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Friday Presentations
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Friday, March 7, 2008
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Session I
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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Phonological Awareness and Its Significance in Early Learning
Eva Trumbower and Mary Joan Wood
What is phonological awareness? Why is it important? Can and should phonological awareness instruction be part of the preschool experience for 3 to 5 year old children? This presentation will answer these questions and address development and competencies for instructors. Videotaped examples of phonological groups will be shared. (CC, CD, R, CR, CGD, IWC, PDL, LIT, S&E, PRE) |
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Looking for an Infant and Toddler Curriculum? PITC May Be for You
Angela Wendt and Janice Lundquist
This presentation will provide an overview of WestEd's PITC Curriculum, which is recognized by the state of Missouri, has an approved infant and toddler curricula/philosophy. The Program for Infant Toddler Care seeks to ensure that infants get a safe, healthy, emotionally secure and intellectually rich start in life. Trainers will share information supporting a climate for care that reinforces a responsive, relationship-based approach for infants and toddlers. (CR, LEC, L2, IT) |
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The Road Less Traveled: Ways to Engage Teen Parents
Nan Hoffman and Kathleen Smith
Teens as Parents! Come see fun and fresh group meeting plans that will recharge your time with teen parents. Also, ideas will be provided to help support teen facilitators. You will leave with ideas, energy and confidence for that road less traveled. (PAT, TP, CR, CGD, HSN, LEC, IWC, COA, PPD, FAC, PDL, L4, LIT, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Sail into Kid Writing: Drifting to Drafting
Sherrill Schlimpert
Ever feel like you are drifting in uncharted seas as you teach writing? Come sail along on the eventful journey of a beginning writer. We'll cruise from the first drawings to interactive writing, labeling, using magic lines, validating, revising, and publishing. (CR, LEC, L4, K, PRI) |
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Project Construct: Alive and Well in the Kindergarten and First Grade Classroom
Carol Lohkamp
Constructivism in the kindergarten and first grade classroom will enhance learning opportunities for children. This presentation will address goals and standards as well as Grade Level Expectations in Missouri. (PC, CR, LEC, PPD, L4, L5, LIT, MAT, SCI, PDL, S&E, K, PRI) |
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Containing Missouri Early Learning Standards Through a Unit of Study
Shelli Lee and Freda Markley
Did you know that a shoe is a container for your foot? Based on student interests and enthusiasm, come gather some great new unit of study ideas to put in your CONTAINER while meeting the Missouri Early Learning Standards. (CC, PC, CR, LEC, L2, L3, L4, LIT, MAT, SCI, PDL, S&E, PRE) |
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Advocating for Missouri PAT Programs
Jane Callahan
This presentation will offer strategies and tips that Missouri parent educators can use in advocating for PAT programs at the state and local level. Learn how your local advocacy efforts compliment and support the advocacy efforts of Parents as Teachers National Center. (PAT, PPD, PDL, L1, IT, PRE) |
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Make It! Take It! Leave It!
