(The podcast is officially on summer break. I'm sharing about how I'm integrating my learning.)

How do we take into account other perspectives that seem to contradict our own experiences? The ancient parable from India informs how I view the nature of oppression--so my work can more effectively contribute toward dismantling harmful systems and defaults.

The podcast is officially on summer break. This is my opportunity to integrate my learning.

Here's a really honest, insider look at how I'm using Kelly Diels' metaphor of "The Wall" to make sense of my roles and responsibilities in social justice movements.

TL;DR:
+ I'm embracing the value of my experiences and expertise. We can each bring our best contributions.
+ I'm committed to continually learning about the nature of oppression from folx with experiences and expertise that I do not have.

These last few months have been a time of intensive caregiving and learning.

Between now and the end of August, the podcast is on summer break. I'll still pop in now and then to share some behind-the-scenes reflections on what I've been thinking about and how it's impacting my work.

Songs can be powerful teaching tools to help kids learn to recognize and regulate their feelings. Educator and composer Nancy Kopman shares some specific ways parents and educators can deeply connect with kids through music.   BONUS SONG: “Wonderful You”   Nancy has been creating, testing, developing, recording and performing her short, catchy, educational songs for children 0-10 for over 20 years. Her music can be found on TV, radio and online. She performs regularly in Toronto, Ontario, and does virtual video visits with her faraway fans.   Nancy’s work is celebrated worldwide by educators, therapists, family program directors, parents and caregivers. Her music is used in schools, daycares, Montessori environments, libraries, camps, internet radio and other children’s environments.   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/ https://nancykopman.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes at strategieswithkids.com

Music can be a powerful strategy for helping kids build creativity. Educator and composer Nancy Kopman shares some specific ways parents can help kids recognize and adapt patterns in music.   Watch Nancy’s video for The Animals on YouTube.   Nancy has been creating, testing, developing, recording and performing her short, catchy, educational songs for children 0-10 for over 20 years. Her music can be found on TV, radio and online. She performs regularly in Toronto, Ontario, and does virtual video visits with her faraway fans.   Nancy’s work is celebrated worldwide by educators, therapists, family program directors, parents and caregivers. Her music is used in schools, daycares, Montessori environments, libraries, camps, internet radio and other children’s environments.   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/ https://nancykopman.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes, relevant links, and full transcript at strategieswithkids.com

Music can be a powerful strategy for helping kids learn how to manage different parts of the day with less friction. Educator and composer Nancy Kopman shares how parents can incorporate songs to bring more peace to daily life.   Nancy has been creating, testing, developing, recording and performing her short, catchy, educational songs for children 0-10 for over 20 years. Her music can be found on TV, radio and online. She performs regularly in Toronto, Ontario, and does virtual video visits with her faraway fans.   Nancy’s work is celebrated worldwide by educators, therapists, family program directors, parents and caregivers. Her music is used in schools, daycares, Montessori environments, libraries, camps, internet radio and other children’s environments.   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/ https://nancykopman.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes, relevant links, and full transcript at strategieswithkids.com

Michelle shares some of her favorite storytelling exercises that we can use to connect with our kids and help them develop their creativity.   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/ https://michelleauerbach.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes, relevant links, and full transcript at strategieswithkids.com

Storytelling is a powerful way to support kids’ social-emotional development, even in a time of social distancing. Listen to hear how this works and ways we can deepen kids’ learning.   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/ https://michelleauerbach.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes, relevant links, and full transcript at strategieswithkids.com

“Story is a radical act of possibility in times of crisis. We can build a world that serves more of us better, we can create care, we can teach and learn, and we can rebuild our lives and communities through story.”   Author, educator, and parent Michelle Auerbach shares how parents can use storytelling to help with learning, young developing brains, attachment, responses to trauma, and all the stuff parents homeschooling right about now might want to know.   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/ https://michelleauerbach.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes, relevant links, and full transcript at strategieswithkids.com

How can we as parents make a more just culture though the way raise our sons? Feminist writer, marketing consultant, and mother of 5 Kelly Diels shares powerful ideas for parents.   Find Kelly at https://www.kellydiels.com/   https://www.strategieswithkids.com/   Subscribe now to stay updated on future episodes. Show notes, relevant links, and full transcript at strategieswithkids.com