School is about to start and we are getting supplies in backpacks, groceries in our fridge, uniforms washed and ready to go, and the panic is starting to creep its way into our home. There is a silver lining in this whole process, though. That is, at least we have our routines in check. In Episode 40, we’re kicking off our Back to School Series with an episode all about helping toddler and preschool parents establish a routine to ease their little ones into the school year. We’re talking about building an ideal morning and evening routine, incorporating learning and play into your routines, and healthy habits and practical tips for a smooth transition. These Parent Corner episodes are where I share my experiences and expertise as a teacher and parent to help you navigate this preschool journey.

Episode Highlights:

1. Building an ideal morning and evening routine

2. Incorporating learning and play into your routines

3. Healthy habits and practical tips for a smooth transition

Resources Mentioned:

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist

https://chantymacias.myflodesk.com/kreadiness

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

When we’re thinking about setting up our preschool classroom for back to school, sometimes we get so caught up in a theme or buying a ton of things for our classes that we may not actually need. In Episode 39, we’re breaking down the essentials of your preschool classroom decor AKA what you need, some budget-friendly options for you because we’re all in the business of saving money, and some common mistakes to avoid.

Episode Highlights:

1. The essentials of your preschool classroom decor AKA what you need

2. Budget-friendly options

3. Common mistakes to avoid

Resources Mentioned:

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist

https://chantymacias.myflodesk.com/kreadiness

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

It’s my birthday and to celebrate my 35 years of living this amazing life, I thought maybe we should do something fun on today’s episode. So, we’re going to do a deep dive and celebrate some of our 35 milestones and wins together! In Episode 38, we’re shaking things up today by talking about motherhood, teaching, and business. These Parent Corner episodes are where I share my experiences and expertise as a teacher and parent to help you navigate this preschool journey.

Episode Highlights:

1. Motherhood wins

2. Teaching wins

3. Business wins

Resources Mentioned:

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist

https://chantymacias.myflodesk.com/kreadiness

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

I’ve decided to create an episode for you each month all about preschool themes. We’re all about keeping it simple here, so let’s name this the Preschool Themes Series. I’ll give you theme examples for that month and ideas for activities that are already done for you. It’ll help get your planning, set-up, and prep done in record time. In Episode 37, I’m going to give you some super fun and easy summer themes to learn with and ideas of simple indoor and outdoor activities you can do with your little ones this summer.

Episode Highlights:

1. What thematic units are and how we use them

2. List of summer themes

3. Examples for indoor and outdoor activities that would make your theme really fun

Resources Mentioned:

Preschool Activity Packs

www.chantymacias.com/shop

Educate & Rejuvenate Conference

https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/?aff=168

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

In this Parent Corner episode, I’m joined by my incredible friend, Kelsey Sorenson, and we are talking all about how to create an intentional schedule and actually stick to it. We’re getting into how to manage urgent vs important tasks and the urgency matrix, creating an ideal week and planning out your weekly schedule.

Episode Highlights:

1. What an intentional schedule is and why parents need it
2. Managing urgent vs important tasks and the urgency matrix
3. Creating an ideal week and planning out our weekly schedule
4. Doing time audits
5. Why we feel so busy yet never get anything done
6. #1 tip for helping preschool parents

Connect with today's guest:

Book waitlist: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/op/educate-rejuvenate-book-waitlist-optin-org/?aff=168

Amazon link to book: https://www.amazon.com/Educate-Rejuvenate-Three-Step-Revitalize-Teaching-ebook/dp/B0D4N2JCP7/

Podcast: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/podcast/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/educateandrejuvenate/

Connect with your podcast host:

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

The kids are out of school, we get to make memories with them doing things we usually don’t have time to do throughout the school year, and we get to stay up late! So, what can we do this summer to help get our kiddos ready for school? In Episode 35, we’re talking about the exact areas you should focus on when getting your child ready for Kindergarten, strategies for us (parents) to use with our children to prepare them, and 3 ways you can focus on these skills this summer. These Parent Corner episodes are where I share my experiences and expertise as a teacher and parent to help you navigate this preschool journey.

Episode Highlights:

1. Kindergarten Readiness domains and areas of development

2. Strategies for us (parents) to use with our children to help them get ready for K

3. 3 ways you can focus on these skills this summer

Resources Mentioned:

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist

https://chantymacias.myflodesk.com/kreadiness

Preschool Activity Packs

www.chantymacias.com/shop/preschool

Episode 32-34

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

www.chantymacias.com/workshop

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

Let me paint a scene for you: it looks like Christmas threw up all over your house with toys everywhere, mismatched and loose socks in the drawers, half-eaten snacks in an open lunchbox, and why is that light always turned on!? Sound familiar? Yeah, this was my reality too! That is, of course, until my daughter (and my client’s son) learned some serious independence skills and we got it under control. In Episode 34, we’re talking about instilling independence, responsibility and confidence in our kiddos, a story about my client and her son who was struggling to show responsibility, and their success in overcoming their challenges. These Parent Corner episodes are where I share my experiences and expertise as a teacher and parent to help you navigate this preschool journey.

Episode Highlights:

1. Instilling independence, responsibility and confidence in our kiddos

2. A story about my client and her son who was struggling with responsibility

3. Their success in overcoming their challenges

Resources Mentioned:

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist

https://chantymacias.myflodesk.com/kreadiness

Preschool Activity Packs

www.chantymacias.com/shop/preschool

Episodes 32 + 33

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

www.chantymacias.com/workshop

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35

What if I told you we could create the perfect routine for your family right now and you would still have time to get all your household responsibilities done, have time for yourself, and you would be setting your child up for success WAY before they start Kindergarten? How awesome would that be? In Episode 31, we’re talking about creating your ideal homeschool routine for toddlers and preschoolers, my #1 tip for teaching your preschoolers at home, and 3 ways you can teach your littles while working a full-time job outside of your home. These Parent Corner episodes are where I share my experiences and expertise as a teacher and parent to help you navigate this preschool journey.

Episode Highlights:

1. Practical tips for building independence

2. Transitioning to Kindergarten and navigating pushback

3. Creating a support system

Resources Mentioned:

Kindergarten Readiness Checklist

https://chantymacias.myflodesk.com/kreadiness

Preschool Activity Packs

www.chantymacias.com/shop/preschool

Check out all of my favorites for preschool and beyond:

https://www.amazon.com/shop/chantymacias

Connect with your podcast host:

www.chantymacias.com/workshop

https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias

https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

This show/post may contain affiliate links. We only share what we absolutely love so if you decide you love it too, I may earn a small commission when you purchase from the link I shared. Thank you!

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your Kindergarten Readiness Checklist Today!

Did you grab your K readiness checklist yet? Teachers love having this tool on their desk because it tells them exactly what they should work on with their students and parents go WILD for this tool because it gives them easy strategies they can do at home with their littles. It walks you through the 7 areas of development so you can track progress and provide support along the way. Did I mention it’s free? Grab your copy of my Kinder Readiness Checklist so you can rest knowing your kiddos are prepared to rock Kindergarten. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6070813a1717a7a075fd2e35