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Inclusion Matters80x3 Podcast Series: Focusing on Equity to Create Inclusive and Welcoming Early Childhood Environments - Part 2
Angela Clair, Director of Early Childhood Services at Wilder Child Development Center, joins Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga to share her center's story of rethinking their approach to expulsion with the goal of truly being inclusive. How can we include parents and staff to shift our organizational thinking and practices in our responses to big behaviors so that our doors welcome and support all children to thrive in our early childhood programs?
2024-07-2229 min
Inclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml 80x3 Podcast Series: Focusing on Equity to Create Inclusive and Welcoming Early Childhood Environments - Part 2Angela Clair, Director of Early Childhood Services at Wilder Child Development Center, joins Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga to share her center's story of rethinking their approach to expulsion with the goal of truly being inclusive. How can we include parents and staff to shift our organizational thinking and practices in our responses to big behaviors so that our doors welcome and support all children to thrive in our early childhood programs? 2024-07-2229 minInclusion MattersEssential Elements of Infant and Toddler Environments: Health and SafetyCICC Coach Lead, Jacy Nylander joins Priscilla Weigel to discuss a key topic for our youngest learners, health and safety. Listen to their conversation about ways you can create an environment that is safe, calm, clean, and fresh.
2024-06-2419 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Essential Elements of Infant and Toddler Environments: Health and SafetyCICC Coach Lead, Jacy Nylander joins Priscilla Weigel to discuss a key topic for our youngest learners, health and safety. Listen to their conversation about ways you can create an environment that is safe, calm, clean, and fresh.2024-06-2419 minInclusion Matters80x3 Podcast Series: Focusing on Equity to Create Inclusive and Welcoming Early Childhood Environments - Part 1Join Dr. Nicole Evans from Embracing Equity and Beth Menninga and Priscilla Weigel of CICC as they discuss the central role of equity in creating inclusive early childhood environments. Dr. Evans presents a useful framework for taking action at three levels to promote equity in organizations. Examples are shared of how and where learning organizations identified needs and made changes aimed at creating more equity at the individual, cultural and systems levels. As we think about where to begin a focus on equity in early childhood environments, the group talks about ways to create strong family partnerships as a powe...2024-06-1034 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml 80x3 Podcast Series: Focusing on Equity to Create Inclusive and Welcoming Early Childhood Environments - Part 1Join Dr. Nicole Evans from Embracing Equity and Beth Menninga and Priscilla Weigel of CICC as they discuss the central role of equity in creating inclusive early childhood environments. Dr. Evans presents a useful framework for taking action at three levels to promote equity in organizations. Examples are shared of how and where learning organizations identified needs and made changes aimed at creating more equity at the individual, cultural and systems levels. As we think about where to begin a focus on equity in early childhood environments, the group talks about ways to create strong family partnerships as a powe...2024-06-1034 minInclusion MattersSafety Checks for Your Environment: Tips and TricksListen as Priscilla Weigel and guest Brenda Lowe, CICC Coach Lead, discuss an important health and safety topic. They walk through the daily process of checking your child care environment for safety dangers that can cause harm to children and adults. The conversation walks through some tips and tricks for making this process smooth and key to your daily routine.
2024-06-0424 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Safety Checks for Your Environment: Tips and TricksListen as Priscilla Weigel and guest Brenda Lowe, CICC Coach Lead, discuss an important health and safety topic. They walk through the daily process of checking your child care environment for safety dangers that can cause harm to children and adults. The conversation walks through some tips and tricks for making this process smooth and key to your daily routine. 2024-06-0424 minInclusion MattersBuilding Weight Inclusive and Weight Neutral Practices with ChildrenListen as Priscilla Weigel interviews our guest, Alyssa Greene, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Eating Disorder Specialist, and currently at the Minnesota Department of Health in the Children and Youth with Special Health Needs and Disabilities Division. Alyssa shares some key practices that can help set children up for a healthy view of their own bodies, acceptance of all body sizes and shapes, and how we as parents and professionals can advocate for people of all body sizes in your space whether that is children or adults.