Nanci Beck and Heidi Nichols
Learn how to make, take and leave unique educational products that will enhance the service you provide for children and their families. (PAT, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, PPD, FAC, L4, LIT, MAT, SCI, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE, K) |
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Do You See What I See? Children's Portfolios and Observations
Kay Billings and Lou Anne Snell
You may be asking yourself, "What are children's portfolios? Why should I keep them?" Come learn why portfolios for children are important. Samples of different forms of children's assessments, observation techniques and effective ways to keep and document children's development will be discussed. (PAT, CC, CGD, LEC, IWC, COA, PPD, L3, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Sensational Science
Trish Lockridge
Learning is an active process that we will explore as we make science come alive with hands-on and "minds-on" activities. Participants will learn how to bring out the scientist in every child and will leave with sensational science ideas that they can use in the classroom on Monday. (CR, LEC, IWC, L4, LIT, SCI, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Three Thrilling Themes for Great Group Meetings
Mary Ann Sander and Carla Ingram
Looking for new group meeting ideas? Parent educators with 28 years of combined experience will share detailed information about three successful group meetings conducted in their Parents as Teachers Program - one for infants, another for children 0-3 years and a third for 3-5 year olds. This presentation will include handouts, a listing of materials needed, developmental information to be shared and the organization of the three meetings. Other titles and themes will be briefly described and included in the handouts. (PAT, IWC, PPD, FAC, L4, LIT, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Positive Strokes for Positive Folks! Building a Positive Learning Community in Your Classroom
Teresa Paszkiet and Linda Wood
This presentation will focus on activities that help children explore, understand and deal with their emotions as they develop relationships with their classmates. Learn ways that you can build a positive community of learners through class-made books, songs and activities that correlate with the Missouri Pre-K Social and Emotional Standards and Kindergarten GLE's. (CR, HSN, LEC, IWC, L4, LIT, S&E, PRE, K) |
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Ready to Learn: Phonological Awareness Beyond Letters and Sight Words
Tracy Shelly
Although letters and sight words are invaluable for reading, students often struggle with these early concepts and just may not be quite ready for them. In addition, there are many students who seem to learn these early skills easily, yet still struggle beyond them. This presentation will be packed full of skill-building activities and methods for informal assessment of student's phonological awareness and ways to facilitate its growth. The information covered will be most appropriate for teachers and parents of preschool through struggling second graders. Sound segmentation, syllable segmentation, symbol imagery, and other games that incorporate word and sound play will be discussed. (PAT, CC, CD, CR, CGD, LEC, L3, L4, LIT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Introducing the Brain: Understanding What We Are Shaping in Children
Dr. Brad Mears
See the brain in a whole new light. In the last 7 years, we have learned more about the brain than throughout all of history. Thanks to new research methods, we have now taken the theory out of teaching and learning. Information about the developing brain will be presented and will include how to take care of the brain, support healthy brain development, and have the biggest impact by doing the smallest things. (PAT, CC, A, R, CGD, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Risk Is Not Destiny: Working with "At-Risk" Preschoolers
Sarah Birk and Sandra Smith
Participants will be provided with research-based information and strategies to help promote social, behavioral, and cognitive growth for "At-Risk" students. (PAT, CC, CD, A, PC, R, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, FAC, L5, LIT, MAT, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Puzzle Mania
Mary McWilliams and Althea VanDeMark
We're just crazy about puzzles--on home visits, in the classroom and as a parent involvement tool! What's in a puzzle? A picture, a story, and skills you may have never considered. Come join the mania through an interactive presentation of puzzle exploration. (SHCP, PAT, CC, G, TP, CGD, LEC, IWC, L1, L2, L3, LIT, MAT, IT, PRE, K)
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Session II
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. |
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Build a Book, Build a Reader
Diane Miesner and Fred Miesner
Can we read it? Yes we can! HIT THE NAIL ON THE HEAD as you BUILD A FOUNDATION for early literacy. Learn how to CONSTRUCT group books for your classroom library. Handouts will be provided with ideas for lift-the-flap, fill in the blank, and paper plate books, to name a few. (CR, LEC, IWC, L3, LIT, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Choice New Children's Books: Selecting Books Intentionally
Isabel Baker
My message and passion is to expose teachers and directors to as many good books as possible and to model the process of reading aloud. The very best way to improve literacy is to read good books, intentionally-selected books, to children. Let's not underestimate the power of good selection. All children's books are not created equal. (SHCP, PAT, CC, LEC, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, LIT, IT, PRE, K)
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Promoting Healthy Families
Shelly Lock
This presentation will stress the impact of family health on educational success. Participants will gain ideas for working with families to promote healthy practices (nutrition, exercise, sleep, etc.) and planning family fitness nights. (SHCP, HSN, FAC, L2, PDL, K, PRI) |
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Back to Sleep, Tummy to Play
Marsha Tarr and Janis Smalley
Information on the benefits of muscle strength for success with rolling, sitting, crawling and walking will be shared. Strategies will be explored to help prevent such conditions as torticollis and plagiocihaly. Topics such as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Sudden Unexplained Death in Children (SUDC) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) will be addressed. (PAT, CC, CGD, HSN, IWC, L1, PDL, IT) |
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Oops! Crash, Bang, Bump, "Oh My!"
