Hosted by Angela Griffiths · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 31 episodes
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Noodles in the Sandbox is a playful yet thought-provoking exploration of alternative education, designed for parents who have stepped away from traditional public schools and are seeking the best path for their children. Hosted by experienced educators who lead Acton Academy Northwest Austin (Texas). Together we dive into early education tools, parenting strategies, and focus on cultivating 21st-century skills in a learner-driven environment. In each episode, we embrace curiosity, lifelong learning, and the Hero's Journey. Expect casual, irreverent conversations that challenge conventional thinking—without being prescriptive. Whether you’re in the thick of decision-making or already on an alternative path, join us weekly for insights, practical life hacks, and the big questions that drive modern education.
Angela Griffiths hosts Noodles in the Sandbox, a education show with 31 episodes published.
What does it take to truly foster self-governance in a learner-driven community? This episode dives deep into the essential skills of self-awareness, self-management, and ultimately, self-governance. We explore the trans
Do certain behaviors in others make you instantly see red? In today’s episode we dive into the fascinating world of button-pushing and shadows—those behaviors that trigger us most and what they reveal about ourselves. Th
What if feedback wasn’t a chore but a deliciously crafted experience? In this episode, we’re stepping into the Feedback Café , where feedback isn’t just given—it’s served. Drawing from our learner-driven community, we ex
In this episode, we explore the art of giving and receiving qualitative feedback in a way that builds trust, clarity, and growth. Together, we unpack three key ingredients of delicious and nutritious feedback—Warm, Cool,
What do donuts and personal growth have in common? In today’s episode, Andrew and I explore the Challenge Donut, a visual framework for navigating comfort, challenge, and panic zones in life. We break down the layers: th
I must say, I was surprised when Andrew told me he wanted to do an episode about Constructive Critique. This framework can be one of the hardest to master, because it often involves an uncomfortable challenge - giving a
What makes a space sacred? Is it the rituals we create, the history we honor, or the quiet moments of reflection we bring? In this episode, we delve into a family trip to Washington DC where we visited Arlington National
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive headfirst into the brave new world of artificial intelligence through the lens of Ethan Mollick’s Co-Intelligence. How does AI reshape creativity, relationships, and even the de
In this episode, we dive into the role of feedback in learner-driven environments. What exactly is feedback? Why does it matter? And how can it transform growth for young heroes (and us)? From qualitative insights to qua
In this episode, Nick, Tara and I discuss a topic we hold close: the "Warm-Hearted, Tough-Minded" framework. This mental model explores the balance between empathy and accountability in leadership, family life, and perso
In this episode, I had the privilege and the pleasure of sitting down with my friend and fellow parent, Alex Watkins to dive into The Gardener and the Carpenter, a book by Alison Gopnik that takes a humorous yet heartfel
Today’s episode explores the role of AI in learning. Together, Ava and I reflect on AI tools like ChatGPT, critical thinking, and how technology shapes learning. Does AI help us grow, or does it risk turning us into "gru
In today’s episode, we unpack a common misconception about learner-driven environments: that they’re actually just a chaotic free-for-all. For those of us who crave order (even when we know intellectually that it’s not p
In this episode, we dive deep into the tricky waters of setting boundaries as a parent. We explore the relationship between clarity, boundaries, and freedom, and why being clear is actually a form of kindness—especially
In today’s episode of Noodles in the Sandbox, we’re diving headfirst into the power of frameworks. We all know how chaotic life can get, especially when it comes to helping kids (or ourselves) navigate new challenges. Th
In this episode of Noodles in the Sandbox, Angela, Tara, and Nick dive into the messy world of habits—good, bad, and downright perplexing. From the fear of letting kids build poor habits to the importance of reflection a
In this episode of Noodles in the Sandbox, Tara, Nick and I dig into the often uncomfortable topic of, well, discomfort! Whether it’s boredom, frustration, or failure, the trio talks about the role discomfort plays in he
In this episode of Noodles in the Sandbox, we dive deep into the third and final monster in our series: the Victimhood Monster. This tricky foe shows up when we feel like the world is against us, when "why me?" thoughts
In this episode of Noodles in the Sandbox, we dive into the second of our monster mini-series: the Resistance Monster. Resistance shows up when you know exactly what you should be doing but choose to avoid it. We explore
In this episode of Noodles in the Sandbox, we continue our mini-series on monsters, focusing on one we all know too well: the distraction monster. What does distraction look like in our daily lives, and how can we avoid
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Noodles in the Sandbox is hosted by Angela Griffiths. The show is categorised under education (kids) and has published 31 episodes.
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