Inspired Minds ECC Consulting Inc.

Outdoor Fun for Everyone!
2021-05-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online!, Alberta, Canada
Igniting Passion for Outdoor Play
Let’s Get Outside and Play! We just don’t seem to hear or see that too much anymore. What happened to connecting with the world around us in a hands-on way, instead of looking at it on a screen? Do you know the names of local flora and fauna? Can you identify a variety of insects? Have you ever built rock towers or dragged a huge branch around? Let’s go back to our roots and help children connect with the outdoor world around them. Together we will identify the importance of being outside, how it stimulates growth and learning, and how it’s the natural playscape of early childhood. Let’s get children connected to the natural world, discover safety in our communities and develop a sense of curiosity and respect for our Earth and each other.

From Crying to Smiling
2021-05-11 19:00 - 21:00
Understanding Challenging Behaviours
Ever wonder WHY some children react in ways we just don’t understand? The screaming, biting and hitting came from no where! When a seemingly small situation throws them right into a major meltdown. Feeling like you’re at a standstill of what to do next? Well, then this webinar is for you! Join us as we discuss the why’s behind children’s difficult and challenging behaviors and how we can support them during these difficult moments. Learn what happens in a child’s brain when the are dysregulated and take away some tools that can help you bring them to a responsive state of mind. It’s not easy sometimes…but YOU are the one who can make a difference. YOU can help them move from reacting to responding by making meaningful connections and adding some great activities and strategies that everyone can use!

Adventures of Play!
2021-05-19 19:00 - 21:00
Exploring Risky Play
Taking risk is a necessary part of play. It’s part of how children assess what they can do, what challenges them and what to leave until a later date to try. However, many of us face obstacles, barriers and reluctance to accept this into children’s play. Join me as we discuss what risky play is, how it promotes development and how to overcome those barriers and obstacles. Let’s take a look at all the different levels of risk children engage in during their play and how we can help provide an environment that allows children to explore naturally – with risk!

Finding Your Wings!
2021-05-25 19:00 - 21:00
Transitioning to the Alberta Curriculum Framework
Are you looking to learn more about the Alberta Curriculum Framework? Whether you’ve gone through the training or not, it can still be a little overwhelming switching to this approach to learning. The early learning curriculum framework not only introduces some new language to use (and to share with families), but also aims to change our mindset of how we view the image of the child and our own teaching practices. As co-learners in this journey of play with the children, we are able to build our connections with the children, their families and our community and to make meaning out of children’s play experiences. In this session, we will discuss some core foundations of the Alberta curriculum framework, how to take comfort steps in implementation and how to extend your practices to provide a responsive and caring environment for young children. Whether you are just starting to spread your wings, or you have already tried a few flights, let’s expand our wings so we can fly further and discover new possibilities together!

Creating Magical Spaces!
2021-05-26 19:00 - 21:00
Inspiring Early Childhood Environments
Creating a space that promotes curiosity, exploration, discovery and play is not a simple task. Trends change over time…so what’s the latest and greatest in creating an environment that truly does captures the image of the child and children’s play? It’s a setting that focuses on the child, creates a natural environment for play, and promotes a sense of belonging, safety and wellness. A magical environment is responsive to the children and encourages everyone to actively participate in this joyous play space. Join us as we discuss all the various ways this can happen in early childhood settings. Inspiration can come from a carefully placed potted plant, to calming lights in a cozy corner to the how we participate and bring a sense of joy to the environment. Use your own magical touch to create a space that works for you and the children in your care. Not all spaces are the same – but each one is magical!
