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| bkenneweg | Free Washington STARS Approved Workshops | Early Learning Tools and Resources | 0 | Jun 1 2008, 6:11 PM EDT by bkenneweg | |||
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All workshops are approved by Washington STARS! Receive a certificate of attendance at our 1-hour workshops. Free door prizes and refreshments with each workshop. Workshops are located at the Lakeshore Learning Store in Bellevue, WA. Please call (425) 462-8076. Register early…limited seating.
Workshop Descriptions and Dates are below: 4/14 & 4/15 - Under the Sea! 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Join us for a marine experience of a lifetime! On our ocean voyage we’ll learn songs, games, and group activities that help children master the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and more! 5/12 & 5/13 - ABC & 123! (Games that Teach!) 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Create a spark of excitement & enthusiasm with these innovative, hands-on games all about letters & numbers! Location: Lakeshore Learning Materials Retail Store 11027 N.E. 4th St. Bellevue, WA 98004 Hours of Lakeshore Store are as follows: Monday-Friday: 9:00-8:00 Saturday: 9:00-6:00 Sunday: 11:00-5:00 Please visit us online at www.lakeshorelearning.com to learn more about Lakeshore.
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| bkaplan | Kaplan Professional Development Services | Early Learning - Providers | 0 | Apr 14 2008, 3:14 PM EDT by bkaplan | |||
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Achieve your professional development goals!!!
4 solutions to meet every early childhood and child care professional's needs Our online learning, on-site training, customized training, and on-site consultation services offer you the flexibility to select a professional development solution that will help you achieve your strategic objectives. Grow Professionally Year-Round Our new online learning solution offers you the flexibility to learn anytime, anywhere. And our traditional professional development services are available year-round — including school breaks, in-service days, and Saturdays. Demand is high for our certified trainers and consultants, so be sure to arrange on-site training and on-site consultation well in advance. Need a training site? When you arrange on-site or customized training through Kaplan, you can reserve our state-of-the-art training facility in Lewisville, North Carolina at no additional charge! Learn from Leading Early Childhood Experts You benefit from the relationships we have established with highly qualified professionals from across the country to provide comprehensive instruction — both online and in traditional venues — on today's most important education topics. Our cadre of creative instructors and experienced educators will motivate and excite you about your profession. For more information about Kaplan's Professional Development Services, visit our website at http://www.kaplanco.com and click on the Professional Development tab. |
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| bkaplan | Little Scientists® Curriculum Units | Early Learning Tools and Resources | 0 | Apr 7 2008, 9:44 PM EDT by bkaplan | |||
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K-5 Kaplan Presents: Little Scientists® Curriculum Units
PreK-5. Using the scientific process can be fun! Students will enjoy learning as they perform fascinating experiments and content related games. These self-contained curriculum units include all the materials you need to engage in meaningful science instruction and experiments with up to 25 students. No need to hunt for special items. All supplies, student notebooks and teaching manuals are included, neatly packaged and labeled for each of the investigations within each of the 4 topics. K-5 Kaplan offers 10 units per grade level from Pre-K through 5th grade. You're sure to find a title to meet your curricular needs; however keep in mind, many units are appropriate for a range of grades. The kits contain most of the consumable items necessary to complete the hands-on investigations. K-5 Kaplan offers replacement packages of the consumable items for each unit at an additional cost. Visit K-5 Kaplan's website at http://primary.kaplanco.com/littleScientist/ for more information. |
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| bkaplan | Kaplan Online Learning | Early Learning - Providers | 0 | Apr 7 2008, 12:00 PM EDT by bkaplan | |||
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Online training courses for early childhood and child care professionals.
