From Orange Is the New Black to Writing Kids' Books: Curiosity Matters | Tanya Wright | Brain Talk

About this episode

Dr. Juna Bobby interviews Tanya Wright about the importance of curiosity and engagement in children's learning.

What helps kids stay engaged in learning—and why do some lose focus?In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna Bobby speaks with Tanya Wright—author and actress known for her role on the hit Netflix series Orange Is the New Black—about how curiosity, imagination, and engagement shape the way children learn.Tanya shares how her journey from acting to education led her to create Hairiette of Harlem, a character designed to captivate attention and help kids stay engaged—especially during a time when many children felt disconnected from learning.🧠 Brain Talk™️:Everyone learns best when their brain is engaged.From a BrainTalk™️ perspective, curiosity helps keep the brain open, attentive, and ready to learn.When kids are curious, their brain stays engaged.When curiosity is missing, learning can feel overwhelming or difficult.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN✔️ How curiosity and engagement help kids stay focused on learning✔️ How imagination supports attention and motivation✔️ Why kids need engagement—not just instruction✔️ How Tanya transitioned from acting to education✔️ Why unconventional paths can be a strengthRELAX TO SOAR™️ method:In RELAX TO SOAR™️, the “A” stands for…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Juna Bobby

Guest: Tanya Wright

Topics covered

• curiosity
• engagement
• learning
• imagination
• education
• parenting

Keywords

• curiosity
• learning
• engagement
• imagination
• kids' books

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Orange Is the New Black, Hairiette of Harlem

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