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Preschool Interactions Tract
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Session 1 |
Determining the Meaning of Challenging Behavior |
| Presented By: Brooke Thomas-Fekken |
| Determining the Meaning of Challenging Behavior will provide the information needed to understand the purpose of challenging behavior. It includes learning about the process of Positive Behavior Support (PBS). This session explores how challenging behavior occurs and is maintained through environmental factors. Workshop attendees are presented with methods and case examples for analyzing challenging behavior, and an opportunity to practice these techniques. Finally, participants will learn how to use multiple sources of data to determine the function of challenging behavior and apply those skills. |
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Session 2
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Positive Behavior Interventions and Support |
| Presented By: Brooke Thomas-Fekken |
| In this session, participants learn how to use the process of Positive Behavior Support (PBS). PBS is a process to develop effective interventions for children with the most persistent challenging behavior. We will use the functional assessment information from the previous session to prevent challenging behavior as well as to teach replacement skills. |
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Session 3 |
Understanding the Meaning of Behavior in Infants & Toddlers and Intervening Effectively |
| Presented By: Brooke Thomas-Fekken |
| This session describes two important concepts for teaching and learning: The child’s environment and intervention strategies. These key concepts can positively impact the child’s daily interactions. Participants learn how intervention can be “embedded” into the child’s environment for a positive outcome. |
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Smart Activities & Curriculum Tract
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Session 1 |
Opening the Worlds of Possibility: Reading and Writing with Digital Media |
| Presented by: Sheila Shaw |
| Wondering how to incorporate media into your daily interactions with children? Media has the potential to overcome barriers so all children, regardless of circumstances, can explore the world around them and develop a love of learning! This session is designed for child care center teachers and family child care providers to better utilize digital media—primarily television and online resources available from PBS—in assisting young children with the tools needed as they develop literacy and reading skills. |
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Session 2 |
“The Bug Lady” |
| Presented by: Carrie Tiemeyer |
| Come and share an amazing time with “The Bug Lady”. She has animals ranging from “Charlotte” the tarantula to “Tucker” the Amazon Parrot. The Bug Lady shares the benefits of having animals & insects in your program. She will also discuss lesson plans and curriculum that can be taught throughout the year regarding the science of animals, insects, and nature. Come and watch feeding demos with different kinds of lizards. Learn about habitats, diets, and the easiest and least expensive ways to maintain animals in your classroom. Many animals & insects can be handled. It’s a fun time for all- especially for the animals…they love the attention! |
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Session 3 |
Less Sugar... More Spice & Everything Nice |
| Presented by: Trish Sapien |
| This enlightens participants on the importance of incorporating healthy eating and good oral health habits at an early age. Learn why cooking is important to young children and how to make fun food experiences using low sugar recipes. Discover how “Portion Distortion” has grown over the years and how the body works to digest foods. Teaching nutrition and oral health are the keys to preserving the future of our children. |
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Family Child Care & Parenting Tract
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Session 1 |
The Impact of Relationships with Parents:
Positive Outcomes During Early Childhood Years and Beyond |
| Presented by: Tammie Benham |
| Put on your thinking caps and be prepared to share your expertise and experiences for involving families in your program! This session provides information about the expectations of parents when reflecting on quality in early childhood programs, as well as the research behind the importance of family engagement during the education of their children. Resources and tools for encouraging family engagement, including the shared expertise of the audience, are part of this interactive session. |
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Session 2 |
Inclusive Child Care Settings |
| Presented by: Shannon Maloney-Scholler |
| This presentation focuses on Inclusive Child Care Settings for children with disabilities. It helps child care providers understand disabilities, modifications that can be made, available resources, and the requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it pertains to their program. This presentation is designed to empower child care providers to feel comfortable in their role of providing quality child care services to children with disabilities and supporting their families. |
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Session 3 |
Family Style Meal Time |
| Presented by: Beth Reeder |
| So why should I do family mealtime? What’s in it for me? I only have a few kids they don’t care either way. It takes too much effort. Ever heard these excuses? Then you need to attend this workshop and find the answers. |
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