Kimberly Fanter and Cindi Nipper
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death in children. This presentation will introduce you to Missouri's laws for transporting children (normal developing and special needs) in cars, buses and vehicles for hire. After this presentation the learner will have a general knowledge of car seat safety, and the answer to the question "Are You Using it Right?" Resources will be provided for car seat check stations and how to obtain seats for all children at a low cost. (PAT, CC, CD, HSN, FAC, L5, PDL, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Everything You Want to Know About the ECERS-R and ECERS-E
Janet Rinehart and Debbie Wood
ECERS, ECERS, everywhere! Join us to see what these instruments are all about, as well as how and why we use them. Bring your questions--inquiring minds want to know! (CC, A, PPD, PDL, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, PRE) |
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Showing Diversity throughout Your Program
Irene Kalmer and Darlene Neil
Diversity is more than colors on faces, pictures, books, or equipment. Discover more ways to embrace a diverse focus throughout the program, from the front desk to curriculum to parent meetings, and more. This will be helpful information for those in the accreditation process as well. (CC, CR, LEC, L3, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Make It! Take It! Leave It!
Nanci Beck and Heidi Nichols
Learn how to make, take and leave unique educational products that will enhance the service you provide for children and their families. (PAT, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, PPD, FAC, L4, LIT, MAT, SCI, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE, K) |
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Read to Me! Making Family Reading Fun!
Sarah Howard
Reading to a child is so much more than saying the words on a page! Learn techniques to bring a story to life by discussing the illustrations, creating character voices, and extending the book through fun activities. Explore storytelling techniques that will make both parents and children look forward to story time. (PAT, CC, TP, CGD, IWC, FAC, L2, LIT, IT, PRE) |
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Sensational Science
Trish Lockridge
Learning is an active process that we will explore as we make science come alive with hands-on and "minds-on" activities. Participants will learn how to bring out the scientist in every child and will leave with sensational science ideas that they can use in the classroom on Monday. (CR, LEC, IWC, L4, LIT, SCI, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Three Thrilling Themes for Great Group Meetings
Mary Ann Sander and Carla Ingram
Looking for new group meeting ideas? Parent educators with 28 years of combined experience will share detailed information about three successful group meetings conducted in their Parents as Teachers Program - one for infants, another for children 0-3 years and a third for 3-5 year olds. This presentation will include handouts, a listing of materials needed, developmental information to be shared and the organization of the three meetings. Other titles and themes will be described briefly and included in the handouts. (PAT, IWC, PPD, FAC, L4, LIT, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Fun and Inviting Lessons with Literature
Shelly Stone and Geannie McKillop-Tapp
Pack your year with fun and exciting weekly lesson plans based on our favorite books. Explore lessons that reinforce concepts such as colors, numbers, shapes, letters and more! Come see the ocean and an igloo brought to life. Handouts and items from each lesson will be displayed. (PAT, CD, LEC, IWC, L5, LIT, PRE, K) |
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What's the Forecast Today? Weathering the Social/Emotional Storms of Young Children
Denise Lock
We can't control the weather outside, but we can work on improving the indoor climate. Understanding social/emotional learning, protective factors and challenging behaviors of young children will help those stormy days turn into sunny ones. (CC, LEC, IWC, COA, L4, S&E, PRE)
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The Most Important Lesson: What the Playground Teaches That No One Else Can
Dr. Brad Mears
Every piece of equipment on a playground has a developmental purpose, and every type of play that takes place there develops a brain center that can be developed in no other way. Yet, these structures are often being changed for the worse, and children are having more difficulty with reading and math skills as a result. Come and see why recess and playgrounds must be protected above all else. (PAT, CC, A, R, CGD, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, IT, PRE, K, PRI)
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Unfolding a Powerful Way of Thinking and Learning
Jennifer Strange and Dr. Cyndi Hebenstreit
Observe and explore strategies for examining children's ideas and supporting high level thinking in a diverse urban school setting. Children's creative experiences and authentic conversations will be made visible through varied documentation. (CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, COA, PPD, PDL, L5, S&E, PRE)
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Attention Directors and Trainers: Get Prepared to Train Staff on the Core Competencies for Early Care and Education Professionals!
