Root for Kids’ Post

BECOMING AN EXPERT IN WHAT REALLY MATTERS -- At the end of your time on this planet, what expertise is going to be more valuable -- your understanding of matters of living and dying, or your knowledge of the '87 Bears? Which will help your children more -- your insights into happiness and meaning, or that you followed breaking political news every day for thirty years?

In this episode with the team behind Camp Dream. Speak. Live. Delaware, we discuss the power of camp experiences, shifting the paradigm when it comes to therapeutic approaches, and partnering with colleges and universities to create life-changing programs for children and families. https://bit.ly/3NVa0tc

I hope 2024 brings you the funding you need to conduct meaningful research and problem-solve for the communities you care about 🎊🎉 Image: AI-generated 3d effects applied to my original sketches in DALL-E

In this month's blog post, we explore some of the ways to recognize when it's time to seek additional support as your parents age. https://lnkd.in/en9d3CPK

Does early childhood adversity impact problematic media use later in life? These 4 key takeaways from a study by the CAFO Research Center offer insights for understanding the role of attachment and impulsivity in addressing problematic media use. Learn more about the important work of caring for vulnerable children in a digital age through the link below: https://lnkd.in/eaYr5Sd7

Professional practice in early childhood is always better when it's done as part of a community of practice. That's why we've made online community groups for early childhood practitioners and partners to connect and discuss the issues in their professions. You can find more information about these and the other supports we have available for practitioners here: https://loom.ly/rbJjum0

Check out this clip from my discussion with Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo and learn what is happening inside of the teen developing brain and why kids act the way they do.

Our capacity to simultaneously experience conflicting emotions as parents - we can be both nervous and excited about our children’s independence, we can mourn the end of one stage of life, and look with unprecedented anticipation at what lies ahead - allows us to see the full arc of adolescence. Read more in today's blog, The Arc of Adolescence: Partnering with Families https://hubs.ly/Q02vGNKQ0

This series of case studies by SchoolHouse Connection highlights programs in Chicago, IL; Fort Worth, TX; and Boston, MA emphasizing early childhood development, family support, and removing barriers to service access. Learn how these initiatives foster family well-being and success through a two-generation approach, integrating home visiting, housing support, and early childhood education and care. Read the case studies: https://ow.ly/ky3M50SCjJy

How do you capture what matters to children in their health-related quality of life? Read our latest blog, written by Emily Boxell, to understand the importance of this question, why there is not a straightforward answer, and what the potential solutions may be. https://bit.ly/3vCRpw5