Best With Dr Kristie PrettiFrontczak Podcasts (2024)

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How to Stay Calm in the Chaos 48:19

3+ y ago48:19

48:19

When school is virtual, many families are struggling to provide the type of support their children received in school while also managing a work/life balance. It's enough to make child and parent want to pull their hair out. In this PreK Teach and Play podcast episode, autism expert Barb Avila and I explore how we can help children stay regulated a…

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly When it Comes to Praise, Rewards, and Punishment 1:02:12

3+ y ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Anyone else confused about when to praise a child...if ever? When to reinforce something? What about punishment? Wow...supporting children who are experiencing big emotions is not for the faint of heart that's for sure. And it seems everyone (including me) has an option on how to "weather the storm". In this PreK Teach and Play podcast episode, Aly…

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Inclusive Tips and Solutions for Early Educators with Ijumma Jordan and Dr. Isela Garcia 50:26

3+ y ago50:26

50:26

What does inclusion mean to you? For me, it is a fundamental human right...NOT just a rite-of-passage. It is when we experience a true sense of belonging. In this PreK Teach and Play podcast episode, I talk with Ijumaa Jordan and Isela Garcia about what inclusion means and explore our top tips for early educators. This conversation was originall…

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Evolution of the Brain and the Science of Stress with Dr. Stuart Shanker 42:40

4y ago42:40

42:40

When I talked with Dr. Susan Hopkins for Episode 46 of the Pre-K Teach and Play podcast, we explored what the term "self-regulation" really means. In this bonus episode with the incredible Dr. Stuart Shanker, we go even deeper. For example, did you know that at one time there were 447 different definitions of self-regulation in education....446 of …

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Below the Threshold of Your Awareness with Dr. Susan Hopkins 58:20

4y ago58:20

58:20

We've all heard the word "self-regulation", but do you really understand what it means? For many years I thought I did, but I was wrong. There's so much more depth and meaning behind the concept than just dealing with your emotions. It's also not just about thinking. It's about things that are happening automatically beneath the threshold of consci…

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Daring to be Yourself with Lisa Pepper-Satkin 42:24

4y ago42:24

42:24

While I can't recall all the details, from the first time I met Lisa Pepper-Satkin, to the time we recorded this podcast (which was actually back in February of 2020), I remember how she made me feel during each encounter. In a word: inspired! Lisa has really helped me to grow in my thinking about what it means to lead...how we show up in the world…

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Dr. Isela Garcia And How to Lead With An Open Heart 39:26

4y ago39:26

39:26

This episode is actually a repeat...meaning I lost the first recording and had to go back and ask Isela to sit and chat with me again. I'm so glad she said yes because I remember the 1st recording brought me to tears (in a good way) and so did this one. Whether you are a leader by title or not, this episode if for you! In it, we dig into what it me…

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A Lesson In Humility 1:01:57

4y ago1:01:57

1:01:57

For me...this quote from Ijumaa Jordan says it all! I'll allow your initial shock, but we're still going to move forward. It's not going to stop us. We still had to talk about...we still have to move forward, because right now children are being harmed-" Ijumaa Jordan Here are just a few of the topics we dive into: Developing humility Classroom rul…

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Connections Over Compliance 56:31

4y ago56:31

56:31

This is such a powerful episode! In it we talk about many of the issues that we're facing... living through a pandemic, and we aim to provide hope, specific strategies, and practical ideas of how we might transition to and reimagine what education will look like in the future. I learned so much, I have pages of notes and in fact, within an hour of …

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Transforming Challenging Behavior: It’s Mindset Before Methods! 38:27

4+ y ago38:27

38:27

Do you all know Dr. Barb O'Neill? Host of the Transform Challenging Behaviors Online Conference. Well in this episode you get to hear how the conference came to be, what Barb has learned over the years (aka her top tips for addressing behaviors that are challenging), and what to expect during the 3rd annual conference. We also talk a bit about how …

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The Intersect of COVID-19, IDEA, and Pre-K 42:37

4+ y ago42:37

42:37

In this bonus Pre-K Teach & Play podcast episode, I sit down to talk with Pat Radel, a special education lawyer, advocate, and father. We start off by sharing what he know as of April 7, 2020 about serving students on IEP during the pandemic. We then explore 20 U.S.C. 1414 (d)(1)(A)(i)(I)(bb) that states - IEP shall identify “for preschool children…

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How to support children and families with Pre-K programs are closed for an extended time 43:06

4+ y ago43:06

43:06

I've been talking with so many fellow ECE {r}evolutionaries these past few weeks. I see you and I hear you. In these unprecedented times, having to think about how best to support children on IEPs can feel overwhelming...and maybe even a bit scary. And while information can help some of us with our anxiety...it can also add to the confusion and unc…

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The Power of Showing Up with Dr. Dan Siegel and Autism Expert Barb Avila 47:42

4+ y ago47:42

47:42

In this episode I chat with my longtime friend, colleague, and autism expert Barb Avila, and Dr. Dan Siegel, a New York Times bestselling author and clinical professor of psychiatry. We dive into some really amazing stuff. Like how interpersonal neurobiology intersects with autism and the challenges of forming secure attachments with 24 children at…

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The Plan Was To Ignore, So Why Are We Learning To Connect? 20:08

4+ y ago20:08

20:08

One question that comes up all the time when I'm taking about how to teach before the peak and weather the storm is, "What do we do about giving a child our attention when they are demonstrating behaviors that are challenging?". I suspect...what you really want to know is... "What do we do when some team members and experts suggest the strategy of …

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Wait for Green Before You Go 32:37

