Lofty Conversations

In this episode, Daphna and Muhammad discuss the topic of moral and character development and how it relates to our identities, our culture, and our parenting.
 
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In this episode, Daphna and Muhammad discuss helping children to manage fear as a parent and an educator.

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• Go Away, Big Green Monster! By: Ed Emberley

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In this episode, Daphna and Muhammad explore their music stories and consider the role that music played in their upbringing and continues to play in their experience as educators and parents.

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• Song List
  • "30 Rock Theme" - Jeff Richmond
  • "My Love Does Not Depend on Anything"  - Matti Caspi
  • "25 Miles" - Edwin Starr
  • "I Am The Walrus" - The Beatles
  • "Friend Like Me" - Robin Williams (Aladdin Soundtrack)
  • "It's Too Late" - Carol King
  • "Rock Your Body" - Justin Timberlake
  • "Let Me Ride" - Dr. Dre
  • "Lovely Day" - Bill Withers

Forming a plan, bargaining, and striking a deal all sound like terms to use in the business world, but the art of negotiating can also be viewed as an essential skill in all walks of life. Similarly, understanding the factors and habits that motivate human behavior may also inform our decisions and negotiations, especially as parents and educators.

In this episode, Daphna and Muhammad reflect on negotiations, motivations, and how both influence parenting and education.

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• Switch: How to Change Things When Change is Hard

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"Screen Time" continues to be a topic of discussion for both parents and educators alike. In this episode, Daphna and Muhammad reflect on their own screen time stories while also offering their professional and personal approaches to supporting children in a digital age.

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• American Psychological Association - Screen Time Article (June 2022)
• Pew Research Article - Parenting and Screens (July 2020)
• Common Sense - Parenting, Media, and Everything In-Between
• Family Screen Time Plan Example from Common Sense and Brooklyn Library

Not all of the listed resources are specifically endorsed by  Lofty Conversations. However, they are available options for parents seeking more information about technology, learning, and parenting. Each family must select resources based on their needs, preferences, and values.