EP 43 | Beyond the Bunny - A Framework for Inclusive Cultural Programming
From Early Education in the Age of AI by Jodie Clarke - The Empowered Educator
April 1, 2026 · 52 min
About this episode
This episode introduces a framework for inclusive cultural programming that enhances educational experiences during various cultural events.
🐰 If you've ever stood in your storeroom the week before Easter staring at a bag of cotton balls and a stack of pre-cut bunny templates thinking "there has to be something better than this", then this episode is going to change how you approach every cultural moment on your planning calendar from here on in. I’m introducing you to the Empowered Educator Three Layers Framework - a simple, repeatable approach to inclusive seasonal programming that works for Easter, Ramadan, NAIDOC Week, Lunar New Year, Christmas, and every other cultural moment that lands on your calendar. No more defaulting to token crafts or avoiding celebrations altogether. 🟢 In This Episode, You'll Find Out: How to identify the universal human experience underneath any cultural event - and why that's your inclusive starting point A clear framework (Universal → Invited → Extended) that removes the guesswork from cultural programming Why both the "token craft" trap and the "avoidance" trap fail children and families Three ready-to-use play provocations - Nest Investigation, Autumn Harvest Kitchen, and Gift Making Workshop, that work across age groups and settings How to invite family input without making…
People in this episode
Host: Jodie Clarke
Topics covered
- inclusive programming
- cultural events
- seasonal activities
- educational frameworks
- family engagement
- AI in education
Keywords
- inclusive education
- cultural programming
- seasonal crafts
- AI in planning
- family input
- play provocations
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