
Welcome to Early Years Explorers, where play is serious business, curiosity is celebrated, and apparently where glitter makes everything better. I’m Afaf Zaidan, an early childhood educator with two decades of experience and self-proclaimed glitter magnet here to share the joy, chaos, and occasional sticky-fingered moments of the early years. Each episode takes you inside real classroom stories th... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 13 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Education | |||

In this episode of Early Years Explorers, host Afaf Zaidan unpacks what assessment really means in early childhood — beyond checklists and clipboards. From observing children’s play and curiosity to capturing learning through stories, Afaf explores h... more
Get ready to tap your toes and move your hearts! In this episode of Early Years Explorers, Afaf Zaidan dives into the rhythm and wonder of music and movement in early childhood. From spontaneous dance parties to the magic of a well-timed cleanup song... more
In this episode, we dive into one of the most important aspects of early childhood education — social-emotional development. From building friendships and learning to share, to managing big feelings and developing empathy, these early years lay the f... more
The first six weeks of preschool are a whirlwind — for teachers, parents, and especially for our tiny learners. In this episode of Early Years Explorers, Afaf Zaidan dives into the ups, downs, and unexpected moments that make this “settling-in” perio... more
In this playful and thought-provoking episode, we dive into the magical world of manipulatives and loose parts in early childhood education. How do simple materials like buttons, pebbles, lids, or fabric scraps spark complex thinking and creativity i... more
In this episode of Early Years Explorers, we delve into a key question many educators and parents face: Should young children be playing, practicing—or both?
Join me as we unpack the importance of balancing free play with intentional practice in ear... more
Dive into Episode 7 of Early Years Explorers with me, Afaf Zaidan—“Little Listeners, Big Feelings.” We’re unpacking all those preschool moments that leave us equal parts “aww” and “argh”: banana-breakdown meltdowns, mini-dinosaur stomps, and the ever... more
Pack your (imaginary) bags and grab your glitter glue, because in this episode of Early Years Explorers, we’re traveling the world—without ever leaving the classroom!
Join host Afaf Zaidan as we dive into how preschoolers, snack crumbs and all, can b... more









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