When it comes to literacy, child-led play provides ample opportunities for children to build all the developmental skills needed for future reading and writing. 

As early childhood professionals, it is our role to educate families on the importance of child-led play and how it is vital for laying the groundwork for early literacy.

Join this webinar to gain confidence in explaining how child-led play develops early literacy foundations and prepares children for school. Learn effective ways to engage parents and families in conversations about the importance of child-led play both at school and home. Explore talking points when addressing any concerns families may have, reassuring them that child-led play is more than sufficient for future reading and writing.

More Info and to Register - Encouraging Families to Embrace Child-led Play

Elevating Your Voice and Values RoundTable Series: Dan Wuori

Dan Wuori has taken the ECE world by storm with his book "The DayCare Myth: What We Get Wrong About Early Care and Education." Come learn from the author, himself, as we work together to understand the importance of quality care in the early years and a clearly beneficial return on the investment. We might even get to hear more about the book he's working on now!

Register Here

📌Tema: Apego y sintonía en bebés de hasta 3 años (español)

📅 Sábado 23 de agosto de 2025 - Español, Presencial con Lety Valero

📍 Ubicación: Centro de aprendizaje comunitario, Biblioteca del centro de South Bend

🕘 8:30 a. m. a 3:30 p. m. (incluye desayuno y almuerzo de cortesía)

🎓 Certificado de 6 horas proporcionado

Regístrate aquí: Enlace

📌Topic: Creating a School Family (all application), focused on Preschool Age (same content delivered on August 16 and 18) 

📅 Saturday, August 16 OR Monday August 18, 2025 - English, In-Person with Angela Fraley  (NOTE: SAME CONTENT DELIVERED ON AUG. 16 and AUG. 18)

📍 Location: Community Learning Center, Downtown South Bend Library

🕘 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (includes complimentary breakfast & lunch)

🎓 6-Hour Training Certificate Provided    Register Here: Link

📌Topic: Creating a School Family (all application), focused on Preschool Age (same content delivered on August 16 and 18) 

📅 Saturday, August 16 OR Monday August 18, 2025 - English, In-Person with Angela Fraley  (NOTE: SAME CONTENT DELIVERED ON AUG. 16 and AUG. 18)

📍 Location: Community Learning Center, Downtown South Bend Library

🕘 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (includes complimentary breakfast & lunch)

🎓 6-Hour Training Certificate Provided    Register Here: Link

The Power in Pretend: Supporting Children’s Agency Through Play

FREE! Webinar l Register Here

IMPORTANT - If you register but unable to attend the live session, you will receive a link to a recording of the live session!

Children’s pretend play often explores themes of power—power over, power with, and power for others—through the roles they choose. Supporting this kind of play, even when it feels challenging, is essential for nurturing agency, self-regulation, and connection.

Join author and early childhood advocate Mike Huber as he shares practical strategies to support children’s powerful play. You’ll learn how pretend play strengthens executive function skills like impulse control, mental flexibility, and working memory. Discover how children use imaginative roles to stay regulated and explore complex emotions safely—becoming “a head taller,” as Vygotsky described.

This engaging webinar will help you:

• Understand the connection between pretend play and regulation

• Discover how play fosters skills like focus and self-control

• Explore ways to enrich dramatic play through materials, time, and adult interaction

You’ll leave with fresh insight into how honoring pretend play helps children build confidence, connection, and real-world resilience.

More info about Mike Huber, the presenter here.

📌 Topic: Conscious Discipline 101, for new to CD early educators and program leaders in St. Joseph County (English), Total PD is 6 hours, across 3 days, 2 hours each day. Part 3 l Register Here

Important - If you register but are unable to attend the live session, you will receive a recording link to the live session. It is not too late to join Part 3 and then watch the recordings to Part 1 and 2! It is great information and sets the stage for Creating a School Family!

Key Topics Covered:

• Brain State Model: Understanding how different brain states (survival, emotional, executive) impact behavior and how to recognize and respond to these states in oneself and children.

