by The Special Ed Strategist Podcast
The IEP process and the world of special education can be confusing and overwhelming for parents, teachers, and students, alike. But it doesn’t have to be! Learning Essentials has teamed up with experts to give you valuable insights into the IEP process and the world of special education —and it’s free! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P as she hosts educators, psychologists, and other medical providers who provide pro tips on what to ask, what to bring, and what to take away from your next special education interaction. This is a podcast series you will not want to miss!
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April 15, 2025
<div>Feeling overwhelmed by your child’s sensory needs? In Part 2 of our conversation, sensory integration expert Carol Kranowitz returns to share practical, joyful strategies to help your child feel more confident and connected. From Ziploc paint bags to backyard crash pads, this episode is filled with simple tools to bring calm, play, and purpose into your day. Missed Part 1? Be sure to go back and catch it first!<br> <br> <strong>About the Guest:<br> </strong>Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A., is a pioneer in sensory integration education and author of the bestselling The Out-of-Sync Child. Her newest book, Good Times with Out-of-Sync Grandkids (coming March 2025), continues her mission to help families make sense of sensory challenges through play.<br> <br> <strong>3 Key Takeaways:</strong> </div> <ul> <li>Behavior is communication — learn to spot what your child avoids, seeks, and finds calming.<br> <br> </li> <li>“Just right” challenges build skills and self-esteem (think pushing a laundry basket, not scrolling a tablet).<br> <br> </li> <li>Everyday items like rope, paint, and pebbles can become powerful sensory tools.</li> </ul> <div> <br> <strong>Contact Wendy Taylor<br> </strong>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/learningessentials/"> @learningessentials<br> </a> LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-taylor-7106b6a6/"> Wendy Taylor<br> </a> Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TutoringLE"> Learning Essentials<br> </a> Website:<a href="http://www.learningessentialsedu.com"> LearningEssentialsEDU.com<br> </a> Check out Wendy's course:<a href="https://learningessentialsedu.com/course/"> Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility<br> </a><br> <strong>Listen & Subscribe:<br> </strong>Apple Podcasts:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-special-ed-strategist-podcast-with-wendy-taylor-m-ed-et-p/id1639953041"> The Special Ed Strategist<br> </a> Other platforms:<a href="https://pod.link/1639953041"> https://pod.link/1639953041<br> </a><br> <strong>Connect with Carol Kranowitz:<br> </strong>Website:<a href="https://out-of-sync-child.com"> https://out-of-sync-child.com<br> </a>Book coming soon: Good Times with Out-of-Sync Grandkids (March 2025)<br> <br> <strong>Want to Learn More?<br> </strong><br> </div> <ul> <li> <a href="https://out-of-sync-child.com">The Out-of-Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz<br> <br> </a><br> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.spdstar.org/">STAR Institute for Sensory Processing<br> <br> </a><br> </li> <li><a href="https://www.sensoryintegration.org.uk/">Sensory Integration Education</a></li> </ul> <div> <br> <a href="https://youtu.be/B7Up1yMqNTA"><strong>Watch the live presentation on YouTube</strong></a><br> <br> </div>
April 8, 2025
<div>What really makes a child "out of sync"? Wendy Taylor welcomes <strong>Carol Stock Kranowitz</strong>, renowned author of The Out-of-Sync Child, for an inspiring and practical conversation about sensory processing differences. With her signature warmth and wisdom, Carol explains how to identify sensory challenges, how they show up in everyday behavior, and what you can do to help. This episode is packed with aha-moments and activities that bring joy, connection, and movement back into learning.<br> <br> <strong>Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A.</strong> is a pioneering voice in understanding Sensory Processing Differences. With over 25 years as a preschool teacher, her personal curiosity led her to write The Out-of-Sync Child, which has sold over 1 million copies and been translated into 16+ languages. Carol is also the author of several companion books focused on play, movement, and sensory-rich activities that support child development.<br> <br> <strong>Top 3 Takeaways from This Episode:</strong> </div> <ol> <li> <strong>Put on Your “Sensory Spectacles”:</strong> Carol urges listeners to become curious observers of their children’s behavior—what sensory input are they avoiding or craving?</li> <li> <strong>Movement is the Key to Learning:</strong> Small, consistent "heavy work" activities like pushing, pulling, and stretching can help regulate the nervous system and improve focus.</li> <li> <strong>Play Is Powerful:</strong> From painting with shaving cream to using inner tubes as resistance tools, everyday objects become magical learning tools for sensory exploration and growth.</li> </ol> <div><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></div> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Recognizing-Processing/dp/0399531653">The Out-of-Sync Child</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Has-Fun/dp/0399532714">The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Growing-In-Sync-Child-Activities-Develop/dp/0399167822">Growing an In-Sync Child</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Good-Times-Out-Sync-Grandkids-Activities/dp/1935567782">Good Times with Out-of-Sync Grandkids</a></li> </ul> <div><strong>Contact Host Wendy Taylor:</strong></div> <ul> <li>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/learningessentials/"> @learningessentials</a> </li> <li>LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-taylor-7106b6a6/"> Wendy Taylor</a> </li> <li>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TutoringLE"> TutoringLE</a> </li> <li>Website:<a href="https://www.learningessentialsedu.com"> LearningEssentialsEDU.com</a> </li> <li>Course:<a href="https://learningessentialsedu.com/course/"> Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility</a> </li> </ul> <div><strong>Listen & Subscribe:</strong></div> <ul> <li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-special-ed-strategist-podcast-with-wendy-taylor-m-ed-et-p/id1639953041">Apple Podcasts</a></li> <li><a href="https://pod.link/1639953041">Spotify / All Platforms</a></li> </ul>
April 1, 2025
<div>Confused about the difference between accommodations and modifications? You’re not alone. In this solo episode, Wendy Taylor, certified Educational Therapist and IEP Coach, breaks down what these terms really mean, how they show up in IEPs and 504s, and why getting them right can make or break your child’s educational journey. Tune in to learn which questions to ask in meetings and how to advocate like a pro—without the jargon.<br> <br> Listen now and take the guesswork out of special education support!<br> <br> <strong>Connect with Wendy:<br> </strong>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/learningessentials/"> @learningessentials<br> </a> LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-taylor-7106b6a6/"> Wendy Taylor<br> </a> Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TutoringLE"> TutoringLE<br> </a> Website:<a href="http://www.learningessentialsedu.com"> LearningEssentialsEDU.com<br> </a><br> <strong>Need a roadmap to IEP eligibility?<br> </strong>Check out the course:<a href="https://learningessentialsedu.com/course/"> Cracking the Code</a> </div>
Emily Kircher-Morris
Lisa Lightner
Kirk Martin
The Childhood Collective
Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L
Dr. Becky Kennedy
Amplify Education
Rachel Harrington, COTA/L, AC & Jessica Hill, COTA/L
Anna Geiger
Tara Phillips
Glennon Doyle and Audacy
Inclusive Education Project
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