Reagan and Ashley are the co-founders of Wonder Leesburg, an indoor and outdoor play space for children inspiring curiosity and imagination. Reagan and Ashley’s story of authenticity, entrepreneurship and intentionality is inspirational! From the concept of Wonder to their family-focused, community-minded business model; you’ll want to follow these trendsetters!

 Wonder:

·        https://www.wonderleesburg.com/ 

·         Instagram: @Wonder_Leesburg https://www.instagram.com/wonder_leesburg?igsh=ZnB4anY1dHo2OHp3

Mentions:

·        Good Inside with Dr. Becky: Parenting Podcast | Good Inside

·         Bobbie: https://www.hibobbie.com/

·         Podcast: Brene Brown Dare to Lead: https://brenebrown.com/podcast-show/dare-to-lead/

·         Podcast: Creating Disney Magic with Lee Cockerell: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-disney-magic/id954054965

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

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Erin is the founder of Littles Love Learning focusing on the science of reading and preparing the whole child for Kindergarten. Erin’s wholistic approach to learning makes her an amazing resource for all things Kindergarten prep and a champion for students, teachers and parents. 

·         FREE Pre-K Goals Printable

·         P.L.A.Y. Quick Start Reading Course for Parents

·         Learn and Play to K Kindergarten Readiness Membership 

Little Love Learning: 

·         LittlesLoveLearning.com

·         Instagram: @littleslovelearningblog

·         Facebook: @littleslovelearningblog

·         YouTube: Littles Love Learning

·         Podcast: Littles Love Learning

Mentions:

Instagram Accounts Erin Loves:

·         @the.gifted.perspective

·         @confidentkidstherapy

·         @countingwithkids

·         @yourreadingteacher

 Podcasts I Love:

·         The Science of Reading Formula Podcast

·         Creating Readers with Savannah Campbell

·         Dyslexia Devoted

·         Wholistically Psyched

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

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Chastity is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Sleep Sense Consultant. She founded Bliss Pediatric Sleep Support to partner with parents in understanding the science of sleep and importance of a good bedtime routine. Chastity is a wealth of knowledge on bedtime routines and sleep science. Wherever you are in your journey, Chastity can develop a routine catered to your family dynamic, complete with her help and support! 

Bliss: 

·         Website- bliss-sleep.com
-Educational webinar on the science of sleep: bliss-sleep.com/educational-offerings/

·         Facebook-  facebook.com/BLSSsleep

·         Instagram:  @bliss_sleep_support

·         Linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/chastity-vanpelt

Mentions:

·        Rewire Your Mind Podcast: The Rewire Your Mind Podcast Podcast Series – Apple Podcasts

·         Good Inside with Dr. Becky: Parenting Podcast | Good Inside

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

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Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.        

Season 2 Episode 1: Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve is Leesburg's Hidden Gem and Nature Wende is the Bee's Knees!

Wende David is a Virginia Master Naturalist at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve in Leesburg, VA. Banshee Reeks is a hidden gem boasting nearly 700 acres of awesome! From fishing to hiking trails to exhibits, Banshee Reeks has something for guests of all ages to connect with nature! Please see Banshee Reeks Facebook Page (Events) to check out upcoming events like Story Time Gone Wild and Wild Schooling. I, personally, cannot wait to attend a Full Moon Hike! 

Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve: 

·         Website- https://www.loudoun.gov/1277/Banshee-Reeks-Nature-Preserve

·         Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BansheeReeksNaturePreserve?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Mentions:

·          NPR: https://www.npr.org/

·         Shortwave: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510351/short-wave

·         Kind World Podcast: https://www.wbur.org/podcasts/kindworld

·        Motherhood Sessions Podcast: https://gimletmedia.com/shows/motherhood-sessions

Books:

1. The Women by Kristin Hannah (recommended by Heather)
2. Demon Copperhead or any other title by Barbara Kingsolver (Heather and Wende)
3. There There by Tommy Orange (Wende)
4. This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger (Heather)
5. Any Title by Kate Quinn

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·        Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright! 

