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PLAY to Learn Homeschool Hub

Hosted by: Malia Phelps Waller

Welcome to "The PLAY to Learn Homeschool Hub Podcast," your exclusive REPLAY gateway to a vibrant community centered around playful learning and homeschool support, guided by the expertise of Malia Phelps Waller. Join...

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June 2023 Coffee Chat Q+A

Season #1 Episode #3

Listen in as you spend time reflecting on the past month! Make sure you check out the updates inside the HUB and introduce yourself in the circles. 
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June Guest Expert: Sarah Young on Advocating for Your Children in Busy Seasons

Season #1

It was such an honor to have Sarah Young come and talk with us about advocating for our children's needs in the busy summer season.  She had amazing insight on advocacy no matter the age of your child.  You can find...
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June Masterclass: Helping Our Kids Become a Summer Self Advocacy Superstar

Season #1 Episode #1

Make sure you listen to this exciting masterclass on teaching self-advocacy through emotional recognition, reflective questioning, and mindfulness activities. There are lots of recommendations for easy-to-implement...
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May 2023 Coffee Chat Q+A

Season #1 Episode #3

 Listen to this May 2023 Coffee Chat Q+A to help you reflect on your month and the end of the school year if you're breaking for Summer. We also have some new things coming to the hub in June. Stay tuned for more on...
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Leveraging Sensory Systems in your Homeschool with Dr. Sam Goldman

Season #1 Episode #2

Join us for a masterclass replay featuring the brilliant Dr. Samantha Goldman, Occupational Therapist, as she unveils a treasure trove of knowledge on the fascinating realm of sensory systems. Hold onto your hats,...
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Exploring the Senses: The Power of Sensory Play with Malia

Season #1 Episode #1

Adding sensory learning experiences to our daily homeschool rhythm is such a fun way to get everyone's needs met. Listen to the replay for loads of information on the benefits of sensory experiences and actionable...
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April Coffee Chat Q+A

Season #1

Coffee Chat Q+A! Beating Burnout EditionListen in for journal prompts to reflect on your month and plan for next month. This month we chatted about changing our mindset on what counts as learning activities for our...
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FUNctional Learning in the Kitchen with Christa Aylward

Season #1 Episode #2

Occupational therapist and award-winning baker, Christa Aylward popped by the hub to share all about the joys of baking with our kids and ALL of the educational skills that we are touching on while we are in the...
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April Masterclass: Teaching Executive Functioning Skills at Home

Season #1 Episode #1

Understand what executive functioning skills are and how you can work with your kids to grow their skills at home. Quick LinksBanana Bread Yoga Time Management Tools
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Benefits of Yoga and Meditation to Beat Burnout with Cayle Alldredge

Season #1 Episode #3

Listen in as Cayle and I chat about the benefits of yoga and meditation for your wellness.  In times of overwhelm, yoga and meditation can help you reset and refocus.  Try her meditative yin yoga practice today.  You...
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March Coffee Chat Q+A

Season #1 Episode #3

Coffee Chat Q+A! Beating Burnout EditionListen in for journal prompts to reflect on your month and plan next month. You can connect to the Kajabi video version here:...
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Playing with a Purpose with Malia

Season #1 Episode #1

This month is about the intro and deeper dive into setting up creative purposeful play activities for your kids. We dive into 4 of my favorite types of purposeful play: pretend play, small world play, STEAM (science,...
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