2024-05-2930 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Building Weight Inclusive and Weight Neutral Practices with ChildrenListen as Priscilla Weigel interviews our guest, Alyssa Greene, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Eating Disorder Specialist, and currently at the Minnesota Department of Health in the Children and Youth with Special Health Needs and Disabilities Division. Alyssa shares some key practices that can help set children up for a healthy view of their own bodies, acceptance of all body sizes and shapes, and how we as parents and professionals can advocate for people of all body sizes in your space whether that is children or adults. 2024-05-2930 minInclusion MattersEvery Child Can FlyPlease Join Priscilla Weigel as she talks with Jani Kozlowski, Technical Assistance Specialist at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Jani shares her story and what led her to write her book, Every Child Can Fly: An Early Childhood Educator's Guide to Inclusion.
Additional Resources Related to this podcast:
Jani’s website: www.everychildcanfly.com
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https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/every-child-can-fly-an-early-childhood-educators-guide-to-inclusion
Research and Studies on Inclusion: https://ectacenter.org/topics/inclusion/research.asp
...2024-05-1628 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Every Child Can FlyPlease Join Priscilla Weigel as she talks with Jani Kozlowski, Technical Assistance Specialist at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Jani shares her story and what led her to write her book, Every Child Can Fly: An Early Childhood Educator's Guide to Inclusion. Additional Resources Related to this podcast:Jani’s website: www.everychildcanfly.com Every Child Can Fly: An Early Childhood Educator's Guide to Inclusion https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/every-child-can-fly-an-early-childhood-educators-guide-to-inclusion Research and Studies on Inclusionhttps://ectacenter.org/topics/inclusion/research.asp Indicators of High-Quality Inclusio...2024-05-1628 minInclusion MattersWhen to Exclude Children from Child Care Due to IllnessOur guest Sarah Hawley of Minnesota Child Care Health Consultants is back again for another episode to support healthy child care settings. Priscilla Weigel and Sarah discuss the common illnesses that require exclusion from child care settings and why. Policies and communication with families and staff are also discussed as well as illness that does not require exclusion.2023-01-1923 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml When to Exclude Children from Child Care Due to IllnessOur guest Sarah Hawley of Minnesota Child Care Health Consultants is back again for another episode to support healthy child care settings. Priscilla Weigel and Sarah discuss the common illnesses that require exclusion from child care settings and why. Policies and communication with families and staff are also discussed as well as illness that does not require exclusion. 2023-01-1923 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Utilizing the MACMH Toolkit for Healing-Centered PracticeIn this episode, Priscilla Weigel talks with MACMH Infant & Early Childhood Director Lauren Moberg about work the MN Association for Children’s Mental Health has been doing as a part of the MN Preschool Development Grant to support professionals in early care and education in their working with young children and families who have experienced stress and trauma.
