Podcast by Tanager & Meraki Institute of Learning
10 June 2026
In this episode, we explore how to keep young children safe, supported, and growing in the summer without losing yourself to the pressure of making summer “magical.”
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03 June 2026
In this episode, we explore how children use movement to build their brains, regulate their bodies, and develop the foundations for later learning and how teachers can honor them in developmentally appropriate ways.
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27 May 2026
In this episode, we have a warm, practical look at how young children grow through movement from wobbly steps to fearless climbs. We explore what physical development really looks like, how to support safe risk-taking, and how to stay grounded as your child’s body and confidence grows.
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21 May 2026
In this episode, we take a quick, practical look at how communication develops in play-rich classrooms. Learn what communication looks like beyond words, how play fuels language growth, and how adults can model, narrate, and respond in way that build connection and confidence.
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13 May 2026
In this episode, we explore the many ways children communicate long before they speak and how parents can support early language development through simple, responsive interactions
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11 May 2026
In this episode, we explore what cognitive development really looks like in early childhood and how hands-on play, a thoughtful environment, and responsive adult support help children make sense of their world.
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