Chalk and Coffee
Welcome to Chalk and Coffee, the podcast for teachers, early career educators, and parents who are passionate about creating a thriving environment for children. Join host Shana Roberts—an experienced educator, parent, and author—as she explores the vital roles of teachers and parents in shaping young lives. Through insightful interviews with professionals, parents, and authors, you’ll gain valuable perspectives, effective teaching strategies, and innovative approaches to support children through life’s challenges. This podcast also features regular episodes tailored specifically for early career teachers. Shana is deeply passionate about supporting new educators as they navigate the early stages of their teaching journey. These episodes offer practical advice, real-world insights, and encouragement to help you thrive in the classroom. Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking for fresh inspiration, a parent seeking guidance, or an early career educator eager for support, Chalk and Coffee provides the tools and connections to empower you. Join us today—your next cup of inspiration is just a listen away!
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Friday Oct 04, 2024
Friday Oct 04, 2024
I am thrilled that in today's episode, I am joined by Ash who shares her teaching journey and experiences working as a casual relief and contract teacher. I hope our discussion can give beginning career teachers a different perspective as they begin their career.
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I love hearing people’s stories and would love to have you as a guest. If you would like to share your story and feature in an episode, please complete an expression of interest form.
Supporting Others
Here at Chalk and Coffee, we are all about supporting each other as parents, teachers, and anyone else who wants to help children thrive. One way I am trying to do that is by supporting new and early-career teachers.
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Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
In this episode, I chat with Emilie Tunstill, a published children’s book author, about her book The First Year. Audiobook reading starts at 26:29.
Book Summary
The First Year is a beautiful keepsake children’s book with a touching story about the adventures a mama and bub have together in the first year – the highs, lows and everything in between.Following their journey from birth to first birthday, it highlights the special bond between a mother and her new baby.Babies will enjoy listening to the heartfelt rhyming tale – feeling love and connection from their mums. At the same time, it helps new mums feel seen – normalising the challenges of that first year and celebrating the pure joy that a new baby brings.
Get in Contact with Emilie
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Instagram - @the_tunstill_tales
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TikTok - @the_tunstill_tales
When purchasing a copy of her book, all listeners can use the code COFFEE to get 10% off!
Let’s get into it!
Supporting Others
Here at Chalk and Coffee, we are all about supporting each other as parents, teachers, and anyone else who wants to help children thrive. One way I am trying to do that is by supporting new and early-career teachers.
Stay Connected
Please find all the information below to stay in the loop and join the Nurture Connect Play Community!
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Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Hello Everyone!
It's an honour to have you here with me for the first episode of Chalk and Coffee! Eep!
In this episode, I discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in children and how it contributes to their well-being and development.
Let’s get into it!
Links
Here are the links to the studies mentioned in the podcast episode about emotional intelligence and social-emotional learning for children:
The Future of Children: Social and Emotional Learning - This report discusses the development of SEL skills in schools and afterschool programs and emphasises the importance of professional development for adults working with children.
Evidence for Social and Emotional Learning in Schools - This report from the Learning Policy Institute highlights the evidence base for SEL programs in PreK–12 schools, showing their positive impact on academic performance, behaviour, and emotional well-being.
Implementing Social-Emotional Learning in the Elementary Classroom - This article outlines best practices and necessary components for successfully implementing SEL in elementary schools, including the importance of teacher preparation and creating a supportive learning environment.
Supporting Others
Here at Chalk and Coffee, we are all about supporting each other as parents, teachers, and anyone else who wants to help children thrive. One way I am trying to do that is by supporting new and early-career teachers.
Stay Connected
Please find all the information below to stay in the loop and join the Nurture Connect Play Community!
Visit my website
Find me on Instagram
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Friday Sep 06, 2024