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Paperback Edition
- 978-1-03-834451-9
- 8.5 x 11.0 inches
- Standard Color interior
- 72 pages
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Hardcover Edition
- 978-1-03-834452-6
- 8.5 x 11.0 inches
- Standard Color interior
- 72 pages
- Keywords
- emotional regulation,
- child development,
- co-regulation guide,
- caregiver guide,
- toddler behaviour,
- early childhood care,
- Triune Brain Theory
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Everyone Has a Dinosaur: Guidebook
Understanding our extraordinary brain-body-heart connection
by
Linda Ness
and
Cherry Muir
"As a mother of neurodiverse children, a business owner, and a professor of education, I am always seeking resources that are grounded in science yet practical enough to apply in real life. Everyone Has a Dinosaur: Guidebook is exactly that kind of resource. This guidebook offers a clear, compassionate explanation of how children experience emotions through the brain-body-heart connection. The use of symbolic characters—the DINOSAUR, the OWL, and the HEART-in-the-Brain—brings complex neuroscience to life in a way that is meaningful and accessible for both children and adults. Professionally, I see this book as an essential tool for educators, caregivers, and anyone working with children. It provides a language and framework that fosters co-regulation, builds resilience, and promotes emotional literacy—skills that are increasingly critical in today’s world. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or education leader, EVERYONE HAS A DINOSAUR offers a framework that fosters empathy, strengthens relationships, and supports growth. It can help understand children’s behaviours and, more importantly, help to support them with empathy and compassion. I highly recommend this guidebook for parents, educators, and leaders looking to support children in understanding and managing their emotions with confidence and care." Karen Nancarrow, Educational Support Program Professor | Conestoga College XCFounder, Indigo Tutoring and Consulting EveryoneHasADinosaur.com
https://everyonehasadinosaur.com/
ABOUT THE CREATORS Linda Ness Linda is an educator, learning coach, leadership mentor, and registered NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback trainer, specializing in the mind-body connection and peak performance. Her extensive experience and research into brain function has inspired the creation of an innovative, simple approach to help children, youth, and adults grasp the complex concept of emotional regulation. Linda enjoys reading, nature, choral singing, and homemade apple pie. Cherry Muir As an experienced teacher in brain-based learning, Cherry eagerly embraced her co-author’s innovative model for understanding emotional regulation, applying it with children of various ages. Inspired by the positive feedback from families, Cherry combined her love for creative writing and early childhood education to co-create this compelling message for all children. Cherry enjoys music around a campfire and river walks with her dogs. Myrna McBrien Illustrating Everyone Has a Dinosaur has been a privilege for Myrna, who deeply believes in the value of the book’s message. Her illustrative talents began in 2001 with the award-winning That Chickadee Feeling by renowned author and environmentalist, Frank Glew. After a 30-year teaching career as an elementary teacher, Myrna is now a professional actor and director, engaging in theater, illustrating, and exploring nature with her family.
Contributors
- Author
- Linda Ness
- Author
- Cherry Muir
- Illustrator
- Myrna McBrien
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