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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
Boundaries
Burnout
Play
Mental Health
Childhood Education
Family Communication
Consequences
Autonomy
Emotional Literacy
Reflective Practice
Self-Esteem
Encouragement
Self-Care

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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Latest Episodes

Self-care is often reduced to bubble baths, spa days, and treating yourself, but true self-care goes much deeper than that.

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla Ward shares a personal story about how years of ignoring her own well-be... more

#243: Why Movement Comes Before Mindfulness with Lisa Danahy

In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla Ward sits down with educator, author, yoga therapist, and founder of Create Calm, Lisa Danahy, to explore the powerful connection betwe... more

What if the music we grow up around shapes more than just our memories?

In this reflective solo episode, Carla Ward explores the powerful role music plays in childhood development, emotional regulation, identity formation, and the environments we cr... more

This week on The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla sits down with Laurent Li, an educator working both on the frontline with children and in post-secondary education, preparing future ECEs entering the field.

Together, they have an honest and reflective... more

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Laurent Li
Educator on the front lines with children who have special needs; part-time professor at Seneca in ECE
Bloorview School Authority; Seneca College
Episode: #241: The Basics We Cannot Afford to Lose in ECE with Laurent Li
Pete Moorhouse
early years creative consultant, researcher, author, and artist educator
University of Bristol; Associate trainer for Early Education; Froebel tutor
Episode: #239: Working with Wood in ECE with Pete Moorhouse
Danyah Miller
International award-winning storyteller, trainer, and author; artistic director of a theatre company
Danyah Miller's Storyteller/Theatre Work
Episode: #235: Oral Storytelling in ECE with Danyah Miller
Hasan Merali
Pediatric emergency physician at McMaster Children's Hospital and author of Sleep Well, Take Risks, Squish the Peas, Secrets from the Science of Toddlers for a Happier, More Successful Way of Life
McMaster University and McMaster Children's Hospital
Episode: #233: What Toddlers Know We’ve Forgotten with Dr. Hasan Merali
Gretchen Camp
Early childhood development educator with extensive classroom experience
Skill Building Parenting
Episode: #231: What Children’s Behaviour Is Really Telling Us with Gretchen Camp
Christine Devane
Children's author and former teacher
Episode: #229: Introverts, Extroverts & Big Feelings: The Power of Story in the Classroom with Christine Devane
Jennifer Fernandez
Early Childhood Education Strategist at School Specialty, with over 30 years of experience in education, specializing in classroom design.
School Specialty
Episode: #227: Classroom Environments That Support Independence, Regulation, and Learning with Jennifer Fernandez
Donna Skea
Founder of The Infinite Educator and an experienced early childhood educator.
The Infinite Educator
Episode: #225: How to Build a Community Classroom with Donna Skea
Monica Rollins
Well-being consultant and founder of Rooted Wellness Collective
Rooted Wellness Collective
Episode: #223: Building H.E.A.R.T.-Centered ECE Teams with Monica Rollins

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Carla Ward
Host of The Everything ECE Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 54 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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Great mix of research-backed ideas and everyday teaching stories
Guests bring diverse expertise and actionable tips
Encourages reflective practice and family partnerships
Helpful for prioritizing inclusion and leadership in early education
Thoughtful, practical insights for real classrooms

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#239: Working with Wood in ECE with Pete Moorhouse
Q: What does a starter toolkit look like and how should classrooms structure woodwork for beginners?
A minimal toolkit with short-handle hammers, pull saws, a small hand drill, and one-inch nails, plus a sturdy workbench, is enough to begin, with an emphasis on gradual introduction and guided practice.
#239: Working with Wood in ECE with Pete Moorhouse
Q: Where did woodworking first fit into your practice and why did you feel it was important to introduce it safely?
He discusses observing early curiosity and the shift from viewing young children as limited in what they can do to recognizing their capacity to engage safely with ergonomic tools, leading to safer, more empowering woodwork experiences.
#239: Working with Wood in ECE with Pete Moorhouse
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got into this work.
Pete describes a career path from working in high schools and public art projects to joining a kindergarten inspired by Reggio Emilia, ultimately embracing woodwork in early years and discovering a passion for hands-on creativity.
237: If Not You, Then Who? Taking Action in Education with Kisa Marx
Q: How can educators start moving forward without fear of backlash or 'cancel culture'?
Lead with conversation and collaboration, bring in research, and invite others to join in small, sustainable steps that protect children and advance equity.
237: If Not You, Then Who? Taking Action in Education with Kisa Marx
Q: What's our biggest problem right now?
Neutrality and the unwillingness to name and address the flaws in the education system, which blocks meaningful, systemic change.

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Recent guests on The Everything ECE Podcast include:

1. Laurent Li
2. Pete Moorhouse
3. Danyah Miller
4. Hasan Merali
5. Gretchen Camp
6. Christine Devane
7. Jennifer Fernandez
8. Donna Skea

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