Terri Foulkes and Amber Sparks
This interactive presentation is designed to give directors and trainers resources and tools to use when working with program staff. Information about the Core Competencies will be presented along with a discussion of how to use them. Then we will discuss uses for the Core Competencies and work through a sample professional development plan. Participants will receive handouts of the presentation's activities and copies of the Core Competencies. (A, PPD, L4, IT, PRE)
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Session III
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
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Critter Rock
Claudine Lamb
Learning about conservation can be made fun through song. We will sing and participate in group activities while learning how to connect music to Missouri's Grade Level Expectations. (CC, CR, LEC, L5, MAT, SCI, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Little Bites, Big Steps: Nutrition and Fitness for Young Children
Mary Clevenger and Sandy Kelley
If you liked the "Rx for Survival" educator kits we offered in 2006, you're going to love "Little Bites, Big Steps"! This research-based program takes the next step in providing the early childhood educator with the tools and information necessary to integrate healthy habits into daily classroom activities. Join us for a fun-filled presentation and take away valuable information, resources and materials to enhance your program. Don't miss this presentation! (R, CR, CGD, HSN, L4, PDL, IT, PRE, K) |
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Getting a Little Graphic
Terri Hovey
Graphic organizers are a fun, visual, organized, and sometimes hands-on way to engage children in learning. Participants will receive at least five graphic organizers that can be used with preschool children and into the primary grade levels. (CC, CR, LEC, IWC, L4, LIT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Great Group Meetings Using Born to Learn Personal Visit Plans
Jane Kostelc
Presto-change-o! Use the Parents as Teachers Born to Learn personal visit plans to create group meetings rich in child development information and parent-child activities. Share creative group meeting ideas that conform to DESE group meeting requirements during this hands-on workshop. (PAT, CGD, PPD, L2, IT, PRE) |
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What Day Is It? An Effective Morning Routine
Amanda Sims and Stephanie Eaton
Learn how to establish a calendar routine that will incorporate literacy, math, and a classroom theme into a time that creates the atmosphere for the day. This time is essential to starting the day off on the right foot and getting those little brains warmed up for a day full of fun and learning. We will demonstrate how to incorporate the use of technology into the morning routine and provide adaptations for classrooms that lack the resources. No matter what the age of the children you work with, something can be taken away from this presentation. (CR, CGD, HSN, LEC, IWC, COA, PPD, L4, LIT, MAT, SCI, PDL, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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It's in the Bag! Making the Home School Connection
Kim Triplett and Stephanie Demien
Having trouble getting your parents involved? Are your parents always asking "What can we do at home?" Have we got the answer for you! Come see a successful home to school connection. If you have a low budget, we have a solution for you. Samples of teacher-made learning bags, parent contracts, and student management techniques will be discussed. (CC, CD, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, FAC, L2, LIT, MAT, PRE, K) |
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It's Never Too Early to Start Saving for College
Temeka Easter and Janet Koltman
Come discover how easy and affordable saving for college is when you open a MOST account. Learn how to promote the plan to your families/students. (PAT, CC, A, FAC, L1, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Making Memories with Families
Vickie Sowers and Debby Collier
Come and gather ideas for activities and materials designed to bring your family involvement to new heights! Participants will be given a "scrapbook" to collect ideas that have been successful in the classroom and the community. (SHCP, PC, PPD, FAC, L3, L4, LIT, S&E, PRE) |
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Class Meetings
Camilla Ferrel and Denise Hudson
Does classroom discipline consume more of your teaching time than you would like? A kindergarten and first grade teacher share their experiences conducting class meetings. As a result, students tattle less, become more self-empowered, and have increased social skills. (CR, LEC, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Vision - A Piece of the Puzzle in Neurosensory Development & Learning
Dr. David Coleman and Sundae Wade
With vision involved in 80% of the neurosensory learning system, it is critical that visual abilities are efficient and integrate properly with the other sensory learning skills to achieve good learning. Identifying the symptoms of poorly developing visual function and children who may be at risk, as well as strategies for helping children develop efficient visual learning integration will be addressed. Come prepared to think "out of the box" as we look at improving the learning ability of children through vision. (SHCP, PAT, CD) |
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The Magic of Physical Science
Ann Hall and Valerie McCoy
Does the word SCIENCE scare you? Come join this interactive presentation on how to help preschoolers learn about the PHYSICAL WORLD. Hands-on activities will be stressed and handouts will be supplied. (CC, G, CR, LEC, IWC, L2, SCI, PRE, K) |
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Are Your Children Ready for Miss Bindergarten's Kindergarten?
