Previous webinars

The Owner-Director Disconnect: Closing the Gap To Boost Enrollment and Profits by Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed. and Carrie Casey

From “Screech!” to “More Please”: Building Infant and Toddler Communication Skills to Spark Learning, Foster Calm, and Ease Difficult Moments by Raelene Ostberg

 Books, Beats & Bonding: Fostering Connection Through Stories, Songs, and Play by Dr. Anne Meeker Watson, MT-BC

Beyond Behavior: Understanding Attention-Seeking in Young Children by Shelby Secoura, RECE

Born to Tinker: Supporting Infant Learning with Loose Parts by Sophie Rayner-Grignon

Coaching for Change: Working Through Resistance by Susan Lewis M.Ed.

Is it Stress or Trauma? How We Can Support Children in School by Sharon Bacharach EdD, LCSW

Helping Young Brains Build the Foundations to Flourish: Executive function and school readiness in the early years by Victoria Bagnall. MA (Cantab), PGCE.

From Idea to Launch: Starting Your Early Childhood Business the Right Way by Chelsea Denny

Brrrrring It On! Embracing Cold, Snow and Rain Outdoors with Young Children by Kirsten Haugen, M.A.

From Overwhelmed to Joyful: Caring for Children and Yourself with Intention by Christina Fecio

Foundations of Social-Emotional Development in a Post-Pandemic, Digital World by Brian Puerling, MS, NBCT

Understanding the Science of Reading Through Child-Led Play by Laura Shea, M.S.Ed

Billing & Tuition Policies That Work: Strengthening Financial Foundations

Language Nutrition Swaps to Boost Language Learning and Growth by Jennifer Adams Oppenheimer, MA, CCC-SLP

No Child Left Behind: Observation & Assessment Made Simple – A Practical Guide for Early Years Educators by Clare Devlin

Understanding Challenging Behaviors: What’s Behind the Behavior? by Susan Lewis, M.Ed.

How Teachers Can Teach Without Taking Over: Scaffolding Learning in Preschool Classrooms by Amy Chiu, MSEd

More Than Tuition: 3 Numbers Every Director Must Master

SING.PLAY.LOVE. Supporting Early Language and Parent-Child Relationships with Music and Play by Anne Meeker Watson, PhD

Enrollment Playbook: Policies, Handbooks and Growth by Dr. Tamar Andrews

The New Supervisor Survival Guide for Success and Beyond by Anisha Angella

Be Your Program’s Thermostat: Your Role in Creating a Positive Environment by Kristen Darling, BS.Ed, M.P.P. and Liza Pringle, B.S., M.Ed.

Compliance Without the Chaos: How to Keep Your Program Inspection Ready

The Science of Play: A framework for deep, joyful, and developmentally essential learning by Amanda Morgan, MS

Narratives That Nurture: Storytelling as a Tool for Connection and Change in Preschool Classrooms by Kate Shelley

Own Your Zip Code Blueprint: The Step-by-Step Plan to Dominate Your Local Market and Fill Every Classroom by Bruce W. Spurr

Strong Bodies, Ready Hands: The Playground Path to Handwriting by Stacy Benge, M.S.

How compliance impacts your program’s value – and it does! By Lynn Wenger and Jessica Hobbs

Educators as sheriffs or allies? Rethinking our relationships with preschool-aged children by Noah Hichenberg, Ed.D

The Compassionate Coach: Building Bridges to Support Educators with Challenging Behaviors by Prerna Richards, MBA

Beyond the Fence: Navigating Risk and Safety in Nature-Based Early Learning by Dr. Rachel Larimore

Lights On, Joy Up: Reframing Challenging Behaviors and Reigniting Your Purpose by Dr. Nefertiti Poyner

Play Schemas for Inquiry-Based Learning by Heather Jackson and Lisa Agogliati

“Good Job” Isn’t Good Enough: Real Tools to Replace Praise, Rewards, and Punishment by Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak and Dr. Julie Causton

Build a Caring Community with Moments of Meaning During Challenging Times in Your Program by Ruth Anne Hammond. M.A.

