September 22, 2022
Sponsored by Procare. Sigh! Your child care program’s finances: So critical, and yet often the hardest part of your job! If only there were a few key principles that could help making your budget easier to develop, manage, and most of all balance with reliable revenue growth! You are in luck because there are some fundamental strategies that are tried and true. In this free[...] Full Description
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- Administration, Business, Finance, Leadership, Management
September 21, 2022
Sponsored by ChildCare Education Institute Oh, BABY! Infants and toddlers’ brains and capacities are on FIRE! Research shows time and time again that their development is exceptionally rapid, which means that as an infant and toddler educator you must carefully prioritize the time you spend together. Because secure attachment predicts healthy outcomes in numerous developmental domains and aspects of living, keeping attachment as the structural[...] Full Description
September 14, 2022
Sponsored by Storypark. We love emergent curriculum in nature-based programs. But even emergent approaches require some element of planning. Now is the time to explore ways to plan and document learning that are dynamic and motivating inside, outside and beyond! Join international early childhood natural program expert Dr Claire Warden to learn out how to embrace and support emergent curriculum with responsive planning, documentation, and[...] Full Description
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- Documentation, Family Engagement, Nature
August 24, 2022
Sponsored by Early Childhood Investigations Consultants Directory. Some people love social media for social connectivity, and some don’t. But regardless of your feelings about using it personally, as an early childhood consultant, you must embrace it as an important tool for promoting your business. It’s a fact of life for business survival in 2022 and beyond. And, using it for business is entirely different than[...] Full Description
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- Business, Consulting, Social Media
August 17, 2022
Sponsored by Housman Institute. You do not need to check your newsfeed to see what the implications of the stress, uncertainty, disruption, isolation, trauma, and loss of the past two and half years have been – you just need to walk into your own classroom. Long before the pandemic and social and global unrest, we were seeing a dramatic rise in children’s stress, anxiety, and[...] Full Description
August 11, 2022
Sponsored by Nature Explore. Play is the heart and heartbeat of early childhood programs, and it’s our job to offer environments and opportunities for healthy play. If all children are going to play, we need to make sure that we address barriers that may otherwise prevent some children from playing. These barriers can be physical, informational, attitudinal, or cultural in nature. Focusing on independence in[...] Full Description
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- Early Intervention, Equity, Inclusion, Special Needs
August 10, 2022
Sponsored by Nature Explore. Plants offer amazing opportunities for children to connect with nature, learn concepts and practice skills in every domain. From selecting and establishing new plants, to nurturing existing plants in your space, children can be included every step of the way. Join Jill Primak, a landscape architect and outdoor classroom designer who has worked with hundreds of spaces, for a lively discussion[...] Full Description
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- Nature, Teaching Practices
July 27, 2022
Sponsored by Inspiring New Perspectives. Creating professional learning experiences that truly engage and inspire adult learners can be challenging. You will need a clear plan to keep staff motivated and invested in their ongoing professional growth. Discover innovative and concrete strategies for designing and delivering impactful professional development. In this webinar, you will gain new ideas for establishing learning communities where adults are empowered with[...] Full Description
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- Business, Change Management, Leadership, Staff Development
June 16, 2022
Produced in partnership with Equity Research Action Coalition at UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute. Numerous evidence exists linking the influence of both home and school on children’s learning and wellbeing. The connection between teachers and parents is one way to ensure children are able to transition between these two critical contexts of their early development. However, research indicates that families of color, families[...] Full Description
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- Equity, Family Engagement, Inclusion
June 15, 2022
Sponsored by Nature Explore. Wondering how to create a more sustainable, Earth-friendly environment for young learners? In this webinar, environmental education expert, Dr. Patty Born Selly offers an approachable, efficient entry point for educators who wish to instill eco-friendly values and practices in their programs. Get tips on how to assess your current environment and practices, prioritize needs, and make realistic changes that will create[...] Full Description
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- Nature, Sustainability