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| *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.Don't forget to tune into the CICC Inclusion Matters episode on this important topic: Building Strong Partnerships: A Culturally Responsive Approach to Engaging Immigrant Children and FamiliesKnowledge 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 - Explores | Course |
| *NEW* Leading With Care: Trauma-Informed Practices In Early Childhood Education | Analyze how trauma-informed leadership practices create emotionally safe, relationship-based early childhood programs where children, families, and educators can thrive. Evaluate the impact of trauma and stress on regulation, behavior, relationships, and workplace culture while designing practical strategies that support resilience through reflective leadership, compassionate policies, and responsive caregiving practices. Develop regulation, connection, and cultures of care that strengthen the ability to lead supportive, healing-centered early childhood communities. Knowledge and Competency Framework Area -IX: Trauma Informed Care (10 Hours)CDA Content Area -III: Positive ways to support children’s social and emotional development (10 Hours)Level 3 - Designs & LeadsThis self-study was written by Shauna Taradash, an early childhood education professional with over 18 years of experience. She holds a Master’s in Social Psychology from Stanford University, and her expertise spans psychology, race and ethnic studies, parent relationships, preschool management, and leadership development. Shauna is the founder and lead consultant of Underground Education, specializing in professional development and cultural transformation, and she serves as an adjunct professor of psychology and ethnic studies at Las Positas College.A lifelong learner, Shauna is a published writer and Public Voices fellow with The OpEd Project and the National Black Child Development Institute. She is also a dancer and actor with the Belonging Residence Company and Liberation Academy. | Course |
| *NEW* Positive Friendship Connections For Children With Special Needs | 🔊 This course includes AudioDescribe 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 - Explores | 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 – ImplementsThanks 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! | Course |
| 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 |
| 4 S's of Attachment | From DANIEL J. SIEGEL, M.D. AND TINA PAYNE BRYSON, Ph.D: Children who form secure attachments with their caregivers lead happier and more fulfilling lives. These bonds are formed when parents respond to the needs of their children by providing the Four S’s. Here is a great " refrigerator sheet." | Document |
| 50 Calm-Down Ideas to Try with Kids of All Ages | Navigating childhood challenges can be stressful, and sometimes deep breathing isn't the solution that works for your child. When your child is in need of tension relief, try one of these 50 calm-down techniques. | Document |
| 60 Early Childhood Activities | Learning activities and resources | Document |
| 8 Ways you can Dress your Child for Sensory Friendly Success | Whether your school has a dress code or you get to select your own clothes, dressing in a sensory smart way can be the difference between comfort and misery or attention and distraction. Let's see how your kids can dress for school success! | Document |
| 80x3 Podcast: Bridges, Not Barriers - Reimagining Support for Families | Priscilla Weigel welcomes Leo Howard III, Program Officer for the 80x3 Initiative at Greater Twin Cities United Way for an engaging conversation about supporting families. Leo shares his own experiences working with many different families, the work of 80x3, and ways to engage to build trust and partner in relationship for effective support. This podcast is part of our ongoing work with GTCUW 80x3. Looking for more information? Explore these links:https://www.gtcuw.org/stories-and-news/voices-for-change-how-united-way-is-making-a-difference-in-minnesota/ https://www.gtcuw.org/stories-and-news/great-start-early-learning-scholarships/ 80x3 | Resilient from the Start🌟To learn about FREE self-study courses, please visit the 80x3 Page on the CICC Website | Podcast |
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