This training covers the safe handling of children in childcare to promote child and educator well-being. Participants will learn about safe handling and classroom management strategies that can help reduce the risk of child-handling injuries. They will also be able to recognize and prevent common injuries in children and adults in childcare settings. Register Here!
The literacy standards specified within the Foundation Blocks for Early Learning include oral expression, vocabulary, phonemic awareness, early knowledge, word recognition, print and book awareness, and written expression. These skills should be introduced at all ages. Teachers should provide literacy experiences for children during every part of the day. Join us and learn how to…
The most important reason to provide high-quality musical environments for young children is that this is a critical period for growth in their musical skills and understanding, as it is for other aspects of learning, and children should have the opportunity to develop all their potential skills and talents. Join us and learn about ways…
Early childhood trauma affects children ages 0-6. Despite assumptions that young age protects from trauma, research shows infants and toddlers are deeply affected by threatening events, even if they can’t verbalize reactions. Trauma sources include intentional violence (abuse, domestic violence), natural disasters, accidents, war, painful medical procedures, or sudden caregiver loss (including separation, not just…
Learn about the difference between teacher-generated and child-generated art, how to incorporate 3D Art with all age groups in your classroom, and how to improve creativity in the learning environment. Â Register Here!
Participants will receive handwashing, diapering, toileting, and sanitation procedures as they are performed multiple times a day. While an early educator may believe that they already know how to properly wash hands, diaper children, assist with toileting, and clean, this training can help improve or refine their behavior to keep themselves and children healthy. Reviewing proper technique is a good reminder that these processes are beyond cleanliness but can also prevent the spread of infectious disease.
During this training, you will be introduced to the indicators a CLASS assessor will evaluate. The trainer will clarify the criteria assessed for each indicator.
During this training, you will be introduced to the indicators a CLASS assessor will evaluate. The trainer will clarify the criteria assessed for each indicator.
Participants will learn the four supportive steps to help young children identify their feelings, learn healthy self-control, and reduce challenging behaviors.
Outdoor play is vital in early childhood education, letting children express themselves and burn energy. Kids explore nature, take risks, and build confidence. Extending classroom centers outdoors develops skills like pretend play. When children invent games, they use imagination and resources to create new realities, enhancing socialization and language as they share ideas with peers. This gives them more control over learning. Join us to discover exciting outdoor learning opportunities for your center.