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Proud to have co-authored the chapter on “Global Perspectives on Youth and the Digital Environment: Learnings from Majority World Countries” with Dr. Lucía Magis Weinberg, and others, in the just released “Handbook of Children and Screens.” It’s the definitive international guide from Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development for researchers, parents, caregivers, and educators on digital media and child development. The best part? It is OPEN-ACCESS: free to download, ➡️https://lnkd.in/dHwGYj6Q

As someone who has worked hand-in-hand with Local School Council leaders and principals, I can attest to the power of local decision-making. No one has more skin in the game or is impacted by decisions than local stakeholders. Watch this video to see why continuing to empower local leaders is crucial for the future of our Chicago public schools. Click the link to learn more: www.trustlocalleaders.org #ChicagoPublicSchools #LocalControl #Education

Yet again, another quote focusing on education and change. Evolution cannot happen without change and education equip people with knowledge to promote change. Here's how you can change your child care game - Sign up for Next Gen's programs - https://wix.to/zcca7Qb

This book provides parents with the information they need to help them become the best possible stewards of the gifted children in their care. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eGid7QcX

Children’s development is shaped by a constellation of influences from their developmental environment. These include the availability or lack of safe, stable housing; access or barriers to a clean water supply; and the presence or absence of safe green space. These influences have implications for children’s development, health, and well-being in the moment and across the lifespan. Learn more about developmental environments and strategies for improving the environmental conditions around all children here: https://bit.ly/3ZtjEWK

Early childhood is so important. Investing in childcare is infrastructure.

Making a Children's Party too short or for that matter too long can ruin the experience. In this blog we look at the factors to take into consideration and get it just right.

In this blog we answer one of the most commonly asked questions that we get - how long should a Children's Party be. We outline all the factors that you might want to take into consideration. https://lnkd.in/eShgZYJU

Theory is important for grounding research, policy, and program initiatives, and I am always looking out for exemplary uses of theoretical frameworks. I love this application of Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory to define the concept of developmental environments and exemplify the various influences on child development. #theorytopractice #earlychildhood #childdevelopment

Just want to re-post my publication in Feb at Children and Youth Services Review (JCR Q1). For people who research young people with care experience, you may find this interesting DOI: https://lnkd.in/gFZW74dq