention Spans Through Play
Mar 30, 2021
Tapping Into Children's Natural Love for Learning
Mar 23, 2021
Supporting Children with Developmental Delays
Mar 16, 2021
How This School's Focus on Social & Emotional Development is Changing Children's Futures
Mar 09, 2021
How 2020 Has Affected the Field of Early Childhood Education
Mar 02, 2021
Taking the Plunge in Creating Your Child Care Business During COVID-19
Feb 23, 2021
The 5 R's for Teaching Self Regulation in Young Children
Feb 17, 2021
How to Advocate as an Individual for the Field of Early Childhood Education
Feb 09, 2021
How to Get Staff on Board with your Employee Brand
Feb 02, 2021
How Educators and Parents Can Support Children's Learning and Development with Music
Jan 26, 2021
How This Committee is Changing the Way Early Childhood Educators are Supported in their Profession
Jan 19, 2021
How to Adopt a Lasting Change to Support Children's Emotional Intelligence
Jan 12, 2021
Implementing Virtual Learning in a COVID World
Jan 05, 2021
Overcoming Educator Burnout and Rediscovering your Passion for Education
Dec 22, 2020
Successful Behavior Management Strategies to use in the Classroom
Dec 15, 2020
Teaching Young Children About Growth Mindset Through Books
Dec 08, 2020
How To Promote Problem Solving Using Technology
Dec 01, 2020
Childcare Insights & Outlook For 2020
Nov 24, 2020
Tools To Manage Social Stress In The Early Years
Nov 17, 2020
Understanding Baby Speech Development with Babbly
Nov 10, 2020
How To Help Kids Adjust to COVID-19 Safety Measures
Nov 03, 2020
How To Create Fun Learning Experiences For Young Children
Oct 27, 2020
How To Practice Mindfulness For Anxiety
Oct 20, 2020
Intentional Inclusion For Multicultural Early Learning Classrooms
Oct 13, 2020
How To Support Children With Anxiety During A Pandemic
Oct 06, 2020
How To Lead With Impact During COVID-19
Sep 29, 2020
Abuse-Prevention Strategies In Early Childhood
Sep 22, 2020
How To Raise Race Conscious Children
Sep 15, 2020
Continuous Learning For Early Educators
Sep 08, 2020
Nature-Based Learning For Real World Skills
Sep 01, 2020
What If We Taught The Way Children Learn?
Aug 25, 2020
Teaching Race & Inclusion In Child Care
Aug 18, 2020
Alternative Care & COVID-19
Aug 11, 2020
Teaching & Parenting Young Children In A Crisis
Aug 04, 2020
How To Pivot Your Family Child Care Business During COVID-19
Jul 28, 2020
How The T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Supports Early Educators
Jul 21, 2020
Learnings From Running A Child Care During COVID-19
Jul 14, 2020
The Future Of Play
Jul 07, 2020
Recruit, Train & Retain Childcare Staff
Jun 30, 2020
Child Care Finances Tips During COVID-19
Jun 23, 2020
Learning About Different Cultures Through A Second Language
Jun 16, 2020
How COVID-19 Has Changed The Childcare Conversation
Jun 09, 2020
How To Adapt Your Child Care Program To COVID-19 Changes
Jun 02, 2020
Preparing Young Children & Families For Reopening During COVID-19
May 26, 2020
The Importance of Child Care To The COVID-19 Economy
May 19, 2020
How The National Head Start Association Is Finding Opportunity In Crisis
May 12, 2020
Child Care Marketing Tips To Recover From COVID-19
May 05, 2020
COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness Plan for Child Care Centers
Apr 28, 2020
Navigating COVID-19 As A Multi-Location Child Care Center
Apr 21, 2020
Keeping Your Child Care Community Connected While Closed During COVID-19
Apr 14, 2020
How To Make Learning Super Fun To Engage Young Kids
Apr 07, 2020
How To Work Through Trauma With Young Children
Mar 31, 2020
