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Beyond the Page: Empowering Young Minds
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In episode 221, Emily talks with Brad Wright, a Neurodivergent Educator and Administrator, and author of the Infinity Blast series of middle grade books featuring neurodivergent characters. They discuss his work as an educator and how it influenced his decision to write fiction for young people. It’s important for educators to be educated about neurodiversity and provide accurate information to children. Brad also talks about the evolution of neurodivergent characters in children's literature and the role they play in the lives of young people. There is a need for more diverse and authentic characters in literature.
Takeaways
Educators should be educated about neurodiversity and provide accurate information to children.
The representation of neurodivergent characters in children's literature has evolved, but there is still a need for more diverse characters.
Authentic portrayal of neurodivergent traits is important to provide a nuanced understanding of different types of brains.
Neurodivergent children should hold onto their special interests and stay true to themselves, as they will find their people and become fully actualized individuals.
To learn more about the Neurodiversity University courses for educators, click the link, and get in touch with us through the contact page if you have questions. Join the Neurodiversity Podcast Advocacy & Support Group on Facebook!
Bradley Wright is an author, educator, and administrator at an independent school. In his earlier years, he was a professional ballet dancer. Brad grew up in Seattle but has been slowly migrating southward with stops in Portland, Eugene, San Francisco, and now Los Angeles where he lives with his family. His current writing project is the Infinity Blast series for middle grade readers. Books one and two are out now. Book three will be released Spring 2025.
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Manage episode 413446348 series 2763254
In episode 221, Emily talks with Brad Wright, a Neurodivergent Educator and Administrator, and author of the Infinity Blast series of middle grade books featuring neurodivergent characters. They discuss his work as an educator and how it influenced his decision to write fiction for young people. It’s important for educators to be educated about neurodiversity and provide accurate information to children. Brad also talks about the evolution of neurodivergent characters in children's literature and the role they play in the lives of young people. There is a need for more diverse and authentic characters in literature.
Takeaways
Educators should be educated about neurodiversity and provide accurate information to children.
The representation of neurodivergent characters in children's literature has evolved, but there is still a need for more diverse characters.
Authentic portrayal of neurodivergent traits is important to provide a nuanced understanding of different types of brains.
Neurodivergent children should hold onto their special interests and stay true to themselves, as they will find their people and become fully actualized individuals.
To learn more about the Neurodiversity University courses for educators, click the link, and get in touch with us through the contact page if you have questions. Join the Neurodiversity Podcast Advocacy & Support Group on Facebook!
Bradley Wright is an author, educator, and administrator at an independent school. In his earlier years, he was a professional ballet dancer. Brad grew up in Seattle but has been slowly migrating southward with stops in Portland, Eugene, San Francisco, and now Los Angeles where he lives with his family. His current writing project is the Infinity Blast series for middle grade readers. Books one and two are out now. Book three will be released Spring 2025.
BACKGROUND READING
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