Reimagine Childhood

By Early Childhood Christian Network

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Welcome to Reimagine Childhood brought to you by Early Childhood Christian Network—where we equip you with the tools you need so you can confidently care for and teach young children. We know early childhood is prime time for all development and, yet, we often overlook our critical role in providing optimal learning experiences. In every episode, you'll find seasoned experts sharing their passion and expertise in a way that is easily applied to everyday experiences in the classroom and anywhere else you're involved with young children. We want to protect and celebrate early childhood in all its wonder and imagination, rather than rushing through it to get "prepared" for the next stage. So….how will you reimagine your approach to early childhood? We'd love to invite you on this journey with us!

Episode Date
Ep. 93: Protecting Childhood in a Culture of Hurry: Human Connection, Play, and Wonder with Mary Ann Bradbury
Aug 24, 2026
Ep. 92 Sensory Integration & Balanced Brain Development: Practical OT Tips for Early Childhood with Kendra Worley
Aug 10, 2026
Ep. 91 Transforming Toddlerhood: Tools for Power Struggles, Aggression, Biting, and Tantrums with Devon Kuntzman
Jul 31, 2026
Ep. 90 God's Design in Diversity with Tara Hackney
Jul 13, 2026
Ep. 89: Connecting God's Design to Science and Rest with Sarah Philpott
Jun 29, 2026
Ep. 88: Faith, Family, Fun, and Fizz: Connecting Science and Faith with Brock Eastman
Jun 15, 2026
Ep. 87 From Burden to Resilience: Trusting God, Breathing, and Taking the Next Best Step with Debbie Simmons
Jun 01, 2026
Ep. 86 Emotional Health Tools for Educators with Dr. Melissa Ewing
May 18, 2026
Ep. 85: Building Connections Through Movement and Story with Joy Wendling
May 04, 2026
Ep. 84 Teaching Children to Listen: Behavior Reflections with Melissa Leach
Apr 23, 2026
Ep. 83 Understanding Early Childhood Education in a New Era with Ann McKitrick
Apr 06, 2026
Ep. 82 Uncovering Purpose in Early Education with Jessie Lambert
Mar 23, 2026
Ep. 81 Building Lifelong Faith: Integrating Faith Formation in Early Years with Martha Harvey
Mar 09, 2026
Ep. 80 Behavioral Insights and Classroom Strategies with Dr. Robin Pearson
Feb 23, 2026
Ep. 79: Preventing Burnout: Practical Strategies for Early Childhood Educators with Faith Rivera
Feb 09, 2026
Ep. 78 Embracing Language Diversity in Early Childhood with Libby Wright
Jan 26, 2026
Ep. 77 The Magic of Play-Based Learning with Kris Ramos
Jan 12, 2026
Ep. 76 Faith-Based Strategies for Early Childhood Education with Monica Healer
Dec 29, 2025
Ep. 75: Guiding Hearts and Minds: Biblical Teaching in Preschool with Renee Blaine
Dec 15, 2025
Ep. 74: Fostering Inclusive Classrooms with Ashley Myers
Dec 01, 2025
Ep. 73: Balancing Screen Time and Real Play in Early Education with Jennifer Howington
Nov 17, 2025
Ep. 72: Enhancing Early Education Through Music and Scripture with Darlene Abbott
Nov 03, 2025
Ep. 71: Spiritual Formation and Early Learning with Christa Ratcliff
Oct 20, 2025
Ep. 70: Navigating Sensory Needs in Early Education with Kadie Seweryn
Oct 06, 2025
Ep. 69: Reviving Classic Education Tools: Puppetry in Modern Classrooms with Michon Henegar
Sep 22, 2025
Ep. 68: Exploring the Power of Picture Books and Parables with Valerie Ellis
Sep 08, 2025
Ep. 67: Building Strong Roots: Community and Faith with Nichole Sims
