In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin speaks with Christine Devane, a former educator and author of the children's book 'Elephant Beach.'
They discuss the importance of storytelling in teaching children about kindness and acceptance, the themes present in Christine's book, and how to engage children in learning through interactive activities.
Christine shares her experiences as a teacher and how they influenced her writing, emphasizing the need to respect individual differences among children and the importance of fostering a love for reading.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:44 The Power of Storytelling in Teaching Kindness
04:43 Exploring 'Elephant Beach' and Its Themes
08:06 Classroom Experiences and Engaging Activities
9:43 Creating Story Kits for Enhanced Learning
11:18 The Significance of Elephants in Children's Literature
12:40 Influence of Teaching on Children's Literature
13:40 Teaching Empathy and Inclusion in Early Childhood
16:15 Respecting Individual Personalities in Education
19:30 Encouraging Lifelong Reading and Learning
24:10 Susie’s Reflections on Today’s Topic
About Christine DevaneChristine is the mom of three children, former early childhood educator and author of the children's book, "Elephant Beach". Her book is available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble online.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
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