Accountability in Your Program: How to Inspire a Culture That Builds Capacity by Beth Cannon

Designing Engaging Early Childhood Environments Using Principals of ECE Program Pedagogical Approaches by Lisa Grant, Ed.D., Mikayla Martinez, Ed.D. and Tess Wood, MA

Building a Strong Nonprofit Board of Directors: Foundations for Success by Allyson D. Andrews and Sara Gibson

Shared Services 2.0: Integrating Business Supports for Sustainable Child Care Programs by Lauren Small

The Power of Pretend Play: How you can support young children’s power, identity and agency through play by Mike Huber

Creating Classroom Harmony by Finding the Right PITCH: Set up the Physical environment for regulation by Dr. Tamar Andrews

How to Optimize Your Program’s Website to Boost Enrollment and Grow Your Client Base by Chelsea Denny

What Do Young Children Think About: The development of inquiry and invention by Susan Engel, Ph.D.

Understanding Developmental Screening: A Powerful Tool to Support Young Children and Families by Suzanne Yockelson, Ph.D and Liz Twombly, M.S

10 Easy Ways to Make Your Web Content Better by Leslie O’Flahavan

How To Talk with Infants and Toddlers to Build Receptive and Expressive Language Development by Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed.

Nourishing Connections: A Proactive Approach to Mealtimes in Your Classroom by Yev Veverka, Ph.D

How to Prepare Your Program for a Successful Sale by Jason Mauricio

Preventing Power Struggles: How to Provide the Loving Boundaries Young Children Need to Thrive by Claire Lerner, LICSW

Considering the Climate of Your Outdoor Spaces: How heat and shade impact health and play, and what you can do about it by Kirsten Haugen

Boom and Zoom! Supporting Busy Preschool Boys by Kenneth Sherman

Heather Bernt-Santy on Lillian Katz’s Theory of Teacher’s Developmental Stages

Trust, Truth, and Tough Choices: Ethics Every Childcare Leader Must Navigate by Jaime Rechkemmer

A Strategy to Offset the High Cost of Operating Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Programs: Diversify! By Joanne Hurt and Gerald Bolden

The Power of Rhythm: Singing, Dancing and Moving into Self-Regulation and Learning by Barbara Sorrels

The Root of the Problem with Underperforming Staff: Creating performance plans that work by Mia Pritts and Mark Parker

From Control to Collaboration: Re-thinking Classroom Management by Samuel Broaden

Fostering Preschoolers’ Focus and Attention: The Pre-Internet Mindset by Rebecca Rolland, EdD

Inspired by Reggio Emilia? Now what? by Susan Stacey

Art Center Makeover: Designing Organized Child-Centered Creative Spaces, by Faigie Kobre

Family Policies and Handbooks that Strengthen Your ECE Program, by Kelly Matthews, MA and Paula Drew, MS

The Early Learning Sweet Spot Where Creative Play and Social-Emotional Development Connect, by Shannon Merenstein and Bar Rucci

Bringing Math to Life: Sparking Joy and Curiosity Through Play by Deanna Pecaski McLennan, Ph.D.

A Strengths-Based Approach to Transforming Your Program Classroom by Classroom, by Ellen Drolette

Healing Preschool Children After Natural Disasters With Play & Optimism, by Ant Toombs Sr.

Let’s Play! Making and Tinkering with Loose Parts, by Beth VanMeeteren, ED.D. and Dr. Allison Barness

Child-Led Play Leads to Early Literacy, by Stacy Benge, M.S.

Frustrating Temperament Traits: Strengths-Based Approaches To Ensure Young Children Thrive, by Raelene Ostberg, M.Ed.

Your Role in Cultivating Psychological Safety in Early Care and Education Programs, by Jill M. Bella, Ed.D.

