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Free, unlimited access to hundreds of live, and recorded expert-led professional development sessions. Earn CDA-aligned certificates while growing your skills, confidence, and leadership as an early childhood professional.

Free, unlimited access to hundreds of live, and recorded expert-led professional development sessions. Earn CDA-aligned certificates while growing your skills, confidence, and leadership as an early childhood professional.

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Inspiring Terrific Toddlers 1: Why Do They Do That? Promoting Toddler Development to Reduce Frustrating Behaviors by Raelene Ostberg

Nov 11, 2026

When to Say When: Building Confidence in Supporting Neurodivergent and Developing Minds Part II: Direct Guidance, by Michele Hemenway Pullen

Nov 18, 2026

This is Your Brain on Fairytales: Storytelling, Neuroscience, and Connecting the Dots in Early Childhood by Stephanie Goloway

Nov 19, 2026

Hyperlocal Marketing: Turn Community Connections into Child Care Enrollment by Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed. and Carrie Casey

Dec 1, 2026

Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed.
Talk, Play, Read, Sing: The Language Nutrition Approach to Creating Powerful Language Environments for Young Children by Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer

Dec 3, 2026

Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer, MA, CCC-SLP
Ready for 2027? Need an Assistant? Let AI Help You Work Smarter by Monique Reynolds

Dec 8, 2026

Monique D. Reynolds
Inspiring Terrific Toddlers 2: Evidence-Based Strategies to Set Effective Limits and Gain Gleeful Cooperation by Raelene Ostberg

Dec 9, 2026

Through the Child’s Eyes: Creating Responsive Classrooms Through Observation, Interaction, and Belonging by Lori Kowit, M.A.

Dec 10, 2026

Pause, Ponder, Play: The Power of Time in Nature-Based Learning by Dr. Rachel Larimore

Dec 16, 2026

Improving Young Children's Self-Regulation and Healthy Eating Habits: Four Core Guidance Strategies by Sarah Braaten, Ph.D.

Dec 17, 2026

Father Engagement in Early Childhood: Creating Programs Where Fathers Belong by Amanda Quiroz-Guajardo

Jan 6, 2027

Say It. Mean It. Support It.: Accountability That Builds People by Melissa Blotter

Jan 7, 2027

From Observation to Action: Using Documentation and Assessment to Guide Curriculum Planning by Cynthia Terebush, MS, BCISE, CYPFC

Jan 13, 2027

Learning Beyond the Fence: Safe and Meaningful Nature-Based Learning Outside the Fenced Play Area by Dr. Rachel Larimore

Jan 20, 2027

Tantrums, Tears, and Tough Moments: Rethinking How We Respond to Young Children by Claire Lerner, LICSW

Jan 21, 2027

Transition Songs for Toddlers: How Music, Rhythm, and Melody Build Cooperation and Confidence by Cara Tyrrell

Jan 27, 2027

Thinking on Your Feet: Crisis Preparedness and Response in Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms by Susan H. Shapiro, MS.Ed., Ed. D.

Jan 28, 2027

Developmental Screening vs. Assessment: Why Do Both? by Cynthia Terebush, MS, BCISE, CYPFC

Feb 3, 2027

From Screen Time to Time Together: The Power of Just Ten Minutes of Play, Music, and Connection by Anne Meeker Watson, PhD, MT-BC, and Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL

Feb 4, 2027

What's on Your Plate? Supporting Self-Regulation and Healthy Eating Through Family-Style Mealtimes by Sarah Braaten, Ph.D.

Feb 10, 2027

Playful and Engaging Math Instruction for Young Children by Deborah Stipek

Feb 17, 2027

Supporting Dual Language Learners: Building on Language, Culture, and Family Strengths by Amanda Quiroz-Guajardo

Feb 18, 2027

Compassionate Classroom Management: Words That Build Bonds and Boundaries by Cara Tyrrell

Feb 24, 2027

We're All Adults Here. So Why Is This So Hard? Navigating Workplace Conflict, Big Emotions, and Difficult Conversations by Alyssa Blask Campbell, M.Ed.

