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SUMMARY:What A Wonderful World! Culturally Diverse Practices in Child Care
DESCRIPTION:What A Wonderful World! Culturally Diverse Practices in Child Care \nThe world is full of adventure\, possibilities and play! Our children and families come to us with different play experiences\, backgrounds\, traditions\, cultures and values. Learning and understanding how children see culture is an important part of being a citizen in our communities. In this session\, we will take a look at how to bring in cultures\, traditions and values into our early childhood programs through innovative\, relevant and cultural sustainability means. From play experiences to our environments\, to our connections with children\, families and the community\, let’s discuss how to create a sense of belonging through play! \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand the diversity of culture in early learning programs\nIdentify how to include culture\, traditions and diversity through play\nBuild connections with children\, families and communities\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/what-a-wonderful-world-culturally-diverse-practices-in-child-care/
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/what-a-wonderful-world-culturally-diverse-practices-in-child-care/
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SUMMARY:Beautiful Minds!  Caring for Children with Neurodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful Minds! Caring for Children with Neurodiversity \nOur brains all function slightly differently. Some of us are great with numbers\, while others are great artists or sports players. As our brains grow and develop\, we may notice that some brains are wired differently\, and different strengths and behaviors emerge. Children who are neurodivergent grow just like every other child\, just at their own pace and in their own way. Sometimes\, though\, it can be difficult for adults to learn how to engage and be responsive to a child who is neurodivergent. In this workshop\, I will share with you my own experiences as an individual with Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and offer perspectives and approaches to consider when caring for our young children who march to their own beat. We will discuss three neurodiversity: ADHD\, Autism\, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)\, and how to be responsive to their needs and abilities. Forming the foundation of positive relationships at the heart of our connections with children. Let’s discover how we can embrace the beautiful minds of children who are neurodivergent. \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstanding Terms: Special Needs\, Neurodiversity and Neurodivergent\nExploring the brain science behind neurodiversity\nDevelop an understanding of the signs and symptoms of ADHD\, Autism and SPD and strategies on how to support children with neurodiversity.\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/beautiful-minds-caring-for-children-with-neurodiversity/
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/beautiful-minds-caring-for-children-with-neurodiversity/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240511T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240511T153000
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SUMMARY:In-Person Community Play Day! Know No No's! Supporting Children's Behaviours Using Positive Guidance Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Know No Nos! Supporting Children’s Behaviours Using Positive Guidance Strategies \nWe’re bringing back our in-person community workshops! Our second community professional learning day will be a full-day event! \nWhen: Saturday\, May 11\, 2024 \nTime: 9:00AM – 3:30PM \nInvestment: $135.00+GST \nHost Location: The Meadows Early Learning and Child Care Centre\, Edmonton\, AB \nTopic: Know No Nos! Supporting Children’s Behaviours Using Positive Guidance Strategies (3 session – 6 hours of training) \n\nFrom Crying to Smiling: Understanding Children’s Behaviours\nThe Third Teacher: Creating Responsive Environments to Support Children’s Behaviours\nThe Daily Struggle: Facilitating Conflict Resolution\n\nOverview \nEver 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 professional learning day 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! Let’s begin this journey with identifying some co-regulation strategies that work for the children in your care! \nNow that we understand these big feelings and have big actions that children are using to communicate these feelings with the people around them. It’s important that early childhood educators create an environment that is safe\, physically\, mentally\, and emotionally\, for children to learn about these emotions and discover ways to express these emotions. This is where the third teacher – our early learning environments- can help! By knowing what works for each child\, we can create spaces and routines that help them feel safe to explore and express these emotions without negative outcomes. We all understand that this is a learning process for children\, so why don’t we engage in proactive strategies that support them on their learning journey. Let’s collaborate and look at the four key components to creating responsive environments; routines\, transitions\, play spaces and engagement. Since one strategy doesn’t work for each child\, every time\, we will brainstorm a variety of strategies and approaches you can add to your behavioural support toolkit! Let’s look to our environments for help! \nFinally\, what do we do when children still engage in conflict…despite everything we’ve done to be proactive? Conflict 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 bring our calm to their chaos and help children (and each other) on this journey of success and understanding! \nSome reflective discussions we will discuss: \n\nWhat are children trying to communicate through their behaviours?\nWhat are my biases\, assumptions and expectations on children’s behaviours? What is my image of the child when it comes to behaviours?\nHow does co-regulation support children’s ability to regulate their big feelings?\nWhat skills and tools are helpful?\nHow do we create a responsive and playful environment that minimizes the intensity and frequency of moments of dysregulation?\nHow can we successfully walk children through the process of conflict resolution so they feel confident and capable in their problem solving skills?\nHow can I change my mindset and professional practices to support children better?\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentifying Behaviour as Communication\nStrategies for Co-Regulations and Positive Supports\nIdentify strategies to support four key components of responsive environments: routines; transitions; play spaces; engagement\nDiscuss the learning behind conflict\nIdentifying steps & strategies to facilitate conflict resolution\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 48 hours in advance!\nCoffee\, tea and light snacks provided; lunch not included\nDoors open at 8:30AM\nMinimum registration required; Limited spaces available!\n48 hours notice will be given to registered participants in case we do not meet the required minimum registration\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation\, workshop handouts and reflection forms will be available to attendees.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\n 
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/childrens-behaviours-using-positive-guidance-strategies/
LOCATION:The Meadows Early Learning & Child Care\, 3828 17 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6T 0C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person workshop
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Mini Webinar:  Sensory Table Play
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn Mini Webinar: Sensory Table Play\nWelcome to our Lunch and Learn mini webinars! These online community webinars give you some practical strategies you can implement immediately! Lunch and Learn webinars are only 30 minutes and are offered over the lunch hour of 1:00-1:30PM. Each month\, we will present a different topic to enhance your knowledge and teaching practices as early childhood educators. \nMay 14\, 2024: Sensory Table Play \nBasics of sensory table play\, such as water and sand\, are easier to implement. Did you know you could do more than that?! The possibilities are endless. So\, let’s explore those possibilities as we go to the next level of sensory play in our ever-so-popular sensory tables. These are all non-food sensory filler ideas! Let’s explore the sensory sensation of what’s out there for our sensory tables and how to nurture children’s play experiences in sensory play. So much to share! So little time! \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 only available to our Protector of Play Community Members\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/
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/lunch-learn-mini-webinar-sensory-table-play/
CATEGORIES:lunch and learn webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/lunch-learn-mini-webinar-sensory-table-play/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240515T183000
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SUMMARY:Creating Magical Spaces! Inspiring Early Childhood Environments
DESCRIPTION:Creating Magical Spaces! Inspiring Early Childhood Environments \nCreating a space that promotes curiosity\, exploration\, discovery and play is a complex task. Trends change over time…so what’s the latest and greatest in creating an environment that truly 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’s interests and needs and encourages everyone to actively participate in this joyous play space. We’d like you to 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 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! \nObjectives: \n\nTime & space for play\nElements of an inspiring play space\nMindset of the educator\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/creating-magical-spaces-inspiring-early-childhood-environments-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/creating-magical-spaces-inspiring-early-childhood-environments-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T113702
CREATED:20240312T214324Z
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SUMMARY:Caring Connections: Interactions that Matter
DESCRIPTION:Caring 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-3/
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/caring-connections-interactions-that-matter-3/
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