Blooming Curious

These days just about anyone who wants to get ahead and bring the best out of themselves has a coach.
Why should teachers be any different?
In today's episode Edwina explores why every teacher should consider getting a coach and why and how to integrate lessons that bring excitement back into the classroom and tick multiple curriculum outcomes.
Edwina also announces her new introductory coaching offer for teachers who want to get the best out of their teaching and learn how to integrate across the curriculum and get the support of a like minded planning buddy.
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In this episode of Blooming Curious, we discuss how Maslow's hierarchy of needs can be harnessed to motivate children to love learning. This discussion stems from a popular blog post on the same topic. We explore the hierarchy from the foundational requirements such as physiological needs and safety, to how love, belonging, and self-esteem play pivotal roles in setting kids up for success, ultimately leading to self-actualization and a genuine love of curiosity and learning. The episode also highlights practical strategies for parents and educators to nurture these needs.
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In this episode of Blooming Curious, we welcome Ben Scholl and David Berlinski, founders of Toolbox Education. They discuss their initiative to equip children with evidence-based tools for improving mental health in schools. The conversation covers the importance of social-emotional learning, strategies to help kids manage anxiety, regulate emotions, and resolve conflicts. The duo also emphasizes the evolving role of teachers in fostering students’ mental well-being and share useful tried and tested strategies that teachers and parents can implement to help children regulate emotions and deal with anxiety. Learn about Toolbox Education's workshops for students, parents, and educators, designed to provide ongoing support and skills for mental health and well-being.
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☕️ If you appreciate my work and want to encourage me to keep going, you can do so by buying me a coffee! Any contribution will be gratefully received and will certainly give me the support I need to keep going.☕️
00:00 Introduction to Blooming Curious00:03 Meet the Founders of Toolbox Education00:41 The Birth of Toolbox Education02:58 Mental Health Challenges in Classrooms03:50 Addressing Anxiety in Students05:01 The Importance of Outdoor Learning08:01 Communication and Conflict Resolution17:09 The Role of Emotional Regulation22:07 Understanding Emotional Regulation22:39 Physical Sensations of Emotions23:49 Teaching Kids to Recognize and Label Emotions24:32 Challenges in Emotional Awareness26:20 Conflict Resolution Techniques for Kids28:44 Tools for Educators and Parents31:00 Empowering Students with Self-Regulation34:32 The Evolving Role of Educators39:31 Parental Involvement in Emotional Development44:54 Toolbox Education Workshops and Resources46:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Blooming Curious, I welcome Sally Haughey, (pronounced Hoy) the founder and CEO of Wunderled, formerly known as Fairy Dust Teaching. Sally shares her journey from beginning her teaching career in 1996 to building a global community of over 240,000 educators across 120 countries. Sally Emphasises a play-based philosophy inspired by Waldorf and Reggio Emilia approaches, she discusses the profound impact of play on children's development and imagination. She reveals the inspiration behind the creation and evolution of Wunderled and highlights the core philosophy that champions curiosity-driven and wonder-based teaching. Sally also addresses the current challenges educators face, such as classroom management and emotional wellbeing, and provides strategies for incorporating play and building relationships with students. Tune in to learn more about Sally's upcoming projects, her vision for the future of education, and practical ways for educators to foster an engaging, play-centered learning environment.
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☕️ If you appreciate my work and want to encourage me to keep going, you can do so by buying me a coffee! Any contribution will be gratefully received and will certainly give me the support I need to keep going.☕️
00:00 Introduction to Sally Haughey and Wunderled01:23 The Birth of Fairy Dust Teaching03:23 The Evolution to Wunderled05:38 Core Philosophy of Wunderled07:06 Challenges in Traditional Education09:14 Play-Based Learning in Practice13:46 Balancing Curriculum and Play14:30 The Importance of Relationships in Education17:30 Empowering Educators and Students30:14 The Future of Education31:43 Introduction to Hummingbird Cottage32:59 The Importance of Meeting Children's Needs35:29 The Role of Play in Child Development38:00 Delaying Formal Education41:18 Parental Pressure and Educational Milestones44:32 The Movement Towards Homeschooling47:08 Challenges in Modern Education51:42 Empowering Educators with Play-Based Learning55:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

What are the predicted trends in Education for 2025 and beyond? Scouring the internet I found many, so in this episode I curate the top 5 that I think will probably stick and some of the negative impacts that these trends will have on our children.
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