Backpack ChitChat: Recent Episodes
Penny and Sam
We are Penny and Sam. We are two moms and teachers with a lot in common, and plenty to share. Each podcast will be full of advice and tips to help you throughout your journey as a teacher or mom. We hope you leave the podcast feeling refreshed, energized, and ready for your week.
I’m our final episode for Season 2 Penny and I talk about what we are doing this summer. We would love to hear from you! Please stop by our Facebook or Instagram and leave us a comment.
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Welcome to today's episode where we will be discussing the importance of letting go of negative emotions in the classroom and starting fresh each day. As educators, we all know that our emotions can greatly impact our interactions with students and our ability to create a positive learning environment. In this episode, we will explore practical strategies for identifying and releasing negative emotions, as well as ways to cultivate a more positive mindset. Join us as we explore the transformative power of letting go and starting fresh in the classroom.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackchitchat/support
In todays episode Penny and I talk about why communication is so important. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackchitchat/support
In this podcast episode, we share our top tips for organizing our classrooms as the school year comes to a close. We discuss strategies for decluttering and cleaning up your classroom, including how to get rid of materials you no longer need and how to store important documents and supplies. Additionally, we offer suggestions for reflecting on the past school year and setting goals for the future. You'll come away from this episode feeling inspired and prepared to tackle the end-of-year organization tasks with ease.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackchitchat/support
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we explore the concept of privilege and punishment and how they impact our daily lives. Do you feel like life is constantly punishing you? Or do you believe you are privileged and God has blessed you abundantly? Join us as we challenge ourselves to examine our own perspectives and strive towards a more positive outlook on life.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackchitchat/support
We're here to break down the myth that being the most popular educator is the only way to succeed in the classroom. So sit back, relax, and prepare to have your mind blown about why being the favorite teacher might just be overrated. Grab your coffee and have a listen. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackchitchat/support
Today we discuss how parents can help their kids become better readers and better writers.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backpackchitchat/support
Welcome to our first interview with Nolan and Flannery Carpenter. We start off by asking a few questions and then we end with some rapid fire! Below you’ll find two resources we talk about in the episode. We hope you enjoy! https://fowntn.com. https://apostolicmusic.com/collections/apostolic-kidz-collective --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
In this episode Penny and I talk about chaos. How do you avoid it, or how do you combat it? We hope this episode leaves you with a few tips and ideas that will help prepare you for the years ahead. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
Are you paving or plowing the way for your kids? Have you ever been a mama bear? Was Rebekah a plower a paver? Find out this and more on todays episode. If you like what you hear please visit our blog for more book club information. https://backpackchitchat.blogspot.com/?m=1--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
Have you ever felt like you couldn’t keep up? Have you felt like giving up because it’s never enough? Todays episode is for you! We dive into why being good enough, is good enough. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
Today we discuss safety in the classroom! Warning: this is a heavier episode and little listeners may not need to listen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
It’s one thing to go to a meeting, it’s another thing to speak at a meeting. We talk about our experience when asked to speak at a staff meeting and leave you with some ideas and tips to give you the confidence when it’s your turn. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
Have you ever felt like you’re in a lesson planning slump? We know we have. Here are some quick tips to get you out of your slump!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
What kind of routine do you have after school. Penny and I talk about what we do and how much it helps us when we have our routine down!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
We love books! Here are our newest recommendations. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
Welcome to season 2! We are so excited to unpack some of our tips for the new year. We hope you enjoy!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
It’s the season finale! Today Penny and I tackle guilt. How do you know you feel guilty and how do you handle it? Here’s a link to the article we discuss in today’s episode: https://www.betterup.com/blog/mom-guilt?hs_amp=true--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
How do you celebrate Christmas in the classroom? Penny is full of great ideas, and this year will be my first year celebrating Christmas with my students. We’d love to hear how you celebrate. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backpackchitchat/support
Have you seen or heard crazy stories about Black Friday? We have some great stories to share. We would love to hear your stories. Send them to us on Facebook, or Instagram!
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Bible Quizzing doesn't have to have high stress and burnout. You can enjoy Bible Quizzing in your school or church with just a few simple steps. Let's get unpacking!
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We hope you enjoy our bonus episode!
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Today we talk about what we plan for our classroom during the Thanksgiving season. How do you celebrate? Let us know on our Instagram or Facebook page!