Jessica Taylor and Laura Holloway
Transition should be a process, not an event. Part of the process for effective transition between preschool and kindergarten can occur in the preschool classroom. Development of a thematic unit for kindergarten transition will be described including literature, vocabulary, circle, field trip, and learning center experiences. (CC, CR, LEC, PPD, L1, L2, S&E, PRE)
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The Neurology of Autism: Bridging the Gaps between the 4 Keys of Research
Dr. Brad Mears
Chances are if your life has not yet been touched by someone with autism, it soon will be. Autism is a developmental disorder that seems to be surrounded by more questions than answers, partially due to a disconnection of the four keys of research on it. This presentation will connect these keys and give attendees a better understanding of what autism truly is, why we're seeing so many cases of it, and why different therapies have varying degrees of success across age ranges. (PAT, CC, CD, A, R, CGD, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Unfolding a Powerful Way of Thinking and Learning
Jennifer Strange and Dr. Cyndi Hebenstreit
Observe and explore strategies for examining children's ideas and supporting high level thinking in a diverse urban school setting. Children's creative experiences and authentic conversations will be made visible through varied documentation. (CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, COA, PPD, PDL, L5, S&E, PRE)
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Generational Differences among Early Childhood Educators
Mike Abel
Every generation is forged in the fires of its experiences and has distinctive contributions to support co-workers and family members from different age groups. Understanding the characteristics of the four generations (Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, GenX-ers, and Millennials) can benefit interpersonal relationships in early childhood settings. Participants will explore program planning and organizational norms. (SHCP, PAT, CC, A, PC, PPD, PDL, L1, L3, IT, PRE, K, PRI)
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Session IV
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. |
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The Making of a New Generation
Melanie Carden-Jessen
Create a new generation of environmentally aware students while studying the next generation of plants! We will study the seeds of several different plants, how they form and how they travel. We will investigate the next generation of plant by looking at some plants inside the seed and experiment to determine how these different seeds may travel from here to there to classify them. Handouts, felt board patterns, activities, and everything you need for a serious study of seeds will be included. Journaling, outdoor investigations, and butterfly and hummingbird gardens will be included. (CR, LEC, L1, LIT, SCI, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Little Bites, Big Steps: Nutrition and Fitness for Young Children
Mary Clevenger and Sandy Kelley
If you liked the "Rx for Survival" educator kits we offered in 2006, you're going to love "Little Bites, Big Steps"! This research-based program takes the next step in providing the early childhood educator with the tools and information necessary to integrate healthy habits into daily classroom activities. Join us for a fun-filled presentation and take away valuable information, resources and materials to enhance your program. Don't miss this presentation! (R, CR, CGD, HSN, L4, PDL, IT, PRE, K) |
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Play with Your Food . . . and Learn Too!
