In this episode of the Good Life in Early Life, we welcome Mismiki Montogomery, an Early Childhood Education Coach with the University of Nebraska Ruth Staples Lab School. She lends her insights on the impact of race on daily experiences and the importance of discussing race and racism with young children. Mismiki talks about the need for self-reflection and bias among caregivers and educators to promote a more inclusive learning experience.

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We welcome guest Dr. Ross Thompson for a discussion on brain development during early childhood and his new book “The Brain Development Revolution”. We cover brain development from birth to five and ways that adults can positively shape children’s cognitive development. Dr. Thompson also provides insight into a revolution in public perception of children's brain development and its ongoing impact on our current understandings.

Resources:

Thompson, R.A. (2023). The Brain Development Revolution: Science, the Media, and Public Policy. Cambridge University Press.

child.unl.edu

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Our holiday series concludes with Extension Educators Sarah Paulos and LaDonna Werth joining host Emily Manning to discuss the meaning of the holidays and gifts. You will hear about ways to help children understand the purpose of gifts at a young age, and how we can create memories that will last a lifetime.

Resources:

Child.unl.edu

[email protected]

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Our holiday series continues with Extension Educator Linda Reddish joining host Emily Manning to tackle grief during the holidays. We hear definitions of grief, examples of how people mourn, and why holidays sometimes sharpen grief. Linda shares ways to give space for grief during the holidays and we end with a joyful note hearing from our youngest Nebraskans.

Resources:

https://sesameworkshop.org/resources/

https://thecollectiveforhope.org

https://speakinggrief.org

https://farmhotline.com

https://ruralwellness.unl.edu/ambiguousloss

https://www.ambiguousloss.com

https://www.routledge.com/Series-in-Death-Dying-and-Bereavement/book-series/SE0620?a=1&pg=5

The following music was used for this media project:

Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende

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"Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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