• Self-Regulation: Learning how to manage one's own emotions and teach children self-regulation skills, including introduction to practices like the "Safe Place" or breathing strategies.

• Seven Powers for Conscious Adults: Discovering and applying the seven powers (perception, unity, attention, free will, acceptance, love, intention) that help adults shift their mindset and respond to conflicts with composure and positive intent.

• Seven Skills of Discipline: Learning the practical skills of discipline, such as composure, encouragement, choices, and empathy, and how to apply them to guide children toward healthy behavior.

📅 July 21, 28, and August 7, 2025 - English, Virtual with Angela Fraley  

 🕘 1-3 PM

Location: Zoom link will be sent via email a few days before the first session and you will receive calendar invitation once registered.

🎓 6-Hour Training Certificate provided at the end of the 6 hours

Sessions will be recorded and shared with all registered after each session concludes.

Cost - FREE, thanks to our generous funders.

Register Here

Open to ALL early educators in St. Joseph County - not just those whose directors/owners/program leaders are participating in the “Year 1 Nurturing Resilience and Building Brains.”

Participants from outside St. Joseph County are welcome to join!

Ask a Nature Explore Designer – Free Online Session

Do you have big dreams for your outdoor space but haven’t had the chance to put a plan on paper? Are you curious about designing an outdoor classroom but unsure where to begin?

August 5, 2025 | 2 PM ET | 1 HR | FREE l REGISTER HERE

Have dreams for your outdoor space but don’t know where to start? Join Nature Explore’s Senior Designer, Jeff Lindstrom, for a free 1-hour live session filled with practical design tips, creative solutions, and a Q&A to help bring your vision to life.

What you’ll gain:

Cost-effective ideas to enhance your space

Insight into the design and planning process

Tips for phasing improvements over time

Strategies for supporting adults in outdoor classrooms

About the speaker:

With 15+ years of experience, Jeff Lindstrom has helped schools, communities, and programs worldwide design research-based outdoor classrooms and natural play spaces.

Submit a question in advance by filling out our quick survey.

Zoom link will be emailed the day before the event.

Category: Live Online | Focus: Outdoor Classroom Design

📌 Topic: Conscious Discipline 101, for new to CD early educators and program leaders in St. Joseph County (English), Total PD is 6 hours, across 3 days, 2 hours each day. l - Register Here

IMPORTANT - If you register but are unable to attend the live session, you will receive a recording of the live session sent to your inbox.

Key Topics Covered:

• Brain State Model: Understanding how different brain states (survival, emotional, executive) impact behavior and how to recognize and respond to these states in oneself and children.

• Self-Regulation: Learning how to manage one's own emotions and teach children self-regulation skills, including introduction to practices like the "Safe Place" or breathing strategies.

• Seven Powers for Conscious Adults: Discovering and applying the seven powers (perception, unity, attention, free will, acceptance, love, intention) that help adults shift their mindset and respond to conflicts with composure and positive intent.

• Seven Skills of Discipline: Learning the practical skills of discipline, such as composure, encouragement, choices, and empathy, and how to apply them to guide children toward healthy behavior.

📅 July 21, 28, and August 7, 2025 - English, Virtual with Angela Fraley  

 🕘 1-3 PM

Location: Zoom link will be sent via email a few days before the first session and you will receive calendar invitation once registered.

🎓 6-Hour Training Certificate provided at the end of the 6 hours

Sessions will be recorded and shared with all registered after each session concludes.

Cost - FREE, thanks to our generous funders.

RSVP Here

Open to ALL early educators in St. Joseph County - not just those whose directors/owners/program leaders are participating in the “Year 1 Nurturing Resilience and Building Brains.”

Participants from outside St. Joseph County are welcome to join!

📌 Topic: Conscious Discipline 101, for new to CD early educators and program leaders in St. Joseph County (English), Total PD is 6 hours, across 3 days, 2 hours each day.

