Acorn to Tree Family Discussion Podcast: Recent Episodes
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A podcast including discussions with experts in the area of childhood education, childhood behavioral health, nutrition and family life.
Today, we spoke with Adithya Narayanan from Computer Geeks. Adithya is the Business Intelligence Lead. He is a certified Implementor for ISO 27001:2013 Standards and a Certified Data Protection Officer. The Computer Geeks are on Instagram and TikTok. You will find posts about videos on preventive measures for staying safe from hackers, computer tips and tricks, secret AI websites, and helpful software for productivity. Currently, Adithya is accepting ad-hoc marketing and promotions from companies on Fiverr.
https://www.fiverr.com/computergeeks91/create-engaging-content-as-an-experienced-influencer
Attached is the Company deck for posting in show notes along with Fiverr Link and website - https://linktr.ee/computer_geeks
Links for Instagram Page - https://www.instagram.com/computergeeks91/
Link for TikTok Page - https://www.tiktok.com/@computer_geeks
Collaborate with Computer Geeks
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iu42KJzCfeXZpW6OacCPbZPUu2eeSIzL/view?usp=sharing
Here are some of the topics we discussed on today's Podcast:
- What are the best practices for parents to monitor their children's online activities effectively?
Web Filtering Tools - https://www.netnanny.com/
Parental Controls and Monitoring Software - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cx-PRnNp-Ha/
2. What are the common online security risks for families when children use the internet?
Bitly Link Checker to Prevent Scam Links - https://support.bitly.com/hc/en-us/p/link-checker
3. How can parents set up their home network to ensure both safety for kids and security for the whole family?
Enable WPA2 encryption on your router to secure your network from unauthorized access.
Here are some steps to enable WPA2 encryption on your router:
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Log in to your router's settings using the Admin Settings provided
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Navigate to the wireless network configuration section
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Select WPA or WPA 2
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Click Save and Apply
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Reboot your router
You can also try these steps:
Check your router's manual
Select the : WPA2-PSK option
Set the encryption type to AES
Enter a password or network key
You can also try these other steps to secure your network:
Create a solid and unique password for your Wi-Fi network
Change the network name (SSID)
Change the default login credentials
Other Queries:
Brave Browser: https://brave.com/en-in/
Face Recognition for Stolen iPhone - https://www.instagram.com/reel/C27C1LJp1rR/
How to control who can send you a message on Facebook?
https://www.facebook.com/help/messenger-app/2258699540867663
How to control who can send you a message on Instagram?
To limit who can message you on Instagram, you can do the following:
Go to your profile by tapping your profile picture in the bottom right
Tap the menu
Tap Settings and privacy
Below is How others can interact with you: tap Messages and story replies
Tap Message requests
Choose Friends so that only people you follow or who follow you can send you a direct message.
- Can you recommend any resources or websites for parents to stay informed about online safety?
The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) - https://staysafeonline.org/
Common Sense Media - https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ , and the Internet Safety Technical Task Force (ISTTF) - https://cyber.harvard.edu/pubrelease/isttf/
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Today, we spoke with Dr. Blaine Leeds.
Dr. Blaine Leeds is the leading provider who helps people smile and sleep! He has treated more telehealth patients than any provider in the world. He’s a practicing general dentist of 28 years, licensed in 12 states, and an expert provider of clear aligner teeth straightening. He is an expert in sleep health and has co-authored the much-anticipated book What Happens When Your Child Doesn’t Sleep: Unlock the Secret to Happy, Healthy Children. By embracing new technology and AI, Dr. Leeds has pioneered new treatments that have offered millions of Americans more access to dental care.
Dr. Blaine Leeds
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 479-754-0459
Email: askdrleeds@gmail.com
Skype ID: blaineleeds
Website: www.askdrleeds.com
Special Audience Giveaway:
- NAME: Keys To Better Sleep
- URL: Sweetdreamsmiles.com (or sweetdreamssmiles.com)
Social Media:
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaineleeds - Dr. Blaine Leeds, DDS
Book: What Happens When Our Children Don't Sleep? (Nov 30th)
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Today, we met with
Dr. Steve Hodges, a Professor of Pediatric Urology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, is a leading authority on childhood toileting issues. He is dedicated to debunking common myths surrounding enuresis (bedtime and daytime wetting) and encopresis (poop accidents), emphasizing that these issues are never a child's fault. With his family, Dr. Hodges, residing in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has authored eight books for parents and children, such as "The M.O.P. Anthology" and "Bedwetting and Accidents Aren't Your Fault." He shares valuable insights through his blog at BedwettingAndAccidents.com.
Guest Information:
Website: https://www.bedwettingandaccidents.com/
Special Audience Giveaway:
- GIVEAWAY TITLE -12 Signs Your Child is Constipated
- GIVEAWAY URL - https://www.bedwettingandaccidents.com/podcast
Social Media:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bedwettingandaccidents - 5.8K Followers
Books: The M.O.P. Anthology and Bedwetting and Accidents Aren't Your Fault.
