ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie
265: The Best Ways to Combine Play and Literacy for Early Learners with Melissa McCall
12 Aug 2025
Send us a textIn this episode of Child Care Conversations, you’ll meet Melissa McCall from North Carolina, who shares her journey blending play and literacy in early childhood education. Melissa opens up about her own daughter’s struggles with early reading skills during the pandemic and how that inspired her to champion play-based, research-backed learning. You’ll pick up practical tips for teachers and parents, learn why playful activities build strong literacy foundations, and discover resources to support your little learners. It’s a warm, insightful chat that’ll leave you feeling inspired and ready to try something new!Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖 Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals! Join our Podcast Newsletter! Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more. Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!
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