Mine's work nominated for TWO 2023 Teach awards!

Mine’s work nominated for TWO 2023 Teach awards!

Exciting news this week as not one but TWO of my books have been nominated for awards!

Earlier this year Routledge published my new children’s therapeutic storybook and adult guide, Maya’s ACE Adventures!

This set 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 lives with her mum, her mum’s boyfriend and her pet hamster, Harry. She 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.

I am delighted that this vital tool for teachers, parents, foster carers, social workers and other professionals who are supporting children affected by ACEs and trauma is now a Finalist in the Teach Primary Awards 2023 under the SEN category!

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Images of the covers of the Maya's ACE Adventures series of books

The Neuroscience of the Developing Child Book Cover

In December 2022 I launched my book The Neuroscience of the Developing Child: Self-Regulation for Wellbeing and a Sustainable Future, and it has become a must-read for anyone who wants to develop their understanding of self-regulation and how to apply this for themselves and others.

The Neuroscience of the Developing Child informs Early Years practitioners and primary carers 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 set from the start, by an interview with Founder of the MEHRIT Centre, Dr Stuart Shanker – the leading light in SR around the world.

I am beyond proud that my highly acclaimed book is now Finalist in the Teach Early Years Magazine Awards under the CPD category!

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Inspirational talk and excellent research from Mine. Mine was an excellent, clear speaker, she spoke with very little crutch words which made her a great talker and clear to understand throughout the talk. I learnt tremendous amounts of information and I will become a much better person from this talk. I have a lot of respect for you. There should be more people like you. You are my new role model!

Seminar Feedback

One of the best speakers! Immediate, knowledgeable, determined and fun!!!

Seminar Feedback, LDN Talks | Inside the Brain of a Child

Hello Mine. You gave a talk once at LJMU for Education studies and Early Years students. Ever since, I have been hooked on your work which has inspired me and I would like to thank you.

Seminar Feedback, Student at Liverpool John Moores University

A very engaging and informative presentation. Can’t wait to buy Mine’s book and have a good read of the theory and evidence, to relate it to my own practices. Highly recommend!

Excellent! Listening to Mine made me realise that more people need to be informed about the neurological development of children and the power that love and nurture have!

Wow! Yesterday was amazing and so inspirational x Mine you really know how to light the room with your enthusiasm x All of my team including myself came away feeling empowered and confident to make changes which will have such a positive impact. I really can’t thank you enough. Looking forward to our next meeting!

Jayne Windsor, Manager of Clare House Nursery, Somerset.

Thank you so much for your training on achieving trauma-informed practice. It was incredible, thought provoking, reflective and practice changing.
ALL childcare practitioners/parents – anyone in the wonderful position to be in contact with children NEED to be aware of Dr Mine Conkbayir, her insight and utter brilliance.

Training Attendee

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!

Book Review: Sarah McKay, Neuroscientist, TEDx speaker, science communicator and Founder of The Neuroscience Academy

Working at Body & Soul, a childhood adversity charity, we see many people who have experienced significant trauma in their early lives. Mine’s research is crucial for understanding the effects of trauma and toxic stress on the brain, and sharing what can be done to transform these effects so that children and adults alike can thrive regardless of their past experiences. Great talk Mine!

Seminar Feedback, Body & Soul Charity, London