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Alfie Kohn

In this episode the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare revisits the topic of homework, with educator, author and advocate Alfie Kohn.Listen in to hear:What the research says about the impact of homework on academic learning, time management skills and school/home continuity3 reasons that we cling to homework in spite of what the research saysWhat the alternative to homework looks like Links for this episode:Alfie Kohn's Website: www.alfiekohn.orgAlfie Kohn on Twitter

In this episode the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare revisits the topic of homework, with educator, author and advocate Alfie Kohn. Listen in to hear:<ul><li>What the research says about the impact of homework on academic learning, time management skills and school/home continuity</li><li>3 reasons that we cling to homework in spite of what the research says</li><li>What the alternative to homework looks like </li></ul>Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.alfiekohn.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alfie Kohn's Website: www.alfiekohn.org</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/alfiekohn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alfie Kohn on Twitter</a></li></ul>

124: Questioning Homework with Alfie Kohn

Lisa Burman

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare speaks with Pedagocial Consultant Lisa Burman, about the roots of literacy. This conversation centres around three foundations of reading, writing and spelling -  symbolic play, oral language and mark making.Links for this episode:LisaBurman.com.auLisaBurman.thinkific.comLisa Burman on Facebook ('Lisa Burman  - Consulting in Pedagogical Growth')Literacy is the theme for this month's episodes. Subscribe to the Thriving Children Podcast via iTunes so that you don't miss other related topics.To subscribe to Clare's newsletter list, visit www.ThrivingChildren.com.auTo follow on Facebook, search for Thriving Children.

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare speaks with Pedagocial Consultant Lisa Burman, about the roots of literacy.  This conversation centres around three foundations of reading, writing and spelling -  symbolic play, oral language and mark making. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://lisaburman.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LisaBurman.com.au</a></li><li><a href="http://lisaburman.thinkific.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LisaBurman.thinkific.com</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LisaBurmanConsultinginPedagogicalChange/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lisa Burman on Facebook</a> ('Lisa Burman  - Consulting in Pedagogical Growth')</li></ul>Literacy is the theme for this month's episodes. Subscribe to the Thriving Children Podcast via iTunes so that you don't miss other related <a href="http://topics.To" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">topics.To</a> subscribe to Clare's newsletter list, visit <a href="http://www.thrivingchildren.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ThrivingChildren.com.au</a>To follow on Facebook, search for Thriving Children.

101: Playful Literacy with Lisa Burman

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats with the Queen of Commonsense, Maggie Dent. She is an author, educator and resilience specialist, passionate about the preservation of childhood. This is a deep and wide conversation that centers around the early academic push in our classrooms, to the detriment of children’s physical, social, emotional and language development. You’ll also be hearing the one change Maggie would create for today’s children, if she had a magic wand. Parents and educators, you won't be disappointed in this conversation. It's both informative and empowering. Links for this episode:Maggie’s WebsiteMaggie’s Facebook PageProtecting Childhood OrganisationClare’s WebsiteJoin Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook CommunityMusic by BenSound.com

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats with the Queen of Commonsense, Maggie Dent. She is an author, educator and resilience specialist, passionate about the preservation of childhood. This is a deep and wide conversation that centers around the early academic push in our classrooms, to the detriment of children’s physical, social, emotional and language development. You’ll also be hearing the one change Maggie would create for today’s children, if she had a magic wand. Parents and educators, you won't be disappointed in this conversation. It's both informative and empowering.  Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.maggiedent.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maggie’s Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MaggieDentAuthor/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maggie’s Facebook Page</a></li><li><a href="http://www.protectingchildhood.org/Home.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Protecting Childhood Organisation</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.thrivingchildren.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clare’s Website</a></li><li>Join <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1693287954296951/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook Community</a></li></ul>Music by <a href="http://BenSound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BenSound.com</a>

77: Schoolification with Maggie Dent

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats to Tom Hobson, also known as ‘Teacher Tom’.  Listen in to hear:What a Cooperative Preschool looks likeWhy a child’s learning agenda is of greater importance than an adultsHow to respond to conflict between childrenThe trend of school readiness and academic creepWhat the research says about early literacy learning (it’s not good)Tom’s learning from the children he teaches Links for this episode:Teacher Tom’s BlogInspired EC - Tom’s Tour Dates &amp; Locations (July/August 2017)Adelaide Event (Sponsored by Thriving Children)Join Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook Community Music by BenSound.com

