Raising Playful Tots | Simple Parenting

Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device Kathy Stowell certified Kaizen Muse Creativity coach and Simplicity Parenting Leader shares simple steps to family rhythm and ritual      In this episode:: Politeness See you later, Alligator in a while Crocodile. Rituals and Rhythms to try Keeping it seasonal Holiday Rituals and Rhythms  Safeguarding time Pyjama Party times "Ensure that there are pauses between obligations" @KathyStowell  -- Click to Tweet Pause for us both Following a plan Mamma self care two actions you’ve taken in the last 2 years that have had a positive effect on your life? What were you doing 12 years ago? The favourite play activity in your household? Links:: Squirt Bottles Simple importance of Please and Thank You See you later Alligator TRUCE your first stop to choosing toys Comments always welcome here in the shownotes or via feedback on Raisingplayfultots.com/feedback. ( Free)   New to Podcasts? Watch this video from Chris Marquardf to learn how to subscribe to podcasts using your iPhone. Search for Raising Playful Tots to get to our show Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section or via voicemail. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

  I'm revealing my top resources for 2012 that will take your play from good to great. Whatever stage we find ourselves at in play I'm sure you'll find a resources that will help you work on some of those bug bear play spots; develop a new direction and encourage you. We also have a contest so check that out and enter quickly before the date expires. Comments always welcome here in the shownotes or via feedback on Raisingplayfultots.com/feedback. ( Free) Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device     Links:: Rock art :: Mid Pacific Institute The Garden Classroom Raising a Creative Spark :: A Mom With A Lesson Plan Art not craft ::  Childhood 101 The Playful Family :: Awesomely Awake Courageous Parents, Confident Kids: Letting Go So You Both Can Grow::  Dr Amy Tiemann Everyday Sensory Alphabet Activities :: Melitsa Avila LMNOP :: Action- Pack Magazine:: Whipup.net Mamascout ecourse :: November 1st 2012 Month long class with Amy of Mamascout Win a slot on this class Contest: Contest closed- Congratulations DeborahAnne   Please email me your address using the contact form so we can speed along your entry for 1st November 2012. 02Nov2012: You email details didn't work DeborahAnne Leave a comment in the show notes that you would like to join this elab and transform your family. This is worth one entry. For a bonus entry. Please like Raising Playful Tots and come back and leave a separate comment. ONE winner will be picked at random and emailed. Contest opens on release of this episode and closes Tues 30th October 2012 at 9pm GMT. Winner will be announced on Wednesday. Come back here to see. Hope to see you there.     New to Podcasts? Watch this video from Chris Marquardf to learn how to subscribe to podcasts using your iPhone. Search for Raising Playful Tots to get to our show Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

MaryAnne of Mamasmiles.com and Carolyn of Pleasantestthing.com talk about routines in play through the many changes of parenting. Working outside the home, multiple children, new baby and staying at home- different seasons with different routines. What's your routine like? Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device     Links::   Mum in the Madhouse- Jen Two of everything- Eleanor Helpful Mum Trouble Doubled   New to Podcasts? Watch this video from Chris Marquardf to learn how to subscribe to podcasts using your iPhone. Search for Raising Playful Tots to get to our show Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you. Add your routine

    Kara Fleck is the editor of SimpleKids.net, homeschooling mom with 4 children at home. I invited her on today to talk about audio and podcast recommendations for kids and parents. There are some lovely surprises. Simple kids Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: What age did you start with music for the kids? Conversations about players Recommendations for audio listening How to get into listening as an alternative or a new thing. Finding new shows Managing blogging, homeschoooling and four children   Links:: Barefoot Books Sparkle Stories Eragon Eldest On Six Legs Maestro classics Classics for Kids Brave writer Inspired to Action Sylvia's super awesome maker show  10 Things I Wish I Could Tell Myself 10 Years Ago Painting with Shaving Cream 31 dayers- thenester.com     Photo credit What do you use the most of your everyday things at home for play? New to Podcasts? Watch this video from Chris Marquardf to learn how to subscribe to podcasts using your iPhone. Search for Raising Playful Tots to get to our show Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

      Alphabet activities via a preschool magazine is the interview today with the editor Stephanie Cooper. Alphablocks is phonics based preschool magazine that links up with the TV and Video program to help children and parents with alphabet activities. We also give our review in the show today. Find out about Alphablocks Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: How does alphablocks support a) learning b) parents What types of things will our child be doing so we know they are  ready for alphabet play? What multi sensory approaches do you take with alphablocks ? ( to keep it fun, interesting and engage children)   Links:: 5 Messy, Sensory Play Ideas for Toddlers ::  Come Together Kids What are Freinet preschools-by listener Sandra. Leave a voicemail and tell us. Deploying Dads-  by listener Allison. Learning to win, lose and play with others when you are under 5 Listeners who live in Japan- Tim, Laura and Jo. “Just take 3” Call in your three.   Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