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2022-07-1424 minInclusion MattersThe Impact of Stress on Young Children: Part 1Join host Priscilla Weigel as she talks with guest Dr. Molly Harney about the impact of stress on young children. In part one of this two-part conversation, they discuss the three types of stress and some of the signs we may notice when children are in distress due to toxic levels of stress in their lives.2021-03-3119 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml The Impact of Stress on Young Children Part 1Join host Priscilla Weigel as she talks with guest Dr. Molly Harney about the impact of stress on young children. In part one of this two-part conversation they discuss the three types of stress and some of the signs we may notice when children are in distress due to toxic levels of stress in their lives. 2021-03-2519 minInclusion MattersBenefits of Music on children's developmentListen as Priscilla Weigel and her guest Dianna Babcock of MacPhail Center for Music chat about the way music can enhance learning. They discuss the benefits music has on a young child’s overall development, specifically emotional regulation, working memory, and attention, which supports school readiness and overall executive functioning.2021-01-2014 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Benefits of Music on Children's DevelopmentListen as Priscilla Weigel and her guest Dianna Babcock of MacPhail Center for Music chat about the way music can enhance learning. They discuss the benefits music has on a young child’s overall development, specifically emotional regulation, working memory, and attention, which supports school readiness and overall executive functioning.2021-01-2014 minInclusion MattersNEW SPIN ON CHALLENGING BEHAVIORSCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel layout a three-pronged approach for setting staff up for success when it comes to children’s behavior challenges. We know that children experiment with behaviors as a way to grow and learn so preparing for what will inevitably occur is a good tool in preventing staff anxiety when issues arise. We will talk about Plan, Prepare, and Support!2020-10-0512 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Strategies for Successful TransitionsThere are specific things you can do to improve the way your group moves through the transitions present in your schedule. Brenda Lowe shares these with Priscilla Weigel in this podcast.2020-04-1400 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml The Importance of Planned TransitionsPlanning is essential when you are setting children up to move through a transition. Priscilla Weigel and Brenda Lowe discuss three steps to help you determine if a transition needs to stay or go in the schedule of your day.2020-04-1409 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Change Happens-- Transitions within your Child Care SettingPriscilla Weigel and Brenda Lowe discuss the need for transitions as a planned part of the day. The two share about the behaviors that can occur during a transitions and how understanding and observation can help you decide whether all of your transitions are necessary.2020-04-1410 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Inclusion Part 2- Promoting a Sense of BelongingWhat do you need to have in place to welcome and provide nurturing care to all children? Priscilla Weigel and CICC coach Kris Hellwig walk through some of the essential components that create success for all children, regardless of their needs. They discuss ways to set up your environment, teach tools and activities, and answer questions honestly and clearly. 2020-04-1409 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Inclusion Part 1- The Foundation of Our PracticePriscilla Weigel and CICC Inclusion Coach Kris Hellwig discuss ways that you can build an inclusive foundation in your child care setting. Kris shares her perspective as a seasoned coach and as a parent of a child with special needs, allowing the listener insight into both sides of this important relationship of care. The two expand on the importance of acknowledging differences and discuss ways you can do that through modeling and reassurance.2020-04-1409 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Center for Inclusive Child Care Coaching Part 3- Continuous QualityPriscilla Weigel wraps up this three part series highlighting the CICC coaching process with guests, Dana Ellingson and Jackie Johnson, both CICC coaches. They review the coaching model and discuss the way a coaching partnership wraps up. Relationships of support are emphasized throughout the coaching process so the three converse about how those essential relationships are sustained and how the CICC Continuous Quality Improvement Plan plays a major role in building long term sustainability of new skills and strategies.2020-03-1109 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Center for Inclusive Child Care Coaching Part 2- Goals and Action PlanIn part two of her conversation with CICC coaches Dana Ellingson and Jackie Johnson, Priscilla Weigel asks about goal setting and mapping out the plan for success in the coaching relationship. The CICC Continuous Quality Improvement Plan is highlighted. 2020-03-1110 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Center for Inclusive Child Care Coaching Part 1- Building RelationshipsPriscilla Weigel begins a three part conversation with two CICC coaches, Dana Ellingson and Jackie Johnson. They discuss the CICC coaching process in both a center-based and family child care setting and how the first connections build a supportive partnership.2020-03-0910 min
Politics with Amy WalterPolitics with Amy Walter: Behind the New Hampshire PrimaryOn Tuesday, voters in New Hampshire will cast their votes in the first primary contest of the 2020 election. Typically, the candidate who emerged as the winner in Iowa would slingshot to New Hampshire where the momentum picks up or gets checked, but a delay in the final tally has muddled the outlook.
Priscilla Thompson, 2020 campaign embed with NBC and Josh Rogers, Politics Reporter at New Hampshire Public Radio join Politics with Amy Walter to discuss.
