The Balancing Act: Learning, Work, and Play

In this week's episode we look at how young children learn and what they need from their parents during the pandemic. Our parent guest this week is Jennifer Keys Adair, PhD, an early childhood education professor at the University of Texas at Austin and mom of three. We talk about ways to balance our children's needs with our own needs; using technology; the importance of play and boredom; and the benefits of developing agency in young children. *Episode notes:* What kids need from parents (during the pandemic and beyond): The 15/45 rule Strategies to get work done while caring for your kids How to give children attention Leveraging/understanding technology Opting out and balancing online learning The importance of play - and boredom (Interlude) Understanding children's agency Agency in children of color Cultivating agency at home The importance of not overprotecting kids