Best Amy Nielson Podcasts (2025)

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100. 3 Ways to Raise Antifragile Children 33:29

13d ago33:29

33:29

Have you ever felt caught in the crossfire between gentle parenting and raising resilient kids? As a parent in today's world, I constantly wrestle with how to validate my children's emotions while still helping them develop the strength to face life's inevitable challenges. This tension between empathy and resilience represents one of the most sign…

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99. Raising Boundary-Savvy Kids with Amy Armstrong 30:40

27d ago30:40

30:40

Have you ever struggled with setting boundaries while still being a kind, gentle person? Today's conversation might just transform your approach to parenting and relationships. In this episode, I'm diving into the world of boundaries with Amy Armstrong, a pioneer in conflict resolution who brings her expertise from high-conflict divorce situations …

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98. Pediatric Sleep Apnea: A Simple Solution with Dr. Kalli Hale 29:56

1M ago29:56

29:56

Have you ever had one of those moments where you discover something so important, you can't believe no one told you sooner? That's exactly how I felt recording this episode. If your child snores, breathes through their mouth, grinds their teeth, has ADHD symptoms, gets frequent cavities, or even wets the bed - these could all be signs of pediatric …

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97. Is Your Child REALLY Learning to Read at School? A Conversation with Dr. Irene Daria 34:32

2M ago34:32

34:32

What if your child told you their school wasn't teaching them to read properly? Would you believe them? In this week's episode, we dive deep into a story that's unfortunately all too common in our education system. Dr. Irene Daria shares her journey from being a concerned mother to becoming a developmental psychologist specializing in teaching chil…

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96. Building a Balanced Reading Diet: The Role of Nonfiction with Melissa Taylor 31:01

2M ago31:01

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I’m joined by education blogger, children’s book expert, and former teacher, Melissa Taylor. Melissa is the creator behind Imagination Soup: a blog where parents, grandparents, librarians, and teachers can find great children’s books as well as educational learning ideas, resources, and community. We dive into the world of nonfiction and explore wh…

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95. Why Every Child Should Learn a Second Language with Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth 33:34

3M ago33:34

33:34

Anna Rita is the Regional Managing Director of Green Ivy International School and Interim Head of School at Pine Street School. As an expert in multilingual education, we explore the incredible power of learning languages in childhood. Anna Rita shares why the ages of 0-6 are a critical window for language acquisition, how bilingualism enhances exe…

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94. Overcoming Math Anxiety with Dr. Sara Delano Moore 34:12

3M ago34:12

34:12

I sit down with Dr. Sara Delano Moore, a fourth-generation educator and expert in mathematics education, to discuss strategies for fostering a love of math in our children. Dr. Sara shares her insights on how kids' attitudes towards math are heavily influenced by the adults in their lives. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Sara offers practical tips…

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93. Leading with Compassion: Helping Teachers Thrive Emotionally and Professionally with Leslie Cole 35:45

4M ago35:45

35:45

I sit down with Leslie Cole, Director of School Solutions at eLuma, to explore practical strategies for fostering educator well-being. Leslie brings a wealth of experience as a school psychologist, district administrator, and MTSS coordinator, and she's on a mission to promote student success by supporting the adults who serve them. Get ready to di…

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92. Taming Your Brain's Alarm System: The Amygdala Explained with Anna Housley Juster 43:06

4M ago43:06

43:06

In this episode, I talk with Anna Housley Juster, an expert in early childhood education, psychology, and clinical social work. Anna has done incredible things in her career, including serving as a content director for Sesame Street. She recently published a children's book called How to Train Your Amygdala that explains how this part of the brain …

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91. Teach Your Kids to Declutter: Practical Advice for Involving the Whole Family with Katy Wells 45:56

5M ago45:56

45:56

I'm joined by Katy Wells, a nationally renowned decluttering expert, mom of two, and host of The Maximized Minimalist podcast. Katy shares her personal journey of how a life-changing car accident led her to take control of her physical environment and the powerful impact it had on her mental well-being. Throughout our conversation, Katy provides pr…