Executive Director of the New Hampshire Democratic Party, Amy Kennedy, weighed in on how The Party plans on engaging the state...2020-02-0741 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Teamwork in the Child Care Setting- Planning AheadPriscilla Weigel is joined by colleagues Beth Menninga and Brenda Lowe to continue the conversation related to creating a supportive team. The discussion centers around ways to plan for coordination and building a teamwork approach to care for young children.2020-02-0409 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Teamwork in the Child Care Setting- Building Routines that Support SuccessDuring this podcast, Priscilla Weigel talks with CICC team members, Beth Menninga and Brenda Lowe about building routines of support for adults who provide care to children in child care settings. How do we plan for each day? What does a shared task schedule look like and what does it need to include?2020-02-0409 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Child Care Aware: Seeking Child Care--The Provider PerspectiveLicensed child care providers in Minnesota can make sure that they are providing updated information about their child care setting to families by using the Business Update Tool. Deb Spaeth and Priscilla Weigel walk through the process. 2019-12-1709 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Child Care Aware- Families Seeking Child Care for Children with Unique NeedsDeb Spaeth continues the conversation with Priscilla Weigel and they discuss the resources available for families searching for a good child care fit for their child with unique needs.2019-12-1709 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Partnering with Parents--Healthy and Supportive BoundariesMichele Fallon, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, joins Priscilla Weigel to continue their discussion about partnering with families. The focus of this podcast communicates the way healthy boundaries relate to the significant partnership with a parent. Tips are shared for ways to build connection.2019-12-1710 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Partnering with Parents--Building a Supportive RelationshipPriscilla Weigel spends time with Michele Fallon, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant discussing the essential connection with families when you are caring for young children. The two examine ways to provide parents the opportunity to be heard and supported, in order to build healthy foundations.2019-12-1709 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Partnering with Parents--Cultivating A RelationshipMichelle Fallon, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, joins Priscilla Weigel to discuss the ways in which child care providers can promote healthy parent/child and family relationships and how the quality of the relationship between parents and providers can impact the child. 2019-11-0510 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Release of InformationWhen developing policies around confidential information what type of documentation do you need to have in place to ensure that it is secure? Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss key components of a Consent to Release Information Form that you should have in place.2019-06-2509 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Data Privacy and ConfidentialityCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss scenarios that come up in a child care setting related to confidential data. What is appropriate for you to share? The hosts examine the essential factors necessary to review when gathering and sharing private data. 2019-06-2510 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Questions from a Parent--Literacy and School ReadinessCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel field questions from the parent of a preschooler. They explain how everyday activities are developing pre-literacy skills helping to prepare children for kindergarten. 2019-06-2510 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml For Parents--Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel use this podcast to help equip parents searching for child care options when they have a child with unique needs. They discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act and supports related to that law as well as ways that parents can begin the relationship with a potential child care provider using open ended questions to gather the necessary information to set their child up for success.2019-05-2109 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Setting Up the Environment to Meet the Physical Needs of All Children: Part ThreePriscilla Weigel and Vicki Thrasher Cronin end this series with an overview of ways to support parents understanding of their child"s temperament and learning style and how more activity infused through the day can be beneficial. They also discuss building that supportive relationship with parents and how they can help facilitate positive change long term through referral and evaluation.2019-05-2115 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Setting Up the Environment to Meet the Physical Needs of All Children: Part TwoPriscilla Weigel and Vicki Thrasher Cronin continue their discussion of providing more physical movement by discussing what was needed to change the existing space and how the whole center helped make this idea a reality.2019-05-2116 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Setting Up the Environment to Meet the Physical Needs of All Children: Part OnePriscilla Weigel and special guest Vicki Thrasher Cronin discuss a child care setting that needed help with providing more physical activity and space for the children in their care. This three part series walks through the process of transformation. Part 1 of this series focuses on the need for this group of children to participate in more rough and tumble play and how the process of creating these opportunities began.2019-05-2116 