  Flour, salt, hair gel, rubber bands and shaving cream not just for household use but for play. Today I'm talking about the home supply list. What we can use at home for play.  We have the school supply list.  We have a homeschool supply list but what about a home supply list for active kids doing play activities? Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: 7 tips for where to go and get things to fill out your home supply. How to prepare your home for play   Links:: Download your Home supply list worksheet   What do you use the most of your everyday things at home for play? Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

Today I’m talking to Bobbi Conner national child development and parenting journalist, author and parenting speaker for more than 20 years she produced and hosted the award-winning Parent’s Journal Public Radio Program. She’s also the author of  Unplugged Play. No Batteries. No Plugs. Pure Fun.   Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: When did you realise you had a passion for unplugged play? What led you to start the parents journal radio program? When you look back on your early parenting years what would you like to tell your younger self? What was it like raising your children and working outside the home - what types of things did you do to keep play going? Why did you decide to speak out about electronic play and write the book unplugged play? What would you recommend about setting limits on screen time and electronics? What alternative suggestions to fill that electronic time? How do you cultivate a child’s creativity How would you encourage those that are trying these unplugged and creative ideas in a culture where it's new or not the norm?   Links:: Kid Blogger Network Build a Track with Masking Tape :: Kid Activities Blog   Who has had a big influence on your parenting?  Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

  We know there are better ways to do things. It’s always worth learning from good practise and improving what we have.  Join Noël Janis-Norton, author,teacher, trainer speaker learning and behavioural specialist has developed a practical, solution-focused approach parenting programme, called Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting as we talk about raising a girl. Visit: Calmer Easier Happier Parenting Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: What are three things we should consider when raising a playful daughter? Should we establish rules about which type of dolls are acceptable in the house or is it more about how we play with them? How do we help girls with friendship issues- as parents should we be getting involved/leaving them to it? What Dads and girl playdate ideas do you suggest to increase the bond between father and daughter while they are young. How do we Use the information( research) to serve, not to label girls as bad? Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting: The Revolutionary Programme That Transforms Family Life How do we encourage girls to take physical risks? How do we deal with  relational violence (such as gossip, rumor-spreading and exclusion) as well as physical violence (hitting or fighting). Why is it always said we should limit the Media and popular culture? ...let's not forget the boys and the DVD- Bringing Out The Best in Boys   Links:: Colored Vinegar and Baking Soda Eruptions :: Play Create Explore Parenting with Positive Guidance eCourse Parenting Simply monthly teleseminars 10 month series MamaScout eCourse Contests Win a copy of Calmer  Easier Happier Parenting Contest closed- Well done Laura. a Rafflecopter giveaway Win a seat on a year long parenting class- 10 classes Contest closed - Well done Georgia   a Rafflecopter giveaway Call in your feedback : http://raisingplayfultots.com/feedback          Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

  There are times when we need more specialist knowledge to help our children if they are not typically developing and most of our children will need help at some time. We're familiar with our Doctor and Pediatrician but where do we go for specialist knowledge and what happens in those sessions. Rowan Bradley, Director & Paediatric Occupational Therapy Specialist answers parents questions on occupational sessions and how the process works. Visit her site : Children's Therapy Solutions Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: What do you do day to day in your practice.- what typically happens in a session. How you get referred to a occupational therapist? What do you do with children with developmental delays?  What is sensory processing disorder and how do you tackle it.  and discussions about summer born children, testing and how it isn't what you think, personal experiences and much more.... Links:: Toddler Scribble Art :: Squash Blossom Babies Parenting with Positive Guidance eCourse Parenting Simply monthly teleseminars 10 month series MamaScout eCourse The Mary Sheridan's book mentioned in the show :From Birth to Five Years: Children's Developmental Progress STAR (Sensory Therapies and Research) Center is the premier clinic for treatment of children and adults with sensory challenges Call in your feedback : http://raisingplayfultots.com/feedback          Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

Homa Tavangar has 20 years' experience working with governments, businesses, international organizations and non-profit agencies in global competitiveness, organizational and business development, and cross-cultural issues. Iran, she has lived in East and West Africa, South America, and throughout the United States. Growing Up Global: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World  ( book) Growing up Global ( site) Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: What made you write the book growing up global? Why using the photograph and explanation was so powerful in your TED talk and how we can use descriptions like this with our children? Authentic greetings from around the world by learning to read their cues.  How do we help encourage children without forcing it down their throat? Learning about other religions and festivals to enrich Why we need to connect with people that are different to us? Links:: 125+ Ways to Practice Making Letters :: In Lieu of Preschool Safety fears 'hinder outdoor play', says survey :: BBC News Cross Blog conversation with MaryAnne of Mama Smiles     Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