Key Topics Covered:

• Brain State Model: Understanding how different brain states (survival, emotional, executive) impact behavior and how to recognize and respond to these states in oneself and children.

• Self-Regulation: Learning how to manage one's own emotions and teach children self-regulation skills, including introduction to practices like the "Safe Place" or breathing strategies.

• Seven Powers for Conscious Adults: Discovering and applying the seven powers (perception, unity, attention, free will, acceptance, love, intention) that help adults shift their mindset and respond to conflicts with composure and positive intent.

• Seven Skills of Discipline: Learning the practical skills of discipline, such as composure, encouragement, choices, and empathy, and how to apply them to guide children toward healthy behavior.

📅 July 21, 28, and August 7, 2025 - English, Virtual with Angela Fraley  

 🕘 1-3 PM

Location: Zoom link will be sent via email a few days before the first session and you will receive calendar invitation once registered.

🎓 6-Hour Training Certificate provided at the end of the 6 hours

Sessions will be recorded and shared with all registered after each session concludes.

Cost - FREE, thanks to our generous funders.

RSVP Here

Open to ALL early educators in St. Joseph County - not just those whose directors/owners/program leaders are participating in the “Year 1 Nurturing Resilience and Building Brains.”

Participants from outside St. Joseph County are welcome to join!

📌 Tema: Disciplina Consciente 101 — Para educadores y líderes de programas que son nuevos en Disciplina Consciente en el condado de St. Joseph (en español)

Temas Clave Cubiertos:

• Modelo de Estados Cerebrales: Comprender cómo los diferentes estados cerebrales (supervivencia, emocional, ejecutivo) afectan el comportamiento y cómo reconocer y responder a estos estados en uno mismo y en los niños.

• Autorregulación: Aprender a manejar las propias emociones y enseñar a los niños habilidades de autorregulación, incluyendo la introducción a prácticas como el "Lugar Seguro" o técnicas de respiración.

• Siete Poderes para Adultos Conscientes: Descubrir y aplicar los siete poderes (percepción, unidad, atención, libre albedrío, aceptación, amor, intención) que ayudan a los adultos a cambiar su mentalidad y responder a los conflictos con calma e intención positiva.

• Siete Habilidades de la Disciplina: Aprender las habilidades prácticas de la disciplina, como la compostura, el ánimo, las elecciones y la empatía, y cómo aplicarlas para guiar a los niños hacia un comportamiento saludable.

🕒 Total de capacitación: 6 horas, distribuidas en 3 días (2 horas por día)

📅 Fechas: 14, 15 y 17 de julio de 2025
🧑‍🏫 Facilitadora: Lety Valero (en español)
💻 Modalidad: Virtual por Zoom
📍 Ubicación: Recibirás el enlace de Zoom unos días antes del evento
🕘 Horario: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

🎓 Al finalizar las 6 horas de capacitación, se entregará un certificado de participación de 6 horas.

📹 Las sesiones serán grabadas y compartidas con todas las personas registradas después de cada sesión.

Costo – GRATIS, gracias a nuestros generosos patrocinadores.

Abierto a todos los educadores de la primera infancia en el Condado de St. Joseph — no solo a aquellos cuyos directores, propietarios o líderes de programa participan en el “Año 1: Nutriendo la Resiliencia y Desarrollando Cerebros.”

Los participantes de fuera del Condado de St. Joseph también son bienvenidos a unirse!

📌 Tema: Disciplina Consciente 101 — Para educadores y líderes de programas que son nuevos en Disciplina Consciente en el condado de St. Joseph (en español)

Temas Clave Cubiertos:

• Modelo de Estados Cerebrales: Comprender cómo los diferentes estados cerebrales (supervivencia, emocional, ejecutivo) afectan el comportamiento y cómo reconocer y responder a estos estados en uno mismo y en los niños.

• Autorregulación: Aprender a manejar las propias emociones y enseñar a los niños habilidades de autorregulación, incluyendo la introducción a prácticas como el "Lugar Seguro" o técnicas de respiración.

