On today's episode, we are talking a little bit about the Trauma behind Diversity. To read the reflection questions paraphrased from the National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations’ Guide for Early Childhood Professionals to Support Young Children’

Hablemos sobre la importancia del juego libre (juego abierto, no estructurado) y como es que los niños aprenden y desarrollan distintas habilidades a traves del juego. Exploraremos las diferentes etapas de desarrollo y como se manifesta el juego en cada u

On today's episode,  Stephanie gives a taste of what’s to come in Season 3 – where we’re getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.  She talks a little about how we grow through the Zone of Proximal Development, then gives the Cliff’s Notes versio

¿Alguna vez te has preguntado sobre el uso de la pantalla apropiado para tu edad?  ¿Cómo podemos ayudar a los niños a limitar el tiempo frente a la pantalla mientras disfrutan de otras actividades de aprendizaje? Hablemos sobre los avances tecnológicos y

On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, we are kicking off Season Three!!! Get ready to dive deep and get comfortable with being uncomfortable!Plus - Ruddy gives us a tiny taste of her trip to Guatemala!! Learn more about Tejiendo Futuros, visit their website

In today's episode, we talk about media usage and screen time for children... and how to find a healthy balance! We discuss strategies to help you teach children the importance of technology and screens as well as having other interests in engaging a

On today's episode, we are talking about picky eaters! What does it look like, why does it happen, what to do and what not to do, and of course, desert! To download the infographic for today’s episode, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-

On today's episode, we are talking about the INTENTIONAL use of language when guiding and discipling children.To download the infographic for today’s episode, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days-podcast-0  Kids These Days is a co-producti

In today's episode, we talk about dual language learners: who they are and how to best support their learning experiences in our programs and classrooms! To download the infographic for today’s episode, please visit: http://kskits.org/kids-these-days

On today's UNSCRIPTED episode, we are wrapping up Season Two!!!  Kids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs. The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Ne