In this interactive and practical workshop, child care providers will learn effective strategies for de-escalating challenging behaviors and fostering calm, positive connections with young children. By understanding […]
As consumers, we base our purchasing decisions at least in part on the customer service we receive from businesses. The same is true for parents who are […]
Meetings are the glue that hold childcare center together. Whether they are weekly, monthly, quarterly, directors rely on meetings as the primary vehicle for communicating information, promoting […]
This training will help educators and caregivers support children in developing a healthy relationship with food and emotions. Participants will explore types of hunger, responsive feeding practices, […]
Have you ever wondered if the curriculum your program is using is effective? Have you wanted to create or adopt a curriculum for your program, but have […]
This introduction to the Strengthening Families approach and the Protective Factors framework will assist all teachers with increasing their capacity to support families, which will in turn […]
Transitioning from one activity to the next can be especially difficult for some children. Challenging behavior, large classes, and tight schedules can make transition time difficult for […]
Early learning professionals are powerful advocates for children and families, but understanding where to start can be overwhelming. This training introduces participants to the basics of Washington […]
Learn ways to support families of children in your care who have, or will soon have, infants in the home. You will engage in memorable activities as […]
Have you ever been secretly pleased when one of the children in your group is absent? The temperaments of some children, when combined with our own temperaments, […]
It's the little boy who bangs his head on the wall. It's the 4-year-old girl who throws the chair in anger. It's the 2-year-old who hits, bites, […]
This class supports the Early Achievers Quality Standards by addressing Instructional Leadership in the area of Interactions and Curriculum. Today's early learning environment requires continuous quality improvement […]