5 Tips for Being Present, Not Perfect, During the Holiday Season (with audio narration) Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2026-09-21 | 5 Tips for Being Present, Not Perfect, During the Holiday Season (with audio narration)
A conversation about resilient leadership Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-08-28 | August 28, 2023: Rachel Wagner, MSW, talks about resilient leadership and its importance in the workplace, especially for those in the early childhood field.Music by Zakhar Valaha from Pixabay.
Three Areas of Caregiving (Parenting) Practices Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-07-31 | July 31, 2023The Devereux Center for Resilient Children developed a research-based checklist called the Devereux CAREgiving Checklist for Families. The tool is used to help parents and families better reflect upon and identify the strengths and needs of their caregiving practices (i.e., parenting practices). The checklist addresses three areas of caregiving practices: Consistency, Attuned Relationships, and a healthy, safe, and loving Environment. Watch to learn more!Content is from Your Journey Together (YJT): Building the Resilience of Children and Families, a curriculum guide for coaches to use when working with young children and their families. Learn more at www.yourjourneytogether.org.Made using Canva and CamtasiaMusic by: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videosLicense code: QRRAA0U7PH2UDOH5
e-DECA Demo Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-06-21 | Recorded on April 25, 2023Now more than ever, we are seeing young children display behaviors that are challenging to the adults caring for them. Those adults are being asked to work through those behaviors, while also supporting young children’s social and emotional development. On top of that, those same adults are getting self-care practices and mental health conversations thrown at them.While there is no magic spell that can erase all of that, there is something that can help. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Program covers all of those bases. Better yet, you can use the DECA Program with our web-based system, called the e-DECA.In this demo, you will: (1) Hear a brief introduction to the DECA Program, (2) See the capabilities of the e-DECA, (3) Leave with a possible solution for promoting social and emotional development and fostering resilience in young children, as well as within yourself
Parent-to-Parent Brief Introduction to the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-06-05 | ...
What is Your Journey Together? Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-03-28 | Your Journey Together is a strength-based curriculum designed to promote the social and emotional well-being and resilience of vulnerable children and their families. Your Journey Together is a “journey” of discovery, learning, and reflection.Learn more at www.YourJourneyTogether.org.Royalty Free Music: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music
Looking through Social and Emotional Lenses Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-03-06 | March 6, 2023Social and emotional learning (SEL) in early childhood is and has been happening for quite a long time. Perhaps we just didn't have our "social and emotional lenses" on in the past...but we do now!This video was created, in part, for the first National SEL Week and the fourth annual International SEL Day, 2023.Royalty Free Music: Bensound.com/royalty-free-musicVideo created with Canva
Centering Resilience Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2023-02-21 | February 20, 2023The past few years have not been easy – for any of us. There have been too many moments of great pain and suffering. Please know that we stand with you, united in the sadness, anger, frustration, grief, and even numbness. Your feelings are valid and we agree that there is much work to do.We also share your overwhelm about where to begin, and we invite you to start by centering resilience with us, and to spread the word with those in your circles.How? We offer you this statement and invitation. Take this and use it as you see fit. We would love for this to be shared with as many people as possible!Royalty Free Music: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music
What is Building Your Bounce? Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-12-05 | Hear from Dr. Nefertiti Poyner, Early Childhood Specialist and National Trainer for DCRC, as she briefly explains what "building your bounce" means and talks about the resources behind the phrase.
5 Tips for Being Present, Not Perfect, During the Holiday Season Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-11-07 | November 7, 2022This video and its contents are based on a 2019 blog post, which you can read here: dcrc.me/3UiKiPXYou can also view a version of this video with audio narration: youtu.be/N37fARGW8lEMade with: Canva, CamtasiaMusic: bensound.com
I am struggling with my work-life balance || We Hear You, Episode 4 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-10-24 | October 24, 2022Have you ever said this statement, in the past or perhaps even today? We hear you. While this video does not offer a "quick fix," we do want to hold this space for you and hold whatever it is that you are feeling. Let's pause, reflect, focus, and take some action.Source: self-compassion.org/exercise-2-self-compassion-breakMade with: Canva, CamtasiaMusic: https://www.bensound.com.
