Early Childhood Chapters

Early Childhood Chapters

Gryphon House Books

Episodes 29
Avg. Duration 36m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Oct 2024
Latest Episode May 2026

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31%
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About This Podcast

This is the podcast for educators, childcare professionals, and parents who work with children ages 0-5. Hosted by Gryphon House Books, each episode features interviews with leading authors and experts who break down the latest research into practical, actionable strategies for the classroom and home.

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S1E27 Building Readers Through Play, Language, and Connection: The Science of Reading

May 19, 2026 50m

The "science of reading" has become one of the biggest conversations in education—but what does it actually mean in early childhood classrooms? In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, host Emily…

S1E25 What Multilingual Classrooms Really Need (and how to get there) with Karen Nemeth

Apr 16, 2026 44m Transcript

In today's early childhood classrooms, children are learning two, three, sometimes even four languages at once. The question isn't whether multilingual learners will be in your classroom—it's how…

S1E24 Let Nature Lead: Rethinking Creativity in Early Childhood

Apr 09, 2026 31m Transcript

Before children ever pick up a paintbrush, nature has already given them a palette. In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we talk with Janine Kloiber, author of Nature's Palette, about how…

S1E22 Understanding Transitions in Early Childhood With Rae Pica

Apr 01, 2026 41m Transcript

Transitions are one of the most challenging parts of the day in early childhood settings—but what if we've been thinking about them all wrong? In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, host Emily…

S1E21 Coming Back Gently: Helping Children (and Adults) Re-Settle After Breaks

Feb 03, 2026 48m Transcript

January is often framed as a "fresh start," but for early childhood educators, it's something very different—it's the middle of the year. After winter break, classrooms are filled with children (and…

S1E22 Every Drop Counts: Exploring Water with Young Learners

Oct 28, 2025 29m Transcript

What can water teach young children about science, curiosity, and caring for the planet? Author and educator Ann Gadzikowski, MEd, joins host Emily Garman to discuss her new book, Every Drop Counts:…

S1E21 Every Child Can Fly: Including Children of All Abilities

Oct 09, 2025 38m Transcript

In this inspiring conversation, author and educator Jani Kozlowski shares her personal and professional journey toward creating more inclusive early learning environments. Drawing from her own…

S1E19 Classroom Strategies to Support Focus and Self-Regulation

Sep 16, 2025 30m Transcript

In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, host Emily Garman sits down with Dr. Julie Tourigny, pediatric occupational therapist and author of Calm and in Control, Organized and Engaged, and her…

S1E18 Conversations That Count: Making Parent-Teacher Conferences Work

Sep 03, 2025 26m Transcript

Parent-teacher conferences can feel rushed, overwhelming, or even intimidating—for both educators and families. But when done well, these conversations can build trust, strengthen relationships, and…

S1E17 Thinking Outside the Prize Box: Dr. Adam Holland on Challenging Classroom Behaviors

Aug 15, 2025 43m Transcript

In this engaging and often funny conversation, Dr. Adam Holland—educator, trainer, and author of the upcoming Gryphon House book Thinking Outside the Prize Box: Navigating Challenging Behaviors in…

S1E17 Family First: Building Relationships That Support Children's Success

Jul 14, 2025 28m Transcript

In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we talk with Dr. Thomasa Bond about why family first isn't just a philosophy but a practical approach to building strong, safe, and successful early…

S1E16 Understanding and Addressing Challenging Behaviors in the Classroom

May 27, 2025 47m Transcript

In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we speak with Dr. Ginger Welch, clinical psychologist, author, and early childhood expert, about how educators can better understand and respond to…

S1E15 Healing Begins with You: Trauma-Sensitive Strategies for Infant-Toddler Educators

May 14, 2025 33m Transcript

In this powerful episode, Dr. Barbara Sorrels, renowned early childhood expert and author of Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma and Trauma-Sensitive Care for Infants, Toddlers, and…

S1E15 Dig In: Grow Deep Roots with Nature-Based Learning

Apr 16, 2025 43m Transcript

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Lea Ann Christenson and Jenny James, coauthors of Dig In: Outdoor STEM Learning for Young Children. Together, they make the case that outdoor education isn't a…

S1E14 Beyond the Classroom: The Power of Outdoor Education

Apr 01, 2025 39m Transcript

Episode Summary: In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we welcome Dr. Rachel Larimore, an expert in nature-based early childhood education. Dr. Larimore shares her insights on why outdoor…

S1E13 Pushing Past Conflict With Colleagues: Navigating Tough Conversations in Early Childhood Settings

Mar 18, 2025 27m Transcript

In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we welcome Dr. Angela Searcy for a deep dive into navigating difficult conversations in early childhood education. Following her recent EdWeb webinar,…

S1E12 Do It Scared: How Educators Can Foster True Equity

Mar 04, 2025 48m Transcript

In this thought-provoking episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we sit down with Dr. Tameka Ardrey and Dr. Ebonyse Mead, co-authors of Building Equitable Early Learning Programs: A Social Justice…

S1E11 Reclaiming Childhood: Why Play Matters in Early Education

Feb 18, 2025 31m Transcript

In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we sit down with early childhood expert, author, and speaker Kathy Lee Eggers to explore the importance of play-based learning and why reclaiming…

S1E10 Rediscovering Joy: Self-Care Strategies for Early Childhood Professionals

Feb 04, 2025 27m Transcript

Self-care is more than just bubble baths and relaxation—it's about reconnecting with the joy that first brought you to your work. In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, we're joined by Dr.…

S1E9 Child Care as Infrastructure: The Key to a Thriving Economy

Jan 21, 2025 40m Transcript

In this episode of Early Childhood Chapters, host Emily Garman sits down with Dr. Sarah Vanover, an early childhood education expert and the author of America's Child Care Crisis and Bridging Gaps.…

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Early Childhood Chapters has published 29 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.

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