• Siete Poderes para Adultos Conscientes: Descubrir y aplicar los siete poderes (percepción, unidad, atención, libre albedrío, aceptación, amor, intención) que ayudan a los adultos a cambiar su mentalidad y responder a los conflictos con calma e intención positiva.

• Siete Habilidades de la Disciplina: Aprender las habilidades prácticas de la disciplina, como la compostura, el ánimo, las elecciones y la empatía, y cómo aplicarlas para guiar a los niños hacia un comportamiento saludable.

🕒 Total de capacitación: 6 horas, distribuidas en 3 días (2 horas por día)

📅 Fechas: 14, 15 y 17 de julio de 2025
🧑‍🏫 Facilitadora: Lety Valero (en español)
💻 Modalidad: Virtual por Zoom
📍 Ubicación: Recibirás el enlace de Zoom unos días antes del evento
🕘 Horario: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

🎓 Al finalizar las 6 horas de capacitación, se entregará un certificado de participación de 6 horas.

📹 Las sesiones serán grabadas y compartidas con todas las personas registradas después de cada sesión.

Costo – GRATIS, gracias a nuestros generosos patrocinadores.

Abierto a todos los educadores de la primera infancia en el Condado de St. Joseph — no solo a aquellos cuyos directores, propietarios o líderes de programa participan en el “Año 1: Nutriendo la Resiliencia y Desarrollando Cerebros.”

Los participantes de fuera del Condado de St. Joseph también son bienvenidos a unirse!

📌 Tema: Disciplina Consciente 101 — Para educadores y líderes de programas que son nuevos en Disciplina Consciente en el condado de St. Joseph (en español)

Temas Clave Cubiertos:

• Modelo de Estados Cerebrales: Comprender cómo los diferentes estados cerebrales (supervivencia, emocional, ejecutivo) afectan el comportamiento y cómo reconocer y responder a estos estados en uno mismo y en los niños.

• Autorregulación: Aprender a manejar las propias emociones y enseñar a los niños habilidades de autorregulación, incluyendo la introducción a prácticas como el "Lugar Seguro" o técnicas de respiración.

• Siete Poderes para Adultos Conscientes: Descubrir y aplicar los siete poderes (percepción, unidad, atención, libre albedrío, aceptación, amor, intención) que ayudan a los adultos a cambiar su mentalidad y responder a los conflictos con calma e intención positiva.

• Siete Habilidades de la Disciplina: Aprender las habilidades prácticas de la disciplina, como la compostura, el ánimo, las elecciones y la empatía, y cómo aplicarlas para guiar a los niños hacia un comportamiento saludable.

🕒 Total de capacitación: 6 horas, distribuidas en 3 días (2 horas por día)

📅 Fechas: 14, 15 y 17 de julio de 2025
🧑‍🏫 Facilitadora: Lety Valero (en español)
💻 Modalidad: Virtual por Zoom
📍 Ubicación: Recibirás el enlace de Zoom unos días antes del evento
🕘 Horario: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

🎓 Al finalizar las 6 horas de capacitación, se entregará un certificado de participación de 6 horas.

📹 Las sesiones serán grabadas y compartidas con todas las personas registradas después de cada sesión.

Costo – GRATIS, gracias a nuestros generosos patrocinadores.

Abierto a todos los educadores de la primera infancia en el Condado de St. Joseph — no solo a aquellos cuyos directores, propietarios o líderes de programa participan en el “Año 1: Nutriendo la Resiliencia y Desarrollando Cerebros.”

Los participantes de fuera del Condado de St. Joseph también son bienvenidos a unirse!

Join Exchange Thursday, June 26, 2026 from 2-3:30pm Eastern Time, for a free online Engaging Exchange discussion with three authors from the Summer issue of Exchange magazine. (FREE)

Kimberlee Hendricks from the McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership will talk about her analogy that during these challenging times we can find inspiration for our leadership from gardens.

