010: Becoming Brilliant – Interview with Prof. Roberta Golinkoff

In just a few years, today’s children and teens will forge careers that look nothing like those that were available to their parents or grandparents. While the U.S. economy becomes ever more information-driven, our system of education seems stuck on the idea that “content is king,” neglecting other skills that 21st century citizens sorely need. Backed by the latest scientific evidence and illustrated with examples of what’s being done right in schools today, (http://amzn.to/2Fia4kL)  (Affiliate link) introduces the “6Cs” collaboration, communication, content, critical thinking, creative innovation, and confidence along with ways parents can nurture their children’s development in each area. Join me for an engaging chat with award-winning Professor Roberta Golinkoff about the key takeaways from the new book.   (#) Transcript Jen:                                      (https://www.temi.com/editor/t/3QxeJx_MGF-9UGFYVItEFwyJCe0ObfQ5h9PMWEqUjMvGSwmwNIApmx0BY1qWupA1wWKoHAna0kN8enoW9U9entpf28Y?loadFrom=DocumentDeeplink&ts=33.99)                    Hello and welcome to the Your Parenting Mojo podcast. Today’s episode is called Becoming Brilliant. I’m so excited to welcome my guest today, Roberta Golinkoff. I reached out to her because I’d read her book, Einstein never used flashcards, which advocated for a young children’s learning through play rather than through expensive toys or high pressure classes. So when her new book Becoming Brilliant came out, I knew I had to read it and I absolutely dance a jig the day that she agreed to join us here on Your Parenting Mojo. I’m so excited. Thank you so much for joining us. Roberto. Dr. Golinkoff:                    (https://www.temi.com/editor/t/3QxeJx_MGF-9UGFYVItEFwyJCe0ObfQ5h9PMWEqUjMvGSwmwNIApmx0BY1qWupA1wWKoHAna0kN8enoW9U9entpf28Y?loadFrom=DocumentDeeplink&ts=62.52)                    You know, it’s funny, but I danced a jig too! I’m so happy to able to talk about these issues an