Mar 3, 2027

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Inspiring Terrific Toddlers 1: Why Do They Do That? Promoting Toddler Development to Reduce Frustrating Behaviors by Raelene Ostberg

Nov 11, 2026

When to Say When: Building Confidence in Supporting Neurodivergent and Developing Minds Part II: Direct Guidance, by Michele Hemenway Pullen

Nov 18, 2026

This is Your Brain on Fairytales: Storytelling, Neuroscience, and Connecting the Dots in Early Childhood by Stephanie Goloway

Nov 19, 2026

Hyperlocal Marketing: Turn Community Connections into Child Care Enrollment by Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed. and Carrie Casey

Dec 1, 2026

Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed.
Talk, Play, Read, Sing: The Language Nutrition Approach to Creating Powerful Language Environments for Young Children by Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer

Dec 3, 2026

Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer, MA, CCC-SLP
Ready for 2027? Need an Assistant? Let AI Help You Work Smarter by Monique Reynolds

Dec 8, 2026

Monique D. Reynolds
Inspiring Terrific Toddlers 2: Evidence-Based Strategies to Set Effective Limits and Gain Gleeful Cooperation by Raelene Ostberg

Dec 9, 2026

Through the Child’s Eyes: Creating Responsive Classrooms Through Observation, Interaction, and Belonging by Lori Kowit, M.A.

Dec 10, 2026

Pause, Ponder, Play: The Power of Time in Nature-Based Learning by Dr. Rachel Larimore

Dec 16, 2026

Improving Young Children's Self-Regulation and Healthy Eating Habits: Four Core Guidance Strategies by Sarah Braaten, Ph.D.

Dec 17, 2026

Father Engagement in Early Childhood: Creating Programs Where Fathers Belong by Amanda Quiroz-Guajardo

Jan 6, 2027

Say It. Mean It. Support It.: Accountability That Builds People by Melissa Blotter

Jan 7, 2027

From Observation to Action: Using Documentation and Assessment to Guide Curriculum Planning by Cynthia Terebush, MS, BCISE, CYPFC

Jan 13, 2027

Learning Beyond the Fence: Safe and Meaningful Nature-Based Learning Outside the Fenced Play Area by Dr. Rachel Larimore

Jan 20, 2027

Tantrums, Tears, and Tough Moments: Rethinking How We Respond to Young Children by Claire Lerner, LICSW

Jan 21, 2027

Transition Songs for Toddlers: How Music, Rhythm, and Melody Build Cooperation and Confidence by Cara Tyrrell

Jan 27, 2027

Thinking on Your Feet: Crisis Preparedness and Response in Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms by Susan H. Shapiro, MS.Ed., Ed. D.

Jan 28, 2027

Developmental Screening vs. Assessment: Why Do Both? by Cynthia Terebush, MS, BCISE, CYPFC

Feb 3, 2027

From Screen Time to Time Together: The Power of Just Ten Minutes of Play, Music, and Connection by Anne Meeker Watson, PhD, MT-BC, and Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL

Feb 4, 2027

What's on Your Plate? Supporting Self-Regulation and Healthy Eating Through Family-Style Mealtimes by Sarah Braaten, Ph.D.

Feb 10, 2027

Playful and Engaging Math Instruction for Young Children by Deborah Stipek

Feb 17, 2027

Supporting Dual Language Learners: Building on Language, Culture, and Family Strengths by Amanda Quiroz-Guajardo

Feb 18, 2027

Compassionate Classroom Management: Words That Build Bonds and Boundaries by Cara Tyrrell

Feb 24, 2027

We're All Adults Here. So Why Is This So Hard? Navigating Workplace Conflict, Big Emotions, and Difficult Conversations by Alyssa Blask Campbell, M.Ed.

Mar 3, 2027

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  • The Preventing Power Struggles webinar gave me practical strategies and helpful language I can use with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families. I now feel more confident responding to challenging behaviors and guiding my class positively. Key phrases like “two great choices” and “this is a have-to” will improve my classroom management.