I need help managing challenging behaviors || We Hear You, Episode 3 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-10-17 | October 17, 2022Have you ever said this statement, in the past or perhaps even today? We hear you. While this video does not offer a "quick fix," we do want to hold this space for you and hold whatever it is that you are feeling. Let's pause, reflect, focus, and take some action.Source: self-compassion.org/exercise-2-self-compassion-breakMade with: Canva, CamtasiaMusic: https://www.bensound.com.
I am frustrated by my leadership || We Hear You, Episode 2 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-10-10 | October 10, 2022Have you ever said this statement, in the past or perhaps even today? We hear you. While this video does not offer a "quick fix," we do want to hold this space for you, and hold whatever it is that you are feeling. Let's pause, reflect, focus, and take some action.Source: self-compassion.org/exercise-2-self-compassion-breakMade with: Canva, CamtasiaMusic: https://www.bensound.com.
I am tired of needing to be resilient || We Hear You, Episode 1 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-10-03 | October 3, 2022Have you ever said this statement, in the past or perhaps even today? We hear you. While this video does not offer a "quick fix," we do want to hold this space for you, and hold whatever it is that you are feeling. Let's pause, reflect, focus, and take some action.Source: self-compassion.org/exercise-2-self-compassion-breakMade with: Canva, CamtasiaMusic: https://www.bensound.com.
Episode 4: Dont add to the stress || Partnership Between Teachers and Parents/Families Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-09-26 | September 26, 2022Episode focus: A solid partnership should include both parties (teachers and parents) being aware of each other's stress, trying not to add to it, and supporting one anotherIt's a new school/program year! Are you ready to take it on? While we know you have many things on your to-do list, we hope that this four-episode series provides some inspiration and motivation around establishing and continually nurturing the Teacher-Parent Partnership.Referenced strategy from "Promoting Resilience in Preschoolers: A Strategy Guide for Early Childhood Professionals": dcrc.me/3xjZGmnMade using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Episode 3: Bring families into the learning || Partnership Between Teachers and Parents/Families Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-09-19 | September 19, 2022Episode focus: Want to develop a partnership with parents/families? Invite them into their child's learning!It's a new school/program year! Are you ready to take it on? While we know you have many things on your to-do list, we hope that this four-episode series provides some inspiration and motivation around establishing and continually nurturing the Teacher-Parent Partnership.Referenced strategy from "Promoting Resilience in Preschoolers: A Strategy Guide for Early Childhood Professionals": dcrc.me/3xjZGmnMade using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Episode 2: Reassurance & Responsiveness || Partnership Between Teachers and Parents/Families Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-09-12 | September 12, 2022Episode focus: Reassure parents/families that you are there for their child, and respond to their questions or concernsReferenced article: naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/winter2022/fiver-rs-familyIt's a new school/program year! Are you ready to take it on? While we know you have many things on your to-do list, we hope that this four-episode series provides some inspiration and motivation around establishing and continually nurturing the Teacher-Parent Partnership.Made using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Episode 1: Get to know the unknown || Partnership Between Teachers and Parents/Families Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-09-06 | September 6, 2022Episode focus: Really get to know the parents/families of your young studentsIt's a new school/program year! Are you ready to take it on? While we know you have many things on your to-do list, we hope that this four-episode series provides some inspiration and motivation around establishing and continually nurturing the Teacher-Parent Partnership.Referenced strategy from "Promoting Resilience in Preschoolers: A Strategy Guide for Early Childhood Professionals": dcrc.me/3xjZGmnMade using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Tip 5: A Code Word for Help | Going Back to School as a Family Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-08-29 | August 29, 2022Tip 5: Establish a signal for help when you need it from those in your circleWhen you hear the words, "back to school," it's difficult NOT to think of your basic school supplies. Understandable! But this five-part series will provide you with five tips for how to go back to school as a FAMILY. Parents and family members, this one's for you and your kiddos!Made using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Tip 4: Consistency and Routines | Going Back to School as a Family Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-08-22 | August 22, 2022Tip 4: Establish consistency and routines for yourself and your familyWhen you hear the words, "back to school," it's difficult NOT to think of your basic school supplies. Understandable! But this five-part series will provide you with five tips for how to go back to school as a FAMILY. Parents and family members, this one's for you and your kiddos!Made using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Tip 3: Go to Bed | Going Back to School as a Family Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-08-15 | August 15, 2022Tip 