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Episode 4: The Kids are Ready for Summer - Are You? - For parents of young children (preschoolers + grades K-5)

Episode 4: The Kids are Ready for Summer - Are You? - For parents of young children (preschoolers + grades K-5)

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Summary:

You can make learning enjoyable, provide structure during Summer breaks, and empower your children to take charge of their experiences. Rebecca discusses tips for navigating transitions to Summer camps and balancing freedom with responsibility, along with strategies for engaging children in meaningful activities.

Takeaways:
  • Learning should be fun, not forced.
  • Children thrive on structure during summer.
  • Empower your child to review their camp experience.
  • Create a boredom list with your child.
  • Screen time should not be the default activity.
  • Keep bedtimes consistent during summer.
  • Make learning enjoyable to foster excitement.
  • Use specific questions to engage your child.
  • Structure your summer days for better experiences.
  • Encourage independence in play and activities.

Links to other companies/podcasts mentioned in Ep 4:
Mighty Bambinis Evelyn Nichols Parent-Child Forest Class in Marin

Pixel Parenting: Brains, Screens, and Connection with Rebecca Walsh on Spotify or Apple
Why Boredom is Good for Your Toddler (Pixel Parenting) - Listen on Spotify or Apple

Early Childhood Matters’ Summer Camps

Summer Brain Quest

Connect with us:

Website: earlychildhoodmatters...

Chapters
  • (00:01:40) - Balancing Learning and Fun for Kindergartener
  • (00:08:01) - Transitioning Between Summer Camps
  • (00:13:55) - Creating Structure in Unstructured Time
  • (00:21:02) - Managing Screen Time and Bedtime
  • (00:28:10) - Last Minute Camps and Activities
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