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SUMMARY:Approaches to Play Exploring Play Schemas
DESCRIPTION:Approaches to Play: Exploring Play Schemas\n\n\n\n\n“Why do they keep throwing things?!”“I don’t know how to capture children’s interests… they’re just playing.”“They keep doing the same thing over and over!”“What do you mean spinning in circles is Play?!” \nIf these questions sound familiar\, you’re not alone. Many early childhood educators wonder about the behaviours they see every day—behaviours that are often rich with meaning. To understand them\, we need to look more closely at how children play and what those actions are telling us. That’s where schematic play comes in. \nIn this workshop\, we will explore the powerful lens of play schemas and how they help us interpret children’s interests\, patterns\, and behaviours. We’ll dive into common schemas such as trajectory\, rotation\, transporting\, enveloping\, enclosing\, positioning\, connecting\, transforming\, and more. Through observation\, reflection\, and hands-on examples\, we’ll practice identifying possible play schemas and brainstorm responsive ways to support\, extend\, and scaffold these play invitations. \nWhen we begin to see the stories embedded in children’s actions\, play comes alive—illuminating their thinking\, curiosity\, and drive to explore. Together\, we’ll toss ideas around\, spin a few strategies\, and piece them all together in a session designed to reignite your wonder for play. \nLet’s unravel the meaning behind children’s play… and have some fun while we’re at it! \nWorkshop Goals:  \n\nIdentify the meaning and value of schematic play and play schemas\nExamine the various play schemas observed in early childhood environments\nCreate responsive practices to support children in various play schemas\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding and RT funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\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.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\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/approaches-to-play-exploring-play-schemas-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/approaches-to-play-exploring-play-schemas-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260113T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063120
CREATED:20251211T042651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T043648Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! ECE Play Café - Wonder in Motion: Exploring Movement\, Force & Flow
DESCRIPTION:NEW! ECE Play Café – Wonder in Motion: Exploring Movement\, Force & Flow \n☕Introducing the ECE Play Café – Your Midday Sip of Inspiration! \nTake a 30-minute pause in your day to reconnect\, reflect\, and spark new ideas in your practice.\nJoin us 12:30–1:00 PM (MST) on the second Tuesday of each month for bite-sized sessions designed to fuel your passion for play and professionalism. \nEach mini-workshop offers:\n• Quick bursts of inspiration\n• Practical\, play-based ideas you can use right away\n• Space to reflect\, share\, and connect with fellow Protectors of Play™\n• Topics that range from sound exploration and wind play to advocacy\, professional language\, and children’s rights \n________________________________________________________ \nJanuary Topic: Wonder in Motion: Exploring Movement\, Force & Flow \nFocus: Play\, sensory & science-inspired session.\nIdeas: Ramps\, rolling\, spinning\, gravity\, motion. \n________________________________________________________ \nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nFREE sessions are not approved for Alberta PD funding and RT funding\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24 hours prior to the event.\nSession recordings and certificates will be available online in our Protectors of Play™ Resource Library. Please allow us 10 days to move the cafe chats to our online resource library.\n\n 
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-wonder-in-motion-exploring-movement-force-flow/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,online training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83317330769
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063120
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SUMMARY:The Me\, The You\, The We: Facilitating Social-Emotional Learning
DESCRIPTION:The Me\, The You\, The We: Facilitating Social-Emotional Learning\nFeelings! Feelings! And more Feelings! The everyday struggle of identifying and understanding big emotions is a tough gig for young children. It’s all so hard! But with the right positive support and environment\, children can thrive and build the skills required to manage these big emotions. SEL\, Social Emotional Learning\, is all about understanding the self and then understanding others to be a positive member of our community. These skills can be woven into our everyday practices and play experiences. Knowing what skills children are developing and how will be the key to successfully supporting children on this learning journey.  Together\, we will be able to identify specific strategies to support each main component of social-emotional learning: self-awareness\, self-management\, social awareness\, relationship skills and responsible decision-making skills. Let’s get together and learn how we can provide a place of vitality so every child can build the skills needed in SEL! \nWorkshop Goals: \n\nDefine social-emotional learning\nIdentify the importance of SEL\nReview strategies to promote each component in SEL\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding and RT funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\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.\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/the-me-the-you-the-we-facilitating-social-emotional-learning-4/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T203000
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SUMMARY:DAP Trivia Time! Understanding Best Practices in Child Care
DESCRIPTION:DAP Trivia Time! Understanding Best Practices in Child Care\nAre you DAP? What is DAP\, anyway?This energetic\, hands-on workshop invites you to dive into the heart of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) through full participation\, meaningful reflection\, and—of course—play. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what DAP truly means and why it matters for high-quality early learning environments. How does DAP shape your professional decisions? How does it influence children’s learning\, engagement\, and well-being? We’ll unpack the foundational principles of DAP and discover practical ways to bring these strategies to life in your own play spaces. \nBut this won’t be just another discussion. In the spirit of following the child’s lead\, we’re turning this learning experience into a game-show-style adventure—complete with challenges\, collaboration\, and plenty of playful moments. You’ll leave feeling more developmentally informed\, responsive\, and inspired in your role as an early childhood educator. \nGet ready to learn\, laugh\, and play your way through DAP. Let’s play! \nWorkshop Goals: \n\nGain an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) in early learning environments\nIdentify effective strategies & activities for implementing DAP\nReflect on strengths and goals for individual and team-teaching practices\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding and RT funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\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.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\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/dap-trivia-time-understanding-best-practices-in-child-care-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/dap-trivia-time-understanding-best-practices-in-child-care-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063120
CREATED:20251203T002917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T010041Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Hygge: Creating Spaces that Foster Happiness\, a Sense Belonging and Togetherness
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Hygge: Creating Spaces that Foster Happiness\, a Sense Belonging and Togetherness\nHygge. A Danish term that encompasses a way of living that promotes happiness\, joy\, coziness\, and a sense of belonging. Does this sound familiar? It’s similar to what we want children to feel and experience when they walk into our early childhood spaces. Exploring cultures to enhance our early learning environments is one way we can create responsive spaces that promote a sense of well-being\, a sense of belonging\, and a sense of togetherness. Let’s explore hygge together as we capture the warmth of materials\, lighting\, sounds\, and feelings. During my journey with hygge\, I have found seven main elements that we can bring into our early learning environments to create this cozy feeling for children: lighting\, softness\, warmth\, nature\, simplicity\, being present\, and a sense of belonging.  Hygge isn’t one specific thing\, but how it helps us feel and the memories it stirs or creates. Bring your fuzzy socks and a warm drink\, as we feel for ourselves\, how hygge can be woven into your early learning practices and environment. \nWorkshop Goals: \n\nUnderstanding Hygge in Child Care\nEmbracing Central Elements of Hygge\nExploring and Reflecting on Hygge Materials\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding and RT funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\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.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\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/exploring-hygge/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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