Two Pushy Dames

Two Pushy Dames

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Two Pushy Dames episodes

  • Helping Parents Recognize that you are a PROFESSIONAL!

    We often hear teachers of young children say "But the parents want....". We need to let parents know what is best for children in early education settings. Do the parents know about all of the training that you do? Do you try and tell parents how to do their jobs?? We want to work with families and educate them on best practices and how not to PUSH their child to do academic things that they may not be ready for... yet.

    18 min
  • Policing Social Media inECE

    Do you often see things on social media that drive you crazy because it isn't developmentally appropriate for young children? Are you seeing young children at desks and raising their hands in ice settings, teacher directed crap posted everywhere, academic push down being dumped on young children? We have a lively discussion about how this is not okay for the field and how to navigate the 'crap' that is out there!

    17 min
  • When You Need to Make a Statement

    There are times when adults ask questions rather than making a statement when speaking to children. As the adult, we want children to feel safe and feel like the adult is in control of the situation. If the adult asks questions when there needs to be a statement made, a child may come off as being disagreeable when really they are just answering a question! "Okay?"

    0 min
  • Saying Goodbye, Running Out

    Many adults think that it is easier to run out on a child at drop off. It is best to set up a routine and say goodbye. This podcast is about why it is important for adults to say goodbye and some ideas to help with the transition.

    0 min
  • New Year 2020! Care for the Caregiver

    The Two Pushy Dames are too old to make resolutions (been there, done that!) - but we are all about teachers taking care of themselves. Caregivers are typically the last ones to care for themselves. YOU CAN'T POUR FROM AN EMPTY CUP! Make yourself a priority. #Happy 2020 #TwoPushyDames #CareforCaregiver #FillYourCup

    11 min
  • New Year! 2020 Care for the Caregiver

    The Two Pushy Dames are too old to make resolutions (been there, done that!) - but we are all about teachers taking care of themselves. Caregivers are typically the last ones to care for themselves. YOU CAN'T POOR FROM AN EMPTY CUP! Make yourself a priority. #Happy 2020 #TwoPushyDames #CareforCaregiver #FillYourCup

     

    25 min

About Two Pushy Dames

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Say ‘hello’ to The Two Pushy Dames! We hope that you’ll check out our website – twopushydames.com – where you’ll find information to highlight our philosophy of children learning through play and exploration, rather than the academic and technological ‘push down’ that is so prevalent today. #pushbackonthepushdown