3: Ensure that you and your family get the adequate rest you needWhen you hear the words, "back to school," it's difficult NOT to think of your basic school supplies. Understandable! But this five-part series will provide you with five tips for how to go back to school as a FAMILY. Parents and family members, this one's for you and your kiddos!Made using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Tip 2: Use Your Words | Going Back to School as a Family Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-08-08 | August 8, 2022Tip 2: Let nothing get in the way of saying those important wordsWhen you hear the words, "back to school," it's difficult NOT to think of your basic school supplies. Understandable! But this five-part series will provide you with five tips for how to go back to school as a FAMILY. Parents and family members, this one's for you and your kiddos!Made using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
Tip 1: The End in Mind | Going Back to School as a Family Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-08-01 | August 1, 2022Tip 1: Begin your day with the end in mindWhen you hear the words, "back to school," it's difficult NOT to think of your basic school supplies. Understandable! But this five-part series will provide you with five tips for how to go back to school as a FAMILY. Parents and family members, this one's for you and your kiddos!Made using Canva and Camtasia.Music: https://www.bensound.com.
An overview of the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Program Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-06-06 | June 6, 2022Check out this brief overview of the DECA Program for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children!Created with Powtoon.Music from Bensound.com.
Lets Dig Deep: Toxic Positivity | Episode 5 - Honor ALL of Who You Are Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-05-31 | May 31, 2022In the fifth and final episode of this series, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner leaves us with her closing comments about toxic positivity, and the best way to avoid it.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Lets Dig Deep: Toxic Positivity | Episode 4 - Taking Out the Toxic Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-05-23 | May 23, 2022In the fourth episode of this series, we discuss three important things to think about and to focus on, in order to help take the "toxic" out of "toxic positivity."Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Lets Dig Deep: Toxic Positivity | Episode 3 - Break through Confusion Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-05-16 | May 16, 2022In the third episode of this series, we talk about why we must break through any confusion between the definitions of optimism/hope and toxic positivity.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Lets Dig Deep: Toxic Positivity | Episode 2 - Optimism vs. Toxic Positivity Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-05-09 | May 9, 2022"I consider myself optimistic and hopeful. How do I know if I'm being toxically positive?" Let's talk about it!Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Lets Dig Deep: Toxic Positivity | Episode 1 - Defining It Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-05-02 | May 2, 2022What in the world is "toxic positivity"? It was only a couple of years ago when Dr. Nefertiti Poyner first heard this term. Now, it's becoming more and more prominent, especially in the early care and education world. Let's dig deep; let's talk about it.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
How to Promote DAP | Part 4 of Lets Dig Deep: Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-04-25 | April 25, 2022In Part 4 of this limited series, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner talks about how we can all work to promote developmentally appropriate practices.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Personal Learning Experience | Part 3 of Lets Dig Deep: Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-04-18 | April 18, 2022In Part 3 of this limited series, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner shares a personal learning experience, where she actually neglected developmentally appropriate practices. Hey...when you make mistakes, you can learn, grow, and be better!Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Areas of Development | Part 2 of Lets Dig Deep: Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-04-11 | April 11, 2022Who else out there hears the acronym "DAP" more often than not? In the early childhood world, this stands for "Developmentally Appropriate Practices." Our next installment of Let's Dig Deep focuses on this term, in honor of the Week of the Young Child (April 2-8, 2022), because every child deserves a developmentally appropriate home, classroom, and community.Here's Part 2 of this limited series, where Dr. Nefertiti Poyner discusses the areas of development for our young children.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
The Definition | Part 1 of Lets Dig Deep: Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-04-04 | April 4, 2022Who else out there hears the acronym "DAP" more often than not? In the early childhood world, this stands for "Developmentally Appropriate Practices." Our next installment of Let's Dig Deep focuses on this term, in honor of the Week of the Young Child (April 2-8, 2022), because every child deserves a developmentally appropriate home, classroom, and community.Here's Part 1 of this limited series, where Dr. Nefertiti Poyner provides a shared definition to start us on our dig.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
