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Learn Play Thrive The Podcast

Simone Brand
Early Childhood Education
Child Development
Mindfulness
Social Emotional Development
School Readiness
Educational Leadership
School Transition
Reflective Practice
Creativity
Play
Learning
Brain Development
Play Types
Neural Pathways
Friendship
Social-Emotional Literacy
Educational Strategies
Professional Development
Children's Development
Mentorship

Welcome to Learn Play Thrive: The Podcast! Join us for expert insights and interviews, practical tips and inspiring stories in Early Childhood Education. Whether you are an educator or leader in the sector, this podcast is your go-to resource to discover strategies to foster learning, promote play and empower young minds to thrive.

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Latest Episodes

How do we unlock the joy of meaningful mark-making for every child? This week, we host Dr. Gai Lindsay, Senior Lecturer and long-time early childhood expert, whose research is dedicated to empowering visual arts learning.

Drawing inspiration from J... more

This exciting monthly mini-series, Navigating the NQS, continues with host Simone Brand who draws on 15 years of exceeding-rated leadership experience. In this episode, we explore Standard 1.2 – Practice, focusing on how educators facilitate and exte... more

We're hitting the floor at the Early Childhood Australia (ECA) National Conference 2025 in Perth! Host Simone Brand dives into the bustling Exhibition Hall to chat with the innovators, creators, and resource providers who are driving change in early ... more

Welcome back to Little Dreamers, the enchanting mini-series designed to bring calm and creativity to a young child's world! This month, get ready for an adventure as we climb aboard for a mindful journey about transport. Your preschooler will be gent... more

We're taking you live to Perth for the Early Childhood Australia (ECA) National Conference 2025! Learn Play Thrive host Simone Brand grabs the mic and dives into the heart of the sector, capturing the vibrant energy and vital conversations from educa... more

Ready to bring the magic of picture books into your early learning practice this festive season? Join Linda Harrison on Learn Play Thrive's Little Library as she talks with award-winning author Emma Bowd about her joyful new picture book, The Christm... more

Get ready for an eye-opening chat with Dr. Sharleen Keleher about disaster preparedness. Drawing from her extensive research and hands-on work with communities recovering from floods, fires, and cyclones, she shows us that disaster resilience educati... more

Get ready to get playful with our brand-new monthly mini-series, Play Provocations, dropping once a month on Tuesdays! Join your hosts, Linda Harrison and Lindsay Laing, two experienced Early Childhood Education teachers and consultants, as they take... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Denise Marrison
Founder of Six Bricks Learning, passionate about using play in learning.
Six Bricks Learning
Episode: 2025 ECA National Conference: Exhibiter Insights.mp3
Emma Peters
Early Years Partnership Manager for The Resilience Project, focused on mental health programs.
The Resilience Project
Episode: 2025 ECA National Conference: Exhibiter Insights.mp3
Melissa McKay
Supports early years learning services with affordable picture books.
Super Cheap Books
Episode: 2025 ECA National Conference: Exhibiter Insights.mp3
Emma Bowd
An internationally published and award-winning author and a dedicated literacy advocate, former occupational therapist.
HarperCollins Children's Books Australia
Episode: Little Library #7: The Christmas Tree Catastrophe
Dr. Sharleen Keleher
An educator, researcher and program leader focused on supporting young children's social and emotional well-being in disaster-affected communities.
Birdies Tree Early Learning Program
Episode: Empowering Young Children Through Hands-On Disaster Preparedness
David Gilkes
Highly respected early childhood educator with over 30 years of experience, awarded the National Excellence in Teaching Award for innovation in early childhood education.
Educator based in Hobart, Tasmania and Canberra, ACT
Episode: The Pedagogical Artistry of Shared Thinking
Tania Ingram
Award-winning author who has written books for children
Episode: Little Library #6: The Bug Book
Caterina Pennestri
Art educator and atelierista at St Peter's Girls Early Learning Centre, specializing in the Reggio Emilia approach
St Peter's Girls Early Learning Centre
Episode: Who is the Atelierista? The Heart of Creativity in Reggio Emilia
Paola Mercado
Consultant for Be You at Early Childhood Australia with a focus on mental well-being and holistic approaches.
Be You with Early Childhood Australia
Episode: The Be You Buzz: Educator Wellbeing Matters

Hosts

Simone
Host of a podcast focused on early childhood education, providing expert insights and facilitating thought-provoking discussions with guests in the sector.
Linda Harrison
Early Education Content Producer involved in discussions around early childhood literacy and engagement strategies with children.

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2025 ECA National Conference: Exhibiter Insights.mp3
Q: How do the principles of gratitude, empathy, mindfulness and emotional literacy in your program equip children?
They provide lifelong well-being habits through everyday practices that improve mental health.
2025 ECA National Conference: Exhibiter Insights.mp3
Q: What is the Six Bricks Learning Method?
It is a structured approach using LEGO-like bricks to develop foundational skills in children.
Little Library #7: The Christmas Tree Catastrophe
Q: Can you share the STEM elements in the story?
Emma explains how the story incorporates basic engineering concepts that young children can connect with, using experiential learning through the characters' attempts to balance the Christmas tree after it tips over.
Little Library #7: The Christmas Tree Catastrophe
Q: How did you intentionally weave messages of teamwork into the story?
Emma aimed to have the characters solve their problems independently, focusing on a quiet, calm observer as a hero to teach children about the importance of teamwork and quiet achievers in any community.
Little Library #7: The Christmas Tree Catastrophe
Q: What first sparked the idea for the book and what is the story about?
Emma reflects on her childhood when her sister brought home a kitten days before Christmas, which caused chaos in their home. This inspired her to create a story about a cat causing similar chaos during Christmas, exploring themes of teamwork and emotional literacy.

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What is Learn Play Thrive The Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast centers around early childhood education, providing expert insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories to empower educators and leaders in the sector. Episodes feature engaging discussions on a broad range of topics such as assessment processes, the role of play in learning, collaborative teaching methodologies, and the mental well-being of educators. Noteworthy elements include interviews with seasoned educators, artists, and mental health advocates, emphasizing the importance of creating nurturing environments for young children. By sharing diverse experiences and innovative strategies, the content aims to foster not just learning, but also personal growth for both educators and young learners.

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