Listening In: Lessons from Infants and Caregivers in Early Relational Health, by Dr. Claudia M. Gold

Beyond Behavior Management: Coaching for Lasting Change and Emotional Growth in ECE, by Prerna Richards

Expanding Your Preschool Program: New Locations, New Opportunities, by Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed. and Casey Carrie

Onboarding Newly Enrolled Families: A Key to Family Engagement, Satisfaction, and Retention, by Evelyn Knight

High-Quality ECE Practices in Low-Resource Settings: Lessons for all, by Junlei Li, Ph.D.

Thriving Temporal Environments for Young Children and Educators: Unlocking the Right P.I.T.C.H., by Dr. Tamar Andrews and Lindsay Astor Grant, MA, OTR/L

Strategies that Build Connection and Empathy with Children Using The Power of Perspective-Taking, by Jacky Howell, MA

Leading with Trust: Let Go of Micromanaging to Foster Growth in Your Team, by Christina Fecio

Leading Nature-based Teaching: Prepare yourself to prepare your staff for the transition to an outdoor program, by Dr. Rachel A. Larimore

From Burnout to Well-Being for ECE Leaders and Their Programs, by Beth Cannon

Transforming Challenging Behavior Through Visionary Leadership: The Impact of Culture when Communicating with Staff and Families, by Barbara Kaiser

The Daycare Myth: Dan Wuori’s Myth-Busting Blueprint for Change, by Dr. Dan Wuori

Measuring Classroom Equity to Drive Quality Improvement, by Stephanie Curenton, Ph.D.

Coaching Home Visitors: A Parallel Process to Nurture Hope and Growth, by Christa Haring, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, and Angela Rau, MAT

Teaching Critical Thinking About TV, Videos, Online Games, and Apps in Early Childhood, by Faith Rogow, Ph.D.

Evidence-Based Protocols for Effective Staff Supervision in Early Childhood, by Ashley Varouhas, M.A.

The Child Care Data Gap Challenge: Transforming Vacancy Data from Manual to Real-Time, by Laura Weeldreyer

The Happiest Preschool: How to Foster Playful Learning and a Curious, Cooperative, and Joyful Classroom by Martha Heineman Pieper and Kelly Perez

Beyond the Shelves and Manipulatives: Learning Environments That Nurture Young Children, by Jacky Howell, MA

Calming Terrific Toddlers: Evidence-Based Strategies That Reduce Aggression and Promote Self-Regulation, by Raelene Ostberg, M.Ed.

Election 2024 and The Future of Early Care and Education: What’s At Stake, by Aaron Loewenberg

Rethinking Relationships and Bias in Early Childhood, by Olga Lacayo and Eliana Elias

Optimize Your Preschool Program’s Operations with Entrepreneurial Strategies, by Lauren M. Small. M.B.A.

Strengths-Based Family Relationships: Strategies for moving beyond negativity and judgment, by Susan MacDonald

Gross Motor Art Activities That Calm Squirming Bodies and Minds, by Anna Reyner, MA, ATR, LMFT

Getting and Keeping Insurance for Your Early Childhood Program, by Samantha Phillips

The Power of Leadership: Transform Yourself to Transform Your Team, by Ben Poswalk

A Calm Brain is a Thinking Brain: Designing calm, engaging early learning environments, by Dr. Kathryn Murray

Using Everyday Conversations to Nurturing Play and Creativity in Young Children, by Rebecca Rolland, Ed.D.

Building Blocks for Supporting all Children in Inclusive Settings, by Ariane Gauvreau, Ph.D., BCBA-D and Ilene Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Cultivating Creativity: Leveraging Process Art + Play to Prioritize Agency, Flow and Belonging, by Shannon Merenstein, Bar Rucci and Dahlia Rao

Designing Nature-Rich Spaces That Support Community Connection and Change, by Jeff Lindstrom and Heather Fox

Co-regulation or Compliance? Supporting Teachers’ Use of Co-regulation Strategies With Children, by Prerna Richards

Multicultural Tools & Strategies for Nature-Based Program Leaders, by Ashley Brailsford, Ph.D.

