Episodes
Episode 1: Best Practices in EArly childhood education with mister kay
This episode delves into best practices for early childhood educators. How do you keep the school day engaging, especially during a worldwide pandemic? How do you reach students from all different backgrounds and interest them in academics. Mister Kay brings his knowledge, kindness, empathy and experience to the table and all can benefit!
Episode 2: Best Practices for Ensuring the Best Outcomes for Your Children or Students with Disabilities
Tobey Lass, a BCBA Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum and children with other, diverse disabilities, offers her insights on what all parents, teachers and practitioners should keep in mind and on how to ensure the best possible outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
episode 3: Discussing How Colorful Chess Can Be For the Developing Brain
Evan Rabin, a National Chess Master, shares the wonderful benefits of chess for children and adults alike. Whether it's Critical Thinking, Socialization, Strategic Planning or Cognitive Flexibility, Chess can have wonderful benefits for individuals of all ages. Delight in Evan's incredible journey with his company, Premier Chess and let the games begin!
episode 4: A Lovely Chat With Matt: Emmy-Award Winning Children's TV Writer & Funny Adult Playwright
What do Fancy Nancy, Sofia the First, Curious George, Goldie & Bear and Firebuds have in common? They all have an incredible writer behind them...Matt Hoverman! Matt is an Emmy Award-Winning Children's TV Writer, Actor and funny Adult Playwright. He has written a variety of shows for Disney and his numerous successful plays have been showcased on and off-Broadway. Here's a unique peak at Matt's incredible and thoughtful insights and advice. For more information on Matt Hoverman and to see some of his wonderful work, please visit his website: www.matthoverman.com.
Episode 5: So You Want To Be Successful? A Look into Emotional Intelligence
This episode delves into the construct of Emotional Intelligence, one of the most important ingredients towards future life success. Learn what Emotional Intelligence is, why it's important, how it relates to the brain and finally, how can we enhance our current Emotional Intelligence with clear, helpful and practical strategies!
episode 6: How to Get Out of Thinking Traps with Ariella Azaraf!
In this episode, you'll learn how to get yourself out of a thinking trap, how to prevent yourself from spiraling and how to regulate your own emotions before addressing your children's or other's concerns. The episode will also delve into best practices for self-regulation in children. Enjoy a small, but insightful dose of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from Ariella Azaraf, a wonderful and successful psychotherapist on the Upper East Side.
episode 7: Understanding Craniofacial Difference with myFace's Dina Zuckerberg
In this episode, we learn about the impact of craniofacial difference on early child development and how wonderful organizations like myFace offer support to families and children with craniofacial differences and how the Wonder Project, based on RJ Palacio's bestselling book, Wonder about craniofacial difference, helps typically developing kids in schools across the world better understand life from that perspective. Listeners will learn about craniofacial difference and about how to begin speaking to their children about the beauty of difference.
episode 8: A Terrific Talk with Speech Language Pathologist Lenora Edwards
This episode will introduce you to the field of Speech Language Pathology and will offer great, practical techniques for filling your children's worlds with rich language development. Enjoy the insights and expertise of Better Speech's Lenora Edwards!
episode 9: Hypnotism, Holographic Memory Resolution, Neurolinguistic Programming and More with Lenora Edwards!
What do Speech Language Pathology, Holographic Memory Resolution and Neurolinguistic Programming have in common? The incredible life work of Lenora Edwards, a remarkable Speech Language Pathologist and and Mind & Life Enhancement Specialist. Join me as we learn from her years of experience and wisdom!
episode 10: Pearls of Wisdom from Educational Expert Dr. Pesha Kletenik!
An incredible opportunity to hear from Dr. Pesha Kletenik, Head of School at Manhattan Day School and a long-time educational expert and leader. We will discuss everything from Math and Literacy to Social Media and the adverse effects of Snowplow Parenting. This is not an episode to miss!
