Raising Curious Learners

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"Alexa, are you my best friend?" Jul 07, 2020

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In households where Alexa, Google, or Siri are almost like family members or close friends, youngsters have very different perspectives than adults who view these devices just as helpful pieces of the modern tech toolbox. In this Raising Curious Learners episode, co-hosts Ann and Elizabeth are joined by Silvia Lovato, a children's digital media producer turned leading researcher. Together, they examine the many cute, yet complex ways in which young kids engage with smart speakers and A.I. voice assistants, consider the various benefits and drawbacks, and provide insights on media literacy and parental facilitation.

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"Is everything going to be okay?" Jun 30, 2020

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Children can be incredibly resilient during difficult times. However, during the course of the pandemic, their social and emotional well-being and development have undergone exceptional challenges. Kids and parents alike have dealt with loss of structure, feelings of isolation, and worries about the unknown; and parents have had the added tasks of monitoring their children's cognitive and behavioral responses while also trying to accommodate their own. This Raising Curious Learners episode, therapist and Britannica for Parents expert Ellen Bee converses with Ann and Elizabeth about her telehealth experiences and offers hopeful guidance on mindfulness and coping strategies based on her specialized knowledge of anxiety and mood disorders.

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"Can I go play now?" Jun 16, 2020

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Tactile or pretend, solo or together, indoors or outdoors, organized or messy, in-person or even over video chat, playtime comes in so many different forms–all of which are essential to growing and learning. In this Raising Curious Learners episode, our hosts Elizabeth and Ann have a conversation about the lasting power of play. They reflect back on their own childhood experiences and use their understanding of current conditions during the pandemic to help parents understand how children express themselves and benefit from different types of play.

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"Why Do We Have To Wear Face Masks?" May 19, 2020

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The global COVID-19 crisis has put a lot of aspects of our daily lives on pause, but if you have a young child at home you've probably found one thing that has only escalated: all their questions! Life during a pandemic is new for us all, but this time is even more confusing for children. Their curious little minds have been internalizing and reacting to lots of big changes, wondering why you've been spending more time at home, why you're always talking to your computer screen, why they can't see their friends in person, and why oh why do they have to wear a mask outside. On our very first Raising Curious Learners episode, hosts Ann and Elizabeth discuss children and protective face coverings, and speak with expert Tara Tuchel for advice on normalizing this new situation.

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