Learning & School
265: Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Kids Learn Best
Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek has spent 20+ years studying how kids learn. Her finding? The things that make play fun are the same things that build real knowledge.
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253: How to Do Homeschooling: A Former Teacher Explores Unschooling
Ever wondered about alternatives to traditional schooling? Join teacher-turned-parent Laura Moore as she explores unschooling, work-life balance, and preserving children’s curiosity outside conventional education.
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252: From ‘Be the Best’ Anxiety to Trusting Your Child’s Natural Learning
When Sara’s four-year-old started asking permission for art supplies he’d always freely used, she realized preschool was changing his natural curiosity.
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249: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 3): Should we ban cell phones in school?
Phone bans are sweeping schools nationwide, but the research reveals surprising truths about their effectiveness—and what students actually need to thrive academically.
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248: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 2): Does Social Media Actually Cause Kids’ Depression and Anxiety?
Social media’s link to teen depression isn’t as clear cut as you think; discover what research actually shows.
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