Aug 25, 2025
Ep. 66: Building Resilient Children Through Faith and Science with Dr. Nicole Wilke
Aug 11, 2025
Ep. 65: Building Bridges Between Church & Community with Jason & Hope Huddleston
Jul 28, 2025
Ep. 64: Building Community through Story Time with Josh Zello
Jul 14, 2025
Ep. 63: Embracing Joyful Praise with Young Children with Jean Thomason
Jun 30, 2025
Ep. 62: Navigating Childhood Emotions Through a Biblical Lens with Dr. Tyler Groves
Jun 16, 2025
Ep. 61: Generational Insights on Modern Parenting with LeRay & Ruthie Havard
Jun 02, 2025
Ep. 60: Building a Foundation of Faith through Play and Interaction with Hannah Collado
May 19, 2025
Ep. 59: Enhancing Classroom Dynamics through Laughter with Lisa Nelson
May 05, 2025
Ep. 58: Mastering Classroom Transitions with Louisa Forguson
Apr 21, 2025
Ep. 57: Transforming Classrooms: Banishing Boredom with Stephanie Rogers
Apr 07, 2025
Ep. 56- Shaping the Future: Professionalism in Early Childhood with Dr. Cynthia Small
Mar 24, 2025
Ep 55: Child Development: Mindset Before Strategy with Dan St. Romain
Mar 10, 2025
Ep. 54: Empowering Families: Connecting Church and Community with Emilie Flaherty
Feb 24, 2025
Ep 53: Visual Supports: Supporting Every Child's Potential with Bobette Gore
Feb 10, 2025
Ep 52: Beating Burnout: Practical Stress Relief for Early Childhood Educators with David Rische
Jan 27, 2025
Ep 51: Practical Health Tips for the New Year with Jennifer Pickett
Jan 13, 2025
Ep 50: Bridging the Gap: Uniting Church and Weekday Ministries for the Sake of the Gospel
Dec 30, 2024
Ep 49: Cultivating Virtue: Teaching Character and Faith with Peggy Osborne
Dec 16, 2024
Ep 48: Building Strong Foundations: Supporting Infant and Toddler Development with Shela Mobarak
Dec 02, 2024
Ep 47: Sharing the Pen: Building Confident Writers with Melissa Leach
Nov 18, 2024
Ep 46: Unwrapping the Whys: Understanding and Guiding Young Children's Behavior with Claire Turner
Nov 04, 2024
BONUS: Protecting What Matters: The Vital Role of Insurance in Early Childhood with Samantha Phillips
Oct 28, 2024
Ep 45: Moving Toward Literacy: The Power of Physical Development with Stacy Benge
Oct 21, 2024
Ep 44: Nurturing Little Souls: Teaching God's Word to Young Children with Melissa McKenzie
Oct 07, 2024
Ep 43: Nurturing Creativity: Embracing Process Art with Jennifer McCarville
Sep 23, 2024
Ep 42: Navigating Separation Anxiety: Insights and Encouragement with Lauren Osborne
Sep 09, 2024
Ep 41: Fostering Self-Regulation: The Four C's Framework with Diane Goyette
Aug 26, 2024
Ep 40: Creating Connections: How the Environment Shapes Learning and Well-being with Dr. Sharon Jackson
Aug 12, 2024
Ep 39: Stress to Success: Practical Strategies for Starting Off Strong with Prerna Richards
Jul 29, 2024
Ep. 38: Shared Spaces, Shared Ministry: Navigating the Challenges of Weekday and Weekend Programs with Julie Hammer
Jul 15, 2024
Ep. 37: Finding Joy in Play: Combatting Stress and Burnout with Monica Healer
Jul 01, 2024
Ep. 36: The Many Hats of Early Childhood Educators with Shaneil PJ Yarbrough
Jun 17, 2024
Ep. 35: Prioritizing Play: Unpacking School Readiness vs. Child Development with Stacy Benge
Jun 03, 2024
Ep. 34: Creating Sacred Spaces: Nurturing Spiritual Development in Young Children with Dr. Mimi Larson
May 20, 2024
Ep. 33: Molding Minds: The Creative Power of Playdough in Early Education with Sarah Scrivens
May 06, 2024
