This episode provides a tongue in cheek literary device. The illusory sainthood reward for a devilish little boy.

This episode looks again at the school readiness checklist and in particular potty training. Claire, our Early teacher explains what is expected of your child when they start school when it comes to going to the toilet. She describes what the children can expect in class as well as how the teachers will help them. Lucy, our Nanny and Childminder then gives lots of great tips and information about how to get your children to the point where they are happy and confident when they start school.

In this episode of Grind Nation, Jayden sits down with former BYU and NFL standout Corbin Kaufusi to talk all about what it takes to succeed at every level. Corbin shares how adapting—both physically and mentally—was key to his journey from basketball to the NFL, and how young athletes can develop the same mindset.They dive into handling pressure, staying focused in the moment, overcoming comparison, and finding your why when things get tough. Corbin keeps it real with stories about switching teams, being the underdog, and why inner peace can be your biggest game-changer.“The better you can adapt, the more success you can have.” This is an episode every athlete needs to hear.

In this enlightening episode of Educator Yarns, host Jess Staines is joined by Bec Burch, founder of Bush Kindy Australia, to explore the powerful intersection between Aboriginal perspectives and sustainability practices in early childhood education. Together, they unpack the seven Rs of sustainability—rethink, refuse, reduce, reuse, repair, regift, and recycle—and how these principles can guide educators in teaching children to become mindful custodians of Country. This conversation delves deep into practical strategies for moving away from wasteful classroom practices towards more meaningful, culturally respectful approaches that honour Aboriginal connections to land. Bec and Jess share inspiring examples of how natural materials can become rich learning resources, the importance of ethical procurement that supports Aboriginal businesses, and how educators can critically reflect on their environmental impact in ways that respect the traditional owners of the land on which centres operate. Key Takeaways: The concept of "borrowing, using and returning" rather than "taking, making and wasting" provides a framework for sustainable practice that aligns with Aboriginal perspectives on caring for Country. Natural materials like fallen leaves, flowers, and branches offer open-ended learning opportunities that manufactured resources cannot match, supporting child-led practices central to both nature pedagogy and Aboriginal approaches. Rethinking conventional practices includes questioning whether maintenance routines (like removing fallen leaves and sticks) might be eliminating valuable natural learning resources. When using natural materials, educators should consider their impact—for example, covering gum nuts in glitter and glue prevents them from being respectfully returned to Country. Sustainability encompasses environmental, social, and economic dimensions, requiring educators to balance all three in their decision-making processes. Refusing to purchase from non-ethical sources or businesses that don't equitably remunerate Aboriginal people for their cultural knowledge supports social sustainability. Engaging with local Aboriginal community markets and events provides opportunities to procure authentic, place-based resources while building meaningful relationships. Many natural materials can serve multiple purposes in play scenarios (leaves as play money, food, or art materials), reducing the need for single-use commercial resources. Reducing consumption involves critical reflection about whether new purchases are necessary, as children often engage deeply with minimal materials, particularly in natural settings. Reusing and repurposing items (like turning old drawers into garden beds) demonstrates sustainable practices while sparking creativity and problem-solving. The seven Rs of sustainability offer early childhood educators a practical framework for embedding Aboriginal perspectives into everyday practice, moving beyond tokenistic approaches to deep, meaningful engagement with sustainability principles. By reimagining our relationship with materials, consumption, and waste through an Aboriginal lens, we can create more culturally responsive, environmentally conscious learning environments. Take time this week to audit one area of your practice—perhaps your art supplies or outdoor maintenance routines—and consider how you might apply these sustainability principles in ways that honour Aboriginal connections to Country and teach children to become the next generation of custodians. Access the episode resources here.

In this episode of The Children's Hour, we dig into the world of roots—how they feed plants, connect trees, and even store carbon to help our planet. Artist and educator Jane Westbrook shares her passion for roots, while Robin Wall Kimmerer and Monique Gray Smith introduce us to Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults, a book about Indigenous knowledge, science, and our relationship with nature. Through stories, music, and conversation, we learn how roots keep the Earth strong and how we can care for the plants that sustain us.

Learn the word "judicious" through a fun dialog between Maya and Cody.

Learn the word "conscientious" through a fun dialog between Maya and Cody.

On the first episode of Heart of Leominster, Public Schools Superintendent Robin Desmond interviews the person behind, Leominster Academy, Stephanie Potito.

This is the Final Section of the 'Spring' Edition of the Music Teaching Matters Podcast.

Born in Ireland, Jennie journeyed to the United States. Her passion for food and health set her on a career path that started as a hospital Clinical Dietitian, evolved into Nutrition Service Manager and Director at a school district, and currently as a state Child Nutrition Program staff. Join Rick & Michelle as they talk with Jennie Kolpak about how she literally defined what best-practice in farm to school procurement and promotions were in the early days of the movement. We would love to hear from you! Send us a message.