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Part TwoCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel continue their discussion about the Americans with Disabilities Act and child care programming, including effective inclusion strategies for children with special needs.2019-03-1313 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Part OneCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss what the Americans with Disabilities Act is and what features of the civil rights law pertain to early childhood professionals and their child care programs. Haga clic aquí para ver una transcripción en español2019-03-1313 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Curriculum from the Perspective of Infants and Toddlers: Part ThreeIn part 3 of this three part series of podcasts on infant and toddler curriculum, Cindy Croft, Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga describe three important learning contexts and the use of a cycle of planning, observing and adapting to implement curriculum.2019-03-0712 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Curriculum from the Perspective of Infants and Toddlers: Part TwoIn Part 2 of this three part series of podcasts on infant and toddler curriculum, Cindy Croft, Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga describe how three key developmental tasks can inform curriculum planning.2019-03-0713 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Curriculum from the Perspective of Infants and Toddlers: Part OneIn Part 1 of this three part series of podcasts on infant and toddler curriculum, Cindy Croft, Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga discuss unique aspects of infant and toddler learning.2019-03-0711 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Sensory Processing from an Occupational Therapy LensIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel talk with Gina Gibson, Occupational Therapist, Fraser, Minnesota, about what sensory processing can look like in a young child and how the child care environment can support sensory needs of young children.2018-11-1230 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Sensory Processing--Evaluation ProcessIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel talk with Gina Gibson, Occupational Therapist, Fraser, Minnesota, about what the evaluation process for sensory processing looks for a young child.2018-11-1230 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Weighted Objects and Deep Touch InputIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel talk with Gina Gibson, Occupational Therapist, Fraser, Minnesota, about guidelines for using weighted objects and other sensory interventions with young children.2018-11-1230 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml How Does Occupational Therapy Help Children?In this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel talk with Gina Gibson, Occupational Therapist, Fraser, Minnesota, about what occupational therapy is and how an OT works with children around self care skills, sensory needs, and fine motor development. 2018-11-1230 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Introducing the Infant Toddler Specialist Network ManagerCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome the Center for Inclusive Child Care’s new team member Beth Menninga, Infant Toddler Specialist Network program manager and manager of our Relationship Based Professional Development supports. Beth shares about the way our coaches can enhance quality infant and toddler care in family child care settings as well as center based environments.2018-09-0630 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Infants and Language DevelopmentCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel continue their conversation with CICC’s Beth Menninga. The focus of this podcast is on language development in our youngest learners. Beth shares about essential ways we all can support a healthy foundation of communication by cueing in to the very simplest interactions and body language of infants. Joint Attention, parallel talk and self-talk are discussed.2018-09-0600 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Using Visual Supports in Early Childhood Programs: Part TwoIn part 2 of this series on effective use of visual supports in the child care setting, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel share simple ways to develop and use visual supports for infants and toddlers. They discuss the way these tools support language and learning for our youngest children.
2018-08-1309 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Using Visual Supports in Early Childhood Programs: Part OneIn this two part series on effective use of visual supports, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss the importance of using visuals when creating a positive social emotional and cognitive learning environment for young children. Examples and strategies for introducing and implementing a visual schedule and other visual supports in the early childhood setting are given.2018-08-1312 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Biting Concerns with Infants and Toddlers: Part TwoIn Part 2 of the series on biting behaviors, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will offer strategies for both prevention and intervention of biting in early childhood programs.2018-06-0411 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Biting Concerns with Infants and Toddlers: Part OneIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will look at the reasons behind infant and toddler biting behaviors from a development lens.2018-06-0411 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Family & Caregiver Partnerships--Infants & ToddlersIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss the importance of building a strong partnership between families and your child care program to benefit infants and toddlers ongoing development. We will include strategies for building relationships.
