Elevating Early Childhood

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Are you ready to teach better, save time, and live more? Learn more about my membership program “Teaching Trailblazers” here: https://teachingtrailblazers.com/I'm Vanessa Levin and here on Elevating Early Childhood, we believe in leveling the playing field and bridging the gap between the world of preschool, pre-k, and K-12 education.

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  • dparisman
    thank you
    amazing information, clear and succinct. As someone who is beginning, I deeply appreciate sharing your knowledge. Thank you.
  • Jaimee Mac
    Elevating Early Childhood
    Have always loved and respected this podcast, and I’m enjoying the new short, “bite size” episodes that still pack a punch! Welcome back!
  • Jenny back up
    Awesome
    This is great that u have a couple of ways to listen, or watch. Topic to explore: if teachers are sending their kids away from group time but it’s not meant to “be a punishment”. If the kids can still see the book and still interact with the class, but they’re not sitting with them because of a behavior, is that still considered punishment?
  • Joy Anderson- Preschool System
    Best ECE podcast!!
    If you want to learn developmentally appropriate practice from an amazing leader, this is the podcast! I’ve known Vanessa since she first started Pre-K Pages back in the day, and she’s the real deal!! Love everything she does!
  • SamAnn25
    Awesome Tips for ECE Workers!!!
    Thanks for creating this podcast. It’s so relatable and bursting with actionable tips and suggestions. I work in an early childhood museum space and would love to hear tips you might have about interactions with littles who you might only see once and for a short amount of time. How do we as adults earn trust and accomplish goals if our time with young learners is fleeting? Thanks!
  • pacorcoran62
    So happy you have started this Podcast.
    Hi Vanessa, You are so good at explaining ECE. Have been binge listening from the beginning. I have been in the classroom since 1986, and have been practicing all the great skills you explain, for many years. You have such a great way of explaining things so that other teachers can understand why we do the things we do in the classroom. You have a great way of bringing things into reach so everyone can be a great Teacher of Young Children. You are a light in the dark of the chaos that can be in the classroom. Thank you Patricia Corcoran.
  • BX CE
    Really interesting!
    I love these podcasts! They are really interesting and very practical, especially for the new teacher I am :) I would love to hear a podcast on “ Parent teacher conferences” and how to talk to the parents about the “ difficult” students:). Thank you in advance! Cecilia
  • Janet Nicole
    Wonderful podcast!
    I’ve just discovered the Elevating Early Childhood podcast and appreciate the wisdom and professional advice Vanessa so freely shares with Early Childhood educators. She’s fun, light-hearted and portrays a deep love and respect for teachers, especially those teaching pre-K. Thank you for all of the generous gems you give to your listeners. Looking forward to more podcast episodes! @goldendaysathome
  • Tricia Brinson
    Bulletin boards
    I listened to this podcast and decided to give a child created bulletin board a try. We read the book The Shape of Things which turned shapes into objects. Then we made our own creations using shapes. It turned out great. The kids couldn’t make things fast enough. I posted the picture in my IG page @triciafsu
  • Hsurccm
    Love this podcast!
    I am learning so much and have even got my staff listening to learn more about what they can do with their kiddos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with others!
  • KrisABC123
    Emotional Literacy
    I learned lots of great tips about emotional literacy. I can’t wait to try some games with my kindergarten students. Thank you, Vanessa!
  • Mother of two LMRs
    Great information
    Great information from someone that has walked in my shoes! Honest and up to date advise!
  • LittleLena*
    You need this!
    I was THRILLED when I learned Vanessa was doing a Podcast. I listen while I grab a bite to eat and it gives me just enough info to act on or put into practice. She has her finger on the pulse of current best practices in ECE and I so appreciate that! Working in a PK through 12 private school, it is easy to feel I should be “conforming” to K standards. No! Thank you Vanessa for helping me sift out myths from truth and follow my gut for what is truly going to help my PK students.
  • The FirstFlappy Fan
    Excellent resource
    Vanessa is a veteran teacher, this podcast is full of useful resources! I’ve signed up for her newsletter and her teaching tribe group. She creates amazing ready to use resources. Her Soar to Success professional development is always thought provoking and interesting. I always come away with so many ideas to take into the classroom. I highly recommend this podcast and Vanessa Levin!
  • Hope-C89
    Wonderful!
    I’ve been following Prek Pages since I started teaching Prek four years ago! I’ve gotten so much information from her that helped me teach my kiddos and this podcast will help me out even more! Thank you!
  • Goodfril
    Goodfril
    Love this podcast! Even though I have been teaching for many many years, each episode gives me a simple refresher on what goes into making learning fun while establishing a organized and structured classroom for our little learners!
  • iluvclowning
    Great stuff
    I love Vanessa’s podcasts are the best!
  • Myster J & Mrs D
    Favorite Alphabet Activities
    Loved this podcast! So many great ideas to implement in my preschool classroom in the fall. Thank you Vanessa!
  • Naenjosh
    Wonderful Ideas!
    I have never been a podcast person, but I have found this one to be jam-packed with wonderful ideas! I have been listening to this as I fold laundry and I am finding the laundry isn’t getting done as quickly as I anticipated because I am wanting to write EVERYTHING she says down so I don’t forget!
  • PreKristen
    Informative
    I watch the podcasts on YouTube. Each one has easily implemented guidance. Vanessa generously provides resources that assist in teaching my students.
