Christine Z @clzrock
Families & child development nerd. Play advocate. Group Facilitator. Community volunteer. Once upon O&G Geologist. Ridiculously optimistic. she/her Joined September 2016-
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Let me be the first Early childhood teacher to tell you, do not enter this profession. We’re basically PAID in giggles and smiles and nobody should have to struggle financially for the rest of their lives when they work THIS hard. Passion only takes you so far.
On Feb 9, 2020, 4 year old Kiera was murdered by her father. A new expert report reveals in heartbreaking detail that her death was predictable and preventable. The justice and child welfare systems failed her. We must do better. For Kiera and for every child. @forlittlekeira
On Feb 9, 2020, 4 year old Kiera was murdered by her father. A new expert report reveals in heartbreaking detail that her death was predictable and preventable. The justice and child welfare systems failed her. We must do better. For Kiera and for every child. @forlittlekeira
Let's do a fresh 'hygiene hacks' thread for disabled people. What things have worked for YOU to make personal hygiene easier, either physically or mentally? Zero judgement, zero shame, and no unsolicited advice. You will be blocked. :)
Looking for an art/play based child therapist in the #YEG area with background in OCD/trauma and eating disorders would be helpful. And to be a complete unicorn- also PANDAS aware. 2 others kids will be starting with Leduc Family Counseling who look great. But need another one.
I'm willing to wager that I'm not the only Autistic that's feeling increased anxiety levels as April approaches. Autism Acceptance Month is a wild ride. And here's some reasons why: 🧵
It’s not the kids I’m worried about. It’s the teachers who hold them. The more time I spend with teachers, the more I am convinced that I’ve never seen so many of them this tired, this unseen, or this concerned about our kids. Our teachers are hurting.
An important attribute of true expertise is knowing where your expertise ends
The five neurodivergent love languages: infodumping, parallel play, support swapping, Please Crush My Soul Back Into My Body, and "I found this cool rock/button/leaf/etc and thought you would like it"
More good news about the COVID vaccine & pregnancy: "Babies whose mothers received 2 shots of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines during pregnancy had a 61% lower risk of being hospitalized with COVID in their first six months of life, the study found." npr.org/sections/healt…
Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Base rate fallacy. Dear Hate Mailers, please make an effort to understand the f*ing base rate fallacy. It isn't hard. Promise.
Why do people think saying “I’m not even going to try to pronounce your last name” is funny. It’s not cute. Stop it. 🙄
NEW FINDING: Cash support for low-income families changes their infants' brain activity. The first study from our #BabysFirstYears randomized control trial of poverty reduction is out, in @PNASNews. pnas.org/content/119/5/… ( 🧵)
/1 THREAD: I knew this day would come. While pediatric societies & "hospital organizations" did "science by press release," breathlessly discussing a correlation on a parent survey or releasing a statement about 1 month of admissions in May 2021, I knew we would get REAL DATA.
@nilikm @YoniFreedhoff @CHEO Thanks for you continued efforts. A truly accessible strategy includes drive-thru and home vaccination for those who need it, & ppl need to know IN ADVANCE that these are options & be able to ask for other accommodations covid19-sciencetable.ca/sciencebrief/c…
New book! ‘Play and Democracy’- from theatre and carnival to children’s play and playful pedagogy, this book draws on work in philosophy, the arts, education and political science to explore the significance of play as political, cultural and social power tinyurl.com/2zmraz4s

First Five Action @FirstFiveAction
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Shamelessly_Shantel �... @ShantelSherwood
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jackie musgrave @jackiemmusgrave
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Jest @jestdempsey
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Alberta School Counci... @ABschoolcouncil
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Marcus Duncan @MarcusDucan
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Cultivate @growthelife
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SPARC Red Deer @sparcrd
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Praxis Early Childhoo... @praxiscalgary
21 Followers 90 Following Strengthening communities through the creation and support of quality and accessible early childhood education spaces
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PLaTO-Net @PLaTO_Net
367 Followers 305 Following A global network dedicated to creating a world where all people can play and learn in natural environments and have access to quality outdoor experiences!
Alex Smith @PlayGroundology
4K Followers 3K Following advocating for a wider range of play opportunities for kids in public spaces - more at https://t.co/9r2QaPcSD8
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Lorna Anton @lorna_anton
141 Followers 356 Following Public service employee trying to do the right thing regardless of politics. Introvert. I mostly retweet. she/her
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410 Followers 191 Following A group of fathers modelling positive parenting, promoting the empowerment of dads and fostering involvement in the community at large.
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mark anselmo @McCrossCheck
884 Followers 874 Following views are not representative of my employers. oilers, sci-fi, dogs
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upEND Movement @upendmovement
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Calgary Alliance for ... @CommonGoodYYC
2K Followers 3K Following The Calgary Alliance represents 35,000+ members. We bring together faith, labour and civic organisations to build a community that acts justly and respects all.
Wing Kar Li, PhD @wingkarli
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Dr Sue Allingham #Bir... @DrSue22
9K Followers 2K Following 'An inspirational trainer who listens'. I have an EdD in EY and continue researching so my writing and consultancy - Early Years Out of the Box - is informed.
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5K Followers 1K Following The real, authentic Jessy™️, the cast iron pan of humans ➡️ mental health without barriers @growthelife 🏳️🌈 AuDHD
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Inclusion Canada @InclusionCA
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Inclusion Alberta @InclusionAB
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Shamelessly_Shantel �... @ShantelSherwood
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Ryan Jespersen @ryanjespersen
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Susan Wright @susanspbx
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660 NewsRadio Calgary... @NewsRadioCGY
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13K Followers 3K Following Sport psychologist, CEO, and Mom 🤍 I help anxious high-achievers feel more calm and more worthy 😌 https://t.co/SaQrCT0fLM
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Court Ellingson @CourtEllingson
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