In Conversation Series-Stacy Benge

Exchange author, Stacy Benge, joins Academy Director, Julia Koumbassa, to dive into a conversation on her new book and how young children actually develop literacy.

Cultivating Professional Friendships: A Conversation with Diane Kashin

Author and retired professor, Diane Kashin, shares her research and work from her book on professional friendships in early childhood settings through a conversation with Academy Director, Julia Koumbassa.

In Conversation Series-Rusty Keeler

Rusty Keeler, designer, author, and play advocate, joins us to discuss risky play and natural playscape design.

In Conversation Series - Deborah McNelis

Deborah McNelis discusses Neuro-Nurturing and the First 60 Days movement, focused on strategies for nurturing the optimal development of babies and children beginning at birth.

In Conversation Series - Suzanne Axelsson

Suzanne Axelsson, educator, and author, will join us to chat about the Original Learning Approach, a new reflective practice inspired by Reggio Emilia and AnjiPlay.

In Conversation Series -Mini Minds Matter UK

Julie Robinson and Mandy Worsley, founders of Mini Minds Matter, will join us to discuss mindfulness and supporting young children's mental health and wellbeing.

In Conversation Series - Sandra Floyd, Studio Teacher

Sandra shares her reflections and practices as a Reggio Emilia-Inspired and anti-bias centered educator, mentor, and studio facilitator.

In Conversation Series - Nadia Jaboneta

Nadia Jaboneta, leader, educator, and author, chats about early learning, schema theory, social justice, and so much more!

In Conversation Series - Julie Bisson

Julie Bisson, Director of Epiphany Early Learning Preschool, will join us to chat about creating systems to support teachers and manage staffing for writing Learning Stories.

In Conversation Series - Dr. Rachel Larimore

Dr. Rachel Larimore, author of "Preschool Beyond Walls", will join us to discuss nature-based early learning practices.

In Conversation With Series - Carol Garboden Murray

A live interview-style conversation with Carol Garden Murray, author of "Illuminating Care: The Pedagogy and Practice of Care in Early Childhood Communities"

In Conversation With Series - Mike Browne and Nick Terrones

An interview with Mike Brown and Nick Terrones, the Napcast duo, and two male educators of color, who explore the intersection of race, culture, and identity in Early Childhood Education.

In Conversation With Series - Deb Curtis

An interview with Deb Curtis, co-author of many resourceful early childhood books, including “The Visionary Director,” “Art of Awareness,” and “Children’s Lively Minds”.