Tag: Guiding Behavior

  • 11/11/2026 | Defining Play

    11/11/2026 | Defining Play

    Description While play researchers and theorists have established a clear and agreed-upon definition of play and its importance in the lives of young children, confusion remains about what is and is not play. This session examines the purpose of play and the difference between real play and play-like activity. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance

  • 10/14/2026 | Rethinking Behavior Management

    10/14/2026 | Rethinking Behavior Management

    Description Caregivers often see behavior management as separate from curriculum. For example, some teachers feel that dealing with children’s behaviors distracts from their teaching. This training looks at integrating behavior management into the curriculum to improve social and emotional learning. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance

  • 06/10/2026 | Getting Comfortable With Risky Play

    06/10/2026 | Getting Comfortable With Risky Play

    Description While research is clear on the value of children taking reasonable risks as they play and explore the world, many adults need to be more comfortable with such play and exploration. This session offers adults a chance to gain a deeper understanding of risky play’s value, reflect on their feelings about such play, and…

  • 05/13/2026 | Supporting Bad Behavior

    05/13/2026 | Supporting Bad Behavior

    Description Activities like running, climbing, throwing, spilling, punching, pinching, kicking, biting, tattling, and yelling are often labeled as bad behavior. Many early learning settings attempt to limit them–if not outright ban them. This session takes a contrarian view, looking at these activities as learning opportunities, and offers ideas for encouraging and supporting them. These things…

  • 04/29/2026 | Encouraging Uninterrupted Play And Exploration

    04/29/2026 | Encouraging Uninterrupted Play And Exploration

    Description This training explores the impact of interruptions on children’s play and exploration and the importance of providing uninterrupted playtime. Participants will learn why adults interrupt play, why interruptions are harmful, and strategies to minimize interruptions and foster an environment that supports children’s self-directed play and exploration. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance

  • 12/09/2025 | Getting Comfortable With Risky Play

    12/09/2025 | Getting Comfortable With Risky Play

    Description While research is clear on the value of children taking reasonable risks as they play and explore the world, many adults need to be more comfortable with such play and exploration. This session offers adults a chance to gain a deeper understanding of risky play’s value, reflect on their feelings about such play, and…

  • 09/23/2025 | Defining Play

    09/23/2025 | Defining Play

    Description While play researchers and theorists have established a clear and agreed-upon definition of play and its importance in the lives of young children, confusion remains about what is and is not play. This session examines the purpose of play and the difference between real play and play-like activity. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance

  • 08/26/2025 | Rethinking Behavior Management

    08/26/2025 | Rethinking Behavior Management

    Description Caregivers often see behavior management as separate from curriculum. For example, some teachers feel that dealing with children’s behaviors distracts from their teaching. This training looks at integrating behavior management into the curriculum to improve social and emotional learning. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance