Ep. 60: Building a Foundation of Faith through Play and Interaction with Hannah Collado

In this episode of 'Reimagined Childhood,' host Monica Healer, from Early Childhood Christian Network, discusses practical strategies for integrating faith into early childhood education with guest Hannah Collado. Hannah, with over a decade of experience and a master's in early childhood education, shares her thoughts on how faith formation extends beyond Bible stories and coloring sheets to impact every aspect of child development. Through meaningful interactions and play, she emphasizes that faith should be interwoven into all daily activities, thereby fostering a holistic development approach. The episode also explores the developmental stages of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, providing insights on how faith can be nurtured in alignment with their natural growth. Additionally, Hannah highlights valuable resources like Frolic and The Adapted Way that can aid educators and parents in supporting children's spiritual growth. The conversation serves as a reminder that faith is a continuous, all-encompassing part of life, encouraging listeners to be intentional about integrating it into everyday classroom interactions. 00:00 Introduction to Reimagined Childhood 00:41 Meet Our Guest: Hannah Collado 01:13 Understanding Faith Formation in Early Childhood 04:41 Integrating Faith into Daily Activities 13:34 Summer Conference Promo 15:32 Developmental Stages and Faith Formation 23:43 Practical Resources for Faith Formation 28:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Frolic early childhood resources and curriculum - https://www.wearesparkhouse.org/store/category/286738/Frolic The Adapted Way - resource for additional needs/disability ministries https://www.instagram.com/theadaptedway/ https://www.theadaptedway.com/