 Best Care Connected 2008 Topic Descriptions
"They Did It on Purpose!": Words and Actions that Hurt
What do parents and teachers do when children seemingly cause
trouble on purpose? Sometimes we are tempted to automatically
discipline the child. This lesson will present effective ways to
successfully guide children toward socially acceptable behavior.
Creating Teachable Moments for Children
Children are naturally curious and enthusiastic about learning.
Luckily, our world is full of opportunities to learn. In this
lesson, early childhood professionals will learn eight techniques
for turning everyday activities into golden learning opportunities.
Healthy, Low-Cost Kid Cuisine
Use the principles in this lesson to plan exciting, nutritious,
low-cost meals and snacks for your center or family child care home.
You’ll enjoy the creative recipes, too!
Making the Connections: The Amazing Growth of the Brain
How does a child’s brain develop? How can you support optimal
brain growth? It’s all about connections! Explore how early
childhood professionals can create healthy relationships and
environments to aid the amazing growth of the brain.
Snow or Shine: Healthy Outdoor Play
Safe outdoor play is fun for young children and it’s full of
healthy benefits. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to include time
for outdoor play in the cold winter months and the hot summer days!
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