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The Everything ECE Podcast

Carla Ward
Early Childhood Education
Child Development
Play-Based Learning
Professional Development
Literacy
Weapon Play
Teaching Strategies
Burnout
Boundaries
Play
Mental Health
Childhood Education
Family Communication
Consequences
Autonomy
Emotional Literacy
Reflective Practice
Language Development
Self-Esteem
Education

The Everything ECE Podcast is for early childhood educators, preschool teachers, and childcare professionals who want to grow intentionally and take meaningful action. Host Carla Ward shares real-life insights, expert interviews, and practical strategies to support your work in childcare centres, preschools, and kindergartens. From play-based learning to leadership, each episode helps you stay ins... more

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In this Dear Carla episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla responds to a letter from an educator in Finland who is struggling with guilt and frustration over not having enough time with the part-time children in their classroom.

Drawing from he... more

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla is joined by author, speaker and executive coach Kate Woodward Young for a conversation about the authority early childhood educators have already earned.

Kate has spent more than 30 years buildin... more

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla Ward welcomes Ann Kay, co-founder of the Rock 'n' Read Project, for a conversation about the connection between music, brain development and early literacy.

Together, they explore why singing, rhy... more

In this Dear Carla episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla responds to Boarded Out in Early Learning, who asks whether parent-governed boards are still an effective model for childcare organizations, particularly larger and multi-site centres.

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Ann Kay
Co-founder and education coordinator of the Rock 'n' Read Project; music teacher and choir director
Rock 'n' Read Project
Episode: #267: The Power of Music for Language and Literacy with Ann Kay
Vicki Salazar
Child care centre owner and parent who created The Educator's Table
The Educator's Table
Episode: #265: What Families and Educators Need from Each Other with Vicki and Emily of The Educator’s Table
Emily Massey
Early childhood educator who created The Educator's Table
The Educator's Table
Episode: #265: What Families and Educators Need from Each Other with Vicki and Emily of The Educator’s Table
Jessica Karpathios
Pedagogical leader and founder of The Curious Educator Collective
The Curious Educator Collective
Episode: #264: What Does a Pedagogical Leader Actually Do? with Jessica Karpathios
Pat Rumbaugh
Play Lady; founder of Let's Play America; author
Let's Play America
Episode: #261: Adults Need Play Too with Pat Rumbaugh
Cheryl Sutherland
Speaker, author and founder of PleaseNotes
PleaseNotes
Episode: #259: Building Self-Trust Through Journaling with Cheryl Sutherland
Saira Remtulla
Founder of Connected Start; educator with Toronto District School Board
Connected Start
Episode: #258: How to Have a Great Circle Time with Saira Remtulla
Hayley Peacock
Creator of Playoneering; CEO/founder of related educational ventures
Playoneering; Hayley Peacock Education
Episode: #255: Playoneering: The Future of Education with Hayley Peacock
Heather Jackson
Founder of The Sunflower School; mentor, researcher, and host of Actions of Play Podcast
The Sunflower School
Episode: #254: Building a Legacy with Heather Jackson

Host

Carla Ward
Host of The Everything ECE Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • A must for ECEs!

    Carla’s podcast breaks down the latest science and theories for early childhood education in this practical podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    livandluna
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this show!

    This show discusses all the topics that have to do with early childhood education and some. Super super insightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ispyrtoeducate
    Canada2 years ago

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Covers a broad range of timely topics from burnout to leadership in a supportive, practical way.
Guests bring actionable strategies that teachers can try next week.
Energetic host with practical, science-backed insights for everyday ECE work.

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#266: Are Parent-Governed Boards Still Working in Childcare? | Dear Carla
Q: I'd love a perspective on whether parent-governed boards are still an effective model for child care organizations, particularly larger or multi-site centers, and what alternative governance structures might work better.
Ward says parent-governed boards can be effective, but organizations should consider skills-based boards, parent advisory councils and structures suited to their legal and operational needs. She emphasizes clear boundaries between board governance and centre leadership, and respect for educators' professional expertise.
#267: The Power of Music for Language and Literacy with Ann Kay
Q: What is the connection between music-making and early literacy?
Kay says active singing and musical play develop sound processing, sound memory and language skills that support reading, while children need to participate rather than only listen.
#267: The Power of Music for Language and Literacy with Ann Kay
Q: How do we start bringing rhythm into our classrooms?
Kay suggests having children pat a steady beat to songs, clap the rhythm of words and syllables, and gradually try more complex activities such as walking to a beat.
#265: What Families and Educators Need from Each Other with Vicki and Emily of The Educator’s Table
Q: Where's the line? Is there a line? And how do we keep that line if there should be one?
Vicki suggests listening for what the parent needs, being clear about the limits of the educator's role, and referring them to suitable people or resources. Carla adds that educators need a transition plan so empathy does not turn into taking on every family's problems.
#265: What Families and Educators Need from Each Other with Vicki and Emily of The Educator’s Table
Q: How do you form that relationship without completely burning yourself out and still having enough time for the children?
Vicki recommends learning families' names, asking questions, and pushing through the initial discomfort while allowing relationships to develop organically. She stresses that connection should happen routinely, not only when there is a problem.

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The show targets early childhood professionals with practical, research-informed guidance on teaching, leadership, and program development. Episodes frequently center on hands-on strategies for play-based learning, classroom management, staff development, family engagement, and well-being for educators, often featuring seasoned practitioners and researchers. A notable strength is its diverse range of guest experts who translate theory into actionable techniques for classrooms, centers, and policy-influenced settings. Listeners can expect concrete tips, relatable anecdotes, and frameworks they can apply immediately, whether they're in classrooms, administrative roles, or pursuing growth as trainers, coaches, or consultants.

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Recent guests on The Everything ECE Podcast include:

1. Ann Kay
2. Vicki Salazar
3. Emily Massey
4. Jessica Karpathios
5. Pat Rumbaugh
6. Cheryl Sutherland
7. Saira Remtulla
8. Hayley Peacock

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