Fun fact about child development: you’re pretty much spot on about how kids get their fears from adults! In their early years they look to adults for how to properly act and basically copy them. You can see this in babies who haven’t even learned how to talk, yet are yelling at each other like they’re having an argument (probably because their parents do it enough that they’ve picked up on how conversations work). They’re trying to make connections in their brains about how the world works and as they get older, refine those connections. So teaching kids early on that bugs are good and reinforcing it helps them a lot! Source: I’m considering pursuing a major in Early Childhood Education and took a Childhood/Adolescent development class at college

@dandymcgee

5 ай бұрын

This actually explains a lot about why I'm not afraid of spiders or snakes... and helps me relate much better to people who are. Thanks!

@qyurryusss

5 ай бұрын

It's called social referencing :D

@cahan557

5 ай бұрын

I don’t disagree with what you said but referencing yourself as a source because you took a class and are considering doing a degree in the subject is crazy

@Jenkkimie

5 ай бұрын

As a neuropsychologist by my first degree, I can confirm this is how it goes for the most part. It's called mirrorneurons and we learn some by observing others. Ever heard of the idiom "monkey see, monkey do"? Well the history of it is much more literal and cool than people think. For when the mirrorneurons were discovered it was based on a study a research team did with monkeys. First they introduced a monkey into a disclosure and in the middle of it was a device that contained sweet fruits monkeys love but in order to get them the monkey had to solve a puzzle. Over a time the monkey solved the puzzle and got their sweets. Then that monkey was removed from the disclosure and a 2nd monkey was introduced to the disclosure. Sure enough they started to investigate the puzzle as well but before they could solve it, the team re-introduced the 1st monkey into the disclosure as well. Then the 2nd monkey observed from the side how the 1st monkey solved the puzzle and sure enough the 2nd monkey also solved the puzzle and got the reward. Monkey see, monkey do. Mirrorneurons got their name from how we learn to mirror and mimic by observing others in our living environment.

@chrisray1567

5 ай бұрын

@@cahan557 Had the same reaction, but at least OP was being honest about their lack of expertise.

Hey I liked this vlog. I cant wait to buy your book so hopefully someday you can buy some food besides bread. Have a great day

@xxxprimexxx

5 ай бұрын

nice

@angelclaudia

5 ай бұрын

sup chat

@lopmon4767

5 ай бұрын

Hi chat

@cyrano197

5 ай бұрын

Real (def not commenting becuz of the stream)

@twildabuckingham

5 ай бұрын

Me too! Fun vid

Maya thinks I'm gonna buy the book for a kid I know, little does she know, I'm buying the book for my own adult ass, and she cannot stop me lmao

@milkman5790

5 ай бұрын

Real and true

@DJKr15py

5 ай бұрын

Based

@cesarloya4525

5 ай бұрын

You're a God

@meepboy0

5 ай бұрын

Fr

@bashwithsashnagoor.4549

5 ай бұрын

Like actually

I do an insect research unit in my library with my kindergarteners every year and I’ll be excited to use this as a read aloud :)

@crowpotking1100

5 ай бұрын

Yea, the library where I used to live did a snake day, it would be cool to bring bugs or other "pests"

@sejtbrugernavn

5 ай бұрын

You hardly know anything about the book

@JosephsJungle8

5 ай бұрын

@@sejtbrugernavnhow kind of you

Maya commentating over herself talking and pointing out background things is 10/10 vlog content and what we’re all here for

@whiteydiamond

5 ай бұрын

Fuckin cringe

I am a kindergarten teacher and I have told my kids all about your book. We’re looking forward to reading it when it comes out! They know about quite a few of the ambassadors because I wear my alveus sweatshirts to school sometimes and have the stompy plushie in my classroom 🥰

@ruslan_kasimov

5 ай бұрын

Omg you're amazing

@htspencer9084

2 ай бұрын

Confirmed awesome!

Vlogs like this are 10/10, please continue to do more. Can do anything, clothes/thrift shopping, going to salon to change hair, going to a vegan restaurant, Christmas shopping, literally anything. They are so good, great video!

