Videos Interview: Mo Green for North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction The battle for North Carolina's state superintendent has never been this intense. Democratic candidate Mo Green is interviewed by former NC teacher, Natalie Parmenter.
Videos Surgeon General: PARENTAL STRESS is a Public Health CRISIS | Are Teachers Part of the Problem? The Surgeon General released an advisory on High Parental Stress. Parenting has become harder in the modern age to the point it it impacting parents' mental and physical health.
Videos First Day of Kindergarten - What to Expect| Back to School & Parenting What can you expect on your child's first day of kindergarten? In an encouraging video, Natalie shares how to prepare your child to prevent separation anxiety, what your child can expect from their teacher, and how parents can prepare for a great first day of school
Videos Parenting in a Toxic Election Cycle Natalie dives into how to inform your child through this presidential election while protecting them from rhetoric they may not be old enough to understand. She explains how to move past the “boys vs girls” conversation and help your child understand the importance of this office.
Videos Banned Books: SHOCKING. Teacher Reacts | Young Adult Novels Banned Book Week 2024 | Moms for Liberty Natalie plays a game to find out why 5 popular YA novels were banned in United States schools during the 2023-24 school year.
Videos Banned Books: UNBELIEVABLE. Teacher Reacts | Banned Book Week 2024, Moms for Liberty & Florida Natalie plays a game to find out why 5 popular children's books were banned in United States schools during the 2023-24 school year.
Videos 5 Academic Hacks for Preschoolers Do you have a rising kindergartner? Make sure they know these things!
Videos 5 MISTAKES Parents Make Before their Child goes to Kindergarten: Social Emotional Learning When people think of social emotional learning, they often think of good manners and sharing, but it is so much more than that! Natalie breaks down 5 common skills that are missed.
Videos May Livestream Natalie, 10 year teacher and founder of Primary Focus: The Parent’s Guide to Elementary School answers your questions.
Videos End of Year Summer Teacher Gift Guide: DIY Card, Easy Gift Ideas | Can you give a teacher alcohol? Natalie shares easy and thoughtful teacher gift ideas for the end of the school year. Appreciate your favorite teacher with an easy DIY Card, a Summer Road Trip Kit great for the class gift from all parents, unique gift ideas, and budget gifts.
Videos Teacher Reacts: State Tests RUINED school for children | The Problem with Standardized Testing The pressure of standardized testing on elementary school students has gone to an extreme. We are testing for the sake of testing which is leaving young children too anxious to go to school. Natalie gives advice to parents on how they can support their children without pressuring them.
Videos Interview with ADHDDude Ryan Does My Child Have ADHD? Diagnosing and Best ADHD Treatment for Kids Natalie interviews ADHDDude Ryan Wexelblatt on the best ways to diagnose, treat, and support child with ADHD in elementary school. This is a great guide for parents wondering if your child has ADHD or if you're always looking for the top treatments and ways to support your child.
Videos Bus Driver Appreciation Gift Guide $0 $5 $10 | School Bus Driver Card Ideas, Easy Crafts, Cute Gifts Great gifts to appreciate School Bus Drivers!
Videos My HONEST review of the SOLAR ECLIPSE: was it WORTH IT?| April 8 2024 Eclipse Vlog Natalie went to the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse…but is it worth the hype? She gives her full review of the experience to see if it’s worth your money to see The Eclipse live. Review is broken down into planning/organization, educational experience, and personal experience
Videos Question for the Teacher | April Livestream Natalie hosts a livestream answering questions about preparing your child for kindergarten, teaching your child to write, and writing the perfect email to a teacher.
Videos How to Teach your Child to Color Using Skin Tone Diversity Crayons Is your child drawing their skin or other people’s skin the wrong color? It’s time to change that. Natalie explains how to address this with Crayola Colors of the World skin tone crayons. She walks through a self portrait project to teach your children to embrace their skin tone.
Videos Interview: From The Ashes Of My Burnout with Natalie Parmenter Talking about the education, the origin of Primary Focus, and how I help parents of children in elementary school.
Videos Q&A with a Teacher: March Livestream: Rapid fire questions, about custom learning plans & consult calls Natalie hosts a livestream answering questions about supporting your child in elementary school, teaching, and her life.
Videos Screen time: how much is too much? Interview w/ Ash Brandin @TheGamerEducator There's a negative connotation around children and screen time. But does there have to be? This interview will reframe how you think about the way children interact with video games.
Videos Ask an Elementary School Teacher: February Q&A with Primary Focus Natalie hosts a livestream answering questions about supporting your child in elementary school, teaching, and her life.
Videos Valentine's Day Teacher Gift Guide Whether your budget is $0 or $10, Natalie has a great Valentine's Day gift for your child’s teacher or favorite school support staff member.
Videos Vlog: I Quit Teaching 2 Year Update 2 years ago this week I decided to resign from teaching. In that time I've had my work stolen, was mentored by Chelsea Fagan, and completely lost and found myself. I know myself better now than I ever thought I would, but only because of the challenges I faced the past two years.
Videos Ask an Elementary School Teacher: January Q&A with Primary Focus Natalie hosts a livestream answering questions about supporting students with disabilities, warning signs from teachers, and if she regrets quitting teaching
Videos Ask an Elementary School Teacher: December Q&A with Primary Focus Natalie hosts a livestream sharing some holiday memories from the classroom and answer questions to help your kids thrive in school.
Videos Holiday Teacher Gift Guide for any budget $0-100 | Cute Christmas cards, Luxury gifts, DIY Ornaments Whether your budget is $0 or $100, Natalie has a great holiday gift for your child’s teacher or favorite school employee. From cute DIY ornament ideas to luxury gifts, there is something your child’s teacher will love.
