Play Skillfully
Welcome to Play Skillfully, a podcast from the author of the award-winning curriculum A Year of Playing Skillfully and parent favorite, The Homegrown Preschooler. Join Kathy Eggers as she shares the latest research on the role of play and provides practical ideas to assist you in cultivating wonder and connection with your children.
Kathy is the author of A Year of Playing Skillfully, A Summer of Playing Skillfully, The Homegrown Preschooler and 101 Easy, Wacky, Crazy Activities for Young Children.
Podcasting since 2020 • 36 episodes
Play Skillfully
Latest Episodes
The Long Game of Play: A Mom's Story After 10 Years with A Year of Playing Skillfully
In this conversation, Kathy Eggers and Keri Vasek discuss the curriculum 'A Year of Playing Skillfully,' exploring its impact on homeschooling and child development. They emphasize the importance of play in learning, share personal...
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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39:44
A Conversation with Tanner Olson: Poet, Speaker, Author of All the Things I Say to God
In this engaging conversation, Kathy Eggers interviews Tanner Olson, a poet and author, about his journey to writing a children's book, All the Things I Say to God centered on prayer. They discuss the importance of teaching ...
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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28:07
Cultivating Compassion - Forgiveness - Character Builder Series - April
In this podcast episode, Kathy Eggers discusses the importance of teaching children about forgiveness, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. She emphasizes that forgiveness is not about excusing behavior but about understanding t...
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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18:11
Nurturing Helpfulness in Preschoolers: Character Builder Series
In this episode, Kathy Eggers discusses the importance of teaching helpfulness to children as a key character trait. She emphasizes the role of parents in modeling helpful behavior, engaging children in helpful activities, and providing develop...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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18:08
The Magic of Read-Aloud: Nurturing Young Minds Through Stories
In this engaging conversation, Kathy Eggers and Keri Vasek discuss the profound impact of reading aloud to children. They explore the emotional and educational benefits, including building connections, enhancing language development, and fo...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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33:10