120+ CEU eligible courses: Filled with practical advice, courses cover all disciplines of child development and center operations — from orientation courses for new teachers to more advanced subjects for experienced child care staff and directors. Courses are "competency-based" to ensure retention and success. Students must show an understanding of the content in order to advance to new courses. 100% Online, Available 24 x 7 x 365: All coursework, transcripts and completion certificates are accessible online anytime to accommodate your busy schedule. No additional software or books are required for professional development courses. Self-paced courses available in English and Spanish: Work at your own pace! You do not have to complete an entire course at one time. Any work you complete will be saved and you can begin working where you left off the next time you login. All courses are available in English and Spanish. Completion certificates printable online: Once you've completed a course, you can print out a signed Certificate of Completion. The certificate will show that you completed 1 clock hour of professional development. Fulfill your state licensing and pre-service requirements! Enroll anytime: All you need to get started is computer access to the Internet and a valid email address. Centers and individuals can chose from a number of cost effective tuition options. Powered by ChildCare Education Institute: Approved for most state licensing requirements, each Professional Development course offered through Kaplan Online Learning by CCEI is approved for one clock hour of training and is eligible for 0.1 Professional Development Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits through Clayton State University. Visit www.kaplanco.com and click on the Professional Development/Online Learning tab for more information. |
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| bkenneweg | Free Educator Workshops | Early Learning - Resources | 0 | Apr 3 2008, 3:08 PM EDT by bkenneweg | |||
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All workshops are approved by Washington STARS!
Receive a certificate of attendance at our 1-hour workshops. Free door prizes and refreshments with each workshop. Please call (425) 462-8076. Register early…limited seating. 4/14 & 4/15 - Under the Sea! 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Join us for a marine experience of a lifetime! On our ocean voyage we’ll learn songs, games, and group activities that help children master the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and more! 5/12 & 5/13 - ABC & 123! (Games that Teach!) 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Create a spark of excitement & enthusiasm with these innovative, hands-on games all about letters & numbers! Workshops located at Lakeshore Learning Retail Store: Lakeshore Learning Retail Store--Bellevue 11027 N.E. 4th St. Bellevue, WA 98004 425-462-8076 Fax 425-462-1671 Monday-Friday: 9:00-8:00 Saturday: 9:00-6:00 Sunday: 11:00-5:00 |
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| slattenk | Online Child Guidance course - 10 WAEYC credits | Discussion Forum | 0 | Apr 3 2008, 10:53 AM EDT by slattenk | |||
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The Priceless Parenting online course consists of seven lessons which teach parents or caregivers how to set limits with their children and successfully deal with misbehavior without hitting or yelling. You can take the first lesson for free or purchase all lessons for $65. It is located here: http://www.PricelessParenting.com
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| bkaplan | Kaplan Online Learning | Early Learning Tools and Resources | 0 | Mar 28 2008, 12:50 PM EDT by bkaplan | |||
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Online training courses for early childhood and child care professionals.
120+ CEU eligible courses: Filled with practical advice, courses cover all disciplines of child development and center operations — from orientation courses for new teachers to more advanced subjects for experienced child care staff and directors. Courses are "competency-based" to ensure retention and success. Students must show an understanding of the content in order to advance to new courses. 100% Online, Available 24 x 7 x 365: All coursework, transcripts and completion certificates are accessible online anytime to accommodate your busy schedule. No additional software or books are required for professional development courses. Self-paced courses available in English and Spanish: Work at your own pace! You do not have to complete an entire course at one time. Any work you complete will be saved and you can begin working where you left off the next time you login. All courses are available in English and Spanish. Completion certificates printable online: Once you've completed a course, you can print out a signed Certificate of Completion. The certificate will show that you completed 1 clock hour of professional development. Fulfill your state licensing and pre-service requirements! Enroll anytime: All you need to get started is computer access to the Internet and a valid email address. Centers and individuals can chose from a number of cost effective tuition options. Powered by ChildCare Education Institute: Approved for most state licensing requirements, each Professional Development course offered through Kaplan Online Learning by CCEI is approved for one clock hour of training and is eligible for 0.1 Professional Development Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits through Clayton State University. Visit www.kaplanco.com and click on the Professional Development/Online Learning tab for more information. |
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| bkaplan | Kaplan Hands-on Books | Early Learning Tools and Resources | 0 | Mar 22 2008, 10:05 PM EDT by bkaplan | |||
