Episodes

  • 383: Plan Productive Struggles with Cynthia and Alison

    383: Plan Productive Struggles with Cynthia and Alison
    Jun 15 2026
    One of the cognitive skills we want to encourage in the early learning years is persistence. Intentional productive struggles help children to think more deeply and build persistence. Join Cynthia and Alison to learn the meaning of a productive struggle and how to plan for them.

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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    19 mins
  • 382: Combating Perfectionism in Early Learners with Cynthia and Alison

    382: Combating Perfectionism in Early Learners with Cynthia and Alison
    Jun 8 2026
    Have you encountered very young children who get upset when they are not perfect? Do you want to avoid creating perfectionism when interacting with young children? Join Cynthia and Alison for this listener-request-inspired episode focusing on strategies to deal with and avoid perfectionism.

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    19 mins
  • 381: More on Clean Up with Cynthia and Alison

    381: More on Clean Up with Cynthia and Alison
    Jun 1 2026
    Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what to do when the desire to avoid cleaning up becomes contagious in an early childhood setting.

    Note: The only AI used in this episode is the image - everything we say is all us humans!

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
    • Subscribe to Cynthia's SubStack for free to receive articles and more in your email: https://substack.com/@cynthiaterebush


    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    21 mins
  • REWIND: Sleep Habits with Cindy and Alison

    REWIND: Sleep Habits with Cindy and Alison
    May 25 2026
    It's Memorial Day in the United States, and so we have a rewind of the How Preschool Teachers Do It Podcast! Time-travel back with us to episode 233, originally released in 2023. We will be back with original episodes next week!

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    20 mins
  • 380: All About Childhood Loneliness with Cindy and Alison

    380: All About Childhood Loneliness with Cindy and Alison
    May 18 2026
    There are many reasons why a child may feel lonely, and they might not be able to express them. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about the signs, impact, and strategies related to childhood loneliness.

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    21 mins
  • 379: The Dangers of Crying It out with Cindy and Alison

    379: The Dangers of Crying It out with Cindy and Alison
    May 11 2026
    For generations, and still today, there has been a belief that young children need to "cry it out" when they are upset. We now know the long-term impact of crying it out on children's psyches as they head toward adulthood. Are you trying to get someone to understand why you don't let your child "cry it out?" Then, this episode is for you!

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    17 mins
  • 378: How They View You with CIndy and Alison

    378: How They View You with CIndy and Alison
    May 4 2026
    In this episode of the How Preschool Teachers Do It Podcast, Cynthia and Alison discuss the stages through which children perceive their caregivers. Join us to see you through their eyes and discover how we can support their changing perspectives on who we are and what we do for them.

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    21 mins
  • 377: Purpose, Not Paperwork: Understanding Standards with Cindy and Alison

    377: Purpose, Not Paperwork: Understanding Standards with Cindy and Alison
    Apr 27 2026
    Have you seen the standards that govern expectations for children's learning? Many people work with and raise young children without knowing the expectations for their learning and development. Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss the value of understanding the standards and how they impact early educators and families.

    • Check out our website: https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/
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    • Learn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities: https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA
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    18 mins