2018-06-0412 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Prevention of Expulsion in Early Childhood: Part ThreeIn the final podcast on expulsion, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will talk about proactive steps to prevent expulsion from occurring2018-05-0109 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Prevention of Expulsion in Early Childhood: Part TwoAs we continue a conversation about expulsion in early childhood, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will describe the unique Minnesota program called Inclusion Coaching offered through the Center for Inclusive Child Care. This program is a support that can help prevent expulsion and suspension.2018-05-0112 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Prevention of Expulsion in Early Childhood: Part OneIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel begin a three-part series on what expulsion means in early childhood and how it affects children and families.2018-05-0110 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Children's Theatre Company--Using Storytelling to Enhance Development: Part ThreeCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel wrap up their series with Maria Asp and Laura Mann Hill from the Children’s Theatre by focusing on ways early childhood professionals can infuse their settings with storytelling. They share ideas for dramatic play, numerous ways to explore and show feelings, and ways to use open ended questions to encourage children to tell their own stories. You can use these same strategies in your program to help children increase language skills and confidence in their own 'stories'.2017-03-2015 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Children's Theatre Company--Using Storytelling to Enhance Development: Part TwoIn part two of our podcast on storytelling, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome Maria Asp and Laura Mann Hill. They share information about the Early Bridges program and the research they have done with the Center for Early Education and Development at the University of Minnesota to track the growth of literacy skills, social emotional skills, language usage, and play. Their enthusiasm for helping children learn to tell their own stories will fill you with joy!2017-03-1913 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Children's Theatre Company--Using Storytelling to Enhance Development: Part OneCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome special guests from the Children's Theatre, Maria Asp, Neighborhood Bridging Director and Laura Mann Hill, Early Bridges Manager. In Part 1 of the three part series they share about their Early Bridges program It is an early childhood literacy program that uses storytelling and creative drama to promote language development and school readiness skills. Children may start with small steps in telling their own stories but with support, they become amazing storytellers!2017-03-1813 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Questions from a First Time Parent: Part ThreeInclusion Matters hosts Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel begin a 3-part series sharing conversation with a young mom, Kimberly, who is first-time parent of a toddler. She asks the hosts questions about development, screen time, sleep, bedtime and nap routines, and mealtimes. Cindy and Priscilla share their answers using information from the latest research and they also share resources that can provide listeners with more information.2017-03-1114 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Questions from a First Time Parent: Part TwoInclusion Matters hosts Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel begin a 3-part series sharing conversation with a young mom, Kimberly, who is first-time parent of a toddler. She asks the hosts questions about development, screen time, sleep, bedtime and nap routines, and mealtimes. Cindy and Priscilla share their answers using information from the latest research and they also share resources that can provide listeners with more information.2017-03-1015 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Questions from a First Time Parent: Part OneInclusion Matters hosts Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel begin a 3-part series sharing conversation with a young mom, Kimberly, who is first-time parent of a toddler. She asks the hosts questions about development, screen time, sleep, bedtime and nap routines, and mealtimes. Cindy and Priscilla share their answers using information from the latest research and they also share resources that can provide listeners with more information.2017-03-0915 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Help Me Grow Part 2-- When I make a referral, what happens next?Join Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel as they continue their discussion with Jayne Cox-Lindsey, Early Childhood Referral In-Take Specialist. Jayne shares with our listeners the next steps that occur once a child enters the Help Me Grow referral process. An example of a referral success story is shared by Jayne which points out the collaborative process that create success for a child and a family.2017-03-0813 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Help Me Grow Part 1-- What is it and when should I refer a child?Join Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel as they talk with special guest Jayne Cox-Lindsey, Early Childhood Referral In-Take Specialist. Jayne shares information of the roll of Help Me Grow in our state, the referral process, who should be referred, and why child care providers are a critical piece of the early intervention process.2017-03-0715 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Motor Development of Toddlers--What to Expect and When to be Concerned (Part 2)In the second part of our series on Infant and Toddler Development Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel continue their discussion of fine and gross motor milestones looking at the amazing period of 12 month-24 months. This time of incredible growth in physical skills sets the foundation for exploration, learning and peer interaction. Information about typical skills is shared as well as those things that cause us as caregivers to be concerned. The hosts share ways to encourage physical development through our interaction