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Megan M. Hamm, a licensed professional counselor and registered play therapist, discusses trauma-informed therapy and mental health awareness, particularly for children. She emphasizes the importance of understanding children's behaviors as forms of communication rather than manipulation. Megan shares her journey from a childhood passion for teaching to a career in psychology, driven by a pivotal experience in third grade. She advocates for a trauma-informed approach, suggesting that consistent, nonjudgmental responses can foster resilience. Megan also addresses the complex issue of corporal punishment, recommending alternative strategies and emphasizing the need for parents to reflect on their intentions and responses.

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TD Flenaugh discusses structured literacy, emphasizing its effectiveness in teaching 95% of students to read. The podcast aims to support parents and teachers in improving literacy skills. The lesson plan, divided into two 30-minute sessions, focuses on the short "o" sound using CVC and CVCC words. Activities include word work, word sorting, and reading connected text. Key strategies involve sounding out words, using cards, and hands-on activities. The importance of sight words and high-frequency words is highlighted, with a recommendation to introduce 3-5 per week.

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LaTonja Muhammad is a guest on Falling for Learning Podcast episode 79. Muhammad is a certified college funding specialist, on the Falling for Learning Podcast to discuss strategies for paying for college. LaTonja emphasizes the importance of starting early, even in ninth grade, to plan for financial aid and student positioning. She explains the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) process, highlighting the Student Aid Index and strategies to lower reported income and assets. LaTonja's upcoming workshop on January 12, titled "Financial Aid by Design," aims to help families maximize financial aid eligibility. She also mentions her book, "The College Funding Playbook," and her comprehensive program to help students identify their best-fit colleges and secure financial aid.

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Watch episode 76 on Letter Sound Blending - https://youtu.be/MU2t1DHD8VM?si=30GAWCGO6Xxnnt8N.

TD Flenaugh discusses structured literacy, a method aligned with the science of reading, aimed at solving reading issues in 95% of children if practiced systematically five days a week.

This episode involves four of the 8 stages of structured literacy: phonological awareness, reviewing letter sounds, letter sound blending (decoding) , and encoding (dictation).

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Phonological awareness focuses on manipulating sounds in words, which includes the highest stage of phonemic awareness.

Phoneme - The smallest unit of sound in a word

Letter-sound blending (decoding) - connecting sounds to letters to sound out words or to read a word using letter and sound rules.

Encoding (dictation) - involves writing words based on their sounds.

Flenaugh emphasizes the importance of not correcting children while they write to avoid discouragement and instead highlighting what they did well. Resources and further support are available at fallingforlearning.com.

T.D. Flenaugh promotes her books, "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method" and "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method Workbook," to help children improve their writing skills - https://fallingforlearning.com/home-9066.

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Falling for Learning Episode 77 focuses on the journey into education for Restorative Justice Teacher, James Riley. Check out his YouTube Channels - https://www.youtube.com/c/mrrileysworld and https://www.youtube.com/@ThisWeekinPaliFootball. 

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Falling for Learning Podcast episode 76 focuses on Letter Sound Blending, a key technique in helping children learn how to read fluently.

Purchase the Falling for Learning Book Bundle by T.D. Flenaugh - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW18L9GQ?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk

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TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of engaging in screen-free family activities during holidays to build bonds and teach children about culture. She shares personal experiences, such as playing spades and dominoes, cracking nuts, and cooking together. Flenaugh emphasizes the value of cleaning together while sharing music, teaching kids to appreciate family traditions, and involving them in shopping and gift-giving. She also suggests creating crafts and having indoor or outdoor camping experiences to foster family time and appreciation.

Flenaugh promotes her books, "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method" and "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method Workbook," to help children improve their writing skills - https://fallingforlearning.com/home-9066.

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TD Flenaugh discusses the detrimental effects of perfectionism in children, emphasizing its roots in fear of rejection and inadequacy. Perfectionism can lead to procrastination and hinder children's ability to achieve their dreams. Flenaugh advocates for a growth mindset, where mistakes are seen as learning opportunities, and encourages parents to model their own imperfections. Strategies include predicting and embracing mistakes, discussing personal failures, and fostering a positive outlook. Flenaugh also highlights the importance of self-acceptance and resilience, urging parents to help their children navigate perfectionism early to prevent long-term issues like mental health problems or suicide.

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TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of teaching teens to handle disagreements productively, emphasizing respect, empathy, and clear communication. Key strategies include understanding friends' personalities, avoiding public arguments, and advocating for changes respectfully. For conflicts with authority figures, private discussions are recommended. Flenaugh highlights the need for self-preservation and the ability to revisit conversations when calm. The conversation also touches on the importance of writing skills and advocating for oneself, especially in situations of bias or discrimination. Practical advice includes role-playing, understanding rights, and knowing when to walk away from unproductive discussions.

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