Kiran Talvadkar

Kiran Talvadkar

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Kiran Talvadkar is a preschool special education teacher, board-certified behavior analyst, and mom. Kiran received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, and her Master's from Teacher's College, Columbia University. Outside of work, Kiran is riding the rollercoaster of parenthood with her 2 kids and husband along for the ride.

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Executive Functioning Skills Can Be Nurtured Early
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
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Why Do Toddlers Ask Why?
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)

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A young child with blonde hair sits on the floor, facing a large window. The child is painting a colorful rainbow on a piece of paper taped to the window—a perfect example of fun indoor activities for kids. A teddy bear and several containers of paint are nearby on the wooden floor.

12 Indoor Activities for Kids on Rainy Days
Kids Activities
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How To Foster Problem-Solving Skills in Children
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Two children are performing a STEM learning experiment in a kitchen. They are pouring liquid into a volcano model, causing it to erupt with orange foam. Art supplies and kitchen items are visible in the background. The boy is focused, and the girl is smiling.

STEM Learning Excitement Can Be Cultivated Early
Parenting Tips
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Integrating Art and Creativity in Learning
Parenting Tips
A young girl with blonde hair sits on the floor putting on her shoes, an activity that helps develop executive functioning skills. She is wearing a navy blue dress with a floral pattern. Beside her is a mint green backpack and a pair of pink sneakers, while a toy car sits near the door in the background.

Executive Functioning Skills Can Be Nurtured Early
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
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10 Visual Support Tools to Boost Your Child’s Learning at Home
Parenting Tips
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Games for Kids That Help With Development
School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)
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When Do Kids Start Preschool?
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
A young child, with a hair clip, and an adult are washing their hands under running water in a kitchen sink. The adult's arms surround the child, guiding their curious little hands under the faucet. The child is wearing a blue shirt, silently wondering why do toddlers ask why so often.

Why Do Toddlers Ask Why?
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
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Why Positive Reinforcement in Parenting Goes a Long Way
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