@PopLivy

5 ай бұрын

big agree, love these kinds of videos !!

As an adult with no children, I would absolutely buy this children's book.

@Pingviinimursu

2 ай бұрын

As a book with no adults, I would absolutely buy this adult's children.

You seem genuinely passionate about teaching kids about bugs and I'm sure your passion will come through your writing.

Lethal Company edit at the intro was sick lmao

As someone who really enjoy mayas content and everything she teaches about animals and bugs and everything else I'm very happy to hear she's branching into kids' literature. I am a daycare teacher I work with ages 2-5 but I also nanny for older kids as well. Even if I may be afraid of how a bug looks I rarely show that to kids I don't want to instill on them that they should harm bugs or disturb them just bc they can. If there is a bug in the daycare we teach them to alert a teacher so we can all bring it outside. We have kids who will gladly help pick up a bug and carry it safely to a bush outside or a flower. The daycare I work at is on a farm so we do get a lot of fun bugs! The coolest bug I've gotten to show and teach kids about is the cross spider I have arachnophobia but I know there are plenty of spiders that are harmless and safe its just ill cry if it touches me :) Teaching kids to not be afraid of bugs and teaching kids to show care to bugs and animals alike is so so important and every reaction has an impact. Me and my other teachers were devastated to see the neighbor chop down a beautiful pine today bc we know its a big hit for a lot of birds in the area and we were chatting about it. the kids came over concerned as well and wanted to learn where the birds would go now and if we can replant the tree so the birds can have a new one. Thank you Maya for being apart of helping the younger generation!

@mayahiga

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so so much 💗

@htspencer9084

2 ай бұрын

I agree, its so important for us to be mindful of not passing on our own stuff onto the next generation 😅

@alveolate

2 ай бұрын

omg this teacher has the right mindset! hopefully their sensitivity to unintentional imprinting also extends to other things too. i really wonder how many kids pick up bad habits or even just inefficient thought processes from a preschool age. but yea, learning to hate bugs is one of those things that are just all too common and extremely unfortunate.

Maya has one of the funniest editors. The lethal company and fallout references in the intro killed me.

@poseidonm7

5 ай бұрын

I missed it. but accidently refreshed the video half way through and was very pleasantly surprised :D

My daughter has always loved insects. Most insects she will try and play with and loves to learn about them. Her and I are the only ones in our family that will put them outside so they don’t get crushed by everyone else freaking out. Your book idea is amazing and it really is needed. Insects are a part of every day life and we should try and learn more about them. They are essential to the environment as well.

@violet-fl9ve

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for putting the bugs outside 💚

@Jackolantirn

5 ай бұрын

Do you even take the big cockaroaches outside? I was at a friend's house, and there was a big roach on the ground, but because I didn't want to smash it and make a mess, I caught it and released it outside. I'm comfortable around almost all insects, but roaches (and flies) completely gross me out. I did not have a fun time carrying that roach outside.

@tolkienfan1972

5 ай бұрын

"She and I are ..."

@krystallos81

5 ай бұрын

@@Jackolantirn Roaches are kind of freaky, but they serve a purpose.

i do volunteer work with special needs kids age 7-10 and absolutely LOVE bugs and learning about animals! They would go WILD over a book about bugs, cant wait!!

Your editor is goated. That narration/animation with the "have you seen my hat?"-part? Elite.

Based solely on the thumbnail and title, it's great that you finally learned to read. Seriously though, the book sounds like a really good idea and I'd love to see more stuff like this in the future.

So glad that you're doing this. I distinctly remember my love of bugs (and spiders specifically) traces back to a book I read at the library when I was 4. I'm sure yours will do the same for future generations!

My mom is a pre-k teacher and if you get this book published I will definitely recommend it to her to read to her class.

