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Early Ed. Talks with Dr. Char

Early Ed. Talks with Dr. Char

39 episodes

Severe Allergies in Children Part 2

Doreen Goolsbey discusses her new book 'Where Could Your Allergy Be Hiding'. Doreen discusses the struggle to have her young daughter's allergies diagnosed and then the journey through hospitals and doctor offices while navigating the school system. Part 2. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Oct 3, 201929 min

Severe Allergies in Children Part 1

Doreen Goolsbey discusses her new book 'Where Could Your Allergy Be Hiding'. Doreen discusses the struggle to have her young daughter's allergies diagnosed and then the journey through hospitals and doctor offices while navigating the school system. Part 1. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Oct 3, 201929 min

Protecting Children from TV, Movies and too much Technology Part 2

Dr. Char discusses how we should all be aware of ways to protect our children from TV, movies, Internet and technology in our fast paced society. Part 2. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Aug 21, 201928 min

Protecting Children from TV, Movies and too much Technology Part 1

Dr. Char discusses how we should all be aware of ways to protect our children from TV, movies, Internet and technology in our fast paced society. Part 1. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Aug 21, 201927 min

Should Children Earn Allowances for Home Tasks Part 2

When you teach your child to do a chore or a task, you are giving them a strong work ethic that will last them a lifetime, but should it include an allowance? Dr. Char discusses the pros and cons of an allowance. Part 2. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Aug 21, 201928 min

Should Children Earn Allowances for Home Tasks Part 1

When you teach your child to do a chore or a task, you are giving them a strong work ethic that will last them a lifetime, but should it include an allowance? Dr. Char discusses the pros and cons of an allowance. Part 1. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Aug 21, 201928 min

Dual Language Curriculum Part 2

Priscilla Hernandez, director of the Treehouse Academy in the Dominican Republic, visits the studio to discuss the continuation of developing Zoo-phonics based dual language education curriculum for early childhood education. Part 2 of 2. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Aug 21, 201929 min

Dual Language Curriculum Part 1

Priscilla Hernandez, director of the Treehouse Academy in the Dominican Republic, visits the studio to discuss the continuation of developing Zoo-phonics based dual language curriculum for early childhood education. Part 1 of 2. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 18, 201925 min

Giving Young Children Tasks Around the House Part 1

Help set your children or students up for success by assigning age appropriate tasks and responsibilities to help nurture independent thinking, self-reliance and development of fine motor skills. Part 1 Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 15, 201928 min

How to Raise Strong Resilient Males Part 3

We want to grow strong, resilient males who have the courage and confidence to reach their full potential. Part 3 Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 15, 201930 min

How to Raise Strong Resilient Males Part 2

We want to grow strong, resilient males who have the courage and confidence to reach their full potential. Part 2 Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 15, 201927 min

How to Raise Strong Resilient Males Part 1

We want to grow strong, resilient males who have the courage and confidence to reach their full potential. Part 1 Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 15, 201931 min

Raising Strong Girls Part 2

Dr. Char discusses raising strong and courageous girls and how we can prepare them to become strong leaders. Part 2 in the series. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 1, 201927 min

Raising Strong Girls Part 1

Dr. Char discusses raising strong and courageous girls and how we can prepare them to become strong leaders. Part 1 in the series. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 1, 201928 min

Raising Strong Children Part 2

What teachers and parents can do to raise strong children in our ever changing society. Part two of a two part series. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jul 1, 201930 min

Raising Strong Children Part 1

What teachers and parents can do to raise strong children in our ever changing society. Part one of a two part series. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 19, 201928 min

Not Your Normal Tantrums Part 2

Dr. Char discusses continues on ways to communicate and understanding aggressive toddlers and preschoolers. Not your normal "tantrums" but those young ones that seem to have extra aggression that they don't know how to express appropriately. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201928 min

Boys vs Girls

Dr. Char will discuss the differences that come when teaching young boys vs young girls in early education. Some research as to why boys seem to be so much more to handle and how can we help keep them on track academically. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201930 min

Not Your Normal Tantrums

Dr. Char discusses ways to communicate and understanding aggressive toddlers. Not your normal "terrible twos", but those young ones that seem to have extra aggression that they don't know how to express appropriately. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201931 min