Janae a teacher who is staying home to raise two boys. She blogs over at icanteachmychild.com. She created her blog to hold herself accountable to being intentional in the time she has with both of her children and it’s also a fantastic resource for parents and carers wishing to enrich the development of their young child. Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: Why you wrote  71 Things Your Child Needs to Know Before Kindergarten and the follow up article 33-ways-to-prepare-your-child-for-kindergarten and why it caused so much controversy? Realistic timeframe of how to deal with school readiness  Dealing with the way we see our kids and other see our kids when new words like disorder, disability, difference start to come up and how we deal with what we thought was just quirkiness or character  5 areas we can work on as parents to help our children have positive experience at school? Links:: Summer Fun: Painting Seashells :: Mom to 2 lil Posh Divas Learning Resources Timer Cross Blog conversation with MaryAnne of Mama Smiles Our media diet- Part One Shaving cream numbers 69. Everyday sensory alphabet activities :: show Everyday Sensory Play Alphabet Activities :: ebook Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

This week I'm talking about raising responsible kids after reading popular news articles about how we are spoiling our children. Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: Olympics for Kids- Olympic Symbols Bento Snack :: JDaniel4'sMom Articles mentioned: Boston Globe and New Yorker Pieces of apple :: Play Activities Manic Mommies #310 25 Rules for Mothers of Sons:: The MomPodcast 25 Rules for Mothers of Sons :: Team Studer Chore ideas Dot Male interview : 89. What to consider when developing a creative play space Chore ideas {Toddler Chores for Little Helpers}::MamaPeaPod 12 ways to include your toddler in everyday house work :: Glittering Muffins 11 Preschooler Clean Ups:: Hands on as we grow Implementing Chores with Preschoolers :: Carrots are Orange Toddler Chore: Sorting Silverware :: Having fun at home Age Appropriate Chores for Kids: Printable :: The Happy Housewife 10 Chores to Do With Your Toddler ::  Creative with kids Here’s What You Could Do Next… Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

Reading each others emotions via Emotional Intelligence. Today's interview is with Laura Markham, PhD. She is a clinical psychologist trained at Columbia University. But she's also a mom, so she translates proven science into the practical solutions you need for the family life you want. Her relationship-based parenting model has helped thousands of families across the U.S. and the English-speaking world find compassionate, common-sense solutions to everything from separation anxiety and sleep problems to sass talk and cell phones. Follow Dr Laura on Facebook Plus in the show I talk about what happened to " Your baby can Read" Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: What is emotional intelligence? What are the benefits of focussing on EQ for parents? How do we show/teach EQ with our children? What playful activities can parents start doing today to see to make an impact on EQ? Are there any resources you would recommend? Links:: Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting :: Dr Markham's new book Playful Parenting The Art of Roughhousing Daily newsletter at Aha Parenting Janet Lansberg: Your baby can read Q&A Your baby can read via CCFC Your baby can play :: Play Activities Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you. Links::

Jennifer McGrail from the Path less taken. Jennifer writes passionately about being a family of 6 travelling in the western part of the USA. Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: What does unschooling look like in your home? How did you come to the decision of unschool? What's like to be an unschool family in world where many other families use public schools- how does that work out? How do you collaborate with other unschool famillies? How easy is it to unschool? Justifying your position as a family How has the Internet been an influence on your unschool? What is your parenting philosphy? What type of activities do you do as an unschooling family? Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.

At sometime during the first five years we'll hear of children going to see an occupational therapist. Maybe it will be our child or a friends. But what really goes on in that session? Tonya Cooley pedatric occupational therapist at therapyfunzone.com is our interview this week as she pulls back the curtains on what happens in her sessions, shares her go to toys and play activities. Listen:: Listen to this week’s show | subscribe through iTunes | on-the-go device What we learn in this podcast:: When might a parent see an OT in early intervention? When you see a child and parent for a session what may happen? What happens when you leave? How do you keep progress moving forward? How do you encourage parents and carers to incorporate these activities into their daily routines and rhythms? What are your 3 most used toys in each session? What games can we use to encourage fine motor skills? Share some scissor activities we can do at home Clothes pegs and clothes pins activities Tongs and whether we should use them and chopsticks Tonya gives and overview on the other senses; tactile, vestibular and proprioception How do you know that your child needs help by an OT? Calming activities that work Links:: duct tape lego capes :: busy kids happy mom 5 things we should do this summer Parenting class: Summer master parenting teleconference Ebook: Frugal and Fun Enjoying the Summer Holidays – The Thrifty Way   Now that you listened to this episode of Raising Playful Tots, here’s what you could to do next: Education is meaningless without action. So, tell me what you learned from this episode, and how you plan to apply it to your family in the comment section. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a favor and share it on Twitter or Facebook. Or better yet, send a personal email to one of your friends whom you’d think would love this. This part is important. I’m currently have only a few reviews on iTunes, and I need to get to 10 reviews. If you have a few seconds, can you please go to iTunes and leave me an honest review (after subscribing). Thank you.