They NEED to let you make the illustrations!!!! You're so talented at drawing

@Bibblesupremacy1992

5 ай бұрын

thats what shes doing. shes drawing everything

@surfingthedarkness

5 ай бұрын

@@Bibblesupremacy1992 last i know is the publisher isn't sure yet, they wanted to hire a professional illustrator and she had to show her work for them to decide. Which is crazy: part of the audience for buying the book will childless people who love Maya and Alveus and who would realllly want the illustrations to be by Maya herself

As a beginning teacher, I can certainly empathize with your worry about not being able to communicate with kids. The best advice I've received (from mentors, education professors, and even the kids themselves) is to just be authentic. It's clear to me from the way you talk about this book that your passion and personality will shine through and kids will love that. For the rest, you can rely on teachers and parents for help. If a too-tricky word sneaks we'll explain it. If the ending's a little sad we'll talk about what the characters could have done to make it happy. Whenever you work with kids, you're working with a team.

@htspencer9084

2 ай бұрын

I also think processing sadness is an important skill to share. Every emotion is valid.

the sad children's books are pretty memorable, I remember "the velveteen rabbit" and also a book that was about getting over the loss of a cat called "The Tenth Good Thing About Barney." They were sad, but I definitely read them multiple times as a kidlet.

dude istg Danny is the absolute perfect editor for maya’s vlogs. ngl this is just so entertaining and fun to watch. been a fan for 2 years now and will forever be.

Don't sell yourself short, Maya, the reason you are able to break down and explain so simply is because you have great understanding of what you are teaching. 👍

As someone who wants to be an entomologist, I'm so happy you're making this book! More adults need to learn that insects are super important to the environment, so that the younger generations can be less scared of them 💜💜

editor went hard on this one, props

i have no kids and don't even like children but i will buy like 5 copies of this book and donate them to my local libraries to make sure kids read this book. i am also a big bug fan but am still getting over the ingrained fear

@elysemccabe3905

5 ай бұрын

That's a great idea, mind if I steal it?

Watching you go out and commit a day to writing your book is inspiring me to do the same!! Motivation is so hard for me and I haven't written in ages, but seeing you just go "boom. Writing day. Find fitting location. Commit" is making me want to do the same!

@htspencer9084

2 ай бұрын

I hope your writing day went well. And if it's not happened yet, I hope it will go well!

It’s not necessarily the stuff going on that makes the vlogs enjoyable, it’s mostly you. I could listen to you talk about pretty much anything forever.

These vlogs are always great, a lot more like this plz

I haven’t written a comment in many years but just wanted to say I really liked the chill vlog! I’m inspired by your level of productivity, trying new things, and following your passions! I didn’t find it boring

I don't know if Maya has ADHD, but her style of vlogging makes me as someone with ADHD feel very seen in an awesome way. The fidget cube, her voice-over commentary interrupting her own talking, the freaking little jokes and edits throughout the whole thing. Very entertaining, 10/10 would recommend. I will be watching as comfort noise at some point in the future, because her voice is so soothing.

i used to LOVE books about insects and parasites when i was little the more information & facts the better! i loved to tell my parents and friends random facts i learned and they probably got so sick of me lol

Yay! Can’t wait to get the book!! Bugs rule! Also love the editing!!

@HostileAtHeart

5 ай бұрын

Wdym you love the editing? You haven't watched more than 3 minutes of the entire video!

@DxD93

5 ай бұрын

​@@HostileAtHeartvery hostile

@SephStar

5 ай бұрын

@@HostileAtHeart yeah… and the editing in those minutes was fire. In the first couple seconds the Maverick edit was so cute lol

like the slow vlogs, really genuine and down to earth. the crazy vlogs kinda feel too much because they are so disconnected from day to day that we tend to lead.

i personally love “boring” everyday vlogs, they’re relaxing in a way

Your vlogs are so enjoyable, whether its Twitch Con or a day in the life. I'll also definitely be buying your book for my nephews!

i love this!! seeing your illustrations for this has been so fun. very good to watch while i'm taking a break from writing about jesus lol

loved this video! so soothing & wishing you all the best on the book!