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Today, we spoke with Ashmeeta Madhav, author of :
“What’s Your Story? #1 Way to Create a New Reality With Your Thinking” Ashmeeta Rama Madhav is an educator, grief support
advocate/expert, entrepreneur, author, and lifelong learner. She
has been intimately acquainted with grief since her early
twenties, having experienced miscarriage, rejection, and the loss
of her parents and husband, which exposed her to a range of
profound emotions. Her story is one of love, acceptance,
forgiveness, gratitude, growth, and self-discovery, a narrative
that resonates with those who have faced loss or are on a path of
self-discovery following a loss. At the heart of her book, "What’s Your Story?" is her passion for helping others and sharing her
experiences. Through this book, she shares her journey
through grief and self-discovery to provide comfort and inspiration to those confronting similar experiences.
A word from Ashmeeta:
"Some information about my mission:
I am Ashmeeta Rama Madhav, a resilience and grief support advocate, educator, entrepreneur, author, and lifelong learner. I have encountered many life-changing experiences from my early twenties. Miscarriage, rejection, and death of my parents and husband have exposed me to emotions of intense grief. I felt stuck and lost, so I ventured onto the path of self-discovery. I've come to appreciate the importance of personal growth and understand how my thoughts shape my reality.
My passion for helping others and sharing my experiences is at the core of my book, “What’s Your Story?” Through it, I share my journey with grief and self-discovery; my message is to offer comfort, inspire, and guide others going through difficult times to find the strength and resilience to move forward and create a meaningful life. Experiencing loss does not mean the story of your life is over. It is the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. This experience does not have to define or destroy you. There is hope!”
Ashmeeta's social media links are:
Website
http://www.storyoutellyourself.com
LinkedIn URL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashmeeta-madhav-93802922
Facebook URL
https://www.facebook.com/GrowthStoryHub
Twitter URL
https://twitter.com/home
https://www.instagram.com/growthstoryhub
Resources
https://www.griefshare.org/
https://choicemutual.com/blog/kids-bereavment/
https://www.hospicare.org/grief-support/resources/
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Caroline Rennison - Co-founder
I have been involved in teaching for over 25 years and have experience across the complete primary age range. I moved from classroom teaching to work as a Senco. After completing the OCR Level 7 Diploma in Teaching and Assessing Learners with Dyslexia/Specific Learning Difficulties, I became a Specialist Teacher working across primary and secondary schools. The role involved assessing pupils, training school staff to deliver tailored support programs, and devising and running courses for teachers and teaching assistants.
Throughout my career, I have had a particular interest and passion in helping with literacy skills, including assessing and delivering programs that motivate and encourage children to read and spell. This led me to develop Got It Learning reading and spelling games that provide a quick and straightforward pick-up-and-play resource for use in the classroom and a way for parents and carers to have fun while helping their children. Games provide the repetition and reinforcement vital to support literacy skills and make learning enjoyable.
Joe Rennison - Co-founder
I have dyslexia, and growing up in school was challenging at times. Traditional learning methods like spelling lists and reading books differed from what I looked forward to. I remember playing a particular reading card game in an intervention group and really enjoyed it – and subsequently, my reading improved. Following college, I went to Bournemouth University to study for a BA in Business with Enterprise. After graduating with a first-class degree, I wanted to start a business to make a difference and help children like me. Starting a company with someone you can trust and a suitable skill set is always essential. Fortunately, my mum has over 25 years of experience in teaching and special educational needs. Together, we decided to start Got It Learning.
Got it Learning Website Link
In line with the National Curriculum and containing valid high-frequency words, Got It Games is a systematic synthetic phonics reading and spelling resource. It has graded stages to reinforce and consolidate knowledge. Use the assessment sheet to find the correct starting point. Adult support will ensure successful learning in a fun environment. Build up confidence with the reading version before introducing the spelling. Children must retain words to give them the best chance of winning. The special Got it! cards keep all players engaged right to the end of the game.
These games have target sounds in blue to help break down the fine sounds within words to support reading and spelling. While playing the five games, children are encouraged to read all words out loud and write all spellings, reinforcing phonic patterns. Picture prompt cards for all sounds help children to independently read the words and link the sound to the picture. The chosen font is simple, straightforward, and dyslexia friendly. The games are designed to help engage children, support concentration, and boost confidence.
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Dahlia Rizk
Raising three kids in New Hampshire, Dahlia Rizk experienced many parents' struggles in the colder months.
Bundling kids up for the cold, only to have to take their coats off in the car because experts say it's not safe for kids to wear a coat in the car seat.
It was a daily hassle, and her kids weren't thrilled either. Dahlia believed that car safety for kids shouldn't be a struggle and set out to create a solution.