Debbie LeeKeenan, author and anti-bias activist, will discuss her thinking about what lessons can be learned from grand parenting, and what those lessons might mean for leaders and ECE practitioners.

Diana Ganger from Ideal 18 will help programs think about how integrating more inter-generational experiences can be supportive for everyone - children, educators and families.

Writer, teacher and speaker Margaret Wheatley urges us to "be brave enough to start a conversation that matters." We hope you’ll join us for an informative, inspiring and brave conversation on June 26.
Register Now! Register Here

Let’s Start a Garden - Part 4: Easy Composting + Garden/Nature Activities with Preschoolers

Register Here

Presenters: Katie Lane, Unity Gardens and Terri Kosik, Ready to Grow St. Joe

Who should attend - anyone interested in gardening with young children ages 2 - 5.

Training Certificate Provided l FREE l Recording will be available l Register Here

Google Sheets - Back to the Basics - with the McCormick Institute of Early Childhood

Thursday, June 12th, 2:15 PM-3:30 PM Eastern Time

Free virtual technology training about Google Sheets - super helpful! Register Here

This beginner-level training will cover the fundamentals of using Google Sheets workbook software, such as creating, saving, sharing, and downloading a Google sheet. Participants will review the menus and options built into the workbook software including how to edit and format cells and use basic formulas and functions of the workbook.

Presented by: Leslie Layman

Director of Strategic Initiatives

McCormick Institute for Early Childhood

Register Here

How do climate and weather impact early learning outdoors?

On June 12th, join Kristen Haugen, Education Specialist at Dimensions Educational Research Foundation, for a FREE webinar on how to thoughtfully evaluate and plan your outdoor spaces to support young children in all types of weather.

Register here: https://ecewebinars.com/3EwqAhC

If you register and are unable to attend the live event, you will receive a link to the recording via email. WIN WIN!

The Power of Play webinar - June 10th, 1 - 2pm Zoom!

Don’t miss the Power of Play webinar this Tuesday. Discover how play builds empathy, harmony and inclusion with Dr. Smita Mathur. You’ll walk away inspired—and with PD clock hours. Save your seat now: https://bit.ly/3S9E1ax

Family engagement has long been named a core value in early childhood education — but turning that value into meaningful practice remains a challenge. In today’s landscape of economic and employment uncertainty, connecting with families in authentic, consistent, and impactful ways is more important than ever — and yet, often more difficult.

Join us for a powerful and practical session that explores what it really means to engage families in ways that support children’s academic and social outcomes. Whether you’re looking to refresh your approach, get inspired by what’s working in the field, or gain concrete strategies you can apply immediately, this webinar is for you.

This webinar will feature:

-Dr. Karen Mapp - Professor of Practice, Harvard Graduate School of Education

-Andrea Maldonado - Director of Quality Assessment and Recognition, National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)

-Keairra Chaney - Curriculum Designer, Waterford.org

And hosted by Dr. Valora Washington - CEO & President, The CAYL Institute

Can't make this session? Register for the webinar and a recording of the live session will be sent to you in a follow up email! FREE

Register Here

What if teacher growth was just as important as child development?

Join Heather Bernt Santy to explore Lillian Katz’s powerful framework for understanding how educators evolve and how programs can better support them

Register here: https://ecewebinars.com/42ugaZ9

NOTE: If you register but are unable to attend the LIVE session, you will receive the link to the recorded session by email.

Screen Time Action Network is hosting a two-part series called "Hooked from Birth: Shifting the Narrative around EC Screen Time." This FREE training series is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to promote systemic change around screen time in early childhood while empowering (and not shaming) families. Part 1 will take place Thursday, May 15, 6:3 to 8 pm ET. Part 2 will take place at the same time the following Thursday. Click here to register.

Register Here

Screen Time Action Network is hosting a two-part series called "Hooked from Birth: Shifting the Narrative around EC Screen Time." This FREE training series is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to promote systemic change around screen time in early childhood while empowering (and not shaming) families.

