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Begin the Day with Joy, End the Day with Gratitude
Thursday, January 11, 2024 @ 8:30 AM
Wellan Community Room
A predictable morning routine can help set your child up for a successful day at school. Having a special evening ritual can minimize bedtime battles and help ensure restful sleep. Join us for an informal conversation about ways to "bracket the day" that can reinforce the adult-child connection and make for a more harmonious household.
Montessori in the Home
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 @ 8:30 AM
Wellan Community Room
The New Year is traditionally considered a time to set intentions and goals for the months ahead. Supporting your child's independence by incorporating Montessori principles into your home environment is both worthwhile and - believe it or not! - easily accomplishable undertaking! This info session will provide you with tips and tricks on how to incorporate Montessori principles throughout your home environment.
It's Child's Play! Or Is It?
Thursday February 15, 2024 @ 8:30 AM
Wellan Community Room
Play is essential for both physical and cognitive development in Early Childhood. Between the ages of 3 to 6, children typically transition from manipulating toys on their own to parallel play alongside a peer to socially interactive play with a small group. Join us for an informal conversation about the role of the adult in children's play, including when and how to intervene if conflicts arise. We'll also touch on fun games to play with young kids and what to do if they keep trying to change the rules!
Making Reading Fun
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 @ 8:30 AM
Wellan Community Room
The human brain is hard-wired for oral language. Babies hear language and mimic it, eventually learning to speak. Multiple parts of the brain need to work together efficiently before we can comprehend written words, so learning to read is a multi-year effort that requires explicit instruction. During the time it takes for brain processes to come together, it's important to help sustain a child's joy in exploring the power of written language. Providing a language-rich environment at home is important, but there are other specific strategies for sharing books with young children in ways that can enhance literacy. Join us for an informal conversation about the reading journey and what you can do to foster a lifelong love of books.
Fostering Toddler Independence
Saturday, October 26, 2024, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
For adults who care for children ages 18 months to 3 years
“I can do it myself”
If you’ve encountered this scenario, you’re likely familiar with a toddler. Toddlerhood is a period of independent skills development, but it can also be frustrating due to both limited abilities and adult interference. This workshop explores ways to create a home environment that supports these developmental needs. By making small adjustments in our lives, we can contribute to a happier toddler and a harmonious family.
Helping Elementary Students Stay Organized
Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
For adults who care for children ages 6-10 years
Organization is always one of the biggest executive functioning challenges that kids face. This includes being prepared, maintaining tidy materials, having essentials readily available, adhering to schedules. Effective organization serves as the foundation for various crucial abilities. As parents of elementary- aged children, we often grapple with helping our children prepare for each day.
The good news is that organization is an executive functioning skill that can be taught, practiced, and strengthened over time. This workshop delves into various techniques that can children in developing this essential skill.
Guiding Pre-Teens’ Use of Technology
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
For adults who care for children ages 8-12 years
In the past, young adults eagerly anticipated milestones like getting their driver’s license. Nowadays, however, a significant milestone is acquiring their first smartphone. Unlike learning to drive, which involves lessons, permits, and tests to ensure road readiness, many parents purchase phones for their kids without a structured learning process. The impact of social media on children’s mental health is a pressing public health concern. While there are potential benefits to social media use, parents constantly grapple with determining the right time for their pre-teens to enter the world of smartphones and social media.
This workshop aims to equip parents and caregivers with strategies to ensure their pre-teens engage with social media and smartphones safely. It also provides guidance on maintaining open and ongoing conversations with children about these digital platforms.
Teaching Emotional Self-Regulation Skills & Responding to Challenging Behavior
Saturday, April 5, 2025, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
For adults who care for children ages 4-7 years
Self-regulation in children refers to their developing ability to regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behavior. It enables them to act in a positive way towards a goal.
When young children encounter challenging, frustrating, or exciting situations, they may experience strong emotions. How adults respond to these behaviors and their ability to manage them can impact the severity and duration of these emotional experiences.
This workshop explores empathetic approaches for parents and caregivers to address such behaviors. It provides information on tailoring our reactions to children’s understanding and skill level promoting the use of these self-regulatory skills in real-life contexts.
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