Michael Kelly, Head of Infant Library at Tanglin Trust School
6 episodes
1 week ago
A podcast series brought to you by Tanglin Trust School’s Infant Library program, offering parents and educators engaging, research-based discussions about early childhood literacy, reading habits, and the transformative role of books in young children’s lives. Episodes delve into practical tips, thoughtful insights, and balanced perspectives on essential topics such as the benefits of reading aloud, managing screen time effectively, building meaningful home libraries, and nurturing a lifelong love of books. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance or an educator looking for fresh ideas, this series provides valuable inspiration to support young learners on their literacy journey.
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A podcast series brought to you by Tanglin Trust School’s Infant Library program, offering parents and educators engaging, research-based discussions about early childhood literacy, reading habits, and the transformative role of books in young children’s lives. Episodes delve into practical tips, thoughtful insights, and balanced perspectives on essential topics such as the benefits of reading aloud, managing screen time effectively, building meaningful home libraries, and nurturing a lifelong love of books. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance or an educator looking for fresh ideas, this series provides valuable inspiration to support young learners on their literacy journey.
In this episode of Tales and Tidbits, Tanglin Trust School librarian Michael Kelly welcomes Katie Cornes, Head of Integrated Technology, to challenge assumptions about screen time and shine a light on its purposeful potential. Picking up where the last episode, Pixels versus Pages, left off, Katie makes the case for how technology—when used with intention—can inspire creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration in young learners.
Together, they explore:
The difference between passive and purposeful screen time.
How screens can enhance learning without replacing the magic of real books.
Practical tips for parents to strike a healthy balance, including setting boundaries, co-viewing, and modeling positive habits.
From digital storytelling apps to interactive e-books, this conversation highlights how technology and books can work together to raise curious, thoughtful, and engaged learners. If you’ve ever wondered how to make screen time work for your child rather than against them, this episode is for you!
Tales and Tidbits
A podcast series brought to you by Tanglin Trust School’s Infant Library program, offering parents and educators engaging, research-based discussions about early childhood literacy, reading habits, and the transformative role of books in young children’s lives. Episodes delve into practical tips, thoughtful insights, and balanced perspectives on essential topics such as the benefits of reading aloud, managing screen time effectively, building meaningful home libraries, and nurturing a lifelong love of books. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance or an educator looking for fresh ideas, this series provides valuable inspiration to support young learners on their literacy journey.
