Social Media for Early Childhood Consultants: Reach New Clients, Create Wonder, and Build Community, by Abbey Haughey
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
Co-Regulation as the Path to Self-Regulation, by Dr. Donna Housman and Emily Stone
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
Removing Barriers in Play to Include All Children, by Mike Huber, MAEd
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
Thriving Plants in Thriving ECE Programs, by Jill Primak, ASLA, CLARB
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
Ignite Motivation: Strategies for Fueling a Growth Mindset! by Susan MacDonald
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
Equitable Family-Teacher Relationships for All Children, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Kamye Hugley, M.S.
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
Creating an Earth-Friendly and Sustainable Preschool Classroom, by Dr. Patty Born Selly
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
Taming the Trauma Dragon with the Ordinary Magic of Fairytales, by Dr. Stephanie Goloway
Sponsored by Redleaf Press. What if you had a magic wand that could cast a sparkly protective cloak over young children facing adversity? With fairytales, you do! It’s no secret that early childhood programs struggle to address the needs of children impacted by toxic stress while also offering the rich learning opportunities all young children deserve. This webinar offers a unique framework that nurtures the[…] Full Description
NEW!!! Supporting Families and Young Children in Times of Fear and Anxiety, by Dr. Lauren Starnes
The news story emerging from Uvalde, Texas has created fear ripples in schools and families across America. Teachers and parents are struggling to know how to manage their own fears and anxieties and how best to support their young children with questions that may be asked. While teachers and families try to shield their children from hearing about the recent events in Uvalde, children are[…] Full Description
Strategic Curriculum Implementation, by Kathe Petchel and Molly Hichens
Sponsored by Procare. Curriculum implementation is more vital than ever in early childhood classrooms. The past two years has been entirely disruptive for children and families. In fact, many children have missed out on preschool entirely. Programs are suffering from severe staffing shortages and restricted operations. Now more than ever, every moment in a preschoolers’ day matter, and teachers are feeling the pressure to make[…] Full Description
