HeyJaredRoots and Wings
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.
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- Sep 22, 2026
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- Jul 15, 2026
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From the "Money Wall" to Allowances: Talking to Kids About Finances feat. Charles Floeckher (opens the original)
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Learn how to navigate the overwhelming world of family financial planning with certified financial professional Charles Floeckher. Discover why it's normal to feel financially "behind" and how to shift from comparing yourself to others to measuring your own progress. We discuss involving kids in money decisions, managing the stress of the sandwich generation, and why a financial plan is more like a flexible road trip than a rigid destination. Meet Our Guest: Charles Floeckher is a certified fina
TAKEAWAYS from Is Your Child Ready? Kindergarten Teachers Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. Butler Share the Truth About Readiness (opens the original)
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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
TAKEAWAYS from The Magic of Disney feat. Suzanne Sexton (opens the original)
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Discover how to transform high-stress Disney or Universal vacations into joyful family memories. Guest Suzanne Sexton shares insider secrets for navigating parks with preschoolers, including finding quiet zones and avoiding scary ride segments. Learn why using a professional travel planner is 100% free and how they save you time and money by monitoring prices and handling logistics. This episode helps you focus on the magic instead of the overwhelm. Meet Our Guest: Suzanne Sexton is a DIAMOND Ea
TAKEAWAYS from The Nourished Mindset: Grace Sanders on Raising Intuitive Eaters (opens the original)
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Join Fox Hill alum Grace Sanders, a clinical dietitian, as she explains how to transform stressful family mealtimes into positive experiences. Learn about the “Division of Responsibility,” where parents provide the food and kids choose how much to eat. Discover why the “Clean Plate Club” is a thing of the past, how to use neutral language for all foods, and how to involve children in meal prep to build healthy lifelong habits. Meet Our Guest: Grace Sanders, MS, RDN, LDN, is a Clinical Dietitian
TAKEAWAYS from Co-Authoring Confidence with Saina and Alicia Ramsdell (opens the original)
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Melanie Little welcomes back Fox Hill alum Saina Ramsdell and her mother, Alicia Ramsdell, CEO of Mindful Career Paths. They explore Alicia’s journey in career coaching and her TED talk on professional fulfillment. They also share the inspiring story behind their collaborative children's books, The One and Only Incredible ME! and Cluck Pup Cashew. Learn how to encourage your child's creativity and the importance of fostering a lifelong love for reading and self-discovery. Meet Our Guest: Alicia
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