Acknowledgments

Writing a book is always a team effort. Many talented individuals kindly contributed to this one. We wish to thank the following:

  Shaelyn Amaio, whose artistry helped us convey our thoughts in pictures as well as words

  Dr. Casey Stockstill, whose expertise in Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) and young children kept us focused

  Ellen Galinsky for her thoughtful conversations in helping to shape the direction of the book, ensuring a focus on a healing-centered approach in which children are not defined by their trauma

  Karen Nemeth, Sally Durbin, and Dr. Linda Espinosa for their knowledge of how trauma affects children who speak a home language other than English

  Whit Hayslip for his expertise in special education and trauma’s effects on children with disabilities

  Holly Bohart, senior editor at NAEYC, for her skills, knowledge, and graciousness in guiding us through the process of completing this book