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Continuing Education for Early Childhood Professionals

$40 per program • $75 for 2 programs*
$105 for 3 programs* • $130 for all 4 programs*

*Only for Early Childhood Professional program attendees who register for multiple dates at the same time. You can save up to $30.

Young Children and Fantasy Play

Thursday, February 25, 2010 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm at WarmLines
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Deborah Weinstock-Savoy, Ph.D., instructor

Children love to pretend. We explore the role of fantasy play in the development of toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary-age children. We discuss common questions and problems such as how to respond to physical wrestling and karate kicks, issues around pretend gun play, gender stereotyping,
and “tie-in” toys that encourage a consumer culture.

WL23 | 2 CE Credits | $40

Children with Special Needs: Basic Principles

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm at WarmLines
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Anastasia Galanopoulos, Ph.D., instructor

We discuss definitions of the variety of special needs with which children enter early childhood settings, and review developmental “red flags” and atypical development including observable examples of special needs in cognitive, linguistic, social, and emotional development. We examine the elements of developmentally appropriate practice and strategies for inclusive classroom adaptation; offer tips for communication with parents; and review resources for children with special needs.

WL24 | 2 CE Credits | $40

Children with Special Needs: Observation and Assessment

Tuesday, April 13, 2010 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm at WarmLines
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We review the qualitative and quantitative methods of observation and assessment of young children with special needs. We discuss each method’s advantages and disadvantages, and the types of questions that are best addressed by each. We examine the criteria for excellence in observational practice; critique examples of specific observations; and review resources for screening purposes and for behavioral and temperament assessment.

WL25 | 2 CE Credits | $40

Helping Children Deal with Transitions

Tuesday, May 4, 2010 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm at WarmLines
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Deborah Weinstock-Savoy, Ph.D., instructor

Change can be stressful for young children. We examine young children’s reactions to common life transitions—such as starting school, a new baby, or a move—and what adults can do to help them cope most effectively. We also explore how adults deal with transitions, and discuss how we can become better role models for managing change in positive ways.

WL26 | 2 CE Credits | $40

"The WarmLines facilitator was great! She made the workshop interesting as well as fun, providing specific examples throughout."

"The WarmLines workshop was engaging and down-to-earth...It promoted a helpful exchange of ideas and strategies."