How To Keep Your Childcare Business Going Through The COVID-19 Pandemic
Mar 24, 2020
*SPECIAL* COVID-19 & Kids: Facts, Fiction, Practical Tips
Mar 18, 2020
Thriving Kids, Thriving Society
Mar 17, 2020
Insights From Rebranding A NFP Child Care
Mar 10, 2020
Global-Minded Early Education For Better Future
Mar 03, 2020
Encouraging STEAM Thinking In Early Childhood With Language
Feb 25, 2020
Transformational Coaching for Early Childhood Educators
Feb 18, 2020
How to Cultivate A Learner's Mentality Using STEAM in Preschool
Feb 11, 2020
How To Equip Children With The Skills To Stop Bullying
Feb 04, 2020
The Impact of Real-Time Communication on Parenting
Jan 28, 2020
A Reggio Preschool At The Zoo
Jan 21, 2020
Turning Passion Into Quality Programming
Jan 14, 2020
Practicing Mindfulness When Working With Children
Jan 07, 2020
Change The Status Quo With Quality Child Care
Dec 24, 2019
Managing Children's Feelings By Understanding Your Own
Dec 16, 2019
Age-Appropriate Preschool Planning
Dec 10, 2019
Supporting Children And Families With ADHD
Dec 03, 2019
Innovative Business Model To Retain Talent
Nov 26, 2019
Taming Terrific Toddlers
Nov 19, 2019
Phone Skills To Increase Enrollment
Nov 12, 2019
Running a Home-Based Military Family Preschool Program
Nov 05, 2019
Advancing Professional Growth with the CDA Credential
Oct 29, 2019
Avoiding Behavior Challenges Before They Begin
Oct 22, 2019
Employee Onboarding, Retention & Development
Oct 15, 2019
Supporting Play-Based Learning For Young Children
Oct 08, 2019
Business Savvy For Independent Child Care Centers
Oct 01, 2019
Family Engagement In Early Childhood Settings
Sep 24, 2019
It’s No Small Matter To Make Your Voice Heard
Sep 17, 2019
Adult Play To Sustain Your Team
Sep 10, 2019
Systems Thinking For Positive Outcomes
Sep 03, 2019
Financial Health for Child Care Businesses
Aug 27, 2019
Entrepreneurial Leadership In Early Education
Aug 20, 2019
The Joy Of Movement For Young Kids
Aug 13, 2019
Inspiring Professional Growth
Aug 06, 2019
2019 Child Care Sector Risks, Priorities & Outlook
Jul 30, 2019
Developing Social Competency In Young Children
Jul 23, 2019
Learned Optimism In Early Childhood
Jul 16, 2019
Demystifying Accreditation For Child Care Programs
Jul 09, 2019
Visual Learning As A Teaching Practice
Jul 02, 2019
Yale-China Program on Child Development
Jun 25, 2019
Overcoming Teacher Burnout In Early Childhood
Jun 18, 2019
Tools For Life & Socio Emotional Development
Jun 11, 2019
Reggio-Inspired Space For Teachers and Families
Jun 04, 2019
Supporting Children With Developmental Disabilities
May 28, 2019
Adapting Curriculum for Local Communities
May 21, 2019
Giving Back Through Child Care
May 14, 2019
Rhythm & Writing for Preschool
May 07, 2019
Early Learning Leadership At All Levels
Apr 30, 2019
Supporting Play-Based Learning Globally
Apr 23, 2019
Celebrating Diversity In Preschool
Apr 16, 2019
Supporting Parents with Postpartum Depression
Apr 09, 2019
Reinventing Culture in Childcare
Apr 02, 2019
Montessori and Minimalism
Mar 26, 2019
Importance of Community in Pre-K
Mar 19, 2019
Blended Programs For Inclusion In Early Years
Mar 12, 2019
Using Mindfulness to Organize An Early Years Classroom
Mar 05, 2019
2018 ECE of the Year
Feb 26, 2019
Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies
Feb 19, 2019
Wisdom From An Experienced Child Care Administrator
Feb 12, 2019
Beyond Labels, Envisioning the Strong and Competent Child
Feb 05, 2019
Managing Autism Spectrum Disorder in Preschool
Jan 29, 2019
From Dirt to Dinner: Farm to Early Care and Education
Jan 21, 2019
What Would Fred Rogers Do?