    Elena Rosania

    Pre-K4 Lead Teacher

  • Thanks to this webinar, I received many practical tips I plan to try in my daycare. It was exactly the advice I needed.

    Greta Weiss

    Daycare Educator

  • I really enjoyed this session. It was engaging and very useful in my Pre-K classroom.

    Gina Badalamenti

    Teacher

  • I started attending ECE webinars years ago to support my work as a toddler teacher. Over time, they’ve become rich in practical strategies I implement in my classroom. Presenters share insights from their own experiences, which brings topics to life. ECE webinars have helped me grow and become a better teacher.

    Andrea Abelova

    Preschool Teacher

  • I’ve been a Teacher Assistant since 2022 and recently became a Certified Behavioral Coach in 2025. These webinars inspired me to pursue more education, even at age 50. I highly recommend Early Childhood Investigations to anyone in child care. They cover nearly every early childhood topic, and each session is well spent. All webinars are recorded—check them out!

    Mollie Hylton

    Teacher Assistant and Certified Behavior Coach

  • I am an Early Childhood Development Specialist and enjoy the wealth of information I receive through ECI. I strive to learn as much as I teach so my little ones get the best of me. I’m grateful for all the educational opportunities ECI provides, including conventions. Thank you for everything!

    Stacey Calvin

    Early Childhood Development Specialist

  • The Preventing Power Struggles webinar gave me practical strategies and helpful language I can use with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families. I now feel more confident responding to challenging behaviors and guiding my class positively. Key phrases like “two great choices” and “this is a have-to” will improve my classroom management.

    Elena Rosania

    Pre-K4 Lead Teacher

  • Thanks to this webinar, I received many practical tips I plan to try in my daycare. It was exactly the advice I needed.

    Greta Weiss

    Daycare Educator

  • I really enjoyed this session. It was engaging and very useful in my Pre-K classroom.

    Gina Badalamenti

    Teacher

  • I started attending ECE webinars years ago to support my work as a toddler teacher. Over time, they’ve become rich in practical strategies I implement in my classroom. Presenters share insights from their own experiences, which brings topics to life. ECE webinars have helped me grow and become a better teacher.

    Andrea Abelova

    Preschool Teacher

  • I’ve been a Teacher Assistant since 2022 and recently became a Certified Behavioral Coach in 2025. These webinars inspired me to pursue more education, even at age 50. I highly recommend Early Childhood Investigations to anyone in child care. They cover nearly every early childhood topic, and each session is well spent. All webinars are recorded—check them out!

    Mollie Hylton

    Teacher Assistant and Certified Behavior Coach

  • I am an Early Childhood Development Specialist and enjoy the wealth of information I receive through ECI. I strive to learn as much as I teach so my little ones get the best of me. I’m grateful for all the educational opportunities ECI provides, including conventions. Thank you for everything!

    Stacey Calvin

    Early Childhood Development Specialist

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Early Childhood Investigations Podcasts

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Early Childhood Investigations is now available in podcast form—free to listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, wherever your day takes you.

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ECI Joins the Podcast World

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ECI Joins the Podcast World

by ECI Team

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Our Voices Across Generations: AANHPI Educators in Early Childhood Education Panel

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Dr. Jamie Cho

Preschoolers and Pixels by Amy Reyes-Hauff, CDHP

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Amy Reyes-Hauff, CDHP

From First Tour to Long-Term Loyalty: Designing the Family & Staff Lifecycle Journey by Melissa Blotter

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Melissa Blotter

Website-First Marketing: The Simple Marketing System Every ECE Program Needs to Grow Online by Chelsea Denny

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Chelsea Denny

From Reactivity to Regulation: A 3-Layer Framework for Emotionally Responsive Classrooms by Dr. Yehudis Smith

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Dr. Yehudis Smith

Play Under Pressure: How thinking like a play scientist turns pressure into playful possibilities by Juelie Perry-Schwartz, M.S.

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Juelie Perry-Schwartz, M.S.

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