How Great Projects Start: Listening to Kids and Sparking Lifelong Learning

The most powerful ideas often begin in the curious minds of children.   In this episode, early childhood expert Lesbiliz Dixon takes us inside her classroom to share how everyday sounds can turn into full-on learning adventures.  Children's curiosity becomes the heartbeat of innovation. Learn how to turn everyday questions like "why is the grass green?" into rich investigations at home using three simple steps: spark curiosity, research together, and create experiences. See how listening to kids can change the way we all learn.  See how listening to kids can change the way we all learn. Watch the episode of ▶️ How Great Projects Start: Listening to Kids and Sparking Lifelong Learning. Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Lesbiliz Dixon I have been happily married since 2015 and my husband and I have 2 beautiful daughters in elementary school. I enjoy discovering different foods and challenging my palate and my favorite flower is the sunflower. I was born in Puerto Rico with a long lineage of educators in my family. My passion for early childhood education is more than enjoying to play with the children, but to witness and be part of their development as they grow. I strive to find many opportunities for educators to become more educated on how to implement best practices in their classroom to assure positive learning outcomes for each child and to help equip families to cope with their challenges and help strengthen their child's development and skills. Young Innovators Academy is redefining early education by fostering an innovative mindset in children from infancy to school age. With a curriculum grounded in the latest brain research, the academy equips young learners with critical skills, attitudes, and values to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Teachers create hands-on, joy-filled learning environments where children tackle real-world challenges through creativity and collaboration. Leadership and staff are dedicated to continuous improvement, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere that inspires a lifelong love of learning. Website: https://www.younginnovatorsacademy.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/younginnovatorsacademy/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/younginnovatorsacademy/?hl=en   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YoungInnovatorsAcademy  Marnie Forestieri is a passionate advocate for reshaping education to meet the demands of tomorrow's workforce. With experience spanning classroom teaching, childcare administration, and entrepreneurial ventures, she has dedicated her career to empowering young minds. Marnie believes traditional education methods are insufficient for preparing children for the future, emphasizing the need for critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. Her work focuses on guiding parents and educators to foster skills that align with emerging technologies and dynamic career landscapes. Website:  https://marnieforestieri.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marnieforestieri/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnie-forestieri/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnie_forestieri/ #SparkChildCuriosity #LearningThroughArt #Drawing