December 26th, 2008 Brain building fun Posted by Melitsa in Education, Media, play activities, Roundups, Sites to visit, Thought of the week

Advances in neuroscience give Drs a unique perspective on what’s going on inside there. There have always been lots of theories about how children learn and the best way to nurture and raise theme especially during the early years. Science is showing us the answers.

However there is the constant problem of what is good brain nurturing fun and what’s just hype? Where do you get advice that is scientifically based and not mere marketing hype.

Dr Jane Healy‘s recent presentation, “Your Child’s Growing Mind: How Families that Play Together, Build Brains Together” at the DuPageChildren’s museum provides a practical resource for parents and educators.

Grab your favourite drink and a Christmas cookie. Dive into this most fascinating lecture.

Don’t forget to let us know what you think and how it’s changing your thinking?

Well done DuPage Children’s museum for providing such lectures so parents AND educators can discuss and implement ideas. Thanks.

Melitsa Avila is a former teacher, mother of three boys and military wife who talks about living an intentional play lifestyle using practical and everyday play activities to do with the under 5s. She publishes related ebooks & newsletters. Melitsa is the host and producer of a weekly Early Childhood radio show: Raising Playful Tots bringing parents and carers together with Early childhood practitioners. Thanks for reading!

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