Parent Workshops
In the Aftermath of a School Shooting: Ways to Help Children Cope
FREE Online, On-Demand WorkshopTrying to make sense of the horror that is a school shooting feels difficult to comprehend or put into words.Take this 65-minute workshop to learn how to cope and address this topic with children.Attempting to explain it
Identifying & Addressing Suicide: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
FREE Online, On-Demand WorkshopSuicide is an emotional, overwhelming, and most times scary topic to discuss with anyone, let alone a child.You, as a parent or caregiver, may be worried about what to do, what to say and whether your efforts
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
FREE Online, On-Demand WorkshopChild Sexual Abuse is a topic that is difficult to discuss as it may be emotional, uncomfortable, and overwhelming to wrap one’s head around.However, it is crucial as caregivers to learn what child sexual abuse is in order to be
The Importance of Family Involvement in Early Education
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThe environment a child spends most time in, aside from his/her home, is school.It is so important for parents/caregivers, children, and teachers that communication and collaboration are prioritized in order to best support the child’s physical, mental, and
Supporting Social-Emotional Development in Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSocial-emotional development is a term used to describe important skills that grow and strengthen throughout the lifespan such as emotional awareness, self-regulation, and social interaction.The foundation of exploring and engaging with the environment as well as building and
Trauma Stories and the Impact on Teachers
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThe role of a teacher is one filled with daily demands and expectations.It is also, however, one of great responsibility and influence as the potential to shape and impact a young life in a positive way is a
Separation Anxiety
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSeparation anxiety can be a difficult and emotional experience for both a child and his/her parents.However, depending on the child’s age and developmental milestones, this may be a very natural and healthy response as he/she learns and becomes
Supporting Empathy Development
Online, On-Demand WorkshopEmpathy is a complex skill that develops over the lifespan and is shaped by genetics, observation, learning, and life experiences.It creates the foundation for our ability to connect with others and plays a significant role in creating and
The Power of Play
Online, On-Demand WorkshopPlay is how children explore and make sense of the world. Play is children’s language and toys are children's words.When we explore the benefits, especially related to cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development, it’s clear how significant and
Promoting Resilience in Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopResilience: the ability to “bounce back” from setbacks, to adapt and overcome adversity, to cope with challenges by making use of internal resources and social supports.Difficult experiences are an inevitable part of life, and so by supporting resilient
Building Confidence and Self-Esteem in Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopConfidence and self-esteem are traits that ready us for life experiences!They improve the beliefs we have about our own abilities, boost communication skills, strengthen relationships, maintain our mental-health and even determine later in life success. These are certainly
Mindful Parenting
Online, On-Demand WorkshopYou’ve most likely heard the term mindfulness, but are you familiar with how it applies to and impacts parenting?This approach to interactions with children serves a twofold purpose: bringing awareness to the emotions of all involved and promoting
The Power of the Parent-Teacher Relationship
Online, On-Demand WorkshopBoth parents and teachers play a vital role in educating a child. Parents are children’s first teacher as they teach children essential life and academic skills while providing love and support. The connection and communication between teachers and parents
Promoting Engagement for Withdrawn Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThe child within the home or classroom that is often noticed first or identified for needing extra help and support is the outgoing, loud, active, intense, and aggressive child.These are children whose behaviors show their wants, needs, and
Calming Down for High Energy Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopWe all know that children are full of energy! Sometimes, we wonder where all that excitement, momentum, and enthusiasm comes from. But some children are on the more intense end of the energy spectrum and they can be tiring
The Power of Co-Regulation
Online, On-Demand WorkshopCo-regulation involves the back-and-forth exchange between two people as each participant adjusts their emotional state and responses based on the state (also called the 'arousal level') of the other person.It is an interactive experience where both individuals provide
Beating Burnout for Teachers
Online, On-Demand WorkshopBurnout is an overwhelming feeling of being exhausted by everything you have to do, while still worrying that you’re not doing enough.It's often accompanied by a "I have nothing more to give" sentiment. Burnout is more than stress
Creating a Calm Down Corner
Online, On-Demand WorkshopA calm down corner is a designated space in a home or classroom which is designed with the sole intention of being a safe space for a child to go to when they feel their emotions are running
Integrating Mindfulness into Daily Routines
Online, On-Demand WorkshopMindfulness is simply an awareness of one’s internal states and external surroundings.It is a conscious choice to be present and aware of moment-to-moment experiences. Human beings have practiced mindfulness in different ways for thousands of years and it
Implementing Effective Transitions for Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopTransitions are simply changes -- from one activity to another, from one place to another, from one level of energy to another, from daytime activities to nighttime sleep, etc.We all make these changes constantly throughout the day, and
Self-Regulation for the Classroom and Beyond
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSelf-regulation is the ability to monitor and manage what’s going on in our heads and hearts. More specifically, it means being aware of our energy level, thoughts, and feelings that are the result of either external experiences or internal
ACEs: Trauma to Resilience
Online, On-Demand WorkshopThis 2.5 hour virtual workshop provides an overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study, the Impact of ACEs, Brain Development, Results of ACEs , and Resilience.Workshop Participants Will Learn:Cost: $35 (add $10 to receive 2.5 CEUs)Student Discount
ACEs, Trauma, and Toxic Stress
Online, On-Demand WorkshopToxic Stress and Becoming Trauma-InformedIn the absence of protective relationships, toxic stress in childhood impacts an individual's well-being across the lifetime. The ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Study, one of the largest studies conducted to assess the association between childhood
How to Structure your Child’s Day for Success
Online, On-Demand WorkshopRoutine brings comfort and consistency to a child's life. If you are trying to set a routine at home, join us in this online workshop! This free, parenting workshop is available in three languages.In this Online Workshop you will learn
How to Help my Child Listen
Online, On-Demand WorkshopParenting can be challenging at times. At one point or another, all parents experience defiance regardless of their child's age.If you are trying to teach your child to follow directions, this online workshop is for you!In this Online
Feelings & Coping Curriculum
Online, On-Demand WorkshopA FREE ‘Caregiver + Kid’ WorkshopThis online training is designed to help teachers, parents, and caregivers of children aged 0 - 8. You should plan to attend along with your child.Children deal with many of the same feelings as adults. However,
How to Use Positive Parenting and Discipline Strategies with Your Child
Online, On-Demand WorkshopParenting elementary-aged children can be challenging - and we are here to help. If you would like to learn some new, empirically tested parenting strategies to help you develop positive parenting and communication skills - register today! This training is
Achieving Success with Teenagers: A Guide to Effectively Parenting Teens
Online, On-Demand WorkshopIf you have a teenager, you’ve probably already discovered that adolescence provides new challenges as you face family conflicts.Surviving (your child's) adolescence can be difficult. Join us today to learn new ways to understand your teen, and to
How to Manage Sibling Rivalry
Online, On-Demand WorkshopIf you have more than one child, chances are good to excellent that you’ve had to referee sibling fighting and rivalry.Even the best sibling relationships can have their moments of conflict and friction. Sibling bickering can be very
How to Change your Stress to Strength
Online, On-Demand WorkshopEveryone experiences stress. Our bodies are meant to feel stress and to react to it. Most people experience stress on a daily basis. Stress keeps us alert and ready to avoid danger. Stress results from things that impact upon
Fostering Social-Emotional Learning in Elementary-Aged Children
Online, On-Demand WorkshopSocial and emotional development affects every aspect of a child's life. Children are born with the need and desire to connect with those around them. When parents, caregivers and teachers establish and model positive relationships with children during their early