In this episode of Reimagine Childhood, brought to you by the Early Childhood Christian Network, host Monica Healer discusses how to effectively engage young children using puppets with guest Michon Henneger. Michon, a seasoned educator and brain coach, shares insights on the historical success of puppets in educational settings and explains how modern classrooms can benefit from their use to enhance engagement, retention, and emotional development. They cover practical ideas for implementing puppetry, even on a budget, and highlight the significance of reviving classic teaching tools. The episode emphasizes the joy and impact of puppetry in early childhood education and offers actionable strategies for educators to incorporate puppets into their teaching methods.

00:00 Introduction to Reimagine Childhood

00:41 Meet Michon Henneger: Brain Coach Extraordinaire

01:10 The Power of Puppets in Early Childhood Education

04:11 Practical Puppet Strategies for the Classroom

09:11 Puppets on a Budget: Creative and Affordable Ideas

11:49 Regional Conference Promo

13:18 Encouraging Teachers to Use Puppets

21:11 What can we implement this week?

25:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Michon at

https://www.prekplayday.com/ for early childhood curriculum

https://www.mybraincoach.com/

https://www.dashupward.com/