and engagement with toddlers.2017-03-0415 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Motor Development of Infants--What to Expect and When to be Concerned (Part 1)In the first part of our series on Infant and Toddler Development Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss critical milestones in an infant’s fine and gross motor development. Our hosts discuss common things to look for at the stages of 3 months through 1 year and highlight some concerns that would require further investigation. We will also talk about the ways child care providers and parents can encourage physical development at this important age.2017-03-0317 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Language Development of Toddlers--What to Expect and When to be Concerned: Part TwoIn the second part of our series on Infant and Toddler Development Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel continue their discussion of language milestones looking at the amazing period of 12 month-24 months. This time of incredible growth in communication skills sets the foundation for later learning and social interaction. Information about typical skills is shared as well as those things that cause us as caregivers to be concerned. The hosts share ways to encourage language through our interaction and engagement with toddlers.2017-03-0114 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Language Development of Infants--What to Expect and When to be Concerned: Part OneIn the first part of our series on Infant and Toddler Development Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss critical milestones in an infant’s language development. Our hosts discuss common things to look for at the stages of 3 months through 1 year and highlight some concerns that would require further investigation. We will also talk about the ways child care providers and parents can encourage language development at this important age.2017-02-2813 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Understanding Learning Disabilities--Inclusion Strategies for Meeting Learning NeedsCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel wrap up this four part podcast series with Martha Moriarty and Mary Beth Kelley of the Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota by discussing useful inclusion strategies for children who may have behavioral characteristics of ADHD or learning disabilities. Mary Beth shares many of the ways a setting can be adapted to meet the learning needs of all children and especially support those who struggle with language or attention.2017-02-2710 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Part ThreeMary Beth Kelley and Martha Moriarty share common red flags for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and who should make the diagnosis. Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel facilitate the conversation with their guests and discuss common misconceptions between a learning disability and ADHD. ADHD as a disorder is defined and the process of a diagnosis is covered based on the criteria in the DSM-V.2017-02-2610 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Understanding Learning Disabilities: An Overview of Learning Disabilities and Diagnosis: Part TwoCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome guests Martha Moriarty and Mary Beth Kelley from the Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota for further discussion on what a learning disability may look like in young children. We will also discuss what the road to diagnosis can look like for families.2017-02-2515 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Understanding Learning Disabilities--Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota: Part OneCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome special guests Martha Moriarty and Mary Beth Kelley from the Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota. This podcast series begins with an overview of services that this organization provides to children and adults of all ages in Minnesota.2017-02-2409 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Ten Guidelines for Effective Discipline of Young Children: Part OneIn this Podcast Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss the difference between punishment and discipline. Our hosts share the ways we as caregivers can support learning in children by using positive guidance and discipline techniques. Reasons to focus on positive discipline techniques are discussed.2017-02-2211 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Therapeutic Language--Language that Regulates: Part TwoIn the second part of our series on using therapeutic language with young children, Colleen Dockendorf is a guest speaker with Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel. She will discuss specific ways to use therapeutic language as a philosophical framework to help you transform your interactions with children. Please listen for some practical ways to promote emotional literacy in young children, particularly those who need to communicate 'big' feelings.2017-02-2113 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Therapeutic Language--Language that Regulates: Part OneCindy Croft, Priscilla Weigel and guest Colleen Dockendorf discuss this positive and intentional tool for calming dysregulation in young children. In the two-part podcast series, we will discuss the definition of therapeutic language and how benefits children in their social emotional development. In particular, we will discuss situations where our words can diffuse a situation for young children and help them feel safe and secure.2017-02-2012 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Encouragement and Effective Praise: Part OneIn the first part of a two-part series on praise and effective encouragement for young children, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will examine why it is important to use words that encourage a sense of accomplishment and competence in children. Why do we praise children? What makes for effective interchanges? Please listen for tips and tools for talking with your children.2017-02-1112 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Six Acquired Strengths for Children’s Mental Health--Awareness, Tolerance, and Respect: Part ThreeIn the final podcast of Dr. Perry’s Six Acquired Strengths, Priscilla