Terri Hovey
Snack time is not a break from learning; it is learning. Play with your food and learn colors, counting, shapes and other wonderful (or gross) ideas. Cook up some little ideas to create big fun. (CC, CR, HSN, LEC, IWC, L4, MAT, PDL, PRE, K) |
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Let's Give a Big High Five for Kids
Nancy Hale and Nanie Hawkins
This hands-on presentation will give ideas on how to incorporate the High 5 for Kids Nutrition curriculum into your parent activities. If you have the curriculum or are considering acquiring it, come learn more about this wonderful program. (PAT, HSN, L1, L2, L3, L4, PDL, IT, PRE) |
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Look, I Am in a Book!
Dee Friye and Tammy Davis
Want to get your kids into books? I mean "really in them"? Come to our presentation and learn how to make books featuring your students. Walk away with samples that you can use in your room on Monday. Some samples use the children's work and can also be a part of their work sampling. (CC, CD, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, L2, LIT, PRE, K) |
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Interactive Literacy Charts
Trina Schindler and Angel Powers
With the ever-increasing demands of literacy development, teachers are constantly searching for practical yet functional ways to teach pre-reading skills. Interactive charts are inexpensive hands-on manipulatives that can be designed to teach a multitude of skills and concepts while building literacy awareness at the same time. (CD, CR, LEC, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, LIT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Parent Involvement: A Key Factor in Student Achievement
Mary Jo Griffin
Discover your connection to effective schools! Four well-known researchers devoted to improving student achievement place parent involvement third on the list of critical components for student achievement. This presentation ties the research on effective schools and the Parents as Teachers model to improving student achievement. (SHCP, PAT, A, R, PPD, FAC, PDL, L3, L4) |
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Making Memories with Families
Vickie Sowers and Debby Collier
Come and gather ideas for activities and materials designed to bring your family involvement to new heights! Participants will be given a "scrapbook" to collect ideas that have been successful in the classroom and the community. (SHCP, PC, PPD, FAC, L3, L4, LIT, S&E, PRE) |
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1 2 3 Math for Me
Mary Krekeler
MATH - it can be a game! Come get hands-on math ideas for your classroom. I will show you easy ideas to create fun, inexpensive games to help children learn math and more. (CC, PC, TP, CR, CGD, LEC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, MAT, S&E, PRE, K) |
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100 Ideas You Can Use Tomorrow
Shani Ladd and Amy Hume
See class-made books and other literacy ideas and activities for preschoolers and kindergarteners at all developmental levels. Come and find some fast and easy tips for busy teachers. (SHCP, CD, CR, LEC, FAC, L4, LIT, PRE, K) |
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The Magic of Physical Science
Ann Hall and Valerie McCoy
Does the word SCIENCE scare you? Come join this interactive presentation on how to help preschoolers learn about the PHYSICAL WORLD. Hands-on activities will be stressed and handouts will be supplied. (CC, G, CR, LEC, IWC, L2, SCI, PRE, K) |
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See Me! Hear Me! Feel Me! Move Me! Recognizing and Feeding Sensory Needs in the Early Childhood Setting
Tracy Shelly
He chews on everything! She won't sit still! He touches my hair - my clothes! He throws himself into furniture - AND his friends! The philosophy behind this presentation encourages the attendees to recognize these behaviors as sensory needs - instead of "behavior problems" - and how to feed these needs in your daily routine and activities. ALL children (and adults) have sensory needs to some capacity. They effect how we learn, behave, socialize and function on a day to day basis. As educators and caregivers, it is pertinent that we recognize these needs and feed them to increase learning behaviors. If a sensory need is treated as a behavior problem, then it becomes a behavior problem, which yields frustrated and worn out parents and caregivers. (CC, CD, R, CGD, IWC, L4, PDL, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Creative Classroom Creations
Cindy Magness