Jan 15, 2019
Nurturing Resilience in Children Living with Family Substance Use Disorder Through Storytelling
Jan 08, 2019
Creating Physical Skill Development Opportunities in the Preschool Classroom
Jan 01, 2019
Supporting Young Children and Families Living in Poverty
Dec 25, 2018
Building Positive Cultural Identities in the Preschool Classroom
Dec 18, 2018
Advocating for Children and Families in the Current Political Climate
Dec 11, 2018
Place-Based Outdoor Learning in Early Childhood Education
Dec 04, 2018
Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Preschools
Nov 27, 2018
Incorporating Nature into the Early Childhood Classroom
Nov 20, 2018
Using Reflective Practice in Parenting
Nov 13, 2018
The Impact of Preschool on Low Income Kids
Nov 06, 2018
What Should Montessori Look Like?
Oct 30, 2018
Suzuki Early Childhood Education Approach to Learning Music
Oct 23, 2018
Early Childhood Education in California
Oct 15, 2018
Everything you need to know about Montessori!
Oct 09, 2018
The Maker Movement Approach to Literacy for Early Learners
Oct 02, 2018
Inquiry Based Early Learning
Sep 25, 2018
Family Separation and The Impact on Young Children
Sep 18, 2018
Mindfulness in the Classroom
Sep 11, 2018
Supporting the Implementation of a Preschool Expulsion Ban
Sep 04, 2018
Reading – Setting Children Up for Success
Aug 28, 2018
Managing stress and anxiety in young children
Aug 21, 2018
Natural playscapes and the benefits of risky play
Aug 14, 2018
Age Appropriate STEM Activities for Children Zero to Three
Aug 07, 2018
Loose Parts Play
Jul 31, 2018
No Small Matter
Jul 23, 2018
Baby Steps to STEM
Jul 17, 2018
Why Outdoor Pre-K is Elitist
Jul 10, 2018
Impacts of Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences
Jul 03, 2018
The Child Migrant Crisis and the Impact on Social-Emotional Development
Jun 26, 2018
The Evolution of Early Childhood Education in Canada
Jun 19, 2018
“Turn it off” and Turn on the Music Song and Dance with Dr. Jean
Jun 12, 2018
Gender Differences in the Preschool Classroom
Jun 05, 2018
Fixed Mindset to Growth Mindset in Early Childhood Education
May 29, 2018
Urban Thinkscapes: Revitalizing Communities with Playgrounds 2.0
May 22, 2018
Underserved Child Care Communities and Compliance. What’s the relation?
May 15, 2018
Genius of Play – Why Play is Important For Children’s Development
May 08, 2018
Changing our mindset on suspensions and expulsions
May 01, 2018
Building a Family-Centered Early Childhood Program
Apr 24, 2018
Saul Zaentz Early Education Initiative at Harvard
Apr 17, 2018
Pushing the Envelope with Professional Development
Apr 10, 2018
Intense Emotions: A Framework for Working with Young Children
Apr 03, 2018
Visual Routines as a Challenging Behaviour Strategy
Mar 27, 2018
Healthy Eating by Showing More and Telling Less
Mar 20, 2018
Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategies for Child Care
Mar 13, 2018
NAEYC and Power to the Profession
Mar 06, 2018
Setting Routines for Happy Healthy Kids
Feb 27, 2018
Why Early Childhood Educators are Underpaid
Feb 20, 2018
There are no tricks to being an Early Childhood Educator
Feb 13, 2018
Exploring Mixed Emotions
Feb 06, 2018
Community Collaboration to Give Children a Strong Start
Jan 30, 2018
Balancing Nature vs. Nurture in Child Development
Jan 23, 2018
An Insider Look at Early Learning in Manhattan
Jan 16, 2018
Students: Our Future Leaders in Early Childhood Education
Jan 09, 2018
Interrupting the Cycle of Poverty with Early Childhood Education
Jan 02, 2018
Creative Block Play
Dec 26, 2017
Star Ratings or Star Children
Dec 19, 2017
Empathy Warriors
Dec 12, 2017
You Can’t Fail When You Play
Dec 05, 2017
Intentional Whole Child Development with Educators and Parents
Nov 28, 2017
Connecting Brain Science, Child Development and Loving Families
Nov 21, 2017
Different Schools for a Different World
Nov 14, 2017
The Importance of Social-Emotional Learning
Nov 07, 2017
Improving Student Cognition Through Interaction
Oct 31, 2017
Family at the Center of Innovation in Early Learning
Oct 24, 2017
How to Motivate Your Staff - Finally See the Change and Growth You Want
