What if the path to literacy doesn’t begin with letters and sounds—but with movement, play, and connection? In this episode, Stacy Benge, M.S.—early childhood educator, speaker, and author of The Whole Child Alphabet—joins me to talk about how literacy develops through the body, the senses, and the child’s natural curiosity.

Stacy helps us unpack the real foundations of literacy, from language development and vision to rhythm, play, and child-led experiences. With clarity and heart, she offers a refreshing perspective for both educators and families—one that honours the whole child.

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