The ECE Classroom with Susie Beghin

S03 Ep 9: The Power of Nature Play with Rusty Keeler

Susie Beghin interviews Rusty Keeler, a natural playscape designer and advocate for outdoor play. He shares insights on connecting children with nature through play, the

S03 Ep. 8: The Biggest Mistake We Make When Planning Curriculum and What to Do Instead

Just in time for the new school year, Susie Beghin explores how observing children's natural play patterns and schemas can transform curriculum planning in early childhoo

S3 Ep. 7: What Your Children Are Trying to Tell You Through Their Play

Susie Beghin explores the importance of observing children'splay to understand their interests and developmental cues. What we often see as misbehaviour, is actually deep

S03 Ep. 6: Building Connection and Supporting Children with Autism

In this episode, Ramona Mathew, BCBA, from Spokes Autism Services shares insights with parents and educators about autism therapy, play-based learning, and building trust

S03 Ep. 5: From Exhausted to Empowered: Teaching Healthy Sleep Habits for Children

In this episode, Susie Beghin interviews Jackie Aviles, who shares her journey into sleep consulting and the importance of sleep for children. They discuss the impact of

S03 Ep. 4: Inside the Zones of Regulation: Helping Children Understand Their Emotions

In this episode, Susie Beghin interviews Emily Walz, theDirector of Learning at the Zones of Regulation. They discuss the importance of emotional regulation in early chil

S03 Ep. 3: The Power of Collective Giving: Inside 100 Women Who Care

This year, I'm proud to take part in Podcasthon, the world’s largest charity podcast event! I’ll be dedicating this episode of my podcast to support a charity and a cause

S03 Ep. 2: Why Finland Gets Early Learning Right (And What We Can Learn From It)

In this episode, Susie Beghin interviews Anu Guttorm, the owner of Moomin Language School, to explore the unique aspects of Finland's early childhood education system. Th

S03 Ep1: Screen Time Isn’t the Enemy: Here’s What Matters Instead

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin welcomes Will Maurer from Children's Media Research and Reform to discuss the critical topic of screen time

S02 Ep 12: Reflection on 2025 - 5 Lessons Learned

In this episode of the ECE Classroom Podcast, host SusieBeghin reflects on the past year, sharing highlights from 2025 episodes and the five lessons she's carrying forwar

S02 Ep 11: The Power of Partnership: Connecting Educators, Parents & Community

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host Susie Beghin is joined by Kate Woodward-Young and Carrie Casey from the Child Care Conversations podcast. They discuss

S02 Ep 10: Learn to Read in Motion: Teaching Literacy Through Movement

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin speaks with Stefanie Hohl from ABC See, Hear, Do about innovative strategies for teaching early literacy th

S02 Ep 9: Navigating September: Strategies for Educators

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin discusses the challenges and strategies for navigating the busy month of September in early childhood educa

S02 Ep. 8: Leadership in Early Childhood: Setting the Tone

In this episode, Susie Beghin and Erica Saccoccio discuss thevital role of play in early childhood education and the importance of leadership in fostering a supportive le

S02 Ep. 7: Teaching Kindness and Acceptance through Storytelling

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin speaks with Christine Devane, a former educator and author of the children's book 'Elephant Beach.' They

S02 Ep. 6: Welcoming, Celebrating and Transitioning: Summer in the ECE Classroom

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin discusses the importance of managing transitions during the summer months in daycare settings. She emphas

S2 Ep 5: Embracing Silliness and Songs in Early Childhood Education

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host Susie Beghin and guest Amanda Da Costa discuss the importance of embracing silliness in early childhood education. Th

S2 Ep 4: Circle Time Magic: Bringing Stories, Music and Movement to Life!

In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of every early childhood classroom and learning space—circle time! Susie talks to Jacky Sheppard, Early Years Consultant, a

S2 Ep. 3 - Rethinking Challenging Behaviour: A Person-Centered Approach to Early Childhood Education

In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin welcomes behaviour specialist Andy Baker to discuss effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors

S2 Ep 2 - The Science of Happiness in Early Childhood

In this episode of the ECE Classroom Podcast, host Susie Beghin interviews ECE Professor, Christine Zupo, about the Science of Happiness and its relevance to early childh