STEM-Ready Kids | S.17 Ep.5

STEM-Ready Kids | S.17 Ep.5

Author: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach December 4, 2025 Duration: 39:06
We dive into raising STEM-ready kids by encouraging exploration and innovation at school, after school, and at home. NASA Iowa Space Grant Director Sara Nelson unpacks integrated STEM and project-based learning, plus what to look for in quality programs. Support the show Send us an email: parenting@iastate.edu. Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.ias...

Parenting is a journey filled with unexpected turns, from navigating a toddler's big emotions to finding connection with a withdrawn teenager. The Science of Parenting is here to walk that path with you, offering grounded advice that translates academic research into practical, everyday strategies. Hosted by parenting educators from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, each episode tackles real questions and challenges faced by families. You'll hear conversations that feel like a thoughtful discussion with a trusted friend who also happens to understand child development and behavioral science. This podcast moves beyond generic tips, delving into the "why" behind children's behaviors to help you respond with more confidence and less stress. Whether you're seeking clarity on setting boundaries, fostering resilience, or simply managing the daily chaos, the insights shared are rooted in evidence and empathy. Tune in for a supportive resource that respects the complexity of raising kids, reminding you that you're not alone in figuring it all out.
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Repairing & Rebuilding Relationships with Children | S.12 Ep.5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:52
Even with our best efforts, we will still sometimes do something that was hurtful to our child. In this season’s finale, our hosts share personal experiences and discuss research on the components of an apology and discu…
Custody, Kinship Care, and Co-Parenting | S.12 Ep.4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:42
When we share the responsibilities of caring for children with other adults, it comes with opportunities and challenges. Listen in for strategies for resolving conflicts and working together to create a nurturing environ…
Parenting Amid Threats to Safety | S.12 Ep.3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:29
Ideally, every family and child would have a safe and consistent home environment. When that’s not the case, parents are often forced to make hard decisions for the wellbeing of their children. Listen to today’s episode…
Good Enough Parenting | S.12 Ep.2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:45
When facing competing demands and difficult situations, sometimes we have to settle for “good enough parenting”. What does it mean to lower the bar, and how do we still meet the needs of our kids when we can’t give 100%?…
Raising Resilience | S.12 Ep.1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:24
When life is hard, how can our family cope? What do we prioritize when we have to make tough choices? Listen to our season opener to learn what parents can offer our kids to help turn their adversity into resilience! Sup…
Making Cents of Allowance | Bonus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:11
Mackenzie and Suzanne make 'cents' of some of the most-asked allowance questions in this bonus episode. Support the show Send us an email: parenting@iastate.edu. Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent. This institution is…
Raising Responsible Consumers | S.11 Ep.7 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:47
Whether online shopping, utilizing a product, or viewing an advertisement – we are consumers and so are our children. Listen to the season finale to hear about how we can help raise kids to be informed and intentional co…
Teaching Emerging and Young Adults about Money | S.11 Ep.6 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:52
Sometimes our young adult children rely on their parents to be “an adultier adult” when it comes to finances. This episode explores how this life stage has changed in recent decades and how parents can balance being supp…
Teaching Kids about Money in the Teen Years | S.11 Ep.5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:10
The teen years can be a prime time for our kids to learn about and practice managing their own money and to experience financial tasks with the help of their parents. Listen in for ideas on how to support your teen in bu…
Teaching Kids about Money in Childhood | S.11 Ep.4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:10
What does my preschooler even understand about money? What about my elementary-age child? Get these answers AND practical strategies to start talking with them about money concepts in today’s episode. Support the show Se…