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# [Nefertiti Bruce Poyner, EdD](https://www.gryphonhouse.com/authors/nefertiti-bruce)

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Nefertiti Bruce Poyner, EdD, is a nationally recognized early childhood specialist and trainer with the Devereux Center for Resilient Children, the nation's largest nonprofit educational and behavioral healthcare organization. She delivers professional development and consultation that focuses on social-emotional development and resilience to programs across the country. Nefertiti is the coauthor of *Socially Strong, Emotionally Secure* and *Building Your Bounce: Simple Strategies for a Resilient You*, a trusted tool for adult well-being.

## Awards

*Socially Strong, Emotionally Secure*: Teachers' Choice Award

 

## Reviews

Praise for *Socially Strong, Emotionally Secure:*

 "I enjoyed this book because it is a topic I face every day of school. The activities are so wonderful, my students enjoyed and actually ask to do them during the day."

"I set up a time every day for the activities to help my students develop their skills. Creating such skills made my heart soar. Thanks to your great resource!"

"We used the activities to build community in our classroom. The climate of our classroom improved after using these lessons."  
- Teacher Reviews

 

 

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