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SUMMARY:Ooey Gooey Messy Fun! Designing Sensational Sensory Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Ooey Gooey Messy Fun! Designing Sensational Sensory Experiences \nSensory fun for everyone! Are you ready to explore with all your senses? Are you ready to get hands on and messy with some sensational sensory ideas? That’s what we will explore in our workshop all about sensory play. Sensory play is a multi-model approach to learning delivered through the best way possible – through play! I’ll share with you some of my favourite sensory play experiences for children from 0-12 years! Creating a sensory rich environment is more than just toys and materials\, it’s about using all your senses to create a play space that welcomes all children to explore and discover using a variety of their senses. From lights\, textures and sounds to materials and play experiences that create unique learning experiences for young children. Join me as we find new ways to stimulate children’s curiosity to explore with their senses and engage in rich playful learning opportunities! \nObjectives: \n\nDefine sensory play and identify how it’s important for children’s learning and development.\nUnderstand the 7 different senses and explore sensory experiences to support each sense.\nPlanning a responsive sensory exploration play space\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/ooey-gooey-messy-fun-designing-sensational-sensory-experiences/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:online training,Sensory Play,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230308T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230124T220945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T155051Z
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SUMMARY:Communicating with Families: Leadership Strategies to Connect with Families (3 hours)
DESCRIPTION:Communicating with Families: Leadership Strategies to Connect with Families \n3 Part Series (3 hours total): \n\nWednesday\, March 8   12:00-1:00PM\nWednesday\, March 15   12:00-1:00PM\nWednesday\, March 22   12:00-1:00PM\n\nSummary \nFamilies are an essential part of early childhood programs. Early Childhood leaders\, owners and directors understand\, value and respect what families bring to their program by creating a space that welcomes all families through connection and open communication. Just like every child is unique\, every family is unique. Let’s learn from each other to build a strong foundation for children. From the initial contact\, through their journey with us as their child grows\, until the day we part – how we connect with each family matters. Sharing stories of their child with them\, inviting them to family information events and connecting with them through empathy and understanding are just some of the ways we can build positive relationships with families. Join us as we discuss how to go beyond for families and help them feel a sense of belonging and an vital part of our team! \nObjectives: \n\nWelcoming Families to your Community\nRespecting Family Diversity and Cultures\nPolicies and Procedures for Building Connections with Families\nOvercoming Obstacles with Families\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nPD Funding available to eligible Level 3 educators.\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/communicating-with-families-leadership-strategies-to-connect-with-families/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leadership
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230314T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230124T213948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T183013Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Child Care 101
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Child Care 101 \nWelcome to our NEW Lunch and Learn webinars! These are mini online community webinars that give you some effective strategies you can implement right away! Lunch and Learn webinars are only 30 minutes and are offered over the lunch hour of 12:30-1:00PM. Each month we will present a different topic that aims to enhance your knowledge and teaching practices as early childhood educators. \nMarch: Child Care 101 \nThis is not a job…it’s a career filled with passion and grit! Know what our profession is all about by educating yourself! Do you know about licensing regulations and the licensing act? Do you know employee rights? Do you know what high quality practices are in our field? Start your research and join our community of passionate early childhood educators! \nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration is required for all Lunch and Learn webinars.\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nThese are FREE webinars!\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nCertificates are not provided for our Lunch and Learn Webinars\nRecordings of our Lunch and Learn webinars are ONLY available to Inspired Minds Protectors of Play Community Members.\n\nRegister here to become a Protector of Play Community Member: https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/protectors-of-play-community/\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/lunch-learn-appreciating-our-early-childhood-educators/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:lunch and learn
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230314T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230124T211157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T211157Z
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SUMMARY:Curiosity and Wonder of Heuristic Play and Treasure Baskets: Infant and Toddler Play Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Curiosity and Wonder of Heuristic Play and Treasure Baskets: Infant and Toddler Play Explorations \nInfants and Toddles explore the world around them with awe and wonder. They explore with a zest for curiosity and exploration. They deserve an environment that supports this natural process of learning. They deserve Play! Creating responsive environments for infants and toddlers is slightly different then how we would create a responsive environment for older children. We need to take into consideration their physical\, sensory and neurological needs. One of the most impactful way of supporting infants and toddlers in their play explorations is through heuristic play and treasure baskets! This approach creates hands-on\, self-directed play experiences for children to dive deep into their own learning process. Let’s discuss what heuristic play is and how we can create treasure baskets and sensory experiences that are meaningful and relevant for our young learners. Participants will develop an awareness of this approach to play and engage in reflective practices and discussions about how they can make children’s learning visible. Go beyond a basic infant toddler space and create a space of magic\, wonder and inspiration! \nObjectives: \n\nIdentify the Importance of Play for Infants and Toddlers\nHeuristic Play Approach\nCreating Treasure Baskets\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/curiosity-and-wonder-of-heuristic-play-and-treasure-baskets-infant-and-toddler-play-explorations/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Infant Toddler Play,online training,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230303T202427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T185947Z
UID:10000294-1679337000-1679344200@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON! Ooey Gooey Messy Fun! Designing Sensational Sensory Experiences