Oct 17, 2017
Relationships, Relationships, Relationships
Oct 10, 2017
Be "WUCA": Welcome, Understand, Comfort, Appreciate
Oct 03, 2017
Scaffolding and Discipline Without Punishment
Sep 28, 2017
How to Teach What You Love
Sep 19, 2017
Tech in the Early Years: Attitudes and Intentionality
Sep 12, 2017
Empower teachers with creative leadership
Sep 05, 2017
Leading as a learning process
Aug 29, 2017
Leading as a learning process
Aug 29, 2017
Rudolf Steiner's Waldorf curriculum
Aug 22, 2017
Universal childcare and its possibilities in Canada
Aug 15, 2017
Taking control of your early childhood career
Aug 08, 2017
Circle of Security and Attachment Theory
Aug 01, 2017
Improv-based play support for challenging behavior in children
Jul 25, 2017
Pre-reading skills in a play-based curriculum
Jul 18, 2017
Shared services for pedagogical and business leadership
Jul 11, 2017
Leadership for better early childhood outcomes
Jul 04, 2017
Leadership for better early childhood outcomes
Jul 04, 2017
Data-driven early childhood education advocacy
Jun 27, 2017
Research-based professional development
Jun 20, 2017
Yoga in preschool for social emotional development
Jun 13, 2017
The science behind sleep and brain development in children
Jun 06, 2017
Supporting men in childcare
May 30, 2017
Authentic core values in an organization
May 23, 2017
The power of emotional intelligence in early childhood education
May 16, 2017
The power of emotional intelligence in early childhood education
May 16, 2017
Nurturing a growth mindset in young children
May 09, 2017
Music for holistic child development
May 02, 2017
Impactful advocacy for child care
Apr 25, 2017
Leading for children by empowering teachers
Apr 18, 2017
Intentional teaching practices for emotional development
Apr 11, 2017
Rethinking research in early childhood education
Apr 04, 2017
Rethinking research in early childhood education
Apr 04, 2017
Social enterprise as an early years business model
Mar 28, 2017
The body-mind connection in early childhood education
Mar 21, 2017
Men in childcare as a right for children
Mar 14, 2017
Parent communication technology as a preschool marketing tool
Mar 07, 2017
Teaching children through play
Feb 28, 2017
Affecting change through leadership
Feb 21, 2017
Developing relationships with children and their families
Feb 13, 2017
Sustained shared thinking for more meaningful conversations with children
Feb 06, 2017
Applying Conscious Discipline for a positive impact within children
Jan 29, 2017
Creating alignment between planning and teaching
Jan 23, 2017
Impact of high-quality pre-k programs
Jan 09, 2017
Recruiting and developing top talent
Jan 03, 2017
Making time for culture in your preschool
Dec 22, 2016
Role of regulatory bodies in early childhood education
Dec 14, 2016
Science behind language development
Dec 13, 2016
Learning the language of music
Dec 06, 2016
Challenging behavior in young children
Nov 28, 2016
Advocating for early childhood education
Nov 20, 2016
Reflective practices to challenge your beliefs
Nov 14, 2016
Sharing your educational learnings online
Nov 06, 2016
Taking action to mobilize change for early childhood educators
Nov 01, 2016
Immigrant and refugee children in childcare
Oct 25, 2016
Inclusive preschool environments for LGBTQ families
Oct 17, 2016
Preschool technology and marketing trends
Oct 11, 2016
Empowering preschool teachers with leadership opportunities
Oct 04, 2016
Speaking out for preschool teachers
Sep 27, 2016
Emergent curriculum and inquiry based practices
Sep 20, 2016
The science behind early brain development
Sep 13, 2016
Flexing your leadership muscle as a Preschool Teacher
Sep 06, 2016
Investing in affordable child care for all families
Aug 30, 2016
Implementing a balanced approach to learning
Aug 23, 2016
Partnerships with families and outdoor playscapes
Aug 15, 2016
Making time for passion-filled and high-payoff activities
Aug 09, 2016
Reggio Emilia approach and pedagogical documentation
Aug 02, 2016
Having a vision for child care business success
Jul 26, 2016
Creating a culture of community in your preschool
Jul 20, 2016