The Buckle Me Baby Coat was born in 2016 and has made cold weather outings easier and safer for thousands of families.
Since then, Dahlia has been innovating new solutions that make everyday life with your kids easier. Please Check her website and social media for more information about Buckle Me Baby Coats.
https://www.bucklemecoats.com
https://www.instagram.com/bucklemebabycoats/
https://www.facebook.com/bucklemebabycoats
https://www.linkedin.com/company/buckle-me-baby-coats/
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Leading Phonics Consultant – empowering teachers to teach reading better and demystifying phonics for parents | Mum to Eddie and a Part-time yogiTalks about #phonics, #reading, #education, and #parentingTalks about hashtag phonics, hashtag reading, hashtag education, and hashtag parentingUnited Kingdom Contact infohttps://linktr.ee/thephonicsfairy
https://www.instagram.com/thephonicsfairy/
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow the Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on Spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
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Acorn to Tree on Instagram
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Acorn to Tree on Twitter
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Acorn to Tree on Linked In
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Adithya Narayanan
Adithya is accepting ad-hoc marketing and promotions from companies using my Fiverr account. The prices and the details are available in the Fivver link
https://www.fiverr.com/computergeeks91/create-engaging-content-as-an-experienced-influencer
Attached is the Company deck for posting in show notes along with Fiverr Link and website - https://linktr.ee/computer_geeks
A Business Intelligence Lead in Singapore
I am a certified Implementor for ISO 27001:2013 Standards and a Certified Data Protection Officer.
Currently, I am accepting ad-hoc marketing and promotions from companies using my Fiverr account; the prices and the details are available in the Fivver link
https://www.fiverr.com/computergeeks91/create-engaging-content-as-an-experienced-influencer
Attached is the Company deck for posting in show notes along with Fiverr Link and website - https://linktr.ee/computer_geeks
I have an Instagram Page called Computer Geeks with 650K Followers and a TikTok Page with 200K Followers, where I post videos about preventive measures for staying safe from hackers, computer tips and tricks, secret AI websites, and helpful software for productivity.
Links for Instagram Page - https://www.instagram.com/computergeeks91/
Link for TikTok Page - https://www.tiktok.com/@computer_geeks
Collaborate with Computer Geeks
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iu42KJzCfeXZpW6OacCPbZPUu2eeSIzL/view?usp=sharing
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on Spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
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Please go to my website for free printables, free educational resources, my video series Acorn to Tree Video Series, My blog series that provides informative parenting articles, and my parenting book, children’s book, and educational toy reviews.”
https://acorntotree.com/
Kelly Carter
Nutrition Coach CNP
Entrepreneur
I help busy humans stay MOTIVATED to feel AMAZING in their bodies. Nutrition & Mindset Coach/ UGC creator
Kelly Carter is a Certified Nutrition Practitioner, Wellness and Mindset Coach, and UGC creator who helps busy humans stay MOTIVATED to feel AMAZING in their bodies. In this podcast we had a wonderful time discussing family nutrition, meal prep and Kelly offered some great tips about how to incorporate nutritious foods into your daily diet. You can learn more about Kelly on her Instagram @kellycarternutrition or you can email Kelly at contact@kellycarter.ca.
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on Spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
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Please go to my website for free printables, free educational resources, my video series Acorn to Tree Video Series, My blog series that provides informative parenting articles, and my parenting book, children’s book, and educational toy reviews.”
https://acorntotree.com/
Vintage Mama | Creating a community for mamas who had a child or children later in life. Coco started a podcast called Vintage Mama, dedicated to women who had their first child at age 35 or older.
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVintageMama
https://store.vintagemamas.com/
Coco O'Conner Instagram
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on Spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
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Please go to my website for free printables, free educational resources, my video series Acorn to Tree Video Series, My blog series that provides informative parenting articles, and my parenting book, children’s book, and educational toy reviews.”
https://acorntotree.com/
Today we spoke with Nicole Blac. She is a recovering elementary school teacher, a mom to three super busy kids, who mainly survives on strong coffee.
Nicole's Instagram is Coffee and Carpool: Raising Kind Kids; she shares the best parenting resources and strategies for intentionally raising kind kids, creating a stronger family connection, and bullying prevention.
And since this parenting gig isn't for the faint of heart.
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
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Please go to my website for free printables, free educational resources, my video series In the Kitchen with Acorn to Tree, My blog series that provides informative parenting articles, and my parenting book, children’s book, and educational toy reviews.”
https://acorntotree.com/
Today we spoke with April McMurtrey, a certified reading and dyslexia specialist and developer of The Learn Reading Program. We discussed how her program is a multisensory approach to reading. We discussed specific methods for teaching reading: including learning words with precise vowel placement at certain times to encourage children to feel confident in their reading. April has recently written a book available in January about evaluating your child for dyslexia at home. If you would like to be put on the waitlist for that book, you can follow the link here.
