Center on the Developing Child at Harvard, 2011 | Watch
“Three Core Concepts in Early Development”
This is a three-part video series from the Center and the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child on how experiences build brain architecture, how serve and return interactions shape brain circuitry and how toxic stress derails healthy development.
The Brain Architects Podcast | Center on the Developing Child at Harvard, 2020 | Listen
“Serve and Return: Supporting the Foundation”
What is “serve and return”? What does it mean to have a “responsive relationship” with a child? How do responsive relationships support healthy brain development? And what can parents and caregivers do in their day-to-day lives to build these sorts of relationships? This episode of the Brain Architects podcast addresses all these questions and more.
Laura Mucha | UNICEF, 2021 | Article
“The science of love in childhood: Conversations with leading experts in childhood love, adversity and mental health.”
The ground-breaking new series by UNICEF sets out to cover how adversity impacts us as children and the adults we become, what we can do to protect and improve young people’s mental health and why safe and loving relationships are so vital for children’s health, development and well-being throughout life.
Carlota Nelson | Brain Matters, 2020 | Watch
“Brain Matters documentary | Early Childhood Development”
Brain Matters reveals that learning begins way before children go to school and that the experiences children are exposed to determine their chances for future success. Everyday situations such as play, relationships, language and nutrition are examined with a fresh scientific approach, aiming at a set of brain-boosting skills and activities that can provide every child with the opportunity to thrive.
Vroom | The Bezos Family Foundation, 2015 | Explore
“Vroom”
We believe all parents have the potential to create a bright future for their children. Our free, science-based tips and tools help parents and caregivers give children a great start in life today and an even better future.
Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson | Bantam, 2011 | Book
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind
Twelve revolutionary strategies to nurture your child’s developing mind, survive everyday parenting struggles and help your family thrive.