Virtual Classes

Learn about the meaning behind behaviors and supporting early childhood mental health. Join us to explore challenging behaviors, warning signs, beneficial resources, and the importance of your role in the child care environment.

Engaging in block play provides a vast array of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematical (STEM) concepts.

Join us to gain information on the importance of math development for young children.

Participants will learn strategies for integrating math into children’s routines, as well as fun and engaging games and activities that involve math concepts.

The CHIME Program provides education and guidance on how to incorporate mindfulness and reflective practice into your daily routine, teaching and caregiving.

Early childhood screenings for vision, hearing, developmental milestones and early childhood caries (dental decay) are critical to optimal growth and development and lifelong health.

We will enjoy exploring all things related to fruits and vegetables - from boosting consumption with child-friendly tips and tricks to ensuring their safety.

This presentation will provide learners with an introduction to autism spectrum disorder.

Participants will learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of autism in their childcare setting.

In this session, we will explore the foundation of infant and early childhood mental health including brain development, social and emotional skills, and executive functions. We will share practical strategies teachers can use in their classrooms to promote mental health in early childhood.

Is your mind full of worries and thoughts that cause you stress?

Learn the benefits of mindfulness and how mindfulness can positively impact your well-being and support you being more present in the moment.

Music is a natural part of a child's everyday life. Not only does it help them develop language and social skills but forms a part of their playtime.

Increased outdoor and nature play in early childhood education programs have benefits for children, teachers, and the environment, but many teachers worry that more opportunities for outdoor and nature play will mean less time for teaching the knowledge and skills prescribed in the curriculum.

Safe storing, preparing, and serving of foods is just as important in child care programs as serving a balanced diet. Many children and adults get sick from eating foods that are not properly handled or when food safety guidelines are not being followed.

Everyone gets angry, including young children. RELAX for parents and caregivers explores the anger and strong emotions experienced by infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

This presentation will provide learners with a brief overview of autism spectrum disorder.

Participants will learn strategies that can embed within the daily routines of childcare settings to help support children with autism in their programs.

Sensory play enhances the way in which a child reacts to their environment through sight, touch, taste, smell and auditory. We will explore how to add play activities that encourage a child to explore materials which stimulate these senses.

The importance of sleep and the impact of sleep on children and youth’s development.

Tinkering helps children to understand you have to fail a few times, sometimes many times, in order to get the right answer. 

Researchers estimate that up to 33 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children under age 18.

Caring for a child with food allergies can be challenging.

What do all of those words on food packages mean? How do I tell if a food is a whole grain? Does the food meet the whole grain requirements for the new meal plan?

Join us to answer these mysterious questions and more!

Children’s yoga during early childhood can play an important role in helping young children learn self-regulation strategies, enhance their health, and can make learning fun.

Bari Koral is a nationally recognized kids yoga educator and recording artist for children. You’ll master many simple but powerful mindfulness tools, learn some child friendly yoga poses and understand the great benefits and physiology of yoga and mindfulness.