4+ y ago32:37

32:37

This podcast is divided into two parts. Part 1: The first, clarifies why our primary job is to extend the green zone for optimal learning, even when it comes to placement decisions for children who qualify for early childhood special education. It will be a bit of an eye opener/conversation starter for those who think we're soothing the nervous sys…

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Three Strikes And You’re Out: Why We Don’t Use Behavior Charts With Children 37:05

5y ago37:05

37:05

If your behavior "management system" is public (verbal or visual), if it is whole group, or if it is highly symbolic, it's a practice that we can no longer engage in. Meaning...it's three strikes and you're out, behavior charts. In this episode, I unpack the top three reasons (ok five reasons) that behavior charts aren't effective in helping childr…

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The Slippery Slope of Screen Time: It's a balancing act for young children 31:26

5y ago31:26

31:26

In Episode 35, we dive into more of the practical stuff...and what to do with conflicting messages around screen time and young children. For example, what do we do when we want to limit screen time and we also want children to have technology literacy skills? There's an ancient parable about a farmer who lost his horse, and as As Heather Lanier sa…

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All Screens Aren't Created Equal 28:56

5y ago28:56

28:56

You've seen the posts right? The ones that talk about the dangers of screen time and children's brains. How caregivers are more interested in texting than connecting with their children. And how secondhand screen time is the new smoking epidemic. But what can you believe when it comes to children and screens? What about district policies that promo…

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Are You Teaching Coping Mechanisms or Strategies? 1:04:16

5y ago1:04:16

1:04:16

In this episode, I talk to Alyssa Blask Campbell about supporting and intentionally teaching self-regulation. Or as Alyssa would say, “Helping tiny humans process big emotions”. In this episode, we delve into the difference between coping mechanisms and coping strategies, what self-regulation is (and isn’t), and myths about how children learn to be…

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Creating Compassionate Kids 37:27

5+ y ago37:27

37:27

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Shauna Tominey about her book, Creating Compassionate Kids: Essential Conversations to Have with Young Children. The main purpose of her book is to support adults to build compassion and understanding through the conversations we have with children. What You Will Learn How to model compassion by letting children know …

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6 reasons why pacing guides (and other ploys to undermine teachers) won't improve student outcomes 20:44

5+ y ago20:44

20:44

In this episode you'll learn about my six reasons that pacing guides, and other means to standardized curriculum, won't help young children thrive in school or in life. This episode is for you if… You’ve ever asked, “Why do we use pacing guides in Pre-K?” You’ve helped create a pacing guide and were left feeling less than satisfied. You want to ens…

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How to select and implement the "best" curriculum for inclusive Pre-K classrooms 22:28

5+ y ago22:28

22:28

In this episode, I take on the topic of quality curriculum for inclusive Pre-K programs. And for those who think it comes in a "box" or is delivered to your door...it's not! This episode is for you if... you've ever asked, "What is the best curriculum to be using with young children?” you're currently in search of a curriculum, particularly for use…

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Stop, Think, Act: Promoting Self-regulation In Young Children 42:30

6y ago42:30

42:30

This Pre-K Teach & Play episode is for you if you are interested in learning more about the importance of self-regulation, about common myths or misperceptions about self-regulation, and why our job is critical in ensuring children’s success in school and of course in life. Your take away is that the brain areas associated with self-regulation are …

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A Fresh Look At Learning Centers 13:57

6+ y ago13:57

13:57

We all know that learning centers, and center time for that matter, play a key role in the delivery of early experiences for children. So what's the downside and how can they be improved to support wholeness and integrated brains? This episode is for you if: You'd like to take a more intentional look at how to best design learning centers You want …

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Seeing The Child Behind The Behavior 59:39

6+ y ago59:39

59:39

In this podcast episode, Laura Fish and I share how early educators can broaden their perspective around the "causes" for challenging behavior. You will learn how to discover the “why" behind a child's behavior. This episode is for you if you are interested in: Helping children remain the Green Zone (how to respond instead of react) Strengthening y…

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How to Stay Calm in the Chaos 48:19

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly When it Comes to Praise, Rewards, and Punishment 1:02:12

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Inclusive Tips and Solutions for Early Educators with Ijumma Jordan and Dr. Isela Garcia 50:26

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Evolution of the Brain and the Science of Stress with Dr. Stuart Shanker 42:40

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Below the Threshold of Your Awareness with Dr. Susan Hopkins 58:20

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Daring to be Yourself with Lisa Pepper-Satkin 42:24

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Dr. Isela Garcia And How to Lead With An Open Heart 39:26

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A Lesson In Humility 1:01:57

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Connections Over Compliance 56:31

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Transforming Challenging Behavior: It’s Mindset Before Methods! 38:27

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The Intersect of COVID-19, IDEA, and Pre-K 42:37

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How to support children and families with Pre-K programs are closed for an extended time 43:06

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The Power of Showing Up with Dr. Dan Siegel and Autism Expert Barb Avila 47:42

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The Plan Was To Ignore, So Why Are We Learning To Connect? 20:08

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Wait for Green Before You Go 32:37

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Three Strikes And You’re Out: Why We Don’t Use Behavior Charts With Children 37:05

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The Slippery Slope of Screen Time: It's a balancing act for young children 31:26

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All Screens Aren't Created Equal 28:56

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Are You Teaching Coping Mechanisms or Strategies? 1:04:16

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Creating Compassionate Kids 37:27

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6 reasons why pacing guides (and other ploys to undermine teachers) won't improve student outcomes 20:44

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How to select and implement the "best" curriculum for inclusive Pre-K classrooms 22:28

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Stop, Think, Act: Promoting Self-regulation In Young Children 42:30

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A Fresh Look At Learning Centers 13:57

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Seeing The Child Behind The Behavior 59:39

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