Early literacy and instilling a love for learning in your kids

Early literacy: In this Episode: We are thrilled to introduce you to Susan Ramsay: Susan has long been inspired by children — their sense of wonder, their ways of seeing the world, and their joy in everyday moments. This inspiration led Susan to study and work in the field of children’s early learning for almost 30 years. Her work experiences have included teaching in childcare, early learning, and intergenerational programs, as well as kindergarten classrooms. She also worked with families and educators as a resource consultant, and as an early literacy specialist for 15 years. In each of these roles and contexts, her greatest teachers have been children who ground her practice in purpose and meaning.Susan values inclusion, democracy and justice for children, parents and communities. These values have found a home in Reggio-inspired philosophies and Susan continues to study this teaching philosophy with the Ontario Reggio Association.She is founder of Inspired to Learn – an online access point for parents and educators to explore ways of nurturing their children’s learning.Susan is co-founder of Early Learning Café an online gathering place for early learning educators to discuss teaching practices with leaders and thinkers in the field of early learning from around the world.We know you will be inspired by Susan's take on early education and how we, as parents, can help instill an early love for learning in our children.Susan's courses and free resources can be found here: https://www.inspiredtolearn.ca/about/@theperfectblend 's Parenting on Purpose is a podcast dedicated to empowering parents and guardians with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to raise happy, healthy, and resilient children while also prioritizing their own well-being. We believe that in order to be the best parents we can be, we must first take care of ourselves and continue to grow and develop as individuals. Our podcast covers a wide range of topics related to parenting, child development, and family dynamics, as well as self-care, stress management, and personal growth. We feature interviews with experts in the field of parenting, as well as real-life stories and experiences from other parents and guardians who are committed to thriving in all aspects of their lives. Our goal is to create a supportive community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for parenting and a commitment to personal growth and well-being. We believe that by focusing on our own health and development, we can create a more positive and nurturing environment for our children to thrive in. Join us on this journey of discovery and growth as we learn together how to be the best parents we can be while having loads of fun and adventures along the way! See what else we are up to: Our 15 year old recently challenged us to launch a healthy family snack brand. Challenges are serious business in our tribe! Check us out here: snacksbynature.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/656961322676933 Interested in learning more: join our e-mail list for updates and a free e-book on children nutrition: https://bit.ly/getyourbusyparentsguide