In our latest episode, Katie explores innovative discipline alternatives that empower parents to foster positive behavior in their children. As we navigate the challenges of parenting, it’s essential to find strategies that promote understanding, respect, and effective communication. The episode will discuss practical techniques that encourage cooperation and build strong family bonds, all while nurturing the children's emotional and social development.

Today, we’re talking about difficult conversations. From the very beginning of life, children are exposed to language and information. However, there is often a gap between what a child hears and what they truly understand especially when it comes to more complex or sensitive topics. Conversations about things like death, illness, disease, or war can feel overwhelming for both children and adults. These are not easy topics, but they are important ones. Today, we’re focusing on how to start these conversations with your child in a way that feels supportive, thoughtful, and age-appropriate.

Books:

Au revoir Blaireau – Au revoir Blaireau

• A gentle, classic story about loss, memory, and how loved ones stay with us.

• Adieu Monsieur Muffin – Adieu Monsieur Muffin
  A very tender story about the end of life, often used to introduce the concept of death in a soft way.

• Le jardin de Max et Gardénia – Le jardin de Max et Gardénia
  Uses nature and seasons to explain life, death, and cycles in an accessible way.

The Rabbit Listened -Emotional processing, grief, frustration, and support

My Family Is Changing: A First Look at Family Break-Up Explains divorce/separation in a non-blaming, reassuring way

Welcome to the first episode of the Counselor Chat Podcast hosted by Katie Repman and Stéphanie Antoine.

In this podcast, we will be discussing a variety of topics related to parenting, student well-being, and social-emotional development. Our goal is to provide helpful insights and practical guidance to support families as they navigate the many challenges that children and adolescents face today.

In today’s episode, we are going to begin with social media. Social media has become a significant part of young people’s daily lives, and it is something that parents and caregivers should feel comfortable discussing with their children. While social media can offer many positive opportunities such as staying connected with friends, expressing creativity, and accessing information it also comes with potential challenges. In this episode, we will explore some of the benefits of social media, the potential risks, and practical ways parents can support their children in developing a balanced and healthy relationship with technology. 

5th Grade B - Los Malotes y 5th Grade A - Las Estrellas Fugaces

The École Family Handbook 2025-2026 includes everything you need to know to prepare for the upcoming school year—from school supply lists and the Pre-Nursery and Nursery Phase-In details to special events like Formal Days, House Days, and the graduation dates for Kindergarten, 5th Grade, and 8th Grade. It's our biggest handbook yet, but by taking the time to review it, you will be sure to start the school year on the right foot.

*New this year* If you're an auditory learner, you can listen to an AI-generated podcast version of the Family Handbook.

Prefer a printed version? Just complete this form. 

The Émission, le podcast des élèves bilingues de The École, école française de New York.

Dans cet épisode épisode, nos apprentis journalistes de 4th et 5th grades vont vous parler des nouveaux films à voir, de l'actualité de l'école, vous conseiller des sorties à faire à New York et des spectacles, des  critiques de jeux videos, des films à voir etc...

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The Émission, le podcast des élèves bilingues de The École, école française de New York.

Dans cet épisode épisode, nos apprentis journalistes de 4th et 5th grades vont vous parler des nouveaux films à voir, de l'actualité de l'école, vous conseiller des sorties à faire à New York et des spectacles, des  critiques de jeux videos, des films à voir etc...

pour soutenir ce podcast : likez, abonnez-vous et partagez.

plus d'infos sur The École : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theecole.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

#podcast #kidspodcast #frenchpodcast #podcastenfant #podcastsenfants #newyork #nyc #newsforkids #newsinfrench

1. Mina and Tess – "La historia de amor de Psyche y Cupido" (The Love Story of Psyche and Cupid)
2. Rose and Chloe – "La historia de San Valentín" (The Story of Saint Valentine)
3. Victor, Victoire, and Thomas – "Qué hacer en Nueva York durante San Valentín" (What to Do in New York on Valentine's Day)
4. Hadi and Noam – "Regalos de San Valentín para diferentes personas" (Valentine's Day Gifts for Different People)

1. Lucas and Fadel - "¿Por qué se regala chocolate en San Valentin?" (Why is chocolate given on Valentine's Day?)
2. Leopold -  "La historia de San Valentín" (The Story of Saint Valentine)
3. Rachel y Layla - "Regalos de San Valentín de última hora" (Last-minute Valentine's Day gifts)
4. Emily y Elle - "San Valentin alrededor del mundo" (The celebration of Valentine's Day around the world) 
5. Sophia y Nicolás - "Chismes amorosos de 7th grade" (7th grade love gossip)

The Émission, le podcast des élèves bilingues de The École, école française de New York.

Dans cet épisode épisode, nos apprentis journalistes de 4th et 5th grades vont vous parler des nouveaux films à voir, de l'actualité de l'école, vous conseiller des sorties à faire à New York et des spectacles, des  critiques de jeux videos, des films à voir etc...

pour soutenir ce podcast : likez, abonnez-vous et partagez.

plus d'infos sur The École : ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theecole.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

#podcast #kidspodcast #frenchpodcast #podcastenfant #podcastsenfants #newyork #nyc #newsforkids #newsinfrench

Et voilà les liens des tutos :

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/As6EJjZTgys

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wGrmTR2zC6E

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/o902E3R4qhs

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IneT2ahbcUc