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90. 5 Pillars of Self-Worth Every Child Needs to Thrive with Nellie Harden 35:45

5M ago35:45

35:45

I talk with Nellie Harden, a wife, mother of four daughters, former worth chaser, trauma survivor, author, and speaker in the space of family life and leadership. Nellie is here to share her insights on how we can strategically build a foundation for worth, esteem, and confidence in our children from a young age. Nellie breaks down the five pillars…

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89. Developmental Trauma: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Parenting and Teaching with Stephan Friedrich 44:16

6M ago44:16

44:16

I talk with the founder of Knightlamp Consulting and child trauma specialist, Stephan Friedrich, about the misconceptions around developmental trauma and what actually happens in early childhood that can lead to lasting impacts. Knightlamp is Australia’s leading consultancy in trauma-informed practice and uses their expertise to effect healing, cha…

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88. The Power of Energy and Body Language in Your Child’s Communication with Siris Raquel Rivas-Verdejo 41:19

6M ago41:19

41:19

This week, I’m joined by Siris Raquel Rivas-Verdejo for a fascinating conversation about the deep connection between language, communication, and our bodies. As a coach, speech-language pathologist, learning behavioral specialist, and therapeutic energy worker, Siris brings a unique perspective to helping children build language skills and improve …

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87. How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids: A Peaceful Parenting Approach with Kristina Manning 29:12

6M ago29:12

29:12

This week, I’m joined by school counselor and Peaceful Parent Coach Kristina Manning who is on a mission to help overwhelmed parents stop yelling at their kids. She breaks down the principles of peaceful parenting, highlights the science behind why yelling ultimately doesn’t work, and what we can do instead to teach our kids emotional regulation sk…

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86. Heal Your Child's Stomach Pain: The Surprising Brain-Gut Connection with Dr. Ali Navidi 37:03

7M ago37:03

37:03

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Ali Navidi, a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology. He specializes in innovative treatments for GI disorders using clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy. With his expertise, we dive deep into the brain-gut connection and explore why so many children experience stomach discomf…

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85. The Self-Esteem Doctor's Guide to Raising Confident Kids with Dr. Simone Alicia 36:28

7M ago36:28

36:28

Dr. Simone Alicia noticed that many of the children and adults she worked with struggled with self-esteem issues. She realized that there was a need for a new approach to help people feel good about themselves from the inside out. By combining her background in education, modeling, and later studying neurolinguistic programming (NLP) and divinity, …

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84. 5 Foundational Language Skills Your Toddler Needs for Speech Development with Jill Urbane 34:44

8M ago34:44

34:44

This week, I’m joined by early childhood interventionist, Jill Urbane, as she shares her expertise on toddler speech development. Jill has been working with families for over 25 years, and in that time, she has created a comprehensive system that gives parents the tools they need to encourage their child’s development and set a strong foundation fo…

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83. From Teacher to Entrepreneur: How to Launch a Thriving Reading Coaching Biz 23:31

8M ago23:31

23:31

As recent data shows that a staggering 67% of fourth graders in the United States have fallen behind in reading, Valerie and Amanda are on the front lines combating this crisis. Through the Elite Reading Coach Academy, they have gained the skills and tools to teach children to read using engaging, play-based methods that deliver real results. Hear …

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82. Conquer Parental Comparison Syndrome and Parent at Your Child's Pace with Dr. Joel Warsh 38:00

9M ago38:00

38:00

This week, I sit down with integrative pediatrician Dr. Joel Warsh to discuss his balanced approach to raising resilient kids. While he shares eye-opening data on the state of children's health today, Dr. Warsh focuses on small, gradual changes busy parents can make to nourish their families—no extreme lifestyle overhaul required. Discover how read…

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81. Stop Yelling and Start Connecting with Celia Kibler 47:09

