"I like the stories that illustrate the principles being taught. Stories mean a lot." "The trainers were the strength of this training. Their expertise, knowledge, passion, enthusiasm, creativity, tools of engaging all participants and their ability to keep participants engaged. Excellent facilitators!

A two-day training designed for parent educators who want to extend their services to families with children from 3 years to kindergarten entry. As participants become familiar with the curriculum they learn more about:

• Neuroscience information relating to children from 3 to 5 years
• Elements of literacy, including reading, writing, listening and speaking  
• Aspects of motor, social-emotional and intellectual development  
• Nutrition, health and safety development  
• The value of play and the adult’s role  
• School readiness and transition planning  
• Group connections and screening strategies

Special attention is paid to the parenting issues families of preschoolers experience and the supportive role of parent educators.

Prerequisite: Foundational training or Born to Learn Prenatal to 3 Years training is required. Participants must bring a copy of the 2008 edition of the Born to Learn Curriculum: 3 Years to Kindergarten Entry to training. This can be purchased during the registration process.

Offers 14 hours of professional development and/or 1.4 CEU credits.

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