Attuned Interactions and Healthy Relationships Support Early Development, by Dr. Mike Sherman
Sponsored by Second Step. This insightful webinar presented by Dr. Mike Sherman will focus on the importance of relationships with well regulated, attuned, caring adults for supporting social and emotional development, as well as life-long well-being. Join Dr. Sherman as he shares examples from his clinical practice and extensive experience working in therapeutic preschool settings and the child-welfare system. Techniques derived from cutting edge research[…] Full Description
Facilitating Meaningful Online Experiences With Young Children: Unexpected Challenges and Joyful Opportunities in Action,by Jacky Howell, M.A.
——THIS WEBINAR IS FULL—— SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BLOG TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN THE RECORDING IS POSTED! Join this timely webinar to learn how to create engaging, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate routines, rituals, traditions with children online during these challenging times. As early childhood educators, our personal interactions with children have always been rooted in the physical classroom with real objects and close proximity. Now, due[…] Full Description
ECE Program Websites Matter to Families NOW & Always: SEO & Content for Parents, by Jenny Munn & Fran Simon, M.Ed.
Sponsored by Procare Software. During the current COVID-19 pandemic, it may be difficult to think about anything else. Your program’s website seems low on the priority list, but it still plays an important role in keeping current families informed and new families coming. Join this FREE webinar to learn why you need to take control of your center’s website now. This webinar will cover the[…] Full Description
COVID-19 Financial Survival Strategies for Early Childhood Programs: Emergent Resources and Advice
Pre-recorded webinar available now! In addition to experiencing a very traumatic worldwide health crisis, early childhood programs, (like other businesses) are struggling to survive financially due to COVID-19. Whether your program has been closed or remained open, the financial and logistical challenges of continuing to operate in our new normal are daunting. This pre-recorded webinar by child care financial expert and CPO of First Children’s[…] Full Description
Using Mindfulness With Children of All Abilities to Keep Connections Strong, by Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak
This webinar is by Brookes Publishing. Surprise! We are excited to announce that Using Mindfulness With Children of All Abilities to Keep Connections Strong has been prerecorded and is available NOW! You no longer need to wait to log in on Wednesday, April 8. Our Mindfulness webinar by Dr. Kristie Pretti-Fontczak was scheduled for April 8, 2020, but due to overwhelming demand and problems with our[…] Full Description
Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Behavior, by Barbara Kaiser
Sponsored by continued. Trauma in young children is much more pervasive—and much more destructive—than we ever thought. The research on trauma has made it clear that children’s challenging behavior is not intentional, but is instead driven by fear and a protective strategy for coping with their experience. Working with children with challenging behavior and especially those who’ve experienced trauma is probably the most stressful aspect[…] Full Description
Bracing for COVID-19: What Early Childhood Programs Need to Know and Consider Now, by Julie Looper Coats, M.A., Jessica Rose-Malm, M.A. and Tom Copeland
—THIS WEBINAR IS NOW FULL— It will be recorded—- If you would like to receive a link to the recording by email, subscribe to our email list ————————————– Most of us are not prepared for the impact of COVID-19. While we may have heard tips to mitigate the spread, you may be scrambling to figure out the many other details that will impact your program’s[…] Full Description
The Joys and Challenges of Managing Nature-Based Programs, by Rachel Larimore, M.A.
Sponsored by Nature Explore. “Get children outside more!” It seems a common phrase lately with a growing awareness for benefits of experiences with nature. Yet, the reality is it’s easier said than done. Yes, there are many benefits to children and teachers alike by integrating nature into the preschool curriculum. There are also opportunities for integrating nature in even more frequent and meaningful ways. For[…] Full Description
Your Program’s Reputation Depends on Staff Engagement, by Tony D’Agostino
Sponsored by Early Childhood Investigations Consultants Directory. What do people in your community say about your program? Reputation is everything when it comes to operating a successful center. Managing your program’s reputation is not a one-time chore, it reflects the culture and day to day interactions and decisions. Learn how to you, as the program leader can make decisions to build program credibility! In this[…] Full Description
Cultivating Young Scientists Through Culture and Family Engagement, by Tara Henderson and Victoria Roanhorse
This session is sponsored by New Mexico Association for the Education of Young Children. Science explorations in early childhood programs are sometimes just happy accidents, which is always great. But because science helps children learn how to learn, it’s too important to just let it happen. Join this exciting webinar by two experienced early childhood science experts, Tara Henderson and Victoria Roanhorse, to build your[…] Full Description
