
Episode #8
S03 Ep. 8: The Biggest Mistake We Make When Planning Curriculum and What to Do Instead
Just in time for the new school year, Susie Beghin explores how observing children's natural play patterns and schemas can transform curriculum planning in early childhood education. She introduces practical resources to help educators support and extend children's learning through schema-based approaches. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the importance of observation in earlychildhood education 02:17 What children are already trying to learn 04:44 The power of noticing how children explore 06:05 Introduction to schemas as patterns of behavior 07:05 Planning around schemas to deepen engagement 08:12 Introducing the Learning Through Schemas resources 10:21 Supporting and extending schemas in curriculumplanning 12:42 Using resources to respond to children's play patterns 14:45 Practical steps for observing and supporting schemas 15:24 Closing thoughts and encouragement for educators