Thanks for the vlog Maya good one! ♥

This was a beautiful and chill vid! Thanks Maya! ;D

I am so excited to see the process of the book. love the vlogs Maya

Proud of Maya for battling her anxiety

That was awesome, Maya. I love the premise! I can’t wait to read it.

loved the vlog, the VO is hilarious 🤣

This was a really fun style where it's just a day and hearing your commentary over it

This is so cute!!!! casual vlogs for side projects are always great the chill vibes are wonderful

you're so inspiring! really excited for you, keep going!

yay! Maya vlog :) Im invested in this book now

Love the vlogs Maya, they're very relaxing vs. the normal youtube vlog where it is all go go go. Well done on making your book that much closer to becoming a reality!

i love the chill whatever vlogs! so inspired by your conservation work to keep pursuing sustainability work

love the chill vlogs! should definetly do more!

love the chill vlogs maya!

I have a son who used to be scared of bugs and now is slightly less scared, he's 5, and a niece who is terrified of them and she's 3 so I can't wait for your kid's book, i'd love to read it to both of them :D

I've only watched Maya stream a couple of times, but found her KZread channel and have been shocked by how fantastic the videos and editing are. Streaming and video blogs are two very different skills, so it's super impressive to me. Great work!

@mayahiga

5 ай бұрын

Ty Luke!

I really liked the chill vlog. Hope you make more :D

that's so exciting, good luck! and a more chill vlog is fine, especially when it's very evident how excited you are for the book

I am a Spanish speaker but I am learning English, I really like these vlogs because they teach me vocabulary that you English speakers use in your daily life, so thank you very much for these videos, I hope to see more of this

I absolutely loved this video, its late at night right now so the chill vibe was great. I recently bought myself a camera and a macro lens to photograph all different kinds of insects from beetles and spiders to caterpillars, just because they look really cool and are in my opinion underappreciated. But this videa gave me even more reasons to continue doing so just to show them to other people, kids but I've also gotten great reactions from older people. Some hated spiders but seeing the big cute eyes and fuzzy pedipalps of a jumping spider made them realize that they're not all that bad which made me really happy :)

Love the chill vibes! Good luck with the book!

I love all of the vlogs!! And its so cool getting to see the behind the scenes of writing a book! Cant wait to see how it turns out!!

As a daycare employee I'm interested in projects like yours, thank you for documenting it I also liked your video as a whole and the chill/slow pace of it, it's very relaxing and it's a bit weird to say but when I watch your videos (wich isn't from too long ago) you remember me of an Animal Crossing villager living his life if that makes any sense lol Thank you Maya, keep doing these !

This is a great idea! I've watched your content for a while and learned a lot about bugs and how important they are which has helped me not be so afraid of bugs, and I've passed on what I've learned to my kids who are all pretty young. When I see a bug I've been making an effort to try and explain why it's important and then we gently relocate it 😂 They are MUCH less afraid of bugs than their cousins and school friends!

Amazing blog, really enjoyed it. 😊 Great format!

Love the chill vlog so excited for your book ❤

Can’t wait wait to enjoy this book and then give it to my younger siblings. Also, I think these chill vlogs are very relaxing with entertaining voiceovers!

I love the ideas behind the book, especially the moral of "what happens when we don't have the bug" cause whether through fear or intrigue, children in my Kindergarten always displace bugs through interest, which typically results in the complete removal of the bug whether alive or not. Teaching children the consequences their interactions with bugs or the environment can have is something I think is important to teach, and I'm excited to see how this book turns out!

really like the editing in this and cant wait for the book to come out!

this vlog is so sweet i love the slow energy 🥰🥰

I feel like my peers were pretty chill about bugs growing up, aside from spiders & cockroaches, which I've since come to love as an adult. A book about their importance would've really make me think as a kid. Looking forward to your progress!

i got over my fear of yellowjackets when i was told they have horrible eyesight. when they get close i just imagine an old grandma with giant glasses trying to look at something in detail. now they just appear silly... love the book idea !

your outfit and sweater/shall was so cute . look forward to the book !