Book preorder website: https://isitdyslexiabook.com
Learn Reading program: https://enroll.learnreading.com/plan
Dyslexia screening: https://enroll.learnreading.com/dyslexia-screening
You can get in touch with April by contacting her at her website:
www.LearnReading.com
You can find April on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/learnreadingofficial/
We spoke to Amanda Hunt about how information literacy affects how she facilitates students as a librarian. We discussed why including books from authors of diverse backgrounds is essential because by doing this, students can relate to books that represent their unique backgrounds. The concept of "Windows, Mirrors, and Doors" is vital to book collection development.
Amanda Hunt, or "TheNextGenLibrarian," is a 6th-8th middle school librarian in Texas. She’s been a librarian at both elementary and secondary campuses for thirteen years. She was the chair of the Mavericks Graphic Novel Reading List Committee for TLA from 2021-2023. She was also the chair of TxASL Talks Editorial Board and presently is the TxASL Councilor through 2024. She also serves on the Conference Planning Committee for the TLA 2024 conference. Hunt is on the Bylaws Committee for TLA as well. She was a TLA TxASL Media and Visual Presence (MVP) Honoree for 2021 and 2023 and the Branding Iron Award 2022 Winner for Digital Only Communications in a School Library. Amanda is a certified Apple Teacher, Apple Learning Coach, and Google-certified Trainer. She has certifications in multiple #edtech tools and is a voracious reader. Visit her link tree: http://bit.ly/biolinkthenextgenlibrarian, her website: www.thenextgenlibrarian.com, and follow her across social media @thenextgenlibrarian
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
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Please go to my website for free printables, free educational resources, my video series In the Kitchen with Acorn to Tree, My blog series that provides informative parenting articles, and my parenting book, children’s book, and educational toy reviews.”
https://acorntotree.com/
Acorn to Tree on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/acorntotree/
Acorn to Tree on Twitter
https://twitter.com/acorntotree
Acorn to Tree on Linked In
https://www.linkedin.com/in/acorntotree/
Today we spoke with April McMurtrey, a certified reading and dyslexia specialist and developer of The Learn Reading Program. We discussed how her program is a multisensory approach to reading. We discussed specific methods for teaching reading: including learning words with exact vowel placement at certain times to encourage children to feel confident in their reading. April has recently written a book available in January about evaluating your child for dyslexia at home. If you would like to be put on the waitlist for that book, you can follow the link here.
Here's the link where people can find my resources and place themselves on the book waitlist: https://linktr.ee/LearnReading
You can get in touch with April by contacting her at her website:
www.LearnReading.com
You can find April on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/learnreadingofficial/
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Thank you for listening to this podcast. Please follow Acorn to Tree Family Podcast on spotify for essential information from educators, academic specialists, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, homeschooling parents, family nutritionists, and more.
https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/0acHjky8Tzb
Please go to my website for free printables, free educational resources, my video series In the Kitchen with Acorn to Tree, My blog series that provides informative parenting articles, and my parenting book, children’s book, and educational toy reviews.”
https://acorntotree.com/
Acorn to Tree on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/acorntotree/
Acorn to Tree on Twitter
https://twitter.com/acorntotree
Acorn to Tree on Linked In
https://www.linkedin.com/in/acorntotree/
Today we spoke with Shannon Sundberg about aromatherapy, reiki bodywork, and diffusers. Shannon explained how using essential oils can help bring about calm feelings and encourage centering and focus. Shannon Sundberg is a wife, mom, friend, intuitive, and dealer of hope & positivity, supporting women to take action in their healing & Create Wellness from Within.
Visit Shannon's Instagram soilyaromatherapy to find out more.
linktr.ee/shannonsundbergcoach
Today we spoke to Camille Kirksey Homeschool Expert and Mindset Coach. Her Instagram is called the Intuitive Homeschooler. She discussed how she supports families about to embark on the homeschooling journey. She explains that to become a homeschool facilitator to children it begins with having confidence in oneself and mindfully thinking and preparing yourself internally as you navigate the homeschooling process.
Blog: www.theintuitivehomeschooler.comSocial media: @theintuitivehomeschooler on Instagram and FacebookAcademy: www.homeschoolu.academyHoliday: www.worldhomeschoolersday.com
Here's the link to Camille Kirksey's book and companion workbook: https://homeschooluacademy.podia.com/homeschool-books
Acorn to Tree spoke with Steph Gigliotti today about uncomplicated, family-friendly food recipes made with simple ingredients that everyone can make!
https://stephgigliotti.gumroad.com/l/jctgf?_gl=13u6ud4_gaNjM5NjM5NDYzLjE2Njg0NjI2MTI._ga_6LJN6D94N6*MTY2ODUxOTMwNy4zLjEuMTY2ODUxOTYxMy4wLjAuMA
You can find all of Steph Gigliotti's written recipes on the Whisk app
https://whi.sk/qP2bB.