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In this episode, Penny and I talk about our Thanksgiving traditions, past, and present. We would love to hear what your Thanksgiving traditions are! Email us @backpackchitchat@gmail.com.
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On this episode Penny and I talk about our friends, past and present. What makes a good friend? How can you be a good friend? How do you gain friends? We answer all those questions and more on todays episode!
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Today we turn back the clock and reminisce on our time as younger mommas. Raising kids under 5 can be tough, but we are a no mom shaming podcast. We hope this provides you with some peace of mind, or just makes you laugh! Let’s get unpacking!
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Do you smell a cheater in your midst? We have! In this episode we dive into how we handle cheating in the classroom.
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This episode is geared toward teachers and moms who need some recipe ideas! Message us with your favorite meal to eat during the week!
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Do you have some tattling or teenage drama in your classroom? How do you handle it? Is your classroom a no-tattle zone? In today's episode, Penny and I discuss how we handle this in our classroom. We would love for you to leave us a comment, like, and subscribe!
Today we unpack how we take care of ourselves outside of work! We’d love for you to let us know how you decompress. Remember to listen to the episode for our give away!
In this episode Penny and I discuss what we think about homework! We would love to hear your thoughts on the topic. Follow us on Instagram and leave us some feedback!
In todays episode we talk all about sensory bins! You can create them in your home or in your classroom. They are a fun way to practice fine motor skills and more. We hope you enjoy this episode!
Today we talk about our favorite classroom items in our classroom. We hope it helps to hear what we use, and what you can use for homeschool or at school too!
In this episode Penny and Sam talk about their classroom management systems. You'll get a little bit of advice and a few ideas. We hope this leaves you feeling refreshed, energized, and ready for your day.
Teams and Themes https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Teams-and-Themes-Bundle-7504851
In this episode we discuss all of our favorite games! We hope you get a few new ideas for what to play with your students or kids at home. Be sure to visit Eduprotocols.com for more of the Fast and Curious game we discuss.
In today's episode, Penny and I talk about our day. You'll hear the differences between middle and elementary school, in addition to how we structure our day. Join in with us, as we laugh through a mishap in today's episode. As always, we hope it leaves you feeling rested, energized, and ready for your week.
In today's episode, we talk about how to hook your children with a good book. We will give you our top favorite books and some ideas to keep your kiddos coming back for more.
Show notes:
Chrysanthemum https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062983377/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_CPNQESHA0E74KA81XX7Q_0
The Little House https://www.amazon.com/dp/132874194X/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_3Q4ZDJHX2GT2MY3Z0K4K_0
Elephant and Piggie https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Drive-Elephant-Piggie-Book/dp/1423164822/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=elephant+and+piggie&qid=1660253596&s=books&sprefix=elephant%2Cstripbooks%2C201&sr=1-7
No, David! https://www.amazon.com/No-David-Shannon/dp/0590930028/ref=sr_1_1?crid=LL039JFA8844&keywords=no+david&qid=1660253617&s=books&sprefix=no+david%2Cstripbooks%2C91&sr=1-1
Imagination Library https://imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability/?gclid=CjwKCAjw0dKXBhBPEiwA2bmObX_Nzr0eGw9FoSf2JvtyHKH2eAGBXHraatmOD6rKAl8NCuG5aENyAhoCJ8gQAvD_BwE
Occasionally we have a thought that we want to share in small segments. P.S. episodes are additional content that we didn't get to share in previous episodes. This episode includes ideas for your kid's school lunch box! We hope you will join in our laughter as we discuss funny lunches we've seen over the years. Most of all, we hope this episode leaves you feeling rested, energized, and ready for your week.
Show notes Hotlogic mini portable oven 39.95 on Amazon.com. Copy and paste the link below into your web browser to view
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Today we unpack what it means to be an introverted vs extroverted teacher/mom. We discuss our personalities in the classroom and how it makes us an influential leader. God gave our children personality traits, and we discuss how we navigate those personalities to help our children thrive. We hope you leave the podcast feeling rested, energized, and ready for your week. Please subscribe to the podcast and give us a five-star rating so we can reach more teachers and moms around the world.
In this episode, we unpack what Backpack ChitChat is, our goal, and why we decided to start this podcast. Moms, and Teachers, we hope it leaves you feeling refreshed, energized, and ready for your week.