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON COMMUNITY WORKSHOP\nOoey Gooey Messy Fun! Designing Sensational Sensory Experiences \n@Discoveryland Daycare\, Edmonton West \nSensory fun for everyone! Are you ready to explore with all your senses? Are you ready to get hands on and messy with some sensational sensory ideas? That’s what we will explore in our workshop all about sensory play. Sensory play is a multi-model approach to learning delivered through the best way possible – through play! I’ll share with you some of my favourite sensory play experiences for children from 0-12 years! Creating a sensory rich environment is more than just toys and materials\, it’s about using all your senses to create a play space that welcomes all children to explore and discover using a variety of their senses. From lights\, textures and sounds to materials and play experiences that create unique learning experiences for young children. Join me as we find new ways to stimulate children’s curiosity to explore with their senses and engage in rich playful learning opportunities! \nObjectives: \n\nDefine sensory play and identify how it’s important for children’s learning and development.\nUnderstand the 7 different senses and explore sensory experiences to support each sense.\nPlanning a responsive sensory exploration play space\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 48 hours in advance!\nPD Funding Available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to participants.\nNo refunds\, credits\, exchanges or substitutes. If you are unable to make the workshop and wish to send an alternative person\, 48 hours notice is required to transfer the registration.\nMinimum workshop size is 10 registrations. Maximum 30 registrations.\nIn the unlikely situation that Inspired Minds ECC Consulting Inc. needs to cancel the workshop\, we will give all registered participants 24 hour notice. Refunds or credits will be given to registered participants in these situations only.\n\n 
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/in-person-ooey-gooey-messy-fun-designing-sensational-sensory-experiences/
LOCATION:Discovery Land Child Care\, 2562 Guardian Rd NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5T 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Sensory Play
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230321T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230124T214412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T203953Z
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SUMMARY:Caring Connections: Interactions that Matter
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE Community Webinar\nCaring Connections: Interactions that Matter \nThe comfort of an encouraging smile. The caring reassurance after a fight with a friend. The excitement of co-celebration as they discovery a new skill. How we interact with children has a huge impact on children’s growth and development\, not only their social emotional development\, but also in their abilities to problem solve\, resolve conflict\, and take risk because they feel safe! Children rely on positive\, supportive and encouraging adults in their live to show them they are respected\, safe and loved. This type of interaction doesn’t happen just by supervising\, asking questions or giving direction. It comes from a deep connection between the adult and the child. A connection that takes time to build and takes intentional interactions. Let’s learn some strategies of how to build this connection with ALL children – from the ones we struggle with to the ones who love us the moment they come through our doors.  Understanding what each child needs to feel a connection will help us establish that bond with each child and continue to see that relationship blossom. Connection is key! \nObjectives: \n\nDefining Caring Connections\nIdentify the Importance of Connecting with Children\nKey Benefits of Establishing Connections with Children\nIdentify Strategies of how to Build Caring Connections\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/caring-connections-interactions-that-matter-2/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interactions,online training,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230124T214814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T214911Z
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SUMMARY:We Are Family! Building Stronger Connections with Families
DESCRIPTION:We Are Family! Building Stronger Connections with Families \nHi Samantha…I mean Sidney…I mean…Ms. Randolf…I mean…Maggie’s mom! Connecting with families\, and knowing their names\, is just as important as your connection with the children in your care! Families are the primary caregivers in a child’s life. An essential role for educators is co-creating strong relationships with families. Sound simple?! Maybe…or maybe not. We always have families who are easy to connect with and we always have families that we struggle to form a trusting bond with. We need to carefully look at how each family is unique and embrace the diverse perspectives they can bring to your program. Whether it’s family expectations\, family dynamics\, family rituals and routines or family culture that are creating some wonderful resources or some difficult tensions for you\, your ability to sustain positive relationships with families is essential. Every family is unique and brings a different perspective about their child’s growth\, development\, and views on play. Understanding the importance of working with families\, not against them\, can create a strong foundation of support for the children in your care. Let’s bring the village together to ensure children have a safe\, supportive\, and culturally responsive environment where children can thrive! \nObjectives: \n\nWelcoming families to your community\nCo-creating strong relationships with families\nCollaborating with diverse families\nEngaging in difficult conversations with families\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/we-are-family-building-stronger-connections-with-families/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:family,online training,webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230330T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105731
CREATED:20230303T203457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T231714Z
UID:10000295-1680201000-1680208200@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON! The Daily Struggle: Facilitating Conflict Resolution with Young Children
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON COMMUNITY WORKSHOP\nThe Daily Struggle: Facilitating Conflict Resolution with Young Children \n@St. Albert Day Care Society \nConflict is something that we all experience on a daily basis. We all have our own perceptions and experiences and opinions\, and with children…these opinions can get very vocal! It’s up to us\, the adults in their lives\, to facilitate how to resolve conflicts constructively so that our children can grow into success problem solvers and engage in healthy conflicts! It’s not an overnight process\, but with positive supports\, children will start to understand different perspectives and understand how to resolve conflicts in a healthy manner. Let’s help them on this journey of success and understanding! \nObjectives: \n\nEstablish the ‘why’ to conflict resolution\nDiscuss the learning behind conflict\nStrategies to prepare for conflict resolution\nIdentifying steps & strategies to facilitate conflict resolution\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 48 hours in advance!\nPD Funding Available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to participants.\nNo refunds\, credits\, exchanges or substitutes. If you are unable to make the workshop and wish to send an alternative person\, 48 hours notice is required to transfer the registration.\nMinimum workshop size is 10 registrations. Maximum 30 registrations.\nIn the unlikely situation that Inspired Minds ECC Consulting Inc. needs to cancel the workshop\, we will give all registered participants 24 hour notice. Refunds or credits will be given to registered participants in these situations only.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/in-person-the-daily-struggle-facilitating-conflict-resolution-with-young-children/
LOCATION:St. Albert Day Care Society\, 6 Cunningham Rd\, St. Albert\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,guiding behaviours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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