Taking the Bite Out of Biting

Milestones Early Childhood Learning Reno 6870 South McCarran Boulevard, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Positive Interactions & GuidanceIs biting a big problem in your program and something that just triggers you? Knowing the right way to handle biting and how to overcome this can be such a challenge. During this training, participants will gain insight on the right ways to respond, overcome […]

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Hang Onto Your Hats! Fun with Science Experiments

Milestones Early Childhood Learning Reno 6870 South McCarran Boulevard, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Environment & CurriculumThis class will explore the scientific method and how that correlates with the Nevada PreK Standards. Participants will gain the hands on experience of creating experiments in small groups to incorporate into their own classrooms.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of the session, participants will learn […]

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Understanding Temperaments in Infants and Toddlers

St. Teresa of Avila Child Development Center 561 South Richmond Avenue, Carson City, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentEvery child is born with a different temperament which means that they will all respond different in any given situation. In this training, participants will learn more about temperaments and way to use this knowledge to support social-emotional development in infants and toddlers.Training Objectives:1 . […]

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Magical Engagement of Reading Aloud to Children

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Darlene HumphriesNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Environment & CurriculumIn this learning event, participants will embark on a journey exploring the importance of reading aloud in their classrooms. They will dive into the six essential reading and comprehension skills. With newly gained knowledge, they are able to modify activities to use with a variety of […]

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The Growing Brain # 3: Communication and Language Development

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentParticipants will understand how communication and language skills develop in the first 5 years of life, the brain's role in the development of these skills and how to support them.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of the session, participants will recall communication milestones for birth […]

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Growing Brain #4: Cognitive and Executive Function

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentThis learning event will review how cognition and executive function development unfolds in early childhood. We will consider ways to support young children in promoting a healthy brain and explore what can inhibit healthy growth and development.Training Objectives:1 . By the end of this session, […]

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Vroom’s Brain Building Basics: Promoting Early Learning

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Hannah WestNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentThis training will explore the research behind Vroom’s Brain Building Program, focusing on the Brain Building Basics—five key principles that support early brain development. Participants will gain insight into how these simple, science-backed concepts can be integrated into everyday interactions to strengthen early learning and […]

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The Growing Brain #5: Social Emotional Development

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Positive Interactions & GuidanceTo understand how social-emotional development unfolds in the first five years, and the brain's role in this process. Providers will be able to make decisions concerning support and experiences to help with the process.Training Objectives:1 . Understand how social-emotional development unfolds in the first five […]

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Growing Brain #6: Understanding Behavior

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentThis class will focus on key factors of behavioral expression; individual development, temperament, and environment. These factors shape how children process and react to the experiences they have in the world. We will explore the importance of child observation in understanding behavior and effective techniques […]

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Nurturing Minds, Shaping Identities: Early Brain & Identity Development

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Hannah WestNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentThis training explores key stages of early brain development and the vital role of identity formation in childhood. Participants will deepen their understanding of how early experiences shape both cognitive growth and self-identity while gaining practical resources to support healthy identity development in young children.Training […]

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Growing Brain #7: Everyday Play

Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, United States

In-PersonInstructor: Janna MasonNevada Registry Approved: 2.0 HoursCKA: Human Growth & DevelopmentIn this part of The Zero to Three the Growing Brain Series we will discuss the brain's growth from conception through age five, vital knowledge for fostering everyday play and effectively supporting children's development.Training Objectives:1 . Participants will grasp the significance of recognizing the core […]

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