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Navigating Developmentally Appropriate Early Literacy
Jean-Mari Dagarin, from The Early Childhood POV, joins me today to talk about a growing concern in early education: 'schoolification'—the push to bring formal academic practices into early childhood spaces. With over...
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Unpacking Early Childhood Literacy with Dr. Julia Lindsey
In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Julia B. Lindsey, Ph.D., a leading expert in foundational literacy and the author of Reading Above the Fray: Research-based Routines for Developing Decoding Skills. With a...
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Promoting Anti-Bias Education Through Children's Literature with Dr. Jasmine Moses
Laura welcomes Dr. Jasmine Moses, an anti-bias early childhood educator dedicated to promoting anti-bias and anti-racist practices within early childhood education. Jasmine shares insights into how anti-bias education...
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Storytelling As A Means For Social Studies with Ashley Jefferson
In this episode of “Stories That Stick,” Laura and Ms. Ashley chat about storytelling and how it supports children to learn about the world around them. Ashley is THE early childhood enthusiast and creator of Nguzo...
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Play and The Science of Reading in Homeschooling with Nyetta Holyfield
In this episode of “Stories That Stick,” Laura and Nyetta chat about homeschooling with their children and how they understand the Science of Reading. Nyetta is the self-proclaimed Mom Playologist and founder of The...
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"Storytelling Time" - Tea & Honey: Part 2 with Jelly, Cookie, Coffee, & Syrup
Tune in and listen as Laura shares part 2 to the story of Tea and Honey (listen to Tea & Honey: Part 1 first!)! She's fully invested in the family of robins that built a nest outside her kitchen window. Find out...
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Empowering Children Through Storytelling and Play with Dr. Ben Mardell
In this episode, Laura welcomes Dr. Ben Mardell, a mentor who has profoundly influenced her understanding of storytelling and story acting. Dr. Mardell, the Atelierista and Pedagogista at the Newtown School, shares...
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Storytelling Time - "Race Car Driver"
This story is for one of "Stories That Stick" biggest fans. Enjoy Manu, thanks for all your support.
If you’re ready to start telling stories of your own, but need a little nudge, you can grab some story prompts here...
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Storytelling Through Discomfort with Kisa Marx
In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, Laura is joined by Kisa Marks, founder of The Play Lab Foundation. Together, they explore how stories support humans through trauma. Kisa shares her commitment to...
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Storytelling Time - "Seaunicorns"
Imagine seahorses that live in the sky amongst the clouds and rainbows. There you'll find a family of seaunicorns. But one day, one of the seaunicorns wakes up to a problem. Her horn is gone! Tune in to find out what...
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Play-Based Learning in Public School Settings with Melysa Mei
Laura chats with Melysa Mei, of PreK Spot, to discuss the challenges and rewards of implementing play-based learning in public schools with box curricula. Melysa has administrative and family support to follow the...
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Storytelling Time - "ABC Dino"
Have you ever heard of an Ankylosaurus who's favorite food is letters of the alphabet? When you have children that are interested in letters and LOVE dinosaurs, why not mix the two into a simple, short story? Remember...
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