Stories That Stick

Feb 25 2025 35 ep. 22 mins 1
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Join Laura, resident storyteller, as she shows you how oral stories inspire and captivate minds young and old. Tune in each week to hear a compelling story and join in meaningful conversations. Laura will be digging deep into the heart of storytelling: connection and listening. Come get lost in another world and discover how stories shape our lives.

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Bringing Joy to Early Literacy Learning

Feb 25 2025 40 mins  
Today, I’m joined by Beck Goodman who is an early childhood learning expert specializing in early literacy. Her company’s mission is to end the preschool power struggles around learning by equipping grownups with the tools they need to use play-based approaches that foster connection, not conflict. We discuss joy and child interest as the cornerstone to supporting early literac

Emergent Writing and Storytelling with Jenn Zollinger

Feb 04 2025 52 mins  
Today, I’m joined by Jenn Zollinger from Play Before Pencils to talk about emergent writing and its deep connection to storytelling. As an early childhood educator and advocate for play-based learning, Jenn shares how she transitioned from a teacher-led, academic-focused preschool setting to a more child-led, developmentally responsive approach. We explore the magic that happens

Navigating Developmentally Appropriate Early Literacy

Sep 10 2024 33 mins  
Jean-Mari Dagarin, from The Early Childhood POV, joins me today to talk about a growing concern in early education: 'schoolification'—the push to bring formal academic practices into early childhood spaces. With over 30 years of experience as an early childhood advocate, administrator, college professor, and developmentally appropriate practice expert, Jean Marie has seen firstha

Unpacking Early Childhood Literacy with Dr. Julia Lindsey

Sep 03 2024 37 mins  
In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Julia B. Lindsey, Ph.D., a leading expert in foundational literacy and the author of Reading Above the Fray: Research-based Routines for Developing Decoding Skills. With a wealth of experience as both an educator and researcher, Dr. Lindsey has made significant contributions to the field of literacy, including the creation of widely us

Promoting Anti-Bias Education Through Children's Literature with Dr. Jasmine Moses

Aug 06 2024 48 mins  
Laura welcomes Dr. Jasmine Moses, an anti-bias early childhood educator dedicated to promoting anti-bias and anti-racist practices within early childhood education. Jasmine shares insights into how anti-bias education can help raise more aware, kind, and forgiving children. This chat covers the importance of addressing biases, involving the community in this collective effort, and

Storytelling As A Means For Social Studies with Ashley Jefferson

Jul 30 2024 40 mins  
In this episode of “Stories That Stick,” Laura and Ms. Ashley chat about storytelling and how it supports children to learn about the world around them. Ashley is THE early childhood enthusiast and creator of Nguzo Babies. She’s dedicated to exposing children to new cultures and languages through storytelling and puppetry. Together Laura and Ashley explore how storytelling ca

Play and The Science of Reading in Homeschooling with Nyetta Holyfield

Jul 23 2024 36 mins  
In this episode of “Stories That Stick,” Laura and Nyetta chat about homeschooling with their children and how they understand the Science of Reading. Nyetta is the self-proclaimed Mom Playologist and founder of The Activity Playhouse. Nyetta shares about her journey as a stay-at-home mom and homeschooling parents that naturally learned the importance of play in children’s de

"Storytelling Time" - Tea & Honey: Part 2 with Jelly, Cookie, Coffee, & Syrup

Jul 17 2024 9 mins  
Tune in and listen as Laura shares part 2 to the story of Tea and Honey (listen to Tea & Honey: Part 1 first!)! She's fully invested in the family of robins that built a nest outside her kitchen window. Find out what happened after they built their nest. If you’re ready to start telling stories of your own, but need a little nudge, you can grab some story cards 

Empowering Children Through Storytelling and Play with Dr. Ben Mardell

Jul 16 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, Laura welcomes Dr. Ben Mardell, a mentor who has profoundly influenced her understanding of storytelling and story acting. Dr. Mardell, the Atelierista and Pedagogista at the Newtown School, shares his extensive experience in early childhood education. Together they talk about the excitement and learning that storytelling brings to young children. Highlights: 

Storytelling Time - "Race Car Driver"

May 22 2024 6 mins  
This story is for one of "Stories That Stick" biggest fans. Enjoy Manu, thanks for all your support. If you’re ready to start telling stories of your own, but need a little nudge, you can grab some story prompts here to help! Follow Laura on Instagram: @little.stories.that.stick Check out her stories on YouTube: Little Stories That Stick