Marie Weller and Paula Vertikoff are a dynamic duo committed to promoting social-emotional wellness for children and the adults who support them. With a combined experience of fifty years in the field of education, they have witnessed firsthand what research has confirmed - social emotional wellness plays an integral role in academic achievement and overall success in life.Their beloved "Cranium Critters" picture book series introduces two endearing characters who explore the fascinating world of the brain and its crucial role in managing emotions, fostering focus, and accomplishing goals. Scout, the brain's safety pup, imparts valuable lessons to children on calming their minds and effectively managing their emotions through mindfulness and other evidence-based techniques. Einstein, the brain's head thinker and problem solver, equips children with skills to overcome distractions and stay focused on what truly matters.Driven by their passion for empowering young minds, Marie and Paula founded Cranium Kids Media, to share video lessons, stories, blog articles, and activities to help young people learn little life lessons and develop big life skills needed to lead happier, healthier lives.For more information and to explore their enriching content, please visit their website at https: //craniumkidsmedia.com/, and subscribe to their YouTube channel, which features additional video lessons: https: //www.youtube.com/@CraniumKidsMedia/videos. They also offer valuable resources for educators on their Teachers Pay Teachers page: https: //www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Cranium-Kids-Media. Connect with them on Facebook or Instagram for updates and insights: @craniumkidsmedia and @cranium.critters.Marie resides in Columbus, Ohio, with her loving husband and takes pride in being a mother to three grown children. Paula calls Hilliard, Ohio, her home, where she lives with her husband, two sons, and a feisty beagle named Mila, who served as the inspiration for Scout, the brain's safety pup.