Steph Gigliotti's website
stephreallife.com
Today we spoke to Coco O'Connor from Vintagemamas.com. We discussed being an older mom, relating to other moms, helping our children deal with bullying and how it feels to have your own business and work remotely.
Coco started Vintagemamas.com, a community for mamas who had a child or children later in life. Coco started a podcast called: Vintage Mama dedicated to women who had their first child at age 35 or older. You can reach Coco on the below social media accounts and her website Vintagemamas.com.
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVintageMama
https://store.vintagemamas.com/
Coco O'Conner Instagram
Coco O'Connor Website
Coco O' Connor Twitter
Vintage Mama | Creating a community for mamas who had a child or children later in life.
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVintageMama
https://store.vintagemamas.com/
Today we spoke to Jenna Evarts, we discussed classroom management. She has so many amazing ideas that you can find in her Teachers Pay Teachers store and on her Instagram.
Jenna Evarts is a second grade teacher in New York. She has been a teacher for ten years and has taught second, third, and fourth grade. Along with being a classroom teacher, her passion is helping teachers become strong and confident in classroom management. Jenna believes in educating the whole child; she is a huge advocate for social emotional learning within the classroom. Jenna feels that all teachers, students, and their families deserve to feel supported, inspired, appreciated and loved every day!
BOOKS MENTIONED:
The Classroom Management Secret by Michael Linsin (for teachers)
Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen
A Letter from Your Teacher on the First Day of School by Shannon Olsen
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
A Little Respectful Spot by Diane Alber
A Bug and a Wish by Karen Scheuer
How to Apologize by David LaRochelle
GRAB HER FREE CLASSROOM TRANSITION SLIDES:
Free Classroom Transition Slides + Training
SHOP HER TPT STORE: That Strong Teacher TPT Storee with Jenna Evarts a second grade teacher about classroom management.
linktr.ee/thatstrongteacher
Today we spoke with Amy McElhatton who is a phonics consultant. She has an Instagram called "The Phonics Fairy". Amy's phonics journey began when she started teaching, 13 years ago. Since then, she has worked with hundreds of schools and thousands of children as one of the United Kingdom's leading phonics consultants. She can teach any child to learn to read.
Being able to read is the key that unlocks the door to every other school subject at school. Reading opens doors to limitless opportunities. Amy is here to help you, as parents, understand phonics. The jargon, the sounds and the next steps. I can help you to understand the journey your child will go on as they learn to read. Amy can also help you to know how to help at home.
If your child is struggling to learn to read, please don’t worry. Amy will be able to help. Parents can purchase consultation packages via my Instagram account by clicking the link in my bio
Amy's Instagram link is : https://www.instagram.com/thephonicsfairy/
the link to her consultation page is: https://linktr.ee/thephonicsfairy
Argavan Nilforoush with Baby Steps Nutrition is a mompreneur and pediatric dietitian who incorporates all aspects of an integrative care model to health. Parenting and caregiving is a roller coaster and this podcast will inspire and motivate you to take small steps in feeling more empowered in your life. With the combination of western and eastern medicine, we strive for a holistic approach to health and wellness; in other words, looking at the whole big picture. We cover a variety of topics related to nutrition and health and wellness, which impacts children of all ages and stages. Each episode features insightful conversations with experts who offer tips, tricks, and resources to empower families to make positive changes every day that have a lasting impact.
In this episode of Acorn to Tree Family Podcast we speak with Argavan about food labels and how to navigate the sometimes confusing information on them.
Today we speak with Faith Borkowsky, about dyslexia. She is the founder of High Five Literacy, LLC, is an internationally respected and sought-after literacy consultant, certified dyslexia practitioner, and award-winning author and speaker. She is the author of the award-winning book, Failing Students or Failing Schools? A Parent’s Guide to Reading Instruction and Intervention, and the “If Only I Would Have Known…” series of books, conceived as a roadmap for literacy-readiness and success for parents of young children. Faith was a finalist for the World Literacy Foundation Award for her significant contributions to literacy.
Websites: highfiveliteracy.com
ifonlybooks.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highfiveliteracy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaithBorkowsky
Email: faithborkowsky@gmail.com
Faith Borkowsky • 1st Certified Dyslexia Practitioner, Independent Literacy Consultant, Author at High Five Literacy and Academic Coaching
Lisa Luciano speaks to caregivers of children about the dangers of online challenges and how to protect children from these internet traps.
Lisa Luciano has taught TV Production for over 20 years. She developed a new program - digital literacy. Today we are speaking about dangerous online challenges that children are exposed to. We discuss what steps parents and caregivers can do to protect their children from these challenges and how to avoid interacting with predators online.
Lisa Luciano's website, Facebook and Instagram accounts are below.
