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"Just Breathe" Helps Kids Deal with Emotions "Just Breathe" is a short film that can be used to help children deal with emotions. Emotional responses are hard to navigate at any age. Figuring out how and what you are physically feeling is particularly challenging when you're feeling things like rage, sadness, disgust, and confusion for the first time. Sometimes, though, the best thing to do is just breathe. Website
*NEW* Culturally Responsive Partnerships with Immigrant Children And Families Reflect on levels of culture and care within immigrant communities, with examples from West African culture. Explore strategies to build strong partnerships with families and identify ways to advocate for equitable, culturally responsive early childhood programs that support the success of all children in care. This self-study was written by Jamesetta Ross Diggs, founder of Beyond Early Initiatives, an agency dedicated to improving early childhood program quality and trauma-informed care. With a background in Early Childhood Development and extensive experience with diverse families, she supports caregivers and professionals in fostering young children’s healthy development. She created the Early Connections Parent-Child Interaction Cards and is a 2024–2026 Zero to Three Fellow and 2023 Child Care Advocate.Knowledge and Competency Framework Area -III: Relationships with Families (10 Hours)CDA Content Area -IV: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families (10 Hours)Level 1 - ExploresNavigation Tools:This self-study does not have audio available at this time.For optimal performance, please access this course from a computer or tablet.For ten clock hours on your Learning Record, please register and pay online at Develop. Then, complete a 500 word reflection paper and submit this document with your reflection. Please note: You have access to this document as view only. To enable editing, download the document. Click "file" then "download as" in the upper left-hand corner of this screen. This will give you the option to open the document as a Word doc on your own computer. Then, you can complete the information and email it to: credit@inclusivechildcare.org.  Course
*NEW* Positive Friendship Connections For Children With Special Needs Describe the importance of educator-family relationships in supporting children with special needs and building connections. Recognize social and emotional milestones and collect strategies to help children develop and maintain friendships in early childhood.Knowledge and Competency Framework Area(s) -II.C: Promoting Social and Emotional Development (8 Hours)III: Relationships with Families (2 Hours)CDA Content Area(s) -Content Area III: Positive ways to support children’s social and emotional development (8 hours)Content Area IV: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families (2 Hours)Level 1 - ExploresNew Navigation ToolsThis self-study does not have audio available at this time.Click on the black box with 2 white arrows to view the self-study in Full-Screen Mode.Click on the black box with white eyeglasses to view the self-study in Accessibility Mode.For ten clock hours on your Learning Record, please register and pay online at Develop. Then, complete a 500 word reflection paper and submit this document with your reflection. Please note: You have access to this document as view only. To enable editing, download the document. Click "file" then "download as" in the upper left-hand corner of this screen. This will give you the option to open the document as a Word doc on your own computer. Then, you can complete the information and email it to: credit@inclusivechildcare.org.  Course
*NEW* The Director as an Inspired Leader Assess your motivations for becoming an Early Childhood Director. Explain key leadership responsibilities and how leaders motivate and guide their teams. Differentiate between personal attributes and professional skills to identify growth areas and develop strategies to lead with confidence and effectiveness. Examine the daily responsibilities and long-term impact of an ECE Director on staff and learning environments.Knowledge and Competency Framework AreasVI: Professionalism (10 Hours)CDA Content AreasVI: Maintaining a commitment to professionalism (10 Hours)Level 3 - Designs & LeadsNew Navigation Tools:This self-study does not have audio available at this time.For optimal performance, please access this course from a computer or tablet.Click on the black box with 2 white arrows to view the self-study in Full-Screen Mode.Click on the black box with white eyeglasses to view the self-study in Accessibility Mode.For ten clock hours on your Learning Record, please register and pay online at Develop. Then, complete a 500 word reflection paper and submit this document with your reflection. Please note: You have access to this document as view only. To enable editing, download the document. Click "file" then "download as" in the upper left-hand corner of this screen. This will give you the option to open the document as a Word doc on your own computer. Then, you can complete the information and email it to: credit@inclusivechildcare.org. Course
*NEW* The Impact of Parental Incarceration on Young Children Examine the impact of parental incarceration on early childhood development, focusing on emotional, social, cognitive, and behavioral effects. Explore changes in family dynamics, caregiver challenges, financial strain, and children's trauma responses. Apply trauma-informed care strategies to build resilience, support stability, and reduce negative outcomes.The content of this self-study was written by Kamyala Howard, MSW, LICSW  in partnership with CICC with funds provided by Greater Twin Cities United Way (GTCUW) 80x3 - Resilient from the Start.Knowledge and Competency Framework AreasI: Child Development and Learning (2 Hours)III: Relationships with Families (2 Hours)IX: Trauma Informed Care (6 Hours)CDA Content AreasContent Area III: Positive ways to support children’ social and emotional development (6 Hours)Content Area IV: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families (2 Hours)Content Area VIII: Principles of Child Development and Learning (2 Hours)Level 2 – ImplementsNew Navigation Tools:This self-study does not have audio available at this time.For optimal performance, please access this course from a computer or tablet.Click on the black box with 2 white arrows to view the self-study in Full-Screen Mode.Click on the black box with white eyeglasses to view the self-study in Accessibility Mode.Thanks to a generous grant from Greater Twin Cities United Way 80x3 we are able to offer 10 hours of training credit for this self-study FREE OF CHARGE! For ten clock hours on your Learning Record, please register online at Develop. Then, complete a 500 word reflection paper and submit this document with your reflection. Please note: You have access to this document as view only. To enable editing, download the document. Click "file" then "download as" in the upper left-hand corner of this screen. This will give you the option to open the document as a Word doc on your own computer. Then, you can complete the information and email it to: credit@inclusivechildcare.org.Let's Begin! Self-Study Course Units: Course
1-2-3 Trauma-Sensitive Toolkit for Caregivers This toolkit was developed by public health nurses with the Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) Weaving Bright Futures Program. Their goal was to improve the resilience of caregivers and the children in their care. It is intended to support caregivers on their journey toward trauma sensitivity. It is organized by topic. Each topic contains a brief overview, specific tools that can be used with children, and suggestions on where to find more information. Also included are handouts that can be used as teaching aids. Each toolkit topic builds upon the previous ones. Website
10 Accessible and Sensory-Friendly Halloween Ideas for Kids who are Blind or Visually Impaired Although originally designed for children with visual impairments, this resource offers activities that all children would find enjoyable! Website
10 Alternatives to Restraining a Child with Special Needs The purpose of restraining is to keep something from continuing to take place, and is often a last resort. Here are 10 different strategies that parents and caregivers can try to minimize and avoid physical restraining their children, that may help prevent the need for it at all Website
10 Books That Empower Kids to Stand Up and Speak Out Books can be great resources for change-minded kids, helping them think about why and how they can be a force for good in a complicated world and have an impact, large or small. Here are some great books for readers of all ages. Website
10 Halloween Safety Tips for Children with Special Needs Check out these safety tips from the National Lekotek Center for all children to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween! Document
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