Child Behavior Pt.3 - How to talk to your child(ren)

Most adults would agree that we could at times want to pull our hair out trying to communicate with our children; Dr. Char is here to help! Clues and insight to what works and what doesn't when trying to talk to your kids. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201931 min

In The News with Zoo

Hear the most current happenings with Zoo-phonics and Dr. Char's mission to teach the world to read, write, and spell! Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201931 min

Child Behavior Pt. 2

Dr. Char continues her conversation on taking on the authoritative role with children, and that it's a good thing. She gives real suggestions on how to make sure your child feels safe and heard but that you are in control. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201931 min

Child Behavior

Dr. Char shares her experience and suggestions on child behavior; how to understand it, correct it, modify it, and love the child while keeping your authoritative role with them. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jun 13, 201930 min

Childhood Obesity Pt.2

Part 2 of Dr. Char's discussion on childhood obesity, she will talk about exercise and different, fun ways to get everyone in your family/classroom moving! Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

May 20, 201930 min

Childhood Obesity Pt.1

Dr. Char opens up the conversation on one of the talked about topics when it comes to children...childhood obesity. She brings opinions and suggestions from years of experience as a teacher, parent, and expert. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

May 20, 201930 min

Peripatetic Learning

Dr. Char discusses the learning style of "peripatetic"; the definition, how it was created, why to use it, how to use it, etc. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Apr 17, 201929 min

Body Awareness with Children

In conclusion to her discussion on mindfulness and movement last show, Dr. Char expands on body awareness for children and fun ways to teach them starting young. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Apr 17, 201930 min

Movement & Learning

In this episode, Dr. Char brings up the topic of mindfulness, and how to use it while teaching young children. She'll give lots of games to play to help your child become more self-aware and in return be more self-regulating to have a better learning experience. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Apr 17, 201929 min

Physicality Development

Dr. Char expands on her conversation on physicality in young children and their dexterity for writing. She'll give a list of activities you can start doing with your little ones to get their hands prepared early for writing! Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Apr 17, 201928 min

Letter Formation and the Beginning Stages of Writing

Dr. Char gives note to when and how to start teaching letter formation to young children. The research behind reasonings and how it improves writing and spelling for the future. She'll discuss the physicality of writing and how, for little ones, the hand-eye-coordination it takes is a lot for them to learn. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Feb 11, 201931 min

The Joy and Importance of Reading Aloud

Dr. Char shares the importance of reading aloud to your children, even from an early age. She'll give great guidlelines to follow when reading to your child(ren), topics to talk about, how to read a story to keep them engaged. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Feb 11, 201929 min

Talk with Priscilla Hernandez Pt. 2

Dr. Char finishes her discussion with director of Treehouse Academy in the Dominican Republic, Priscilla Hernandez; on dual language education for toddlers and preschoolers. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jan 28, 201929 min

Talk with Priscilla Hernandez

Priscilla Hernandez, director of the Treehouse Academy in the Dominican Republic, visits the studio to discuss bilingual education in preschool-aged children. Part 1 of 2. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Jan 28, 201932 min

Listener's Questions Answered

Listener's get some of their first questions answered by Dr. Char; touching on all things in early education such as IEPs, bilingual education, and more. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Dec 21, 201829 min

Zoo-phonics - The Essences

Dr. Char reviews the methodology behind the fun and playful curriculum of Zoo-phonics. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Dec 21, 201829 min

The Four Stages of Learning

Dr. Char will share the four stages of learning and how to best support your child in each phase. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Nov 1, 201830 min

No Recess? If You Want to be a Robust Reader, You Have to Run.

Dr. Char will open conversation about what today's world at school is like for children and the restrictions on their learning environment vs what it was in the past, and how that affects their ability to learn. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Nov 1, 201827 min

Kids Have to Move to Learn

Dr. Char discusses the importance of movement for children's brains when learning. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Oct 29, 201829 min

Introduction to Early Education with Dr. Char

An introduction to Dr. Charlene Wrighton and her experience in early education. She will give insight to why her show was created and what will be discussed. Click Here if you would like a transcript of this episode.

Oct 18, 201829 min