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Kaplan Hands-on Books
Open up a world of discovery and expression with Kaplan Hands-on Books! Developed in partnership with RealeBooks and Hewlett-Packard, Kaplan Hands-on Books is a web-driven program that enables students and teachers to author, publish and distribute picture books that supplement their curriculum – at a small fraction of the cost of commercially distributed children's books. Create, Print, Share, Grow: Kaplan Hands-on Books projects augment classroom reading and writing curricula, providing successful learning experiences. Combining award-winning RealeWriterPro software and online digital libraries with quality HP digital cameras and printers, Kaplan Hands-on Books Publishing Centers make it easy for teachers and students in Pre-K through 5th grade to create picture books that can be printed at school for sharing at home, posted on the school's eLibrary (browse Kaplan Hands-on Books Sample Online Library), and distributed through email to friends and family. In addition to affordable software and hardware, we offer professional development workshops to help you integrate book creation into your lesson plans across the entire curriculum, adapt the program for various age groups and grade levels, and accommodate special student populations, such as English language learners (ELL). To learn more about Kaplan Hands-on Books visit our website at www.kaplanco.com and click on the Publishing & Custom Kits tab. |
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| bkenneweg | Free Teacher Workshops | Early Learning Tools and Resources | 0 | Mar 14 2008, 7:12 PM EDT by bkenneweg | |||
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All workshops are approved by Washington STARS!
Receive a certificate of attendance at our 1-hour workshops. Free door prizes and refreshments with each workshop. Please call (425) 462-8076. Register early…limited seating. 4/14 & 4/15 - Under the Sea! 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Join us for a marine experience of a lifetime! On our ocean voyage we’ll learn songs, games, and group activities that help children master the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and more! 5/12 & 5/13 - ABC & 123! (Games that Teach!) 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Create a spark of excitement & enthusiasm with these innovative, hands-on games all about letters & numbers! Workshops located at Lakeshore Learning Retail Store: Lakeshore Learning Retail Store--Bellevue 11027 N.E. 4th St. Bellevue, WA 98004 425-462-8076 Fax 425-462-1671 Monday-Friday: 9:00-8:00 Saturday: 9:00-6:00 Sunday: 11:00-5:00 Our store will be closed Easter Day - Sunday, 03/23/08 |
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| Anonymous | School readiness | 60-second speech on quality early learning | 1 | Mar 6 2008, 3:45 PM EST by Anonymous | |||
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Research shows the academic achievement gap we see in school-aged kids starts as a preparation gap. A 4 year-old from a high-income household has been exposed to over twice as many words as a 4 year-old from a low-income household. Imagine the time lost in learning! ALL children should start school on a level playing field. Support high-quality early learning every where a child is!
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| YYOL | Empowering kids to discover their inner "cheer" leader. | Early Learning Tools and Resources | 0 | Feb 22 2008, 5:41 PM EST by YYOL | |||
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A children’s self esteem program for use in early learning environments (3-8 year olds) through child care, educators (pre K-2nd grade), parents and children’s ministry.
The core of the program that I feel is unique to other projects available is two fold: 1) YYOL sends the message early as a foundational building block that when the going gets tough, you are your own best “cheer” leader; vs. a “fix it” later remedy. 2) The YEAH YEAH Out Loud theme helps the child realize the “cheer” leader lies within. The picture book story of Hur-Ray encouraging Kiddazy to grow into a flower and get a YYOL face (just like Hur-Ray’s) confirms that it is only after Kiddazy cheers on the other sprouts in a “pay it forward” fashion, does the understanding that it is in the cheering on of others, lies Kiddazy’s own self-esteem, and YYOL is actualized. The “program package” includes: -YEAH YEAH Out Loud; the story of Hur-Ray and Kiddazy -Hur-Ray and Kiddazy puppets -Download access for education/activity guides and worksheets -Stickers to use with/for kids -All in a YYOL tote bag It is currently being used in day care, Kindergarten, 1st grade, Children’s ministry, various counseling outlets, a library district in eastern WA, and Portland Parks and Rec, YWCA-Vancouver is reviewing and testing now! We currently have the suggested script for the book translated into German and Spanish. The book itself has no words, (our program is applicable through 2nd grade; although we also have seen it put to great use with high school kids mentoring to the younger ones….). Thanks for being a Cheer Leader! Yeah Yeah www.yeahyeahoutloud.com KF Carpenter 360-901-4260 |
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| Anonymous | TV and Autism | infants, toddlers & television | 2 | Dec 11 2007, 6:10 PM EST by Anonymous | |||
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Has there been any research done on the effects of TV and Autism my grandson was put in front of the TV when he was 2 months old, he was a responsive normal baby until age 2, when a cloud descended over him . He was identified with Autism at 26 months. He is now 12 years old and his relationship with the TV continues to be his greatest source of confort.