One Thing to Remember About Empathy | Part 5 of Let’s Dig Deep: Empathy Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-03-29 | March 29, 2022The concept of empathy is so often misunderstood. Even just a basic understanding of it is not always enough. This is why we wanted to dig deeper, and unfold even more meaning. Join us for the next installment of our “Let’s Dig Deep” limited series, this time focusing on empathy.In Part 5, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner concludes with one final thought, one major statement to remember about empathy.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
The ABCs of Empathy | Part 4 of Let’s Dig Deep: Empathy Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-03-22 | March 22, 2022The concept of empathy is so often misunderstood. Even just a basic understanding of it is not always enough. This is why we wanted to dig deeper, and unfold even more meaning. Join us for the next installment of our “Let’s Dig Deep” limited series, this time focusing on empathy.In Part 4, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner talks about the barriers to empathy - what keeps us from being empathetic. What you'll find is that all you need to be empathetic, is to not forget your ABCs.Book reference: The Miseducation of Empathy, by Jonelle Massey.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
How We Do Empathy | Part 3 of Let’s Dig Deep: Empathy Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-03-15 | March 15, 2022The concept of empathy is so often misunderstood. Even just a basic understanding of it is not always enough. This is why we wanted to dig deeper, and unfold even more meaning. Join us for the next installment of our “Let’s Dig Deep” limited series, this time focusing on empathy.In Part 3, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner shares her three tips for how to practice empathy, and ultimately, how to grow our empathy.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Why We Need Empathy | Part 2 of Let’s Dig Deep: Empathy Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-03-08 | March 8, 2022The concept of empathy is so often misunderstood. Even just a basic understanding of it is not always enough. This is why we wanted to dig deeper, and unfold even more meaning. Join us for the next installment of our “Let’s Dig Deep” limited series, this time focusing on empathy.In Part 2, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner talks about three, very important reasons as to why we all need empathy and why we need to practice empathy.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Defining Empathy | Part 1 of Let’s Dig Deep: Empathy Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-03-01 | March 1, 2022The concept of empathy is so often misunderstood. Even just a basic understanding of it is not always enough. This is why we wanted to dig deeper, and unfold even more meaning. Join us for the next installment of our “Let’s Dig Deep” limited series, this time focusing on empathy.In Part 1, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner provides a shared definition of the word, and starts us on our journey toward growing our empathy.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Part 4 - Lets Dig Deep: Culturally Responsive Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-02-22 | February 22, 2022What does the term "culturally responsive" mean to you? How does it apply in early childhood education? With Black History Month in mind, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner sits down and discusses what culturally responsive means, and how we can all reflect on and improve upon our practices when working with our youngest students. Here's Part 4 of 4, where Nefertiti shares a personal story which shows that being culturally responsive cannot be done without families.Graphics and animations made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Part 3 - Lets Dig Deep: Culturally Responsive Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-02-15 | February 15, 2022What does the term "culturally responsive" mean to you? How does it apply in early childhood education? With Black History Month in mind, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner sits down and discusses what culturally responsive means, and how we can all reflect on and improve upon our practices when working with our youngest students. Here's Part 3 of 4, where we talk about letting the children in your care and their families teach YOU.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Part 2 - Lets Dig Deep: Culturally Responsive Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-02-08 | February 8, 2022What does the term "culturally responsive" mean to you? How does it apply in early childhood education? With Black History Month in mind, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner sits down and discusses what culturally responsive means, and how we can all reflect on and improve upon our practices when working with our youngest students. Here's Part 2 of 4, where we discuss your pedagogy (your way of teaching), and how you can instill culturally responsive practices into it.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Part 1 - Lets Dig Deep: Culturally Responsive Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2022-02-01 | February 1, 2022What does the term "culturally responsive" mean to you? How does it apply in early childhood education? With Black History Month in mind, Dr. Nefertiti Poyner sits down and discusses what culturally responsive means, and how we can all reflect on and improve upon our practices when working with our youngest students. Here's Part 1 of 4, where we begin with a shared definition of the term, and focus on our existing teaching practices - even the simplest ones.Graphics made with Canva and Camtasia.Music from Bensound.com.