  • Fftggggt
    Helpful and encouraging
    I enjoyed your podcast and always look forward to see what is next. Keep my creative mind going and I appreciate the ideas so much!
  • pambishop21
    Alphabet Activities
    Loved this podcast but couldn’t find how to download the freebie ☹️
  • 19781013
    Associate Teacher @Leaguers, NJ
    Thanks for all the great advice and helpful tips. I also believe in working smarter, not harder. 👍🏼
  • Awslynch76
    Love this podcast
    Vanessa does such a wonderful job teaching us how to teach smarter! How do I download the freebies? I don’t see the link. Thank you!
  • LoveZyia
    Awesome
    Love Vanessa’s info and advice!
  • Srf32
    Hoping for More
    I have visited the website many times and have purchased some things along the way. I was really hoping there would be more action steps included in the episodes instead of sending us to things we can buy.
  • Ella106barton
    Perfect for pre k teachers
    I love listening to this podcast! It is fabulous. Thank you for all you are doing for pre k teachers
  • Fjdneicjdn
    New Podcast
    I have taken many of your trainings and loved every one so I am thrilled to find this podcast! Thank you for your words of wisdom and for giving me sound ideas to incorporate in my classroom! Jill Sundstrom
  • RJack81
    Such a gem! 💎
    Loving this podcast. Vanessa isn’t just an expert in her field, she truly cares about helping others be the best teachers they can be. I can’t wait for future episodes.
  • Colleen P1222
    Great information
    Vanessa has a wealth of knowledge in early education! I am a stay at home parent and have loved learning from Vanessa how to better teach my young girls. My oldest was so prepared for kindergarten and ENJOYED learning with Vanessa’s methods. I can’t wait for more podcasts!
  • Happy Teacher😀
    A terrific resource!
    I just watched the Podcasts on YouTube. They were amazing! I totally loved the videos and graphics you showed during your insightful discussions. The topics you covered were very helpful. I too had experiences when I first started teaching many many years ago where I had very little help or positive feedback. I had to rely on resource books and my imagination as well. I wish I had found a place like Pre-K Pages to help me back then. Now as a veteran teacher, I still need help, for I am always learning and trying to make my students’ learning experiences better and more meaningful to them. Thanks for all the wonderful resources!
  • k8sensei
    I feel seen!
    I can really relate to your story, Vanessa! Thank you for sharing and creating such a great community and wonderful resources. ~ ~ Kate in Tokyo
  • 777777777ha
    Love these Podcasts!
    Thank you for all the great information!
  • nennasilly
    Love it!
    Seriously love the podcast!
  • HeatherC425
    Love the helpful information.
    The information Vanessa shares has helped me tremendously.
  • paulamvial
    Vanessa
    Thank you for your knowledge and passion for pre-k Aged kids and their teachers
  • Parkplace616
    Learning the Alphabet
    This was extremely enlightening.
  • sewingwanda
    Loving the podcast!!
    Elevating Early Childhood podcast is terrific and excited to hear what future topics are. Love Vanessa’s positive approach and hearing her personal experiences!!
  • KellyL310
    Love!
    Vanessa I absolutely LOVE your podcast! I’m encouraging my team to listen too! I can’t wait for the Summit!
  • p#24
    Pam
    I’ve been following your prek pages for a year now and found your podcast this evening. Love it! Thanks so much. P#24
  • Preschool Panda Teacher
    ABCs
    This was so helpful on reaching the Alphabet. Thank you
  • pk kohola
    Elevating Early Childhood.
    I love your website and refer to it often. Thank you! I am inclined to like the podcast, but I am looking for actionable steps and tips to continue to improve my skills as a teacher. With me, you are preaching to the choir. I don’t need to be convinced to embrace a whole child, play-based approach to Early Education. I’m looking for inspiration! I hope as your podcast grows I will see more ideas that I can use to improve my classroom community. Good luck on this new endeavor- you are off to a good start!
  • prekJC
    Excited for all the gold nuggets!
    Yes! Great teachers need a community of like minded teachers for advice, communication, and collaboration. I’m a better Pre-K teacher because I have found my favorite support system in Pre-K Pages and Teaching Trailblazers! Now you’re sharing this fantastic podcast with us and, if I’m honest, I feel like you are in my classroom cheering me on every step of the way! I’m so excited and blessed to be a part of your teaching community and I look forward to all the gold nuggets of information you have to share!
  • Librarian Gram
    How to teach the alphabet
    Excellent information!
  • spongebob hater
    Thank you!
    Thank you for starting this podcast! I am excited to see what you will be discussing.
  • 77lorraine
    What a great start!
    Enjoyed listening and looking forward to more.
  • CheyM09
    So refreshing
    I love listening to these. It’s super refreshing and gives me a lot of think about heading into the new year. 🙌🙌🙌🙌
  • MRMorel
    So easy to listen to!
    Love everything Vanessa has to say! So much wisdom! Can’t wait to hear more from her!
  • ammitchell914
    Lifeline
    I have been teaching PreK for over twenty years and each time I listen to you I learn something new. Thanks for starting this podcast channel! Angela
  • #sCARE24
    Love the podcast idea!
    I listened to all 3 available podcasts at once. I can relate to the struggles of being the only teacher in the Early Childhood/preschool programs in schools so I know how important it is to connect with others who truly understand the importance early learning. I cannot wait for the next one. Thank you Vanessa for sharing your knowledge and connecting the early childhood community.
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