Building on this foundation, Part 2 (May 22nd, 6:30pm-8pm ET) will focus on:

• Introduce our brand-new toolkit for shifting the conversation around screen time

• Strategies for engaging journalists, influencers, families, and policymakers

• Messaging approaches that avoid shame and foster systemic change.

This FREE series is ideal for advocates, caregivers, and professionals committed to understanding and addressing the impact of technology on young children and their families. All members of the Screen Time Action Network are welcome!​​

Each session will be recorded and shared with registrants. While attending both sessions is encouraged for a comprehensive understanding, you're welcome to participate in one or both. Register Here

"Let's Start a Garden" Part 3 - Garden Maintenance, Pollinators + Garden/Nature Activities with Preschoolers. Zoom link will be shared prior to the session. Registration will be posted May 1st.

  ​Register Here

Presenters: Katie Lane, Unity Gardens, Emily Evers and Beckie Lies, Purdue Extension and Terri Kosik, Ready to Grow St. Joe

Who should attend - anyone interested in gardening with young children ages 2 - 5.

Training Certificate Provided l FREE l Recording will be available

  ​Register Here

🌱 Cuando Crecemos Juntos, Todos Triunfamos 🌱

🎉 ¡Grandes Noticias para Educadores, Directoras/es y Propietarias/os de Educación Temprana en el Condado de St. Joseph! 🎉

RTG lanza una iniciativa integral de Aprendizaje Socioemocional (SEL) con Conscious Discipline en inglés y español — ¡y están invitados a conocer más!

📅 Sesiones Introductorias por Zoom –
🗓️ Lunes, 19 de mayo | 1–2 PM | Español | Registrate aqui

👉 Regístrate para asistir y recibir por correo el enlace a la grabación y la presentación en PDF.

Esta iniciativa GRATUITA incluye:

✅ Cohortes de Directoras/es y Propietarias/os (en inglés y español) enfocadas en implementación a nivel de programa, coaching y CD para familias/cuidadores
✅ Desarrollo profesional en Conscious Discipline (en inglés y español)
✅ Coaching presencial 2 veces al año durante 2 años (en inglés y español)
✅ Más de $500 en materiales de CD
✅ Apoyo continuo en SEL y Salud Mental
✅ Todo en inglés y español
✅ Todo gratis: capacitación, coaching, materiales y recursos continuos
✅ Certificados de horas de capacitación
✅ Oportunidad para convertirse en Facilitador/a Certificado/a en CD

👉 Elegibilidad: Para centros con licencia, ministerios registrados, programas escolares y hogares de cuidado infantil familiar en el Condado de St. Joseph.

💚 ¡Construyamos juntos una comunidad sólida y vibrante de SEL y Salud Mental a partir de julio y agosto!

🌱 When We Grow Together, We All Succeed 🌱

🎉 Big News for St. Joseph County Early Educators, Directors/Owners! 🎉

RTG is launching a multi-year comprehensive Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) initiative with Conscious Discipline in English and Spanish in St. Joseph County and you’re invited to learn about it!

📅 Intro Zoom Sessions –

🗓️ Friday, May 16 | 1–2 PM | English | Register here

🗓️ Monday, May 19 | 1–2 PM | Spanish | Register here

👉 Register to attend & get the recording link and slidedeck too by email.

This FREE initiative includes:

✅ Director/Owner Cohorts (English & Spanish) focused on program-wide implementation, coaching and CD for Families/Caregivers

✅ CD professional development (English and Spanish)

✅ In-person Coaching 2 Times per Year for 2 Years (English and Spanish)

✅ $500+ in CD materials

✅ Ongoing SEL/Mental Health Support

✅ All in English & Spanish

✅ All Free: Professional Development, Coaching, Materials, and Ongoing Resources

✅ Training Certificates Provided

✅ Pathway to CD Endorsed Facilitator Opportunity

👉 Eligibility: Open to licensed centers, registered ministries, programs in schools & family child care homes in St. Joseph County.

