Brenda Hawkins, a dedicated daycare owner from Maryland with over 30 years of experience, shares her insights into the world of early childhood education. She discusses the evolution of childcare, the importance of playful learning, and the bonds formed with children. Brenda humorously tackles the 'dope and drop' stereotype and recounts transformative experiences with kids, from meltdowns to joyful moments. Her passion for creating a nurturing environment shines through as she reflects on building trust with families and the challenges of maintaining care amidst health outbreaks.
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Pants on Head?
Brenda Hawkins begins each daycare day with an engaging question, like "Can I wear my pants on my head?".
This encourages playful exploration and learning, rather than just lecturing.
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Shift in Early Childhood Education
Brenda observes a shift in early childhood education from rote memorization to inquiry-based learning.
Children are encouraged to ask questions, experiment, and discover answers themselves.
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Challenging Child to Musician
Brenda's most challenging child, who cried constantly, later became a successful musician.
He jokingly credits his time at her daycare for his success.
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Singing cleanup songs, tiring out kids before naptime, and battling the "babysitter" stereotype with Brenda Hawkins, a daycare owner in Maryland. How has childcare changed over the years? And what is a "dope and drop"?
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