I can't believe we are back to school in two weeks. In honor if returning back to school, I thought we shoudl revist one of my favorite episodes with one of my favorite Early Childhood Teachers, TenderHearted Teacher, Sally.

Thank you for joining me on another episode of What I Wish My Mother Taught Me. In this episode, I chat with Sally, a toddler mom, and special education preschool teacher. Sally has over 10 years of experience working with young children.

Sally is the Education blogger behind The Blog TenderHearted Teacher.  Her blog and social media platforms provide topics on early academics, Social-emotional learning; she uses her platform to support other parents and caregivers by giving them strategies on how to encourage overall development. I am obsessed with providing kids with critical thinking skills at an early age; Sally does a wonderful job of breaking down critical thinking skills and introducing the skill to kids as part of their early education.

Highlights:

At a Higher level, critical thinking skills allow us to take in new information, use it, and allows us to form new ideas. Set goals, communicate, and collaborate with others.

1. [00:01:45] Deciding to go into teaching.
2. [00:04:15] Critical thinking.
3. [00:10:46] Teaching critical thinking skills.
4. [00:12:45] Encouraging play at home.
5. [00:17:06] Open-ended play and creativity.
6. [00:22:03] Supporting social emotional learning.
7. [00:24:07] Teaching empathy and emotional awareness.
8. [00:29:01] Watching children grow and develop.
9. [00:34:26] Tantrums are a natural part.
10. [00:37:13] Prioritizing self-care as a parent.
11. [00:41:14] Social emotional skills in life.
12. [00:45:30] Life skills and academic success.
13. [00:49:31] Using recyclable materials for STEM activities.
14. [00:55:43] Teaching critical thinking skills.
15. [00:57:56] Sharing knowledge and raising thoughtful children.
16. [01:02:01] Making a difference in education.

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