Dear early care and education friends || An end-of-year message from the DCRC Team Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-12-21 | December 21, 2021Rachel Wagner, MSW, and Nefertiti B. Poyner, Ed.D., come together to share a message with all friends of the Devereux Center for Resilient Children (DCRC). We hope that this holiday season, you make time to focus on what matters most...your resilience and well-being.Happy holidays and new year!Prefer to read? Here you go: dcrc.me/3FhSqJr-----------------------------------[Graphic portions made with Canva][Music: Love from Bensound.com]
What NOT to do this holiday season Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-12-07 | December 7, 2021‘Tis the season of giving, and this year, our team suggests giving yourself the gift of self-care.Instead of getting lost in the hustle and bustle, trying to cram as many activities as you can into your holiday schedule, we recommend paying attention to your own needs. We offer the following tips for having a happy – and less stressful – holiday season.Prefer to read this message? Here you go! dcrc.me/3G5Sa0lMade with Canva
When Kindness is Not Enough || Committing to Kindness, Episode #5 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-11-30 | November 30, 2021Did you know that World Kindness Day is on November 13th each year? It is "a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world." In honor of this day, we are dedicating our November YouTube limited series to kindness. There are multiple layers of kindness, and through five episodes, our own Dr. Nefertiti Poyner will help to walk us through them. In this fifth and final episode, she touches on when kindness is not enough, and that we all must do more.Graphics: CanvaMusic: bensound.com
No Small Act || Committing to Kindness, Episode #4 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-11-23 | November 23, 2021Did you know that World Kindness Day is on November 13th each year? It is "a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world." In honor of this day, we are dedicating our November YouTube limited series to kindness. There are multiple layers of kindness, and through five episodes, our own Dr. Nefertiti Poyner will help to walk us through them. In this fourth episode, she talks about acts of kindness that require little-to-no money and little-to-no time.Graphics: CanvaMusic: bensound.com
Self-Kindness || Committing to Kindness, Episode #3 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-11-16 | November 16, 2021Did you know that World Kindness Day is on November 13th each year? It is "a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world." In honor of this day, we are dedicating our November YouTube limited series to kindness. There are multiple layers of kindness, and through five episodes, our own Dr. Nefertiti Poyner will help to walk us through them. In this third episode, she'll talk about showing kindness to the most important person you know ... YOURSELF!Graphics: CanvaMusic: bensound.com
Good to Others Can Be Good for You || Committing to Kindness, Episode #2 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-11-09 | November 9, 2021Did you know that World Kindness Day is on November 13th each year? It is "a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world." In honor of this day, we are dedicating our November YouTube limited series to kindness. There are multiple layers of kindness, and through five episodes, our own Dr. Nefertiti Poyner will help to walk us through them. In this second episode, she'll talk about how performing a kind act can be good for YOUR own well-being.Graphics: CanvaMusic: bensound.com
Difficulty at Naptime | Sample Clip from Classroom Moments, Case Study: Pre-Intervention Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-11-04 | This video clips is a sample of Classroom Moments, a a series of video clips shot in real classrooms, capturing interactions, challenges, and meaningful moments among children and between children and adults. It is meant for training purposes. Learn more at www.centerforresilientchildren.org.
Kindness Cascade || Committing to Kindness, Episode #1 Devereux Center for Resilient Children 2021-11-02 | November 2, 2021Did you know that World Kindness Day is on November 13th each year? It is "a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world." In honor of this day, we are dedicating our November YouTube limited series to kindness. There are multiple layers of kindness, and through five episodes, our own Dr. Nefertiti Poyner will help to walk us through them. In this first episode, she'll talk about something called "the kindness cascade."Graphics: CanvaMusic: bensound.com