Ep. 32: Beyond the Notes: Transformative Learning Through Intentional Music with Patty Shukla
Apr 22, 2024
Ep. 31: Harmony in Learning: Navigating Stress, Music, and Joy in Early Education with Sharon Burnett
Apr 08, 2024
Ep. 30: Amplifying Childhood: Embracing Noise, Play, and Learning with Dr. Beverly Alford
Mar 25, 2024
Ep. 29: Insights into Brain States and Emotional Regulation for Children's Well-being with Dr. Pam Rinn
Mar 11, 2024
Ep. 28: Exploring Childhood Development Through Risky Play with Debbie Jones
Feb 26, 2024
Ep. 27: Foundations of Early Childhood Mental Health: Nurturing Attachment, Relationships, and Emotional Well-being with Faith Rivera
Feb 12, 2024
Ep. 26: Building a Nurturing School Family: Fostering Early Childhood Development Through Love, Safety, and Community with Kathy Wymer
Jan 29, 2024
Ep. 25: The Behavior Suitcase: Strategies to Address Challenging Behaviors in the Classroom with Tiffany Crow
Jan 15, 2024
Ep. 24: Time Well Spent: Secrets to Optimizing Productivity with Evelyn Knight
Jan 01, 2024
Ep. 23: Stepping Out: How to Initiate Gospel Conversations with Confidence with Erin Brady
Dec 18, 2023
Ep. 22: Not Just a Story: Bringing the Christmas Story to Life with Michelle Pinkston
Dec 04, 2023
Ep. 21: Reimagining Christmas: Prioritizing Meaning Over Perfection with Macy Dickson
Nov 20, 2023
Ep. 20: The Impact of Parenting and Faith on Student Behavior with Chad Oliver
Nov 06, 2023
Ep. 19: Beyond Classroom Walls: Exploring Outdoor Learning Possibilities with Paula Miller
Oct 23, 2023
Ep. 18: A Roadmap to Success: The Role of Scope and Sequence in the Classroom with Jerri Thompson
Oct 09, 2023
Ep. 17: How to Embrace Conflict as a Teaching Opportunity with Kristin Mathis
Sep 25, 2023
Ep. 16: Unlocking Creativity: Practical Tips for Using Loose Parts in the Classroom with Julie Hamilton
Sep 11, 2023
Ep. 15: Teaching the Bible to Preschoolers: Practical Tips for Lasting Impact with Stephanie Chase
Aug 28, 2023
BONUS: Navigating Development Milestones with Melissa Dutton and Melissa Townsend
Aug 21, 2023
Ep. 14: Generation Alpha: Distinctions and Support Strategies with Dr. Shelly Melia
Aug 14, 2023
Ep. 13: Building Strong Foundations: Promoting Healthy Emotional Development in Children with Dr. Melissa Ewing
Jul 31, 2023
Ep. 12: Nurturing Children in a Post-COVID World with Dr. Charlene Woodham Brickman
Jul 17, 2023
Ep. 11: How to Harness Brain-Based Learning for Optimal Child Development with Kadie Seweryn
Jul 03, 2023
Ep. 10: How Nature Inspires Curiosity and Transforms Learning with Mary Ann Bradberry
Jun 19, 2023
Ep. 9: Creating Memorable Moments in the Classroom with Kristen Landry
Jun 05, 2023
Ep. 8: Why Movement Is Essential for Children's Health and Well-Being with Renee Terry
May 22, 2023
Ep. 7: Calm and Confident: Nurturing Emotional Regulation in Children with Kelly Martin
May 08, 2023
Ep. 6: How to Combat Burnout, Retain Staff, and Reduce Stress with Beth Cannon
Apr 24, 2023
Ep. 5: How Great Outdoor Classrooms Foster Development across Domains with Jessica Jabali
Apr 10, 2023
Ep. 4: Mental Health in the Early Childhood Classroom with Michelle Nietert
Mar 27, 2023
Ep. 3: Building Biblical Foundations for Preschoolers with Jessica Hendrickson
Mar 13, 2023
Ep. 2: Why Curriculum Is More than a Classroom Theme with Stacy Benge
Mar 13, 2023
Ep. 1: Why Early Childhood Is Not Just Cute with Amanda Morgan
Mar 13, 2023
Welcome to Reimagine Childhood with ECCN
Feb 24, 2023