The Black Nanny

Welcome or welcome back! And a very Happy New Year to you. Come have a listen to what's been going on so you'll be in the know with what's to come!

Okay, okay, the secret is out! Tune in and let me explain why I've been the most horrible host!....And then go over to Instagram and like and follow...something like that...I promise, I'll get better with it 🤣

This King's obsession with this nutty sandwich spread will end in a sticky situation if he can't manage some self-control!

Just a little luck to start off your week!

I must have had the giggles this episode! Either that or I'm just so excited to be back with new episodes! Just a handful of minutes to catch you up and the rest for some funnies and a mini storytime. I'll see you next episode!

This one used to be a favorite of mine when I was a little kid. There was just somethin so hilarious about trying to stave illness to get out of school (which I never did!) Get a pre-rona chuckle from Shel Silverstein's "Sick"😷

Hello, hello my lovelies!! Boy have I missed you guys! So what's in store for this week here on the podcast☂️

Massively short. Massively funny. We will be back with a FULL episode next Tuesday!☂️

Schools may be on break, but a nanny's work is never done! Pushing Poetry is my series that highlights great poems for kids☂️

Ever been in a rotten mood and you just want to shout it to the masses?! Well then, do so.....and be poetic about it! 😉 Still pushing Poetry continues.

More Pushing Poetry! Here's a fun one for the week. Test your little ones' sarcasm meter......do they get it yet?

Yes it's more Shel Silverstein....don't worry, we'll switch it up soon enough!

Yes it's a big deal and no you should never skip out on your time with just you and your honey! Ive already preached about how modeling is important and the kiddos lives, no exception in this way either.

Still reading Shel Silverstein! Go on, I know you have at least ONE of his books in your home! If not go check it out at your library!

These stories are from all of my collective years as a nanny, but many will focus on the particular dynamic of the Black Nanny working in Missoula, Montana. Don't forget to join us over in Instagram @TheBlackNannyPodcast and give us some feedback on the storytime. Thank you again to all of you listening! Now go and listen some more.☂️

Hello, hello my lovelies! So sorry to have you all on hold again. Please forgive me while I prepare for international travel. A new episode will be up this week!

Sometimes we just get stuck, stuck in a bunch of Yuck. Good luck today, dont step in any Yuck!

Dont know how to set a baseline for reading? No worries, I got you! They out some Children's Poetry. It's the perfect introduction to kids with little exposure to full out storybooks. They're quick, quirky and perfect for letting kids be silly for a minute or two. I'm going to cover lots of poems, let's start with a fav, Hungry Mungry by Shel Silverstein! ☂️

While this is the fun part of it all, it is simultaneously the most important part of it all! Be enthusiastic about your trip, draw attention to your wins, shower the kids with praise while they successfully follow out all you've practice in real time. Celebrate when you arrive to your destination and once more when you're home. It's just that simple, but makes all the difference for repeat trips, events and activities. If you've listened to the entire Take Them Anywhere Series, CONGRATULATIONS!! You made it through! And now guess what? You can take that little one of your practically anywhere - piece of cake! Seriously, I want to thank everyone who has been tuning in. I'm glad this is helping you! I hope you'll continue to listen. Thanks again.

This one's a long one I'm afraid. I chunked it up so you can skip things that you feel you dont need. Seriously, I tried to keep this as short as I could but this step is important. It's an easy step, essentially, do what you practiced doing. Stay consistent and vigilant......CONSTANT VIGILANCE! My apologies, I've been reading HP Goblet of Fire to Bo on her podcast. Mad-Eye Moody. Mad. Eye. Moody. Anyways.m enjoy episode 2 in the series!☂️

A HUGE thank you and shoutout to those of you who have been listening from the very beginning!! A huge bear hug to my Zootown family, yall were so very open to me and I appreciate that. Smooches to all my Floridian supporters, mostly fam and friends, yall rock. And to everyone from Cali to Maharashtra, THANK YOU!!☂️

I'm super excited to release this 3 episode series that will make going on outings (yes, even new ones) a breeze! Trust me, I've chaperoned big groups of students in large and highly populated venues with ease. That ease came from using these same techniques I discuss in this series. It all begins here in episode one with preparation and practice. Let's get this series started!

Hello my lovelies! Here is the simplest way to boost sequencing and comprehension skills in reading. Treat this exercise like a template. Once your reader gets better at using this technique, you simply adjust it to fit their current skill level. Start here....and by the way, there's a video of this on the YouTube channel ☂️

A great big ol' welcome to all the new listeners and a quick shoutout too!

Hello, hello there you guys! After a short hiatus, I'm back and with new stuff in tow! I'm excited about the new year. If all goes well we are all in for some cool surprises. Let me fill you in! By the way, super-duper Black Nanny points if you can tell me where I got the title from. The only hint, a famous fictional lion said it.

This episode features a take on building and stretching your child's attention span. Try my tips and watch your little ones surprise you!

This is a great one that's a little longer than the average easy reader (but not much). It's another one of my special favorites. Grab your tea sets and your copy of A Bargain for Frances and let us know, would you rather be careful or friends?

Now that you are teaching reading lessons like a pros - let's review some exercises, practices, and activities that will strengthen your child's reading comprehension skills. We'll start with a good one to ease into, getting your child to re-tell a story they've read/heard!

On this episode we explore what a reading lesson is made of. With just a few simple focus points, you can teach this reading lesson to your kids. What's even better, once you get down these basics, you can apply it to ANY book on your child's shelf. Here are the building blocks for numerous lessons perfect for home.

Do you know this one? If you've been sleeping on this one I can understand why, but you must give it a try. Give the review a listen and decide if it'll make your book list (....don't forget to let me know what YOU thought about it!)

Hey there "For Edie Bo" folks! Glad you came over! Please, stay, give a listen, try the other episodes and leave some feedback for me! This is my version of a short storytime about how I came to be Edie Bo's nanny. You'll hear her name often on the podcast so you might as well get more understanding as to why you do. Thanks for listening!

Looking for a good book? I got you! As you might've guessed, I've read a heap load of books during my years as an educator and as a nanny. I've got my favorites. Some are the classics and some are rather obscure. Have you heard of this one?

You don't need to give up anything! No need to feel pressured into putting the kids in daycare. When you have a good nanny, you are paying for child care that includes proper socialization and minimal academic advancement for your kids.

Let's discuss how important the experience level of your nanny is.....I'll give you a hint - IT'S VERY IMPORTANT! While not the most important factor when choosing a nanny, the experience a child care provider brings to the table can make all the difference in the family dynamics. Listen to learn more!

Do you need a babysitter or a nanny? How do you choose which one you need and more importantly, which is better suited for your family? Let me help! Here are some tips to help you figure out which you need and should you choose a nanny, what you should look for and expect. Thanks for listening!

So who are you listening to? This pre-episode just gives you some information about your host, because why take any advice from someone you don't know anything about?! Give a listen and get to know a bit more about The Black Nanny. Thanks for listening!