Hey, I'm Amy Nielson. I am the founder of Planning Playtime, where I help busy preschool moms and teachers bring more creativity and play to learning. My mission to make learning awesome, which actually started in a school hallway with a sweet little 5-year-old in tears, has now helped millions of kids worldwide. I want to ensure that NO child has to cry over learning to read or do math ever again but instead can find the joy and possibility in it and maybe even learn to LOVE it.

Each week I'll be sharing things I've learned or interviewing neuroscientists, psychologists, brain therapists, and other experts to talk about how kids' brains work, how they learn, and how they grow.

We'll get into the science of kids' brains and the latest research, as well as simple tips to encourage your child's natural creativity and curiosity.

We won't stop at academic learning but dig deep into building resilience, emotional skills, connection, and all those things our kids need for successful, fulfilling lives.

Join me for the conversation if you're ready to take this ride with me and be better prepared to help support your child's growing brain. Please subscribe or follow the show wherever you get your podcasts.