The Dorothy Butler Children’s Bookshop and the Brainwave Trust Aotearoa

invite Early Childhood Educators to 'Brains and Books' - a fun evening of books and learning.

7-9pm on Monday 17th June at The Dorothy Butler Children’s Bookshop

Entry by koha

• Dr Nicky Nelson will present a Brainwave Trust Seminar: Whakamana i te tamaiti: The Early Years Last Forever

• Bookshop staff will talk about the latest and best books for under 5s.

• There will be a chance to browse and buy... and win spot prizes.

• There will be wine and nibbles to sustain you

The Whakamana i te tamaiti: The Early Years Last Forever seminar
looks at brain development from conception through the early years, a period of time which may affect a child’s development emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially. It covers topics such as:

Early experiences shape brain architecture

Early experiences can help or hinder brain development

Loving relationships and attachment

Stress and self regulation

How adults can provide a healthy environment for children

Dr Nicky Nelson is employed as a Community Paediatrician by Taranaki District Health Board. She is passionate about reducing inequalities in population health and the link between health, education and social status. She is also interested in community development and the potential it has to improve child and whanau health and wellbeing. Nicky is also a book lover!