9M ago47:09

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Celia Kibler is a parenting expert with over 45 years of experience. She’s also a bestselling author, international speaker, and founder of the International Day of Calm. Her acclaimed 21 Days to Stop Yelling course is designed to guide you through a journey of self-reflection and practical skill-building to help you replace yelling with constructi…

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80. Basic Financial Literacy for Kids with Anthony Delauney 28:09

10M ago28:09

28:09

Anthony Delauney has been a financial planner for two decades and calls himself the Financial Dadvisor for kids and families. He is the author of five children’s books that focus on financial literacy, with a sixth releasing soon, and is a huge advocate for teaching children the financial know-how they need to make informed decisions now and in the…

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79. Experiential Learning: Reflect, Connect, and Grow with Bryn Lottig 33:51

10M ago33:51

33:51

Bryn Lottig is an educator who uses the wilderness and adventure as a medium to teach children character development. Written for educators, parents, and leaders, her book, No Child Left Inside: Transforming the Next Generation Through Experiential Learning, explores how we can create an experiential learning cycle for kids where they can develop s…

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78. How Do You Want to Grow This Summer? With Kelsey Sorenson 28:09

11M ago28:09

28:09

Welcome to my first co-hosted podcast episode with my dear friend, Kelsey Sorenson. Kelsey is a former teacher, current homeschool mom to three kids, founder of Educate & Rejuvenate, and a certified life coach. She's also the host of the Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Conference: the virtual education event of the year that will have you ready to take…

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77. The Power of Respect: Honoring Children as Individuals with Raffi 22:27

11M ago22:27

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My guest this week is legendary children’s musician and global troubadour, Raffi. In addition to his five-decade-long career as the most popular children’s entertainer in the English-speaking world, Raffi has started a global movement called the Raffi Foundation for Child Honouring, where he shares his philosophy on valuing and respecting children.…

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76. Everyone Is Creative: How Art Improves Our Kids’ Brain Function with Karen DeLoach 44:06

12M ago44:06

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Karen DeLoach grew up directing plays on the playground with no idea that one day she’d make her own independent films and teach others how to do the same. As both a university instructor and a homeschool teacher, Karen has seen how art can impact both physical and mental health firsthand. She also shares some really powerful stories about how art …

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75. Neurodivergence in Children: When a Disability Isn’t Visible with Michelle Steiner 25:30

12M ago25:30

25:30

Michelle Steiner is a writer, speaker, and photographer who writes about living with an invisible disability. She believes knowledge is what helps us all be more supportive of one another, and she’s on the show this week to shed light on identifying invisible disabilities in children. Whether you know someone with a learning disability or are wonde…

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74. IEPs and 504s: What You Need to Know with April Rehrig 27:48

1y ago27:48

27:48

April Rehrig is a mom, school psychologist, and teacher whose collaborative approach combines special education advocacy with real-world strategies that work. She decided to take parents behind the scenes In the world of special education through online workshops and IEP coaching so they can make informed decisions for their children, and she’s her…

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73. Understanding Sensory Processing with Claire Heffron 27:37

1y ago27:37

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Claire Heffron is a pediatric occupational therapist and the co-founder of The Inspired Treehouse where she helps parents and professionals conquer the common developmental roadblocks that come up for kids. Claire is on the podcast this week to help us understand the world of sensory processing. Listen as Claire explains the three lesser-known sens…

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72. Yoga and Mindfulness for Kids with Giselle Shardlow 32:04

1y ago32:04

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There’s so much in the practice of yoga that parents and teachers can use to help kids have amazing experiences. This week, I’m speaking to Giselle Shardlow, an elementary teacher, yoga instructor, and founder of Kids Yoga Stories, to introduce us to the world of yoga for children. Join us as Giselle walks us through the five C’s of kids yoga, and …

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71. How to Help Your Children Become Passionate Lifelong Learners with Neil Rosen 28:21

1y ago28:21

28:21

What does it take for kids to become passionate about learning? How can we as parents encourage this process at home? My guest this week, Neil Rosen, has a forthcoming book called Rediscovering the Village: Classic Strategies to Help Children Develop a Lifelong Love of Learning, and he's joining me to share some smart strategies for creating a lear…