Free gift: bit.ly/3ZLAK3w(5 Essential Steps To Protect Your Child From Online Predators)
- Website: www.onlinesafetysuccess.com
- Facebook page: Online Safety & Success (Daily tips & resources about online safety)
- Email: lisalucianomedia@gmail.com
Today we spoke with Ashley and Roberta from the Teacher Mamas Podcast.
Roberta and Ashley have both experienced burnout in their teaching career which has led them to their passion of helping others with burnout. They have researched many ways to take care of themselves through the different seasons of life over the past few years and have discovered their own method of teaching others to do the same. Listen to this episode to hear how you as a mom can also take care of yourself even through the busiest seasons of life. If we aren't healthy and on our A game by filling our cups first, we can't take care of those around us who need us most.
Follow them on Instagram @theteachermamaspodcast
Sign up for their 5 day meal planning freebie here:
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Listen to their podcast here:
Apple:
apple.com/us/podcast/the-teacher-mama-s-podcast/id1580838349
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/55cSzvnDXg3Qclth0tuKKb
Check out their Visual Routine for Kids Course here:
https://theteachermamascourses.thinkific.com/courses/dream-routine-for-kids?fbclid=IwAR1oIUHP4RoJQC15RrM_9YINgrU958S2YqxGUUKaj4bjHg7d7m-zFX_2mmE
Megan Herold is a home school mom of two who has a website entitled The Budget Homemaker. She has an amazing home school curriculum resources on her website Thebudgethomemaker.com and an Instagram called The Budget Homemaker.
Megan is a graduate of Winthrop University, she now lives with her husband and two children in Pennsylvania where she home schools, creates curriculum and helps other families find financial freedom on a single income.
Megan makes it a point to continue her own educational journey through travel; a personal goal is to travel and see all 9 of 11 Paris and Arles sunflower series by Van Gogh, so far she has seen 3 of 9 available (#10 is in a private collection and #11 was destroyed in a fire).
You can contact Megan Herold at:
www.thebudgethomemaker.com Instagram: @the.budget.homemaker
Today we spoke to Coco O'Connor who started Vintage Mama, to create a community for mamas who had a child or children later in life. Coco started a podcast called: Vintage Mama dedicated to women who had their first child at age 35 or older. You can reach Coco on the below social media accounts and her website Vintagemamas.com.
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVintageMama
https://store.vintagemamas.com/
Coco O'Conner Instagram
Coco O'Connor Website
Coco O' Connor Twitter
Today I spoke with Donovan Dreyer, he is helping young adults reach for their dreams and guide them toward the career of their lives.
Since making his big shift, Donovan has coached hundreds of teens to find their right path in life, to discover their inner confidence and to get on track with a vision of their future. In today's world of overwhelm, anxiety of the future, stress, and pressure to be competitive- Donovan uses his unique gift to help the teens get calm, clear and fall in love with their new life path. Donovan has spoken at the American School Counselor Association National Conference, the Wyoming School Counselor Association State Conference, Colorado State University, University of Northern Colorado, as well as various Colorado school districts, community colleges and virtually on podcasts and webinars. He is now on a mission to be an advocate for 1 million members of Gen Z to help them navigate this rapidly changing world.
You can reach out to Donovan here:
Website GetReadyCoaching.com
Youtube Donovan Dreyer
Facebook Get Ready Coaching
Instagram @Donovan.Dreyer
LinkedIn donovandreyer
Twitter @getreadycoach
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ui=2&ik=16894a822a&attid=0.2&permmsgid=msg-f:1759637056647138910&th=186b7c947f110e5e&view=att&disp=safe&realattid=f_lex1o63f1
https://donovan.getreadycoaching.com/
https://www.facebook.com/donovan.dreyer2
Kelly Carter is a Certified Nutrition Practitioner, Wellness and Mindset Coach, and UGC creator who helps busy humans stay MOTIVATED to feel AMAZING in their bodies. In this podcast we had a wonderful time discussing family nutrition, meal prep and Kelly offered some great tips about how to incorporate nutritious foods into your daily diet. You can learn more about Kelly on her Instagram @kellycarternutrition or you can email Kelly at contact@kellycarter.ca.
Tiffany Fitzgerald works primarily with toddlers ages 1-3 and coaches parents on how to expand their child's communication skills so that they can better get their needs met at home, which leads to more joy & harmony at home for the entire family. Tiffany enjoys using her social media platform (@TalkTeaSpeech) to raise awareness about the importance of early intervention & teach other SLPs on ways to incorporate strategies that work during their sessions. She has two courses available right now: one for SLPs who are looking to gain more confidence about Early Intervention - it has all the details (from how to coach parents & voice concerns to how to write session notes). The other course is an introductory course for parents to learn more about EI as well and how to make a smooth transition from EI to preschool, etc.
You can find everything on Tiffany's Instagram (@talkteaspeech) or her website: talkteaspeech.com.