That was amazing keep us updated

I also think children's books in thrift stores would give some unique and interesting inspiration! Since some of the books might be one of a kind or a 'forgotten' style. Might be a cool idea to do that!

I have a little boy due in April! Would love to read him a book about how cool bugs are. Can't wait to see how the book turns out!

@mayahiga

5 ай бұрын

Congratulations on the little one!!! ❤️ 😊

love the vlogs and excited for the book!

i love this style of vlog!! it’s super cozy and comfy vibes ❤

I would definitely buy a bug book! Just to read myself, i am also a simple mind loving bugs. :)

We let our 6yr old daughter watch your channel occasionally and she wanted to tell you your bee drawing was cute and great! We’re looking forward to the book! Also, The formatting for the the video felt very relatable and well paced 😊

I like the chill vlogs. Also excited to see where the project goes! :)

Wow! Congratulations, this is amazing 🥹

don't say the vlog was boring, i love this style of your videos. they are the best!

I don't have a particular background in insects or child development or anything, I simply work at the local library. But I do wanna say, that if there's one thing I've learned working at the library, it's that kids innately love learning. When parents bring their young children to the library and sit down, their child more often than not walks over to the non-fiction section to pick up a book about animals, cars, anatomy, or bugs, and their parent reads it aloud to them. I think the idea for this book is wonderful and a really good idea (and I'm definitely buying it). Any children's book with this much passion behind it, is one I know we'd love to have on our shelves, and I hope we do one day! :) (P.S, I loved the vlog, very chill and funny, a wonderful way to start my morning)

maya ur videos are so comforting

It's so great to see you chase your passions and knock it out of the park. It's inspiring. Cannot wait to see the book

Absolutely incredible productivity. Researching, writing and submitting a whole-ass book in one day? With bonus unused storyboard artwork?? Vlogging the entire day too because why not??? Clearly I gotta get some of that boursin

“By the way, would any of you even buy a children’s book?” YES - my son loves books, particularly ones that are animal-related/themed! Mostly farm animals (and especially pigs for some reason) but I’m sure he’ll love to hear about some bugs too.

loved this vlog and I’m really excited to witness this journey!! looking forward to buy this book whenever it comes out :-)

Your edits and voiceover interjections are amazing. Such an entertaining way of editing

Your enthusiasm for animals and other creatures helps to give me at least a little faith in humanity! Keep being awesome!

I grew up with "Don't let the pigeon," _____ And I absolutely loved that as a younger kid. I would look towards those types of books because I could STILL read those all day.

I love narration Maya, this style is so fun to watch.

that is a nice vlog, thank you for making it

Wait the plot for that children’s book is so good! If I ruminate in the thought for too long of the bug thinking the family is his friends and then they try to harm him, i’d FS start crying, if a kid doesn’t empathize with the bug, they’re a lost cause 😂

Dear Brody/editor, you really make these videos feel like a warm hug. I hope you get all the appreciation you deserve because I can imagine the source material beeing a lot and somewhat dull at times (no offense Maya). Going through it all is not easy, so please take this as a token of gratitude - love these!!

This cozy vlog definitely raised my spirits! Thank you for sharing with us (:

Love this style of vlog! Really inspiring to see you do something you haven't done before.

The sitting in a Starbucks with a cute fit and a caramel frappuccino while maliciously attacking the keyboard of a laptop is such a vibe💅🏽✨️

i love your vlogs. Can't wait for the book

Loved the chill vibe! need more

Awesome a kiddies book more reason to be impressed😊

@HostileAtHeart

5 ай бұрын

Why do you feel the need to comment before having even watched more than 2 minutes out of a 13 minute video?

@user-zx9xc9cn8f

5 ай бұрын

@@HostileAtHeartwhy do you feel the need to be upset someone made a comment lmao

@neilwillis9113

5 ай бұрын

@@HostileAtHeart pissoffplease

@neilwillis9113

5 ай бұрын

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@neilwillis9113

5 ай бұрын

Andi watched the entire video after commenting