The most creative "take and make" workshop you'll ever attend. Come join us for "cheap & easy" ideas to teach you how to create games, books, big books, flannel boards, puppets, and more from inexpensive and discardable items. (CR, LEC, IWC, L4, LIT, MAT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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The Nature of Science
Stacey Davis
Looking for ways to make science more exciting for young students while still meeting state standards? Look no further than your school grounds. Come learn ways to use the plants and animals found in a typical schoolyard to enhance student learning. (CR, LEC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, SCI, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Professionalism: Looking at Your Job? Or Career? in Early Childhood
Darlene Neil
What is professionalism? Career ladder? Career goals? Look at your job/career and identify ways to expand your horizons. What educational programs, professional organizations, community resources and mentors are available to you? This presentation will be helpful for those new to the early childhood field. (CC, PDL, L1, S&E, IT, PRE)
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Session V
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
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Developmentally Appropriate Guidance
Freda Markley and Darci Willis
Based on the work of Dan Gartell, this presentation will illustrate the application of his principles of guidance to classroom practice. Through the use of pictures, artifacts, and real-life situations, we will discuss problem-solving, conflict resolution, environmental causes of mistaken behavior, understanding the causes of children's behavior, and teaching democratic life skills. (SCHP, PAT, CC, CD, R, CGD, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Choice New Children's Books: Selecting Books Intentionally
Isabel Baker
My message and passion is to expose teachers and directors to as many good books as possible and to model the process of reading aloud. The very best way to improve literacy is to read good books, intentionally-selected books, to children. Let's not underestimate the power of good selection. All children's books are not created equal. (SHCP, PAT, CC, LEC, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, LIT, IT, PRE, K)
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Hola! No Hablo Espanol
Sherie Cox and Sarah Perkins
Come share ideas regarding working with your Spanish-speaking families. Discuss the challenges you face when your primary language as an educator is not Spanish. (PAT, CC, IWC, L3, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Managing Stress and Developmental Demands
Peggy Thoenen
Striving to keep up, complete paperwork, attend trainings, read the latest research, and teach children throughout the day is very demanding. If you're juggling priorities, join us to revive your "why" and meet daily demands. (PAT, CC, A, G, TP, HSN, FAC, PDL, L5, PDL, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Building Block Literacy Model
Drew Gerdes and Andrea Adams
Kindergarten teachers have created a new literacy model designed after the popular elementary Four-Block Literacy Model. Each block needed to create successful readers and writers will be shared for preschool through 1st grade classrooms. (CC, A, R, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, PPD, PDL, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, LIT, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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High Quality PAT Services for Families. What Does That Look Like?
JoAnne Ralston and Ronda Guth
How do you know your PAT program is delivering high quality parent education services? Take a closer look at the DESE Program Guidelines and the PATNC Quality Indicators for assistance in evaluating and growing a high quality PAT program for your families. (PAT, PPD, L2) |
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Kindergarten Connection
Tammy Hodges-Edwards and Cindy Peter
Join us in learning a combination of techniques to connect families as they transition their children to kindergarten. Participants will receive an extensive supply of samples to implement. Learn how to empower parents to build relationships with the elementary school. Information is power! (SHCP, PAT, CC, A, CGD, PPD, FAC, L1, L2, S&E, K) |
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Dads, Kids and Group Meetings
Nanci Beck and Elizabeth Straatmann
All you need to know about providing group meetings for parent-child interactions, child development and parent support for dads and their children. You will receive complete instructions for six great Dad's events! (PAT, CR, CGD, HSN, LEC, IWC, PPD, FAC, L4, LIT, MAT, SCI, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE, K) |
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Emergency! Emergency!
