Roots and Wings
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<p>Roots & Wings, from the Fox Hill School and hosted by Melanie Little, serves parents of young children at Fox Hill and throughout the wider community. With over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, Melanie has built strong collaborations with educators, specialists, and families, and brings those connections to the podcast. Each episode offers trusted guidance, expert insights, and real-life conversations on child development, parenting, and early learning. Our mission is to nurture parents’ confidence, provide practical tools and encouragement, and strengthen the partnership between families and educators. By sharing knowledge, stories, and strategies, we help parents raise children who grow with strong roots of responsibility, independence, and self-confidence—and wings to thrive as lifelong learners in the world around them.</p>
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9/26/2025
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Recent Episodes
June 9, 2026
42 Years of Early Childhood Magic: A Conversation with Judy Gasinowski | Season 1 Finale
Join host Melanie Little and Judy Gasinowski, director of Great Beginnings Learning School, for a deep dive into 42 years of early childhood wisdom. We discuss the benefits of small, independently owned centers, the value of a full-day food program for busy families, and essential advice for parents searching for elusive infant care. Discover why play remains the heart of learning and how a nurturing, homey environment helps children thrive. Meet Our Guest: Judy Gasinowski is the director of Great Beginnings Learning School with over four decades of experience. Tip: "Learning never ends; every day you learn something new and enrich yourself through the journey with children." Top Takeaways Search for infant care very early and explore all options like large centers or nannies. Play is the most vital way for children to learn social skills and experiment. A school-provided food program significantly reduces morning stress for busy, working families. Helpful Links & Tools Resources: Great Beginnings Learning School 28 Water Street Danvers, MA 01923 Tel: (978) 777-3040 Great Beginnings Learning School's Website: https://www.greatbeginningsschool.com Great Beginnings Learning School's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Great-Beginnings-Learning-School-Danvers-MA/100063700565724 Fox Hill School Website: https://www.foxhill-school.com
May 26, 2026
Is Your Child Ready? Kindergarten Teachers Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. Butler Share the Truth About Readiness
Join Melanie Little as she sits down with veteran kindergarten teachers Mrs. Butler and Mrs. Roberts to demystify kindergarten readiness. From bathroom independence and following "group plans" to the importance of phonological awareness and number sense, this episode covers the essential social, emotional, and academic skills your child needs for a successful transition. Discover why it’s okay to let your child struggle a little and how everyday play is the best preparation for the big leap into elementary school. Meet Our Guest: Mrs. Butler and Mrs. Roberts are kindergarten teachers at Great Oak Elementary School. Tip: "Challenge your kid and let them struggle a little bit. It builds up their confidence and helps them realize they can do things on their own." Top Takeaways Independence in routines, like bathroom skills and cleaning up, is vital for classroom success. Phonological awareness—playing with sounds—is one of the strongest early predictors of reading success. Resiliency is built when children are allowed to struggle through challenges instead of being saved. Helpful Links & Tools Resources: Great Oak Elementary School 76 Pickering Street Danvers, MA 01923 Tel: (978) 774–2533 Great Oak Elementary School's Website: https://danverspublicschools.org/great-oak Fox Hill School Website: https://www.foxhill-school.com
May 12, 2026
Fitness Beyond the Gym: How Busy Parents Can Reclaim Their Health feat. Mark Cotreau and Spencer Vinton from Treehouse School of Fitness
Discover how to rethink fitness for the whole family with Mark Cotreau and Spencer Vinton from Treehouse School of Fitness. Learn why "a little bit is enough" when balancing busy schedules with movement. This episode explores the four pillars of longevity—sleep, nutrition, stress management, and exercise—while previewing exciting new summer programs for elementary-aged children. Find out how to stay mobile, reduce parent-related aches, and turn fitness into a fun, sustainable habit for everyone. Meet Our Guest: Mark Cotreau (Nurse/Coach) and Spencer Vinton (MBA/Head Coach) lead Treehouse School of Fitness. Tip: "Your mindset just has to be a little bit is enough; you’re going to build on that, and you're going to build on that a little bit." Top Takeaways Fitness includes sleep, nutrition, and stress management, not just the hours spent in the gym. For busy parents, even ten minutes of daily movement creates mental resiliency and sustainable habits. Summer programs at Treehouse focus on fun, social, and safe movement for elementary-aged future athletes. Helpful Links & Tools Resources: Mark Cotreau Personal trainer with a focus on mobility and longevity in all populations Mcotreau@gmail.com 978-869-0541 Spencer Vinton http://treehouse.fit coachspencer@treehouse.fit 121 Liberty Street, Danvers, MA 01923 978-705-9757 Treehouse's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treehouseschooloffitness Treehouse's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TreehouseSchoolofFitness Fox Hill School Website: https://www.foxhill-school.com
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- What is Roots and Wings?
<p>Roots & Wings, from the Fox Hill School and hosted by Melanie Little, serves parents of young children at Fox Hill and throughout the wider community. With over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, Melanie has built strong collaborations with educators, specialists, and families, and brings those connections to the podcast. Each episode offers trusted guidance, expert insights, and real-life conversations on child development, parenting, and early learning. Our mission is to nurture parents’ confidence, provide practical tools and encouragement, and strengthen the partnership between families and educators. By sharing knowledge, stories, and strategies, we help parents raise children who grow with strong roots of responsibility, independence, and self-confidence—and wings to thrive as lifelong learners in the world around them.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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