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School Shorts

Melissa Chan-Green
Reading
Structured Literacy
Mental Health
Education
Child Development
Writing
Bruce Cunningham
Teacher Training
Toni Street
Community Involvement
Teaching Methods
Abduction Awareness
Parent Involvement In Education
Parenting
Literacy
New Zealand
School Safety
Early Childhood Education
Structured Teaching Approach
Bite-Sized Learning Tips

School Shorts is the podcast for busy parents who want to help their children succeed in school.

Hosted by Melissa Chan-Green, a journalist and mum of two, this show covers practical tips on reading, writing, spelling, and maths for preschool and early school years.

Learn about structured literacy, phonics, and foundational maths skills like counting, patterns, and sequences, plus how to support... more

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The fascinating world of AI in education with Michael Johnston who has authored a report titled Opportunities and Risks of Generative Artificial Intelligence. Michael shares some thoughts about how relying too much on tech, like calculators or Google... more

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How kids are being introduced to the world of financial literacy with the help of ASB's GetWise program. Joined by guests Hamish Russell and Lucinda Howarth, the discussion delves into the importance of teaching financial skills to young students. We... more

Numicon is a maths teaching tool is a maths teaching tool that is used across the world and through thousands of schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. Catherine Huxford of the Edushop team explains how it is a multi-sensory approach that helps children vi... more

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How technology impacts kid's dopamine, attention span and language development with Dr Emma Woodward. As a Mum to four boys, Dr Woodward finds each of them have different needs, just as each of them are wired differently. So while this episode looks ... more

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Recent Guests

Te Ara
A character in the Big Little GetWise Show, serving as a co-host and representing a playful perspective on spending.
Episode: Get Wise! Teaching Kids About Money
Catherine Huxford
Expert in early childhood mathematics education
Episode: Numicon: Simple Steps to Loving MATHS ft Catherine Huxford
Jenny Turner
ADHD coach with personal experiences and insights into supporting individuals with ADHD in the workplace
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Episode: Support for ADHD in school and the workplace: ADHD Coach Jenny Turner
Jo Robertson
Expert in parenting and sex education
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Episode: Sex and Relationships Education with Jo Robertson
Ashleigh Gulliver
Secondary teacher with 15 years of experience, specializing in public speaking and communication
Episode: Raising Confident Speakers with Ashleigh Gulliver
Rhonda Filmer
Author of Neurodiversity and the Twice Exceptional Student, and former gifted and talented coordinator.
Episode: Is Your Child Twice Exceptional? Rhonda Filmer on 2E
Victoria Newport
Expert in child sleep management from Early Parenting
Early Parenting
Episode: BONUS: Daylight Savings Sleep Tips with Victoria Newport
Lorraine Hammond
Leading expert in literacy education
Episode: Critical Skills for Spelling: Literacy Expert Lorraine Hammond
Elaine Reese
Expert in oral language development and involved in groundbreaking studies.
Educator and Researcher, Dunedin Study
Episode: The Pre-School Secret to Success: Oral Language with Elaine Reese

Host

Melissa Chan-Green
Host and journalist, passionate about education and parenting with a focus on practical advice for families.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
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Listeners Say

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Offers practical tips for parents navigating children's education.
Concise and informative discussions relevant to busy families.
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Get Wise! Teaching Kids About Money
Q: Why do you think it is important to build those financial skills and have those discussions early in kids?
Because money skills are life skills and essential for setting children up for future success.
Get Wise! Teaching Kids About Money
Q: What does banking and financial education look like in schools now?
Kids are more used to tap and go, in-app purchases; the education system tries to link money concepts into social sciences or maths.
Get Wise! Teaching Kids About Money
Q: What advice would you have for parents who want to open conversations about financial literacy at home?
It depends on the children's age; involve them in discussions and being transparent about money concepts.
Raising Confident Speakers with Ashleigh Gulliver
Q: What are some of the things you could say as a parent to encourage your child to be confident?
Modeling communication and using open-ended questions at home is crucial for building a child's confidence.
Raising Confident Speakers with Ashleigh Gulliver
Q: What kinds of benefits do you think it has?
The benefits of drama education include improved oral language skills, confidence in presenting, and emotional regulation.

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This podcast focuses on providing parents with practical strategies and advice to enhance their children's educational experiences, particularly in preschool and early school years. Topics often encompass essentials like reading, writing, spelling, and foundational math skills such as counting and pattern recognition. The discussions are grounded in structured approaches and evidence-based methods, allowing parents to engage effectively with their children's learning processes. Notably, the format is designed for busy parents, delivering concise and actionable content that fits into their hectic lives, making it a unique resource for family-oriented education.

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School Shorts launched 10 months ago and published 46 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on School Shorts include:

1. Te Ara
2. Catherine Huxford
3. Jenny Turner
4. Jo Robertson
5. Ashleigh Gulliver
6. Rhonda Filmer
7. Victoria Newport
8. Lorraine Hammond

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