Trying Together has provided below some videos and podcasts that tackle anti-racism-related topics. These include a roundtable with Ed Gainey, Pittsburgh’s former mayor, and state Rep. Chris Rabb (D-3rd District) as well as podcasts from the University of Pittsburgh and On Being with Krista Tippett.
In My Skin Podcast, University of Pittsburgh Office of Child Development
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Anti-Racism Tools for Children: Discussing Racism with Children
Trying Together has put together a list of anti-racism tools for children, including ones on how to discuss racism with children. The list includes a clinical perspective on how to talk to children about racism, another on how to discuss racial bias, and tips on talking to teens about the topic.
Anti-Racism Tools for Children: Discussing Racism, Violence, and Protests with Children
Trying Together has selected anti-racism resources for children on how to discuss racism, violence, and protests. The resources include ones on how to help children handle the news and how to talk to young people about police brutality and protests taking place in the United States.
Do you want to learn how to promote good nutrition and healthy eating at home? Check out the following healthy eating guides and more from Nationwide Children’s Hospital!
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The guides include information on food groups, portion sizes, how to read food labels to better understand ingredients, how to save money at the store, and tips for shopping in your local grocery store. All resources are available in English and Spanish. To get started, check out the following resources:
Video Series: Exceptional Care with a Team Approach to Inclusion
In January 2021, Trying Together hosted a Virtual UnConference on Exceptional Care with a Team Approach to Inclusion. These workshops covered topics such as educational support in the early childhood environment, creating inclusive support teams for children, using ASQ questionnaires, early intervention services, and lesson development. Video recordings of these sessions are available to view.
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December 14, 2020
The Science of Early Childhood Development, Center on the Developing Child
“If a child is preoccupied with fears or anxiety, or is dealing with considerable stress, no matter how intellectually gifted that child might be, his or her learning is going to be impaired by that kind of emotional interference.”
“When we talk about healthy development in the early years, and particularly when we talk about preparing children to succeed at school, we cannot separate cognitive development from social and emotional development. You can’t have one without the other.”
“Excessive prolonged stress early in life is associated with a higher prevalence later, not only of learning problems and behavioral difficulties but also physical and mental health problems.”
The Brain Architects Podcast, Center on the Developing Child
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Launched in January 2020 by the Center on Child Development at Harvard University, The Brain Architects Podcast explores common questions that parents and caregivers have during the early periods of their child’s life. The podcast brings together experts and practitioners from pediatrics, social services, education, and other fields of study to help guide caregivers in improving the lives of their young children.
Looking to get active with your young child? Try crab walking, bear crawling, doing the superman, and more by watching this video from Early Childhood TLC. If you’re looking to get creative, try creating your own song and dance moves!
Walk It Like An Animal Activity, Early Childhood TLC
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Are you looking for a fun physical activity to do with your young child? Watch this video from Early Childhood TLC to jump like a kangaroo, swing like a monkey, walk like a bear, and climb like a sloth!
Are you looking for simple but effective exercises to get your family up and moving? Watch this video from Darnell Campbell to learn four exercises your family can do right at home. Darnell Campbell is a Physical Education Teacher at Winchester Thurston, CPR Instructor, and Personal Trainer.
