Jamie Krenn Ph.D.

About

Jamie Krenn holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology: Cognitive Science from Teachers College, Columbia University. She serves as an adjunct associate professor at Columbia University’s Teachers College and a guest lecturer at Sarah Lawrence College. Her teaching and research focus on cognitive media processing, creative preschool curriculum design, and culinary cognition. Additionally, Jamie consults with brands and children’s television programs, offering expertise in food, parenting, psychology, curriculum, and product development. Explore more about her work at Giant Screen & Spoon (https://www.giantscreenandspoon.com/).

Recent Posts

Why We Can’t Resist a Viral Baby Hippo

Humor fosters connections, eases stress, and sparks joy. Moo Deng, a viral baby hippo, is a prime example of how humor can create bonds and help us stay informed at the same time.

What if Presidential Debates Followed the 30-Second Rule?

If political debates adhered to one simple elementary-school rule, we could model respect, shift our focus to policies, and improve media and public discourse.

Helping Young Children Navigate Election Anxiety

Help kids understand election anxiety by limiting media, creating a safe space for questions, and teaching emotional regulation techniques

What We Can Learn From "Deadpool and Wolverine"

Deadpool and Wolverine offer insights into resilience, identity, and finding humor in adversity in their new film.

How to Adjust to College in a Global Pandemic

Freshmen in college are facing a particularly tumultuous transition. A few mindful tactics can help.

Refill Your Emotional Piggy Bank

Looking for a pick me up? Focus on your emotional piggy bank.

Tips for Working from Home with Young Children

Working at home with a young child can be both joyful and painful (and bounce between the two often). Recommendations for making your new home life more manageable.

When Necessary, Use Screen Time as a Learning Experience

The amount of screen time you use is a family decision. It may be more necessary now, but here are ways to make it a learning experience.

Screen-Time "Friends"

Afterschool TV may not be so terrible: Research shows that children can learn and feel “friendship” from familiar characters.

Explaining Political Ads, Current News, and Voting to Kids

Has the constant stream of political ads already become too much for your kids? A few recommendations may help them manage their complex feelings.