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Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.        

Episode 4: The New Era of Librarians: Story Time to Makerspace with Amy Heaton

Amy Heaton is the Head of Children's Services at Rust Library (and basically a celebrity to me because LIBRARIANS RULE)! Rust Library is a branch of the Loudoun County Public Library and a quick walk from the preschool. 
In this episode, Ms. Amy shares her background and how she became a librarian. She also shares amazing resources for children's songs and story time content as well as inside information on Rust Library's Early Childhood story times and other events!

Rust Library: 

·         Website- Rust Library (loudoun.gov)/Summer Story Time: Summer Reading Program (loudoun.gov)

·         Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?app_id=776730922422337&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F352092484273&display=popup&ref=embed_page&src=page

Mentions:

·         Stuff You Should Know Podcast: Episodes (stuffyoushouldknow.com)

·         Jbrary: Jbrary - Tune in for Storytime Success

·         Jim Gill: Jim Gill - Musician, Author & Child Development Specialist

·        Story Time Solidarity: Home - Storytime Solidarity

Books:

1. A Hungry Lion by Lucy Ruth Cummins
2. Who's Moon is That by Kim Krans

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·        Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright! 

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website.
SHINE bright!!

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Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.        

Episode 3: Parenting is messy! Embrace the mess and celebrate the awesome with Mamas and Messes’ Lauren Isler.

Lauren and Sara created Mamas and Messes to help other families who are new to Loudoun County find amazing things to do around town. Their inside scoop on local happenings and relatable approach to parenting have created quite a following. Join Lauren and I as we chat about adulting, teaching, pivoting and embracing our wonderfully messy parenting journeys.

Mamas and Messes: 

·         Website- Home - Mamas and Messes

·         IG- @mamasandmesses • Instagram photos and videos

Mentions:

·         Chaos with Cara: CARA 💥realistic mom life & toddler activities (@chaoswithcara) • Instagram photos and videos

·         Teach, Talk, Inspire: Teach Talk Inspire - A Teaching Blog

·         Armchair Expert: Armchair Expert (armchairexpertpod.com)

·         Crime Junkie: Crime Junkie Podcast

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright! 

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Candy is one half of Like A Sister, founded alongside her real-life sister, Tiffany Miller. They use their backgrounds - Certified Lactation Counselor (Candy), trained postpartum doula (Tiffany) and new parent educators (both of them) to support new and expecting families of all kinds as they learn how to make the right choices for their unique family. 
Candy and Tiffany believe everyone needs a "sister" by their side to offer evidence-based information, non-judgmental and inclusive support as they learn how to parent. Like A Sister’s services are offered virtually, and they support clients around the world. 

Like A Sister: 

·         Website- http://www.likeasistersupport.com/

·         FB and IG- @likeasistersupport

·         Email: [email protected]

·         Membership: https://likeasistersupport.com/become-a-member/

Mentions:

·         Kids Eat in Color: @Kids.eat.in.color 

·         Busy Toddler: @busytoddler

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

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Kelli Atangan is the owner and lead speech language pathologist at Little Hands Pediatric Therapy. In this episode, we learn what Speech and Language pathologists/Occupational therapists do and what role they play in Early childhood education. Kelli also details when to seek an evaluation, what an evaluation will look like and how their clients receive therapy. You don’t want to miss this inside scoop! 

Little Hands Pediatric Therapy: 

·         Website- https://littlehandspediatrictherapy.com/

·         IG- https://www.instagram.com/littlehandspediatrictherapy/

·         FB- https://www.facebook.com/SpeechTherapyAshburn/

Mentions:

·         Cari Ebert- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slp-talk-show/id1616911064

·         Better With Dr. Stefanie- https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/better-with-dr-stephanie/id1479074542

·         Everyday Wellness- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-wellness/id1435214303

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool:

·         Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

·         IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

·         FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

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