Welcome to Early Years Explorers, where play is serious business, curiosity is celebrated, and apparently where glitter makes everything better. I’m Afaf Zaidan, an early childhood educator with two decades of experience and self-proclaimed glitter magnet here to share the joy, chaos, and occasional sticky-fingered moments of the early years. Each episode takes you inside real classroom stories that will make you laugh, nod (or gasp!), insights that will keep you going, and reflections on how young children grow, connect, and explore the world — all backed by research. Whether you’re a teacher looking for inspiration or a parent curious about the magic behind those little eyes and big imaginations, there’s something here for you. So grab your coffee, hit that play button, and join me as we dive into the world of early childhood and unpack those messy, magical, and wonderfully unpredictable moments in the early years — one playful story at a time.