Free Trainings for Teachers and Early Childhood Educators

These free in person trainings are held in Meeting Room A of Beaverton City Library, 12375 SW 5th St.

Stories Through Songs: Creating Musical Literacy Experiences with Children

Sunday, July 30
1:30-3 PM    
Registration is required

Books and music can go hand-in-hand. Come learn how to put a new spin on old favorites and identify ways to integrate language and literacy skills into a musical experience with the children in your care and education programs. You will leave with new ways to use the books already in your home or classroom.

Set One; Core Knowledge Category: Learning Environments & Curriculum; 1.5 hours; Infant/Toddler, Preschool

Hey, Baby! Can We Talk?

Sunday August 27
1:30-3:30 PM
Registration is required

Communication between babies and caregivers forms the foundation of early language and literacy development. In this Early Words Language and Literacy 2014 session, participants will learn to respond to baby's cues and understand the basics of creating literacy-rich environments for infants.

Set One; Core Knowledge Category: Learning Environments & Curriculum; 2 hours; Infant/Toddler

Again! Again! Language and Literacy Development for Toddlers

Sunday September 24
1:30-3:30 PM 
Registration is required

Toddlers are always on the go as they try to understand the workings of their world. In this Early Words Language and Literacy 2014 session, participants will learn about literacy-rich environments for toddlers and gain the basics of engaging busy little ones in language and literacy activities.

Set One; Core Knowledge Category: Learning Environments & Curriculum; 2 hours; Infant/Toddler