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Tiny Talks on Early Learning

Gulf Regional Early Childhood Services

Welcome to "Tiny Talks on Early Learning," a podcast committed to exploring the world of early childhood education. I am your host, Jessica Stinson. Join me, along with my colleagues and special guests, as we break down the complexities of child's play and lift up the professionals who teach our youngest learners.Whether you're seeking parenting wisdom, professional growth, or simply a deeper understanding of the early learning landscape, "Tiny Talks on Early Learning" promises engaging discussions that resonate with both the heart and the mind. Click the "follow" button and join us on a journey to empower the next generation through knowledge, empathy, and thoughtful guidance. Together, we're shaping the dialogue and embracing the power of learning.

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64 episodes

  1. The Senses That Move Us: Vestibular and Propreoceptive Development 40:24
  2. More Than Letters: A Whole Child Approach to Literacy 45:11
  3. The Beauty of the Work 48:32
  4. Before the Headlines: How Everyday Adults Can Change a Child's Story 46:08
  5. "Just" - The Most Dangerous Word in ECE 19:41
  6. What Young Children Need Most 24:44
  7. Partners In Success 36:27
  8. The Future We Want for Our Children 21:20
  9. Healing the Past: Talking to Young Children About Hard History 30:02
  10. It Takes a Village: The Alabama Way of Helping Families Thrive 32:13
  11. Raising Children In Community: Faith, Family and Cultural Values 37:05
  12. The Front Porch Tradition: Storytelling as Early Learning 29:04
  13. Roots and Routes: How Alabama's History Shapes Today's Families 27:35
  14. Autism Across Contexts: Early Learning, Family Life and Community Supports 56:42
  15. Why Transitions Trigger Meltdowns 46:11
  16. Making Time and Space for Physical Activity In Early Childhood Programs 39:28
  17. Engaging Our Sensory Systems 32:24
  18. "I'm Here!" Creating Arrival Routines that Feel Good for Everyone 35:44
  19. The Power of Policy in Early Education 35:13
  20. Digging In! Cultivating Curiosity Through Gardening and Biodiversity 40:58
  21. What's Working (And What's Not) In Today's Workplace 33:10
  22. Listen to the Room: Tiny Talks LIVE with Alabama's Early Childhood Voices 28:13
  23. The Appreciation Advantage: What Every Leader Needs to Know 30:45
  24. The Gift of Risk: Building Confidence Through Outdoor Play 30:02
  25. Wiggles Welcome! Using Movement to Build Reading Brains 24:04
  26. Green Doesn't Mean Pricey: Designing Outdoor Spaces on a Budget 30:38
  27. Inclusion of Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Environments 32:33
  28. Good Isn't Good Enough: Striving for Greatness in Education 28:58
  29. Outdoor Play Problems: What's Really Getting In the Way? 33:27
  30. From the Frontlines of Early Learning: Real Talk About Play 21:05
  31. Respect the Role: Shifting How We Show Up in Early Ed 33:35
  32. Educational Media: How APT Supports Early Learning at Home and in the Classroom 27:37
  33. Leading the Way: Building Trust and Inspiring Teams 43:06
  34. Tackling Transitions with Toddlers 28:17
  35. Quality Counts: How QRIS Supports Continuous Improvement in Early Learning 30:55
  36. Noticing, Naming and Navigating Emotions 33:00
  37. Safe Screens and Sound Minds 22:56
  38. Collaborating with Families to Support Children with Autism 43:28
  39. Building Better Programs in 2025 29:52
  40. How to Harness the Holiday Spirit to Build Connections 30:03
  41. Gather Around! The Positive Impacts of Family-Style Dining 29:28
  42. Casting a Vote for Our Children's Future 27:27
  43. A Season for Everyone: Inclusive Holiday Practices for Families and Educators 23:47
  44. Creativity Without Breaking the Bank 32:51
  45. Season 2 Announcement! 4:01
  46. Why Play Works in the Art Area 29:06
  47. Why Play Works in the Block Area 34:35
  48. Why We Play 25:21
  49. Emotionally Empowered: Tools and Techniques for Teaching Emotional Intelligence to Young Children 29:52
  50. Socialization for Infants and Toddlers 30:24