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats to Tom Hobson, also known as ‘Teacher Tom’. Listen in to hear:<ul><li>What a Cooperative Preschool looks like</li><li>Why a child’s learning agenda is of greater importance than an adults</li><li>How to respond to conflict between children</li><li>The trend of school readiness and academic creep</li><li>What the research says about early literacy learning (it’s not good)</li><li>Tom’s learning from the children he teaches</li></ul> Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://teachertomsblog.blogspot.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teacher Tom’s Blog</a></li><li><a href="https://inspiredec.arlo.co/upcoming-courses" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Inspired EC - Tom’s Tour Dates &amp; Locations (July/August 2017)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/teacher-tom-in-adelaide-tickets-35684720961" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adelaide Event (Sponsored by Thriving Children)</a></li><li>Join <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1693287954296951/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook Community</a></li></ul> Music by <a href="http://BenSound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BenSound.com</a>

66: Child Led Learning with Teacher Tom

Bruce McLachlan

This episode of the Thriving Children Podcast is a game changer. I chat with Bruce McLachlan, Principal of Swanson School in New Zealand. It’s a setting also known as ‘the school with no rules’ (in the playground that is). Listen in to find out:What recess and lunchtime actually look like at SwansonHow ‘free play’ has unfolded over the years (including the response of parents and teachers in the early days)What yard duty now looks likeHow creating freedom in children’s playtime has lead to less bullying and more focus in the classroomThe first steps for others in removing ridiculous rules. My favourite quote from this episode: “We’ve stopped trusting children”. Links for this episode:No Rules School documentary on SBSSwanson School Website - Free PlayProject Play at Swanson School (article by Bruce)Join Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook CommunityMusic by BenSound.com

This episode of the Thriving Children Podcast is a game changer. I chat with Bruce McLachlan, Principal of Swanson School in New Zealand. It’s a setting also known as ‘the school with no rules’ (in the playground that is). Listen in to find out:<ul><li>What recess and lunchtime actually look like at Swanson</li><li>How ‘free play’ has unfolded over the years (including the response of parents and teachers in the early days)</li><li>What yard duty now looks like</li><li>How creating freedom in children’s playtime has lead to less bullying and more focus in the classroom</li><li>The first steps for others in removing ridiculous rules. </li></ul> My favourite quote from this episode: “We’ve stopped trusting children”. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.sbs.com.au/news/dateline/story/no-rules-school" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">No Rules School documentary on SBS</a></li><li><a href="http://www.swanson.school.nz/Site/Free_Play.ashx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Swanson School Website - Free Play</a></li><li><a href="https://museumvictoria.com.au/pages/53398/play_and_folklore_no61_april_2014.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Project Play at Swanson School (article by Bruce)</a></li><li>Join <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1693287954296951/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook Community</a></li></ul> Music by <a href="http://BenSound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BenSound.com</a>

63: Ridiculous Rules with Bruce McLachlan

Marc Armitage

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats with Marc Armitage, Playworker, Writer and Researcher in children’s play.This fascinating conversation gets into the nitty gritty of what playwork is, why children will always be found playing, the importance of flow, and why ‘learning through play’ is a trap.Links for this episode:Malarkey Playwork WebsiteMalarkey Playwork Facebook PageNational Play &amp; Playwork Conference Facebook PageBig 8 Event: Marc, Clare &amp; friends speaking about play and children with additional needsClare’s WebsiteClare’s Facebook PageMusic by BenSound.com

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats with Marc Armitage, Playworker, Writer and Researcher in children’s play.This fascinating conversation gets into the nitty gritty of what playwork is, why children will always be found playing, the importance of flow, and why ‘learning through play’ is a trap.Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.malarkeyplaywork.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malarkey Playwork Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/malarkeyplaywork/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malarkey Playwork Facebook Page</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NationalPLAYandPLAYworkConference/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Play &amp; Playwork Conference Facebook Page</a></li><li><a href="http://www.malarkeyplaywork.com.au/big-8-events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Big 8 Event:</a> Marc, Clare &amp; friends speaking about play and children with additional needs</li><li><a href="http://www.thriveeducationandwellness.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clare’s Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThriveEducationAndWellness" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clare’s Facebook Page</a></li></ul>Music by <a href="http://BenSound.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BenSound.com</a>

TCP 42: Playwork with Marc Armitage

The Thriving Children Podcast is a show for parents and educators, that shines the light on child development. Weaving its way through each episode is a central theme of movement, play and connection, crucial ingredients in the early years of life. Host Clare Crew is an early childhood and inclusive education teacher who specialises in the brain-body connection. She helps the children the system leaves behind, those with learning, attention and behavioural challenges. You can learn more about her or the podcast at www.ThrivingChildren.com.au

The Thriving Children Podcast is a show for parents and educators, that shines the light on child development. Weaving its way through each episode is a central theme of movement, play and connection, crucial ingredients in the early years of life. Host Clare Crew is an early childhood and inclusive education teacher who specialises in the brain-body connection. She helps the children the system leaves behind, those with learning, attention and behavioural challenges. You can learn more about her or the podcast at <a href="http://www.ThrivingChildren.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ThrivingChildren.com.au</a>

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