💚Building a strong, vibrant SEL/MH Community of Practice together starting this July and August!

Screen Time Action Network is hosting a two-part series called "Hooked from Birth: Shifting the Narrative around EC Screen Time." This FREE training series is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to promote systemic change around screen time in early childhood while empowering (and not shaming) families. Part 1 will take place Thursday, May 15, 6:3 to 8 pm ET. Part 2 will take place at the same time the following Thursday May 22nd.

In Part 1 (May 15th, 6:30pm-8pm ET), we'll delve into key findings from our survey of U.S. and Canadian families with children 0-5. Together we’ll explore:

• Parents’ attitudes and values around screen time

• Everyday challenges

• Support families say they need, including resources and policy change

Participants will leave with actionable insights to inform advocacy, programs, and policy work.

Building on this foundation, Part 2 (May 22nd, 6:30pm-8pm ET) will focus on:

• Introduce our brand-new toolkit for shifting the conversation around screen time

• Strategies for engaging journalists, influencers, families, and policymakers

• Messaging approaches that avoid shame and foster systemic change.

This FREE series is ideal for advocates, caregivers, and professionals committed to understanding and addressing the impact of technology on young children and their families. All members of the Screen Time Action Network are welcome!​​

Each session will be recorded and shared with registrants. While attending both sessions is encouraged for a comprehensive understanding, you're welcome to participate in one or both. Register Here

Learn to regulate big emotions with Peaceful Spot from A Little Spot of Emotions series. Equip yourself and your little one with the tools to shrink big emotions when they show up! Ages 3 - 5.

Thursday, May 15 | 3pm – 4pm
Ages: 3 - 5 | Main Library, Story House

Diane Alber's A Little Spot of Emotions series is an evidence-based SEL curriculum that teaches children that all our feelings matter and are a part of who we are. In this 3 session program we will meet Scribble Spot as he learns to detangle his emotions by identifying each one with the help of some friends. With the use of hands on materials, vibrant colors and catchy songs this is a fun way to connect and relate to the emotions that are inside all of us! This inclusive SEL program is also great for neurodiverse patrons to aid in verbal skills and social cues. No registration required! Come and have fun with us for each session! FREE!

Presented by Bari Koral, Kids Yoga Expert and Owner of Yogapalooza
Moderated by Laura Wilhelm, Ed.D., VP of Professional Learning Services, Kaplan Early Learning Company

FREE! S ponsored by Kaplan Early Learning Compan Register Here

Learn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording, earning your CE certificate, and using our new accessibility features.

In today’s world, surface solutions aren’t enough. We need lasting tools that help us—and the children we care for—ride the waves of everyday life with more calm, ease, and resilience.

Join Bari Koral, founder of Yogapalooza, for another joyful, interactive edWebinar where you’ll learn her newest mindfulness tool: ABC for Calm—a simple yet powerful practice that teachers are already using with amazing results. Like learning your ABCs, once you know it, it’s always with you.

This easy-to-use routine will become your go-to for helping children transition, reset, and self-regulate throughout the day. You’ll learn how to use ABC, when to use it, and why it works, all backed by science and practical classroom experience. Plus, Bari will share:

• More beloved calming strategies used by thousands of teachers

• A sneak peek at fun, new, mindful music from Yogapalooza

• Self-care that refills your well, too

This inspiring and engaging session will leave you energized, uplifted, and ready to bring more calm into every corner of your day. This edWebinar will be of interest to PreK-3 educators.

Join to learn about the impactful $30,000 Lead Protection Program grant facilitated by the City of South Bend and how it can help keep your families lead safe.

Join the meeting at this link.

This engaging session highlights strategies from occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and child-centered play therapy to promote self-regulation, language development, social interaction, and resilience. With real-world examples and hands-on practice, educators will gain actionable tools to integrate these approaches into daily routines, creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for every child.

Register Here