In the Heat of the Moment: Understanding Escalating Behaviors in Early Childhood, by Barbara Kaiser

Make Program Assessment a Superpower for Teachers and Administrators, by Lyneé Lopez

Award-Winning Nature Books for Teachers, Children and Families in Your Program! by Betsy Bird, Martha Meyer and Bridget Petrites

Coaching Strategies that Empower Teachers to Lead From Within, by Jennifer Slavin, M.Ed. and Tasha Santistevan

Nature-Based Learning: Inspiring & Supporting Staff to help children learn with nature, by Dr. Rachel A. Larimore

Think, Try, Fix, Share: Inclusive Engineering with Young Children Using Universal Design, by Angi Stone-MacDonald, Ph.D. and Amanda Lopes, Ph.D.

How Perspective-Taking Nurtures Empathy, Kindness, & Justice in ECE

Making Informed Business Decisions for Early Childhood Program Operations, by Tara Franklin

Exploring Early Relational Health: A New Perspective on Your Role as an ECE Professional, Junlei Li and Thelma Ramirez

Creating a Culture of Appreciation for a Thriving Engaged Workplace, by Susan MacDonald

The Power of “Rich Talk”: Conversational Strategies to Bond With and Build Young Children’s Skills, by Rebecca Rolland, EDD

Overcoming Burnout in the ECE Workplace, by Ellen M. Drolette

Healing Play Strategies for Preschool Children Who Have Experienced Adversity, by Steve Gross, MSW

Growing Leaders from Within – Nurturing Future Leaders for Organizational Excellence, by Jamarrion Tabor

Award-Winning Books for Infant through Preschool Classrooms, by Betsy Bird, Martha Meyer and Bridget Petrites

Program Endurance: 3 Keys to Retaining Staff & Families, by Beth Cannon

Anxiety in Preschool Children: Identifying and supporting anxious young learners, by Dr. Sarah Taylor Vanover

Strategies to Help Every Child Fly in Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms and Programs, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Jani Kozlowski, M.A.

The Power of Adult Play for ECE Professionals, by Miriam Beloglovsky, M.A.

From Staff Manager to Inspiring Leader, by Evelyn Knight

Building Confidence and Resilience Skills in Young Children, Claire Goss, M.A.

Preschool Democracy: Teaching Young Children Five Democratic Life Skills, Dan Gartrell, Ed.D.

Exploring Beautiful Stuff: Loose Parts, Nature, and Art in Your ECE Classroom, by Cathy Weisman Topal

5 Key Tips to Improve Child Care Registration, by Lisa Henkel, CFE and Teddy Hook

Gossip Be Gone! Strategies for Building Positive Strengths-Based Teams, by Susan MacDonald

Play-responsiveness as a Teaching Practice: Using The Original Learning Approach, by Suzanne Axelsson M.A.

What Kind of Professional Development Trainer Are You? How Your Training Type Impacts Training Results, by Brian Washburn

Making Peace with War Play: Exploring Consent and Power in the Preschool Classroom, by Mike Huber

Becoming Legally Smart to Protect Your Early Childhood Program and Your Career, by Evelyn Knight

Pursuing Bad Guys: A Transformative Journey for Children and Teachers, by Donna King and Pam Oken-Wright, M.Ed.

The Best Nature & Climate Books for the Children and Families in Your Program: Featuring The Annual Blueberry Awards! by Martha Meyer, Betsy Bird and Bridget Petrites

Joyful Music for Social-Emotional and Language Development, by Pam Gittleman

Plan a Magical Teacher In-Service With Various Pedagogical Approaches, by Rachel Supalla, MA

Mean Girls (and Boys!): Why Young Children Act In Unkind Ways and How To Help, Claire Lerner, LICSW

Inclusive Sensory-Rich Nature Play for Children's 7 Senses, by Jena Ponti Jauchius, PLA, CPSI

Summer Nature! Offering Culturally-Centered Summer Nature-Based Programs, by Ashley Brailsford, Ph.D.

