Creative Connections: Enhancing Parent-Child Relationships through Play (For Parents of Children Aged 3-7)

Creative Connections: Enhancing Parent-Child Relationships through Play (For Parents of Children Aged 3-7)

Kelsey Hennessey

Are you a parent of a child aged 3-7 looking for creative ways to connect more deeply with them? This course is specifically designed to teach parents how to use the power of play to foster stronger relationships, enhance learning, and reduce challenging behaviors in young children. Drawing on best practices from my extensive experience as a preschool teacher, each session provides practical insights and strategies to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for your child.

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Session 1: Introduction & Setting Intentions

Begin your journey by discussing current knowledge and setting goals for deepening interactions with your child.

Session 2: The Environment as the First TeacherP  Discover the critical role of the environment in your child's development and learn how to create a space that promotes healthy exploration and learning.

Session 3: Ritual and Routine

Understand the importance of consistent routines and meaningful rituals in providing security and structure for your child. Learn to differentiate between rituals and routines and their unique roles in your child's life.

Session 4: Affirmation vs. Praise

Explore the differences between affirmation and praise. Gain skills in using affirmations to encourage positive behavior and learn alternative approaches to handling challenging behaviors.

Session 5: The Art of Play

Create environments that foster creativity and play. Learn techniques to enhance the play experience through effective questioning and vocabulary, encouraging your child's imaginative and cognitive growth.

Session 6: Emotional Language and Self-Regulation

Equip yourself with tools to teach your child about emotions and self-regulation. Learn how to use play and co-regulation techniques to support your child's emotional development and self-control.

Course Dates: 

    Section 1: ​​October 5, 2024 ​   10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

    Section 2: ​October 12, 2024 ​             10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

    Section 3: October 19, 2024 ​   10:00 am - 12:00 pm ​EST

    Section 4: October 26, 2024 ​             10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

    Section 5: November 2, 2024       ​   10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

    Section 6: November 9, 2024         ​   10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

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