Backpack Chit Chat

Backpack Chit Chat

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Backpack Chit Chat episodes

  • Unpacking: Fun with Sensory Bins
    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!
    23 min
  • Unpacking: Classroom Management

    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

    40 min
  • Unpacking:Classroom Games
    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.
    23 min
  • Unpacking: Our Daily Agenda

    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. 



    31 min
  • Unpacking: Book Hooks

    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

    24 min
  • P.S. Food for Thought Bonus Episode

    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

     https://a.co/d/gyXei2g




    13 min
  • Unpacking: Introvert vs Extrovert

    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. 

    35 min
  • Unpacking: What is Backpack ChitChat

    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. 

    22 min

About Backpack Chit Chat

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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…