Weigel and Cindy Croft will offer strategies for promoting awareness, tolerance, and respect in young children as they grow, develop, and reach their full potential. We want children to have friends, accept differences, and appreciate diversity in their world. The early childhood community can do many things to support children in these important emotional milestones.2017-01-2310 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Six Acquired Strengths for Children’s Mental Health--Attachment: Part OneIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will discuss children’s mental health and Dr. Bruce Perry’s Six Acquired Strengths for emotional development in young children. We begin the discussion with attachment as the foundation for a child’s positive mental health. Listen to discover ways that early educators can build the responsive relationship by tuning in to children.2017-01-2108 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml New Spin on Challenging BehaviorsCindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel lay out a three-pronged approach for setting staff up for success when it comes to children’s behavior challenges. We know that children experiment with behaviors as a way to grow and learn so preparing for what will inevitably occur is a good tool in preventing staff anxiety when issues arise. We will talk about Plan, Prepare, and Support!2017-01-2014 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Creativity--Looking for Children’s CuesIn this podcast, Priscilla Weigel and Cindy Croft will discuss children who can present challenges to us by their engagement. Some children are eager to participate in activities and others may need social prompting and encouragement in order to join in the fun. Children show creativity in many ways that can differ from our ideas; we need to read their cues to see when they need some help and when we need to follow their lead!2017-01-1914 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Frogs, Snails, and Puppy Dog TailsIn this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel will talk about little boys in early childhood programs. What do they need to be successful and how do educators use their skills to engage them? Boys are a frequent topic when it comes to inclusion consultation; we will share some tips on “What little boys are made of”.2017-01-1512 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Intro to Temperaments--How are Children Wired?We will begin a series of podcasts on the major temperament traits that can relate to challenging behaviors at times. In the first podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel talk about how temperament traits impact each of us as adults including our perceptions and relationships. When we consider children, we need to realize that they also come to us with a unique blend of the 10 temperament traits that influence their interactions with others. The more we understand ourselves and the children we work with, the more likely we will be to avoid some of the challenges that come with...2017-01-0814 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Families--The Process of Grief and Loss of Dreams (Conclusion)In the final session in this series, Priscilla Weigel and Cindy Croft will offer insights into some of the responses that may come from a family when they are told there are red flags in their child’s development. As parents grapple with developmental information, they will need ongoing support and understanding from the early educator and program staff. We can be an important partner in a journey that is just beginning.2017-01-0214 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Sharing Concerns with Families--Having the Conversation: Part ThreeIn part 3 of our series on Sharing Concerns with Families, Priscilla Weigel and Cindy Croft discuss the sensitive topic of talking to a family about their child’s development. This is often one of the hardest jobs an early educator will undertake but it is critically important for the child for whom early intervention can make a world of difference. We will talk about ways to share developmental information and continue building the important relationship between parent and caregiver.2016-12-3012 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml When Concerns Arise--What are Red Flags for Developmental Concerns: Part TwoIn part two of this series on developmental concerns, we will define what a red flag means as we observe a child’s development. Is it one behavior or a cluster of behaviors? In addition, we will discuss the impact culture may have on developmental milestones as we consider red flags for developmental concerns. Our inclusion consultant, Priscilla Weigel, will share examples from her work with young children.2016-12-2711 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Who’s in Control and Why Does it Matter?In this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss the struggle that can sometimes arise between the early educator and a child in finding the balance between limit setting and power struggle. Some children can literally ‘run’ the program—how does this happen and how does the staff regain control? Priscilla shares some real life examples that can help shift the balance again.2016-12-2214 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Play--Helping Children Who are Ignored or Rejected by Peers: Part FourIn this concluding podcast on play concerns, we will look at some of the reasons a child might be ‘forgotten’ by his peers or even rebuffed when trying to join in play. Inclusion consultant Priscilla Weigel will share tools for the early educator to help the group include one another and build an atmosphere of acceptance.2016-12-2112 minInclusion Mattershttps://www.inclusivechildcare.org/InclusionMattersItunes.xml Play--Helping Children Who Won’t Stay or Won’t Leave: Part TwoBuilding on the foundation of play skills from Part One, this podcast will examine children who can’t seem to settle into play activities or, conversely, the child who doesn’t want to leave a center or a particular toy. How can the early educator intervene to ensure that a child feels safe and secure but also is building important peer relationships? Inclusion consultant Priscilla Weigel will share some strategies that can help children settle into play.2016-12-1908 min