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70. Preventing Abuse: How to Empower and Be Advocates for Our Children with Rachelle Rutherford 33:33

1y ago33:33

33:33

What is the correct way to talk to young children about sexual abuse? How do we prevent our children from being abuse victims? And how can we create a comfortable, shame-free environment for our kids to approach us openly about their experiences? My guest this week is Rachelle Rutherford, the current Mrs World America and Mrs World America Fitness …

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69. The Parent’s Role in Children’s Emotional Regulation with Dr. Cindy Hovington, Ph.D. 38:47

1y ago38:47

38:47

Where do we begin when it comes to equipping our children with healthy emotional regulation skills? Like so many things, it begins with our ability to model the behavior ourselves. My guest on this episode, Dr. Cindy Hovington, is a mom of three, neuroscientist, and expert on children’s emotional health, and she’s here to walk us through our role a…

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68. When Your Kids Are Having a Hard Time: Strategies for Filling Their Emotional Bucket with Jeanne-Marie Paynel 36:51

1y ago36:51

36:51

What do you do when your kids are struggling with big emotions? This week, I'm exploring the topic of emotional regulation and I have the perfect guest to help me do it: Jeanne-Marie Paynel, conscious parenting expert and the host of The Art of Parenting Podcast. Join Jeanne-Marie and me as we discuss why connecting before correcting matters, the i…

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67. From Angry to Empowered: How to Model Anger for Your Kids 9:10

1y ago9:10

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Building our emotional literacy as parents and teachers can have a big impact on our kids, but it’s not always easy. This week, we’re exploring the tricky emotion of anger, and I’m taking tips from Brené Brown’s Altas of the Heart to help you understand how to talk to kids about their anger. Listen in to learn Brené's philosophy on anger and how we…

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66. How to Support Your Child’s Speech Development 24:52

1y ago24:52

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Recently, my nine-year-old started working on her speech at school, and seeing her progress made me reflect on the milestones we’re looking for in our children at different ages. Which speech milestones should your child be reaching between ages two and five? And how can we tell if those milestones are being hit? I’m sharing my insights with you th…

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65. Adapting Your Parenting to Your Child’s Unique Personality with Kate Mason 41:20

1+ y ago41:20

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Personality assessments and temperament indicators are popular tools in the business world, and they can be powerful tools in parenting, too! This week, I'm speaking with Kate Mason, "Australia’s personality coach," who is sharing the benefits of deeply understanding our unique personalities and those of our children. Join us as Kate walks us throu…

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64. A Day in a Reggio Emilia-Inspired Classroom with Jayda Rivera 20:23

1+ y ago20:23

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Jayda Rivera is a teacher at Bloom Learning Center in New York, where the approach is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. This philosophy views children as active participants in their learning journey. Jayda takes us through what a day of preschool looks like in a Reggio Emilia and nature-based classroom. Discover what happens in Jayda’s cla…

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63. Raising Kids with an Unwavering Sense of Self 23:06

1+ y ago23:06

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Human behavior is motivated by the desire to belong, but the challenge is we first need to belong to ourselves before we can ever experience true belonging in a group. To foster belonging, we need to develop a strong and secure sense of self. In this episode, I’m walking you through what this looks like for your children. I unlock the ‘why’ behind …

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62. Serve and Return: 5 Steps in Building the Structure of Your Child’s Brain 12:09

1+ y ago12:09

12:09

In this episode, I’m discussing articles from Harvard University’s Center on the Developing Child, all about Brain Architecture and a key concept called Serve and Return. It explores how, the more sensitive and responsive we are to a child’s ‘serve,’ the more we can provide a rich environment of ‘returns,’ and, as a result, build a sturdy foundatio…

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61. What Is Developmental Movement? With Sukey Molloy 33:02

1+ y ago33:02

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Sukey Molloy was a professional modern dancer in New York City before an injury led her down a different path. She embarked on a career as an award-winning children’s music performer and recording artist, centering her work around movement and sensory play using the philosophy of Developmental Movement first coined by Garland O’Quinn. She’s joining…