Lisa Galley is a qualified Speech and Language Therapist and Mum to three grown up children, two who are autistic. She now works as an Autism Family Consultant supporting parents who have received or are waiting for an autism diagnosis for their child. She is passionate about bridging the gap that exists between families being placed on the autism pathway and actual diagnosis. Her role is to provide families with strategies that they can use right now to help their neurodivergent child thrive.
She can be found online via Instagram @school_run_mum_autism, where she shares her professional knowledge and personal experiences of parenting autistic children. Her website is www.lisagalley.com where parents can contact her to arrange a consultation. She is also available for personal or staff training.
Today we speak with Emily Dingmann she helps parents with weeknight dinners. She has a degree in Nutrition, is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, recipe developer, and mom of two girls, living in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
She creates easy, family-friendly recipes and shares nutrition and Intuitive Eating tips for the whole family. She wants YOU and your kids to have a good relationship with food.
You can find her at myeverydaytable.com and @myeverdaytable on Instagram.
Lisa Luciano taught technology for 40 years and for three decades specialized in TV Production. It was her dream job. But when the facility (and program Lisa was teaching at ) was eliminated, Lisa was devastated. The principal of the school then asked Lisa to come up with a new program - digital literacy and to become the school's library media specialist and completely re-invent the library and turn it into a library media center. The administration and parents felt the skills taught in the Digital Literacy program were so valuable that every student needed to be given this instruction, so the program became required for all students in her middle school to take - even special education and ELL students which she taught for ten years. Now Lisa offers a comprehensive online program for children, adults and seniors on her website https://www.onlinesafetysuccess.com. You can find Lisa on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Linked In and Instagram.
Nicole Black is again joining the Acorn to Tree Family podcast to discuss children learning about kindness and about how to navigate bullies. She discusses some of the amazing resources that she has created to help empower kids and help to support teachers and caregivers of children. She has a wonderful FREE seminar coming up where she discusses how to teach children to be kind and how to navigate unkind children they encounter.
Nicole is a recovering elementary school teacher, a mom to three super busy kids,
who mostly survives on strong coffee.
At Coffee and Carpool: Raising Kind Kids, Nicole shares the best parenting resources and strategies for intentionally raising kind kids, creating a stronger family connection, and bullying prevention.
Since this parenting gig isn't for the faint of heart, we need everything we can to make parenting these little people a little bit easier and a whole lot more enjoyable.
Please check out Nicole's Instagram and Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) store for wonderful resources!
Nicole Black's Instagram, Teachers Pay Teachers Store and Website
https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandcarpool/
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Teaching-Kind-Kids-Raising-Kind-Kids
https://coffeeandcarpool.com/
Rebekah Poe discusses what IEP's are, inclusive classrooms, scaffolding, preteaching and reteaching, advocating for children with special needs and so much more. Please join us as we discuss different topics in special education.
Rebekah Poe is an award-winning special education teacher and national teaching conference presenter with over a decade of experience in the special education field. As an educator, Rebekah focuses on providing equitable education and establishing connections to students of all ability levels in an inclusive setting. She can be found on social media as RebekahPoeTeaching
This episode is about how caregivers can help their child deal with being bullied by teaching them real world skills to minimize the effects of bullies in their lives
Nicole Black is a recovering elementary school teacher, a mom to three super busy kids, who enjoys strong coffee. At Coffee and Carpool: Raising Kind Kids, Nicole shares the best parenting resources and strategies for intentionally raising kind kids, creating a stronger family connection, and bullying prevention. Since this parenting gig isn't for the faint of heart, we need everything we can to make parenting these little people a little bit easier and a whole lot more enjoyable.
Nicoles website is called Coffeeandcarpooling.com. You can also find her under Coffeeandcarpooling on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and on her Etsy shop.
Check out this amazing checklist to help your children learn what a friend is.
https://coffeeandcarpool.com/help-kids-find-real-friends-with-this-friendship-checklist/
This is a link to The Coffee and Carpool How to get kids to be kind FREE 3 day live video series.
