Listen "3 | The Early Years: What Preschool Children *Actually* Need "
Episode Synopsis
“In this time of extraordinary pressure—educational and social—perhaps a mother’s first duty to her children is to secure for them a quiet growing time" -Charlotte Mason, Home Education
"What should I do with my preschool-age kids to make sure they're ready for school?"
"Which preschool/kindergarten curriculum should I use?"
"My first grader keeps getting in trouble at school. He's so wiggly and disruptive. What should I do?"
The Early Years, the stage from birth to six years old, is a special time of immense growth -- both physically, mentally, and emotionally. And because of this they require a totally different educational approach than school-age children.
What do young kids actually need from adults and how can we best provide a "quiet growing time?" I'll answer those questions and more in this episode.
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(03:10 - 04:35) Early Childhood Development Priorities
(07:48 - 09:53) Analyzing Trends in Early Childhood Education
(11:50 - 13:41) Parental Attachment Impacts Child's Mental Health
(18:17 - 20:25) Sensory Development in Children
(25:47 - 27:12) Balancing Formal Lessons With Child-Led Learning
(28:08 - 29:11) Importance of Quiet Growing Time
(34:47 - 36:07) Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children
(42:41 - 43:39) Early Years Development Guide and Activities
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The Early Years Guide
Preschool + Kindergarten at Home | YouTube
"What should I do with my preschool-age kids to make sure they're ready for school?"
"Which preschool/kindergarten curriculum should I use?"
"My first grader keeps getting in trouble at school. He's so wiggly and disruptive. What should I do?"
The Early Years, the stage from birth to six years old, is a special time of immense growth -- both physically, mentally, and emotionally. And because of this they require a totally different educational approach than school-age children.
What do young kids actually need from adults and how can we best provide a "quiet growing time?" I'll answer those questions and more in this episode.
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(03:10 - 04:35) Early Childhood Development Priorities
(07:48 - 09:53) Analyzing Trends in Early Childhood Education
(11:50 - 13:41) Parental Attachment Impacts Child's Mental Health
(18:17 - 20:25) Sensory Development in Children
(25:47 - 27:12) Balancing Formal Lessons With Child-Led Learning
(28:08 - 29:11) Importance of Quiet Growing Time
(34:47 - 36:07) Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children
(42:41 - 43:39) Early Years Development Guide and Activities
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Become a Patreon Member for only $5/month
The Early Years Guide
Preschool + Kindergarten at Home | YouTube
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