Coaching Teachers for Family Engagement, by Lisa Henkel, CFE and Mike Hook

Coaching Early Educators for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging, by Anni K. Reinking, Ed.D. and Laycee Thigpen MS.Ed.

Important changes to our certificates + CEUs, by Fran Simon, Jill Bertelsen, Andrea Goggins, and Amanda Sant

Benefits and Consequences of Racial Segregation in Early Childhood? by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Stephanie Curenton, Ph.D.

The Healing Power of Play and Optimism, by Steve Gross, MSW

Art in the Trauma Informed ECE Classroom: Process over Product, by Anna Reyner, MA, ATR, LMFT

The Myth of School Readiness, by Ida Rose Florez, Ph.D.

The Power of Stories: Selecting the Best Books and Related Activities for Preschoolers, by Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S.Ed. and Dr. Paula L. Jackson

Strategies for Making Your ECE Program Stand Out From the Rest, by Molly Hichens

Essential Elements of Leading a Nature-based Early Childhood Program, by Dr. Rachel A. Larimore

Magic Moments: Active Problem Solving with Young Children, by Ann Gadzikowski

Sing & Sign: Supporting Emerging Language through Music, Sign Language, and Play, by Anne Meeker Watson, Ph.D., MT-BC

Interviewee to Employee: How to Craft Interview Experiences That Align With Your Vision and Values, by Beth Cannon

Embrace the Energy of 2023 to Guide Transformational Change, by Susan MacDonald

Supporting Trauma-Informed Play to Facilitate Healing in Early Childhood Programs, by Dr. Barbara Sorrels

Gender, Expectations, and Social-Emotional Development in Early Childhood Programs, by Julie Nicholson, Ph.D., Nathanael Flynn, MA, and Mitali Purkayastha, AA

The Heart of Inclusive and Meaningful Assessment Practices with Young Children, by Kristie Pretti-Frontczak, Ph.D. Jennifer Grisham, Ed.D. and Lynn Sullivan, M.Ed

Spark a Revolution in Early Education: Speaking Up for Ourselves and the Children, by Rae Pica

Creating Clear and Effective Policies and Procedures for Early Childhood Programs, by Beth Cannon

Winter Inside, Outside and Beyond the Classroom Walls: Your Program’s Best Winter Ever, by Dr. Claire Warden

Resilient Relationships: Building Bridges Between Families and Programs, by Dr. Donna Housman and Emily Stone

Guiding Teachers to Use Technology with Young Children, by Brian Puerling and Gail Lovely

Screening Bilingual Language Development for English–Spanish Speaking Preschoolers, by Aquiles Iglesias, Ph.D., Jill de Villiers, Ph.D. and Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Ph.D.

Reclaim Your Joy: Paving Your Positive Path Forward as an Early Childhood Educator, by Erin Ramsey

Loving the Skin You Are In: Facts on Race & Disability in Early Childhood Programs, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Sheresa Boone Blanchard, Ph.D.

Books and Babies: Selecting the Best Books and Related Activities for Infants and Toddlers, by Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S.Ed. and Dr. Paula L. Jackson

Happiness in the “Baby Room”: Supporting the Well-Being of Infant-Toddler Care Professionals, by Mary Benson McMullen, Ph.D.

Culture and Children’s Challenging Behavior, by Barbara Kaiser

Connecting Reflection and Continuous Quality Improvement, by Kasey Kile, M.S. and Gabrielle DeLoach, M.S.

A Financial Checkup for Your Child Care Program, by Kathe Petchel

Centering Attachment: The Key to Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum for 0-3, by Ruth Anne Hammond, M.A.

Social Media for Early Childhood Consultants: Reach New Clients, Create Wonder, and Build Community, by Abbey Haughey

Co-Regulation as the Path to Self-Regulation, by Dr. Donna Housman and Emily Stone

Removing Barriers in Play to Include All Children, by Mike Huber, MAEd

Thriving Plants in Thriving ECE Programs, by Jill Primak, ASLA, CLARB

Ignite Motivation: Strategies for Fueling a Growth Mindset! by Susan MacDonald

Equitable Family-Teacher Relationships for All Children, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Kamye Hugley, M.S.

