Books
Dr Mine Conkbayir is the author of Early Childhood Theories and Contemporary Issues (20 Nov 2014) and author of a second book, Early Childhood and Neuroscience: Theory, Research and Implications for Practice (12 Jan 2017), which achieved the High Commendation award in the Best Professional Book category of the Nursery World Awards 2017.
Both books are receiving positive feedback from professionals within the sector and in the wider community and are fast becoming required reading across a range of level 3 child care qualifications, foundation and BA Hons degree programmes and continual professional development (CPD) programmes throughout the Early Years field.
She has also written the text that underpins the NCFE CACHE Level 2 qualification in Neuroscience in Early Years, and her neuroscience and self-regulation resources are recommended reading for students on the Level 4 Early Years Neuroscience course.
Books
Dr Mine Conkbayir is the author of Early Childhood Theories and Contemporary Issues (20 Nov 2014) and author of a second book, Early Childhood and Neuroscience: Theory, Research and Implications for Practice (12 Jan 2017), which achieved the High Commendation award in the Best Professional Book category of the Nursery World Awards 2017.
Both books are receiving positive feedback from professionals within the sector and in the wider community and are fast becoming required reading across a range of level 3 child care qualifications, foundation and BA Hons degree programmes and continual professional development (CPD) programmes throughout the Early Years field.
This sensitively written and beautifully illustrated storybook and guide provides children (aged 7+) and the adults who support them with the resources to understand Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and demonstrate how speaking with children can foster healing and recovery from trauma.
Maya is a young girl who loves learning about space, playing football and drawing, but often feels very anxious at home and school due to the ACEs she has been exposed to. In the story, Maya is able to overcome her ACEs with the help of a variety of protective factors in her life – and with three fantastical adventures she embarks upon with Harry, that give her additional tools and keepers to use in her everyday life.
“This book is for any adult seeking some kind of template for communicating with a child who, through no fault of their own, is having to cope with a number of obstacles… Problems can be overcome Mine’s book tells us: with kindness, listening and talisman-like Keepers that remind us to be kind, talk to each other and to have empathy.”
– Sir Lenny Henry, CBE
The Neuroscience of the Developing Child
Dr Mine Conkbayir’s latest book informs Early Years practitioners and parents alike, about the fundamentally important role of self-regulation (SR) in living a mentally healthy and fulfilling life. Packed with accessible information concerning the neuroscience of early brain development and real-life case studies, this book clearly demonstrates how to put SR theory into action in the home and across educational settings.
The tone of this book is unparalleled and set from the start, by an interview with Founder of the MEHRIT Centre, Dr Stuart Shanker – the leading light in SR around the world. The Foreword is provided by Executive Director of Dr Shanker’s MEHRIT Centre and Chief Executive Officer of Self-Reg Global, Dr Susan Hopkins. Their principles and insights shine through in their contributions to this book.
Topics covered by the author include an examination of what SR is – and what it is not. The critical role of co-regulation in enabling SR to occur is discussed, followed by an accessible and engaging whistle-stop tour of the developing brain. Sensory integration as part of SR is considered, alongside a compelling argument against the use of behaviour management in settings and homes. The book concludes with a forward looking chapter concerning the underpinning role of SR in the wider, global context of building a sustainable future and what action is needed now, to achieve this.
A must-read for anyone who wants to develop their understanding of SR and how to apply this for themselves and others.
Early Childhood and Neuroscience (NEW 2nd Edition)
Early Childhood and Neuroscience is a practical guide to understanding the complex and challenging subject of neuroscience and its use (and misapplication) in early childhood policy and practice. The 2nd edition has been updated throughout and includes a new Foreword by Dr Laura Jana (Penn State University, USA), a new Introduction and three new chapters on: – the effects of childhood trauma – self-regulation – neurodiversity
The book provides a balanced overview of the debates by weaving discussion on the opportunities of using neuroscience in early childhood practice with examination of the limitations and ethical implications throughout the chapters.
Early Childhood Theories and Contemporary Issues
Having a good grasp of the theories of child development and how these translate into practice can make a positive difference to how you understand babies and children and the ways in which you can help them learn. This approachable guide offers easy access to a wide range of concepts, as well as classic and current theories, about how babies and children learn.
Understanding Neuroscience and Self-Regulation in Early Years
Dr Conkbayir has designed the NCFE CACHE Neuroscience in Early Years qualifications at both LEVEL 2 and LEVEL 4; both qualifications are designed to provide Early Years practitioners with an understanding of the development of the brain in babies and young children from birth to 7 years. These qualifications provide important continued professional development supporting the practitioner role.
As well as explaining the theory behind the science, these courses provide learners with practical advice in terms of how to promote healthy brain development in the critical first seven years of life, and how they can support children to develop those vital self-regulation skills.
As well as designing the courses, Mine has written the textbook which underpins the LEVEL 2 qualification, Understanding Neuroscience and Self-Regulation In Early Years, published by Hallmark Education.
This textbook was highly commended by the judges in the professional book category of the 2022 Nursery World Awards.
Articles
Mine writes extensively on a range of subjects concerning children’s wellbeing and development. This includes teacher training, Early Years, continuing professional development, psychology and youth studies. Her articles regularly feature in publications including Teach Early Years, the Times Educational Supplement (TES), Cache Alumni and Early Years Childcarer Magazine. Mine is well known for her creative and accessible style and her articles and books are designed to support provision across the Early Years sector as well as all professionals working with and on behalf of babies, children and young adults.
Articles
Mine writes extensively on a range of subjects concerning children’s wellbeing and development. This includes teacher training, Early Years, continuing professional development, psychology and youth studies. Her articles regularly feature in publications including Teach Early Years, the Times Educational Supplement (TES), Cache Alumni and Early Years Childcarer Magazine. Mine is well known for her creative and accessible style and her articles and books are designed to support provision across the Early Years sector as well as all professionals working with and on behalf of babies, children and young adults.
A FABULOUS addition to my bookshelf. Thanks for writing this book Mine. I’ve recommended it to all my students (who are scrambling to buy a copy). A long overdue look at childhood from an evidence-based neuroscience perspective, no pseudoscience, no hype, AND an enjoyable read. You’re my new hero!
Sarah McKay, Neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, science communicator and Founder of The Neuroscience Academy.
