Falling for Learning Podcast
This podcast supports parents and caregivers in gaining the tools and information needed to keep the next generation on track for learning and on track for success! New episodes released Saturdays at 5 p.m. Pacific Time. Follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fallingforlearning/. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fallingforlearning/.
Episodes
In this episode, TD Flenaugh dives into the vital balancing act between home and school responsibilities, sharing practical insights for parents and teachers to foster children's independence, good habits, and love for learning. Discover how small daily steps can set children up for lifelong success.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: The importance of balancing home and school responsibilities
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Discover how different educational philosophies can transform homeschooling, making learning engaging, effective, and tailored to your child's interests. Tiffany shares insights on Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and more to help parents build a personalized learning journey.
Key Topics
The importance of starting with educational philosophies rather than fixed curricula
Montessori: hands-on...
Parents mean well.
But sometimes the way we were taught to “do school” is exactly what makes our children resist it.
In this episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast, TD Flenaugh and guest Lauren Moseley unpack a simple but powerful shift:
- What if homework wasn’t called homework?
- What if practice felt like play?
- What if 10 minutes a day could prevent summer slide?
Instead of drill and kill, they explore how ...
Sagie the Bookworm, a fourth grader, shares her love for reading and how she became a bookworm by reading in a tree at the park. She credits her reading journey to tutors Miss Harley Hartley and Miss Barber. Sagie discusses her summer activities, including dance camp to aid her track journey, inspired by her dad who was a top track athlete. She recommends the book "IRL" by Jenny Goell, describing its plot about...
Discover how one family combines sports, writing, and education to inspire young learners and parents alike. In this episode, Coach JoJo and his daughters Camille and Cameron share their stories of passion, resilience, and goal-setting that can motivate anyone to pursue their dreams.
Family of Influencers: Journey of Teaching, Writing, and Sports Success
Discover how one family combines sports, writing,...
TD Flenaugh discusses integrating AI into the writing process, using tools like otter.ai and chat GPT. Chat GPT assisted in categorizing expenses for taxes and creating a book cover. Flenaugh emphasizes responsible AI use, particularly in education, through a collaborative project with the California Writing Project. Students use AI to enhance their writing, but Flenaugh stresses the importance of maintaining personal in...
In episode 130 of Falling for Learning Podcast, Dr. Myava Clark shares inspiring insights, practical strategies, and resources for supporting neurodivergent children and their caregivers. Whether you’re navigating special education or social media safety, her expert advice empowers parents and educators alike.
Key Topics:
The importance of early support and intervention for children with developmental d...
This episode of Falling for Learning Podcast features Coach CC. She explains the importance of financial literacy for student athletes, the past financial struggles of student athletes, and how to secure NIL deals. Key takeaways include the significance of financial literacy for student athletes and the emphasis on engagement metrics over followers for social media deals. The conversation covers the importance of engagem...
Episode 128 – Critical Media Literacy (Part 2)
Welcome to the Falling for Learning Podcast! In this episode, host TD Flenaugh is joined by resource specialist teacher Christina Johnson.
The special segment contributor, Tiffany Curry, discusses the importance of critical media literacy and ways to empower children as thoughtful, creative, and critical consumers of media.
AI Tools
https://www.magicschool.ai/AI tool for cr...
The episode of Falling for Learning Podcast delves into the importance of media literacy for children, the role of parents and educators in fostering a love for learning, and the significance of critical media literacy for children's development. It also emphasizes the need to empower children to engage with media and advocate for themselves in social conversations.
Takeaways
- Media literacy is a cruci...
TD Flenaugh and guest Lauren Moseley discuss strategies for a strong start to the day, emphasizing the importance of setting a positive tone for learning. Moseley, a national board-certified teacher, shares her "Strong Start" program, which includes morning greetings, goal-setting, purposeful partnering, community-building activities, breathwork, and sending love. She highlights the impact of parental behavior ...
In this episode replay, we're sharing fun activities we can build into our holidays to strengthen family bonds and teach children about culture. We'll explore various family time ideas and fun family activities to create quality time together. Our goal is to help you in building strong family relationships through engaging and memorable experiences.
Flenaugh promotes her books, "The R.E.W.R.I.T.E....
In this final episode of the Falling for Learning podcast for 2025, TD Flenaugh reflects on personal milestones, including her birthday and the completion of her book. She emphasizes the importance of modeling life transitions for children, finishing strong in endeavors, and honoring the behind-the-scenes work that often goes unnoticed. The episode concludes with a call to celebrate achievements and a look ahead to futur...
In this episode of the "Falling for Learning" podcast, host TD Flenaugh delves into the themes of perseverance and stamina, drawing from personal experiences while writing the book "Little Mobile Home on the Tundra." TD shares insights on overcoming challenges, the importance of breaking tasks into manageable chunks, and the value of persistence in achieving long-term goals. The episode offers practic...
In this episode of the Falling for Learning podcast, TD Flenaugh reflects on personal growth, resilience, and the importance of celebrating wins. She shares her journey of renewing her national board certification, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Flenaugh emphasizes the significance of modeling resilience for children, celebrating achievements, and understanding that setbacks are part of the ...
TD Flenaugh discusses the importance of decodable passages and repeated readings to build reading fluency in children. Decodable passages contain spelling patterns children have learned, such as "cr" and "fr." Flenaugh emphasizes the need for multiple reads to help children recognize and sound out words. She suggests marking up the text with different colors or symbols to highlight patterns. Flenaugh ...
In this episode of the Falling for Learning podcast, TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the upcoming Thanksgiving break and the various school events leading up to it. They explore classroom dynamics, student engagement, and the importance of communication skills in education. The conversation also touches on instructional strategies, the balance between independence and support in learning, and the implications of t...
TD Flenaugh and Lauren Moseley discuss the importance of service learning and restorative justice in education. They highlight "Quilters," a Netflix documentary about inmates in a Missouri prison who learn to quilt and create weighted vests for foster children and those with autism, emphasizing the transformative power of giving back. They relate this to service learning projects in schools, where students enga...
Is your child the next big thing? Parents and educators can use these simple strategies to help children reach their full potential! TD Flenaugh and guest Albert Bramante discuss strategies for nurturing children's talents and overcoming self-doubt. Albert, a talent agent and performance coach, emphasizes the importance of fostering curiosity and involvement in various activities. He shares his journey from aspiring...
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