We will be discussing \;The Whole- Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel\, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson\, PH.D. to process and share what we've learned about evidence-based strategies to foster healthy emotional and intellectual brain development in kids. Pare nts\, caregivers\, and educators welcome. An activity for children will be provided. \;
\n\nIn this pioneering\, practical book\, D aniel J. Siegel\, neuropsychiatrist and author of the bestselling book&nbs p\;Mindsight\, and parenting expert Tina Payne Bryson demystify the meltdo wns and aggravation\, explaining the new science of how a child&rsquo\;s b rain is wired and how it matures. The &ldquo\;upstairs brain\,&rdquo\; whi ch makes decisions and balances emotions\, is under construction until the mid-twenties. And especially in young children\, the right brain and its emotions tend to rule over the logic of the left brain. No wonder kids can seem-and feel-so out of control. By applying these discoveries to everyda y parenting\, you can turn any outburst\, argument\, or fear into a chance to integrate your child&rsquo\;s brain and foster vital growth. Raise cal mer\, happier children using twelve key strategies\, including
\nNam e It to Tame It: \;Corral raging right-brain behavior through left-bra in storytelling\, appealing to the left brain&rsquo\;s affinity for words and reasoning to calm emotional storms and bodily tension.
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ngage\, Don&rsquo\;t Enrage: \;Keep your child thinking and listening\
, instead of purely reacting.
Move It or Lose It: \;Use
physical activities to shift your child&rsquo\;s emotional state.
Let the Clouds of Emotion Roll By: \;Guide your children when th
ey are stuck on a negative emotion\, and help them understand that feeling
s come and go.
SIFT: \;Help children pay attention to th
e Sensations\, Images\, Feelings\, and Thoughts within them so that they c
an make better decisions and be more flexible.
Connect Through Confli
ct: \;Use discord to encourage empathy and greater social success.
Complete with clear explanations\, age-appropriate strategies f
or dealing with day-to-day struggles\, and illustrations that will help yo
u explain these concepts to your child\, \;The Whole-Brain Child \
;shows you how to cultivate healthy emotional and intellectual development
so that your children can lead balanced\, meaningful\, and connected live
s. \;
Need a copy of The Whole-Brain Child? Available in Spanish and English. Contact Haley\, (541)617-7074\, \;&n bsp\;haleyr@deschuteslibrary.org
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