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FREE Online, On-Demand Workshop Suicide 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
FREE Online, On-Demand Workshop Child 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
Online, On-Demand Workshop The 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,
Online, On-Demand Workshop Social-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
Online, On-Demand Workshop The 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
Online, On-Demand Workshop Separation 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
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Online, On-Demand Workshop You’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
Online, On-Demand Workshop Both 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
Online, On-Demand Workshop The 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,
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Online, On-Demand Workshop Co-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
Online, On-Demand Workshop Burnout 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
Online, On-Demand Workshop A 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
Online, On-Demand Workshop Mindfulness 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
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Online, On-Demand Workshop Self-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
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Online, On-Demand Workshop A FREE ‘Caregiver + Kid’ Workshop This 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
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