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60. Strategies for Greater Communication with Your Children with Kathy Bowers 28:24

1+ y ago28:24

28:24

Do we have the correct expectations when we ask our kids to do something? Are we expecting them to remember multiple things at once and to know the correct order? What are some strategies for timing communication, especially when there’s already tension? And how can we allow our kids to take ownership of certain tasks? This week, I’m speaking to pa…

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59. Harnessing Emotions: The Secret to Achieving Your New Year’s Goals with Bree Nelson 29:16

1+ y ago29:16

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Bree Nelson is a life coach for moms and children who is on a mission to create emotionally intelligent kids. She empowers them to create a life they love, and she’s here this week to offer a goal-setting practice that will transform the way you set goals for 2024. Hear Bree’s top tips for setting and achieving your goals this year, and how these s…

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58. Cultivating Secure Attachment with Sarah Conway 28:47

1+ y ago28:47

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You’re hearing my conversation with child psychologist and parent coach, Sarah Conway. Sarah empowers parents to ditch punitive tactics and embrace brain-based strategies that nurture emotional intelligence. She’s here to illuminate the power of doing emotional regulation work, and why it’s never too late to start. Join us this week for a dose of h…

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57. Celebrating the Planning Playtime Community 25:11

1+ y ago25:11

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As we near the end of the year, I’m bringing together the Planning Playtime team to celebrate our amazing community. Steffani and Kara are joining me on this episode to dive into our favorite community stories that we’ve heard. They’ve both played a huge part in creating our programs and connecting with our members, and we’re here to honor the work…

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56. How to Turn Anxiety into Calm This Holiday Season 16:10

1+ y ago16:10

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The Holiday season tends to be a time of extreme stress and anxiety for most of us. There are long to-do lists, full calendars, visitors, and activities, so it’s no surprise if you’re starting to feel overwhelmed by it all. But did you know that anxiety is contagious and that you might be infecting your children with it? Learn how to cultivate the …

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55. 5 Ways to Get Kids Excited About Giving 17:06

1+ y ago17:06

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Giving is a topic that’s top of mind for most of us as we head into the Holiday season, but it’s also a powerful skill that transcends the festivities. We want our kids to be kind and generous people who have the desire to give throughout their lives, and I’ve discovered some interesting research about teaching our kids how to love the act of givin…

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54. Internal Family Systems Therapy for Kids with Bekkilyn Toone 28:47

1+ y ago28:47

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Internal Family Systems therapy suggests that we all have parts of us that aren’t necessarily our identity. Whether it’s sadness, anger, or anxiety, they aren’t really us, but they all have jobs that they’re doing and need to be heard. To walk us through Internal Family Systems therapy and the practice of personifying our parts, I’m speaking to Bek…

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53. Helping Kids Develop the Habit of Gratitude 13:48

1+ y ago13:48

13:48

Gratitude is a game-changing life skill that all of us can start and improve at any point in our lives. It is a beautiful gift you can give your children right now that will change the way they approach their lives forever, but it all starts with you modeling it for them first because kids learn from what we do more than what we say. Hear what happ…

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52. Teaching Your Child to Read: Homeschool Edition 35:04

1+ y ago35:04

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My guest this week is Hillary Ruprecht, a long-time member of our Planning Playtime community. She’s a mom of one who started homeschooling when her daughter was three and a half years old. Hillary felt inadequate and uncertain about her ability to teach her daughter how to read, and then she found Play to Read, and she’s here to tell us about her …

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51. Creative Ways to Get Kids Excited About Reading with Dr. Victoria Waller 31:21

1+ y ago31:21

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Dr. Victoria Waller is a creative child educator, rockstar tutor, and author of Yes! Your Child Can: Creating Success for Children with Learning Differences. She’s got some amazing insights on helping children with learning differences harness their strengths and build an identity as a reader, and she's sharing them with us today. Join us on this e…

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