SLECEWKEFC - Coffee + Conversation: Why Einstein Never Used Flashcards and How to Focus on What Really Matters

Join us for a great read based on decades of child development research, deep thinking, and rich conversation over a cup of java all from the comfort of your own home as we discuss Einstein Never Used Flashcards: How Our Children Really Learn -- And Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less. During our time together we will explore what acclaimed child psychologists Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Ph.D. and Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Ph.D., with Diane Eyer, Ph.D., have to say about the growing trend towards accelerated learning, and reflect on how to focus on giving children a life full of imaginative play and love of learning. We will discuss the implications of this in your current role, whether it be an educator or a parent. Participants are expected to read the text in June, while actively engaging in a group discussion board. We will cap off our time together in July with a two hour book study via Zoom.