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| leighellen121 | Things to do to contribute to a nuturing relationship | quality relationships and learning | 0 | Aug 27 2007, 11:31 PM EDT by leighellen121 | |||
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Be there for them, love and play. They need good people in there life even if your not there parent. They will remember you! :)
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| Anonymous | Interaction is key | infants, toddlers & television | 3 | Jun 20 2007, 1:03 PM EDT by Anonymous | |||
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Thread started: May 10 2007, 2:33 PM EDT
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In a child's first years, interaction with loved ones is far more important and educational than TV!!! TV will never cuddle you, show affection, give encouragement or provide comfort when you're hurt. Your baby needs YOU more than TV!!!
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| Anonymous | TV viewing | infants, toddlers & television | 1 | May 11 2007, 7:30 PM EDT by Anonymous | |||
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Thread started: May 10 2007, 12:30 PM EDT
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TV, computers and other media are a large part of our society so we should not try to remove it or its influence from our children's daily lives. Sharing that time together to talk about what it all means and choosing age approriate shows in important. Asking "what are they trying to sell us, and do we need it?" is helpful during commericals, and talking about what is happening in the story can turn a potential mindless viewing session into learning moments. And, as in all things, use in moderation!
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| Anonymous | TV for infants and toddlers | infants, toddlers & television | 0 | May 10 2007, 11:42 AM EDT by Anonymous | |||
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There is so much in this world to experience tactility that gives a child a sense of their relationship to the world, I can't imagine introducing tv to a child until they have learned to explore this world on their own. I would like to see us raise doers not watchers.
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| Ween | Infants toddlers and TV | infants, toddlers & television | 0 | May 9 2007, 6:52 PM EDT by Ween | |||
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I hope that as a result of new, or less expensive technology (especially around media), parents are also able to make educated decisions about those technologies in regards to their children and families.
Common sense media is a great source for reviews of movies, TV shows and other media, for parents and families: http://www.commonsensemedia.org/ |
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| Anonymous | Get Silly! | quality relationships and learning | 0 | Apr 27 2007, 12:24 PM EDT by Anonymous | |||
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We make up silly songs about even the most mundane activities. Some of them even stick and become a part of our routine.
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| Anonymous | The Reality Works Company | Early Learning - Resources | 0 | Apr 20 2007, 1:43 PM EDT by Anonymous | |||
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We have developed a reality based cognitive learning program for early childhood education. Our program is computer based and was piloted with an elementary school within the Lynwood School District of California. Please keep this in mind that the only change in their curricula was our program. After using the program for one year, their API (similar to our WASL) test scores went up 114 points. They scored the highest out of 5000 elementary schools. Most schools will increase 10 to 15 points per year. The school that used our program with students between kindergarten through 4th grade raised their scores 114 points, this is exceptional news! Since then, three of the schools within in the Lynwood school district will be using our program through the remaining school year. In the 07-08 school year all twelve of the schools will be using our program. If you would like to learn more about our program please contact: Ryanw@realityworkscompany.com. One of our three programs is called BeSchoolReady, please take a look at our website: www.BeSchoolReady.com
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| Anonymous | Getting down and playing | quality relationships and learning | 0 | Apr 18 2007, 1:17 PM EDT by Anonymous | |||
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As a grandfather, I play with my grandkids - follow their lead and go with it. We make great connections, laughing, and enjoying the time. I think this builds relationship and it makes me feel younger, too! We both benefit.
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