Creating an Earth-Friendly and Sustainable Preschool Classroom, by Dr. Patty Born Selly

Taming the Trauma Dragon with the Ordinary Magic of Fairytales, by Dr. Stephanie Goloway

NEW!!! Supporting Families and Young Children in Times of Fear and Anxiety, by Dr. Lauren Starnes

Strategic Curriculum Implementation, by Kathe Petchel and Molly Hichens

Complementary Curriculum Approach: Transform Your Practice through Intentional Teaching, by Lisa Porter Kuh, Ph.D. and Iris Chin Ponte, Ph.D.

Let’s Play! Cooperative Games in Early Childhood Programs, by Suzanne Lyons, M.A.

Principals as Early Learning Leaders: Effectively Supporting Our Youngest Learners, by Dr. Julie Nicholson, Dr. Thomas Williams Jr. and Dr. Helen Maniates

Supercharge Home Visiting with Adult Learning Principles, by Dana Childress, Ph.D.

3 Keys to Staff Retention Through Practically Perfect Performance, by Rachel Supalla, MA

The Honeycomb Hypothesis: A Fresh Perspective on how Infants, Toddlers, and Two’s Learn, by Dr. Sandra Duncan, Sue Penix and Sally Haughey

Diversity Meets Picture Books! What You Need to Know to Select Inclusive Materials, by Dr. Paula Jackson, Stefanie Paige Wieder, M.S.Ed, and Autumn Allen, EdM, MA

Achieving Equity and Quality: 11 Simple Rules to Build Thriving Communities, by Judy Jablon, Nichole Parks and Lauren Carlisle

Strategies for Reading Aloud to Preschool Children, by Susan B. Neuman

Early Childhood Behavior Guidance Practices and the Role of Implicit Bias, by Ebonyse Mead and Jen Neitzel

Inspirations from Reggio Emilia for a STEM-Infused Environment, Dr. Vicki Carper Bartolini

Promoting the Positive Racial Identity of Black Infants and Toddlers in Early Childhood Programs, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Kamye Hugley, M.S.

How to Lead a Nature-based Program Without Losing Your Purpose (or mind!) By Rachel A. Larimore, Ph.D.

Engaging Presentations Everyone Will Love, by Brian Washburn

Playful Learning, Not Play vs. Learning in Preschool: How Play Fosters Cognitive Development, by Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek

Vision-Focused Action Plans for Early Childhood Leaders, by Susan MacDonald

Even Superheroes Need Support: The Power of Emotional Intelligence for Early Childhood Educators, by Dr. Donna Housman and Emily Stone

Intentional Preschool Environments Set the Stage for Young Children, by Laura Delgado

Your ECE Career Journey: From Teacher or Director to Beyond, by Rachel Robertson, MA

Growing Natural Outdoor Preschool Classrooms to Scale: LA Unified School District’s Bold Approach

Rejuvenate Preschool Environments on a Budget: Tips, Ideas & Resources, by Michelle Pratt

Child Care Stabilization Grants and New Tax Changes for 2021, by Tom Copeland

The Keys to Effective Practice-Based Coaching: A Framework for Early Childhood Leaders

Coaching and Supervising Staff for Social Emotional Development Growth: Prioritizing SEL in Your Program, by Jacky Howell

The Power of Emotional Intelligence for Children Birth Through Eight, by Dr. Donna Housman

Boost Enrollment in Family Child Care: Curriculum Helps, by Laura Delgado

Secrets to Finding Talent Amidst a ECE Staffing Crisis: Think Outside the Toybox, by Lauren Small and Virginia Marsh

How Optimistic Leaders Can Create Equity in Early Learning Programs, by Judy Jablon and Nichole Parks