Building Connections and Resilience with Shana Roberts

Shana Roberts, a multi-talented educator, author, and podcast host of 'Talk and Coffee.' Shana shares her 20-year journey in education, emphasising the importance of building strong connections with children to help navigate through difficult situations and emotions. She discusses her work as a trauma-informed educator using the Berry Street education model and offers practical strategies for teachers and parents to support dysregulated children. Additionally,Shana introduces her books designed to foster emotional connection with children. She underscores the significance of slowing down, having fun, and being present to cultivate a nurturing environment for children. Tune in for valuable insights and actionable tips to help improve connections with children at home and in the classroom.🔗 Links: Shana's website: Nurture Connect PlayShana's podcast🆓 Download the FREE e-guide How to Nurture Natural Curiosity HERE✍️ To sign up to Get Curious, the newsletter that gives you a dose of weekly inspiration, and the strategies and resources to help you, help children to thrive in their learning, go HERE💌 Connect with Edwina:Email: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/blooming_curious/Website: https://www.bloomingcurious.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloomingcuriousYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@edsbloomingcurious☕️ If you appreciate my work and want to encourage me to keep going, you can do so by buying me a coffee! Any contribution will be gratefully received and will certainly give me the support I need to keep going.☕️00:00 Introduction to Shana Roberts01:01 Shana's Journey in Education02:44 Creating Nurture Connect Play04:32 Understanding Trauma-Informed Education08:12 Strategies for Dealing with Dysregulation11:26 Building Connections with Children19:36 The Importance of Fun and Play20:40 Fostering Resilience in Children26:11 Advice for Parents and Educators29:57 Shana's Work as an Author35:10 Final Thoughts and Impact36:46 Conclusion and Call to Action