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Staying safe outside In this second episode of this two-part series on outdoor play and extending the classroom outside, Brenda Lowe and Dana Ellingson take a deeper dive into the benefits of outdoor play. They discuss the Early Childhood Educator's role in playing outside and also more intentional opportunities utilizing common outdoor and classroom materials that can extend the learning experience that engage children and ignite their natural curiosity. Podcast
Stress Detectives and Safe Harbors: Helping Children Feel Secure This resource, a narrated webinar with Power Point slides from The University of Minnesota Center for Early Education and Development (CEED),"introduces us to four concepts we can apply to both prevent and manage challenging behaviors in children. It offers an evidence-based approach we can use with all children. Whether working with children that are developing typically, or those that have been identified with developmental delays or disabilities, the information in this resource will equip you with invaluable knowledge and practices." Document
Supporting and Caring for Transgender Children This guide is designed for anyone who knows a transgender or gender-expansive child, plans to write about children who transition, or simply wants to learn more. It reviews what medical and education experts know about transgender children, explores some myths about gender transition in childhood, and offers suggestions for adults with a transgender child life. Document
Supporting Big Body Play Understanding the benefits of play to help caregivers develop attitudes that support this big body play instead of stopping it. Tipsheet
Supporting Emergent Bilingual Children in Early Learning From the Education Development Center (EDC):"Across the United States, young children’s first learning experiences outside the home often happen in child-care settings, and many children come to school as emergent bilinguals (i.e., children who are exposed to two or more languages, also known as dual language learners). Research shows that learning multiple languages is very beneficial for development, yet few early child-care educators know best practices for supporting the learning of more than one language. This checklist, which is based on research, will help those who want to support children’s bilingual learning within a rich literacy and language classroom environment." Document
Supporting Safety and Security through the Preschool Environment Practical advice for evaluating the physical, social, and temporal safety and security of your classroom environment. Tipsheet
Supporting Secure Attachments Alongside Families and Within Child Care Settings Strategies for families and early care and education programs to support the development of a secure attachment pattern in children. Tipsheet
Supporting Sensory Needs Of Young Children In Your Care This online self-study discusses Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and examines how and why SPD can impact an individual’s behavior. Identify behaviors and sensory system responses that may result from SPD. Implement strategies to support children with SPD by providing a variety of opportunities for different sensory experiences.Knowledge and Competency Framework Area(s) -I: Child Development and Learning (4 Hours)II.A: Creating Positive Learning Experiences (4 Hours)II.C: Promoting Social and Emotional Development (2 Hours)CDA Content Area -Content Area II: Steps to advance children’s physical and intellectual development (4 Hours)Content Area III: Positive ways to support children’ social and emotional development (2 Hours)Content Area VIII: Principles of Child Development and Learning (4 Hours)Level 2 - Implements Course
Supporting Sensory Needs Through Transitions In this episode we welcome back Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Alyssa Mason.  We discuss ways to support all children, and especially those with sensory differences, during key transitions in the early childhood setting.  Lunch and naptime are often tricky and Alyssa helps set children and adults up for success with her strategies. This podcast recording was funded by Greater Twin Cities United Way (GTCUW) 80x3 - Resilient from the Start. Podcast
Supporting the Development of Executive Function Skills in Infants and Toddlers This info module focuses on the ways in which executive functions encompass the cognitive processes that enable individuals to manage attention, emotions, create and attain goals. Info Module
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