Ep. 69: Reviving Classic Education Tools: Puppetry in Modern Classrooms with Michon Henegar
Description
In this episode of Reimagine Childhood, brought to you by the Early Childhood Christian Network, host Monica Healer discusses how to effectively engage young children using puppets with guest Michon Henneger. Michon, a seasoned educator and brain coach, shares insights on the historical success of puppets in educational settings and explains how modern classrooms can benefit from their use to enhance engagement, retention, and emotional development. They cover practical ideas for implementing puppetry, even on a budget, and highlight the significance of reviving classic teaching tools. The episode emphasizes the joy and impact of puppetry in early childhood education and offers actionable strategies for educators to incorporate puppets into their teaching methods.
00:00 Introduction to Reimagine Childhood
00:41 Meet Michon Henneger: Brain Coach Extraordinaire
01:10 The Power of Puppets in Early Childhood Education
04:11 Practical Puppet Strategies for the Classroom
09:11 Puppets on a Budget: Creative and Affordable Ideas
11:49 Regional Conference Promo
13:18 Encouraging Teachers to Use Puppets
21:11 What can we implement this week?
25:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with Michon at
https://www.prekplayday.com/ for early childhood curriculum
United States