https://coffeeandcarpool.com/how-to-get-kids-to-want-to-be-kind-invite/
Kelly MacLean is the president and founder of Kelly MacLean Achievement Center. Her unique background as a former College Admission Representative as well as a High School Varsity Soccer Coach provided the basis for the company. Kelly repeatedly witnessed high school students making mistakes in their college search: often resulting in missed scholarships, lack of acceptance at their choice schools, or ultimately switching schools/majors. Kelly realized how overwhelming the process is and how costly mistakes can be. Kelly felt their had to be a better way to help students with their unique path and formed College Recruiting Specialists which was rebranded in 2019 at the Kelly MacLean Achievement Center. Kelly MacLean Achievement Center (KMAC) focuses on providing information and resources specific to each student. The goal is to reduce college expenses while finding the best college fit through strategic preparation including major selection and career planning, college selection, subject specific tutoring, ACT/SAT test prep, high school course selection, study habits, time management, FAFSA prep, admission deadlines, admission essays, scholarships- applications and deadlines, speaking with and negotiating with coaches, NLI signing day coverage, and continuing to work with the students through their freshman year in college to ensure their success in college. Be sure to check out and join the FREE private FaceBook group for parents https://www.facebook.com/groups/CollegeMadeEasy. Kelly is a certified trainer for John Maxwell Leadership programs, ACT test prep provider for several local School Districts, featured expert contributor for Stack Magazine and Stack.com as well as a member of OACAC (Ohio Association of College Admission Counselors), WISE (Women in Sports and Events), NCAA Compliance Forum, North Olmsted Chamber of Commerce, Rocky River Chamber of Commerce, Association of Sport Coaching Education, Former President of BNI Westside Connections Chapter, previous board member for OFSA.
Richard Benbow is the Regional Vice President (West) of Western Governors University, the nation’s first and largest competency-based university. In this role, Mr. Benbow combines his passion for innovation and information technology with his desire to serve others to provide access to affordable, high-quality education for underserved adult learners throughout the region. He leads a team that executes strategy and operations to optimize student success utilizing the WGU platform and developing partnership relationships which drive value for employers and students.
We'll be creating a Charcuterie board for kids together with Argavan Nilforoush
Argavan is a registered dietitian nutritionist with several years experience working with families, infants, toddlers and older children and teens in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She re-launched her private practice in August 2021. Her website is called Baby Steps Nutrition and it offers individualized nutrition consulting services to children ages birth-21 years with a variety of medical conditions and health issues/concerns. She also works directly with families to address their concerns and nutritional needs.
Caitlin McDermott created Cait Couch (@theteacherfitnesscoach) because she believes that teachers are the most important and most valuable resource in the classroom. Teacher health and self-care should come first, but with what time? Between planning, grading, emails, and TEACHING, how can you meal plan, meal prep, or find time to workout, especially when you are TEACHER TIRED? Cait Couch has taught at the elementary level for 8 years. She is also a NASM Certified Nutrition Coach and Group Fitness Instructor. She is on a mission to help teachers feel re-energized and confident through fitness and nutrition so they can be the best versions of themselves in the classroom for their students.
Argavan is a registered dietitian nutritionist with several years experience working with families, infants, toddlers and older children and teens in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She re-launched her private practice in August 2021. Her website is called Baby Steps Nutrition and it offers individualized nutrition consulting services to children ages birth-21 years with a variety of medical conditions and health issues/concerns. She also works directly with families to address their concerns and nutritional needs.
Sara Troy was born with an incredibly special gift. From an early age, Sara could see the
possibilities in others. Throughout her life, she has served both professionally and as a
humanitarian in assisting others to live more purposeful, meaningful, and productive lives. When
we connect through the soul to an open heart and an ignited spirit, we allow the mind to see in a
way that is truly illuminating.
With her Podcast site Self Discovery Media and her community site Orchard of Wisdom, Sara
supports those who are making a positive difference in the lives of others through her podcasts,
and Collab-books and with her Mentors/Practitioners Fund-Action programs, where she shares
the Mentors and Supports who are serving humanity.
With the Orchards of Wisdom collaborative Podcast-Books, programs, and more to come, Sara
wishes to ignite our inner souls, open our hearts, uplift our spirits, and allow an expansion of our
minds to view life’s wisdom differently. Please go to her websites for more information.
Selfdiscoverynetwork.com and Orchardofwisdom.org
ABOUT ZACK BALLINGER
Career Development
Side Hustles, Job Shadowing, Internships: Gain Experience
Don’t Be a Zombie: Find Passion and Purpose in Your Life
Job Interview Skills: Top the Hot Seat
Overcoming Career Obstacles:
Networking Post-COVID
For more than 14 years, Zack Ballinger has been
motivating individuals and audiences of all ages—
at high schools, colleges, non-profit organizations,
civic groups, and corporations—through his
presentations, seminars, videos, podcasts, books,
and articles. On the stage and from his heart, Zack brings a
passion for purpose that is infectious and
undeniable. As a motivational and TEDx speaker,
author, and career consultant, he guides people
to self-discovery that changes their lives.
Zack holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from
the University of Tennessee. He resides in Atlanta,
GA.
Curtis Curveball Jackson is a podcast host, hip hop artist, and an internet radio DJ. Curveball has a 9 year old son named Daniel who was born with autism. Curveball was born blind due to Glaucoma but lives his best life while facing the everyday challenges of raising an autistic son head on. Check out his website at www.djcurveball.com
Sandra Trew
Parental Coach Director & Founder
https://www.getrealparentalcoaching.com/ Call me: 07467054585 & 01908411575 sandra@getrealcoaching.org https://getrealparentalcoaching.buzzsprout.com