Rhodanne Schiller
Arriving at a home only to find the family is in crisis is not only a frustration for the home visitor, it often becomes a barrier to delivering curriculum content. Through the use of case studies and handouts, this discussion-based presentation will provide strategies for maintaining the focus on child development and parenting while supporting the parent. (PAT, CGD, FAC, L3, L4, S&E, IT) |
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100 Ideas You Can Use Tomorrow
Shani Ladd and Amy Hume
See class-made books and other literacy ideas and activities for preschoolers and kindergarteners of all developmental levels. Come and find fast and easy tips for busy teachers. (SHCP, CD, CR, LEC, FAC, L4, LIT, PRE, K) |
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From Messy to Monet: How Children Express Themselves through Art
Janet Rinehart and Debbie Wood
Children have an intrinsic desire to make sense of their world. One way they can naturally express their knowledge and communicate their ideas is through the art of painting, drawing, and sculpting. Using hands-on experiences, participants in this presentation will explore new ideas surrounding children as image makers and gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of expressive arts in the development of young children. (PAT, CC, PC, CGD, L1, L2, PRE, K) |
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Entitlement and the 21st Century Child
Judy Ann Mumford
The distinction between needs and wants has gotten incredibly blurred in recent decades. Societal pressures as well as adult indulgence and permissiveness have led children to believe that the world owes them, simply because they exist. This interactive presentation will address (a) the factors that promote children's egocentricity; (b) the potential negative impact on children; and (c) principles and practices that counter children's sense of entitlement and promote healthy development. (CC, R, CGD, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Fire and Ice
Kathy Smythe and Dave Smythe
Explore exothermic chemical reactions and the wonders of dry ice with Mad Science flash paper, an "explosive" bottle blast, a crazy bubble shower, and creepy, foggy effects.
(SCHP, PAT, CC, CD, G, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, COA, L1, LIT, SCI, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Creative Classroom Creations
Cindy Magness
The most creative "take and make" workshop you'll ever attend. Come join us for "cheap & easy" ideas to teach you how to create games, books, big books, flannel boards, puppets, and more from inexpensive and discardable items. (CR, LEC, IWC, L4, LIT, MAT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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The Nature of Science
Stacey Davis
Looking for ways to make science more exciting for young students while still meeting state standards? Look no further than your school grounds. Come learn ways to use the plants and animals found in a typical schoolyard to enhance student learning. (CR, LEC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, SCI, PRE, K, PRI)
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2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. |
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Keynote Address: Children and the Media: Strategies for Commercial-Free Children
Dr. Joshua Sparrow
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Session VI
4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. |
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The CDA Credential: What Is It and How Do I Get It?
Jeannie Edwards
This presentation will help participants understand the CDA (Child Development Associate) credential. Their questions will be discussed and answered as the process and purpose are explained. (CC, A, PDL, L2, IT, PRE) |
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Music = Harmony
Tara Golightly and Sherry Callow
Are your days too hectic? Children running wild? Music can help! Come learn new song ideas for group times, transitions, themes, and all around fun to help make your day run a little smoother. Share songs that work for you, too! Handouts will be provided. (CC, CR, CGD, LEC, PPD, L2, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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Munching on Math
Linda Holt and Laura Brown
An easy way for your class to meet Math Content Standards is through cooking. Whether it is through cooking snacks or a cooking learning center, your little chefs will be able to munch their way through math facts, learning while having fun. (CC, CR, HSN, LEC, IWC, PPD, L3, LIT, MAT, PRE, K) |
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Getting It Together; Getting It Right
Rhodanne Schiller and Shari Fleshman
Health, mental health, and disability professionals are a natural dream team that can support teachers and families in providing a holistic approach to issues that may be identified as behavior issues, but are, in fact, related to either a health, environmental, or disability issue. This presentation will provide examples and strategies for teams to create solutions that prevent negative, and often inaccurate, labels applied to children who simply need coordinated care and interventions. (SHCP, PAT, CC, CD, CGD, HSN, LEC, IWC, COA, PPD, FAC, PDL, L5, PDL, S&E, PRE) |
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Creating Healthy Smiles!
Peggy Thoenen
Early childhood cavities have reached epidemic numbers with our children. Come and learn how nutrition and good oral care go hand in hand. (PAT, CC, G, TP, HSN, L5, PDL, IT, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Phonemic Awareness = Literacy Success
Drew Gerdes and Andrea Adams
Phonemic Awareness is a precursor to early literacy success. Learn about phonemic awareness research and utilize what we know to help young children become successful readers. Specific strategies and classroom ideas will be shared. (CC, A, R, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, PPD, FAC, PDL, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, LIT, S&E, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Touchpoints of Emotional Development in the Early Years and Through the Lifespan
Dr. Joshua Sparrow
From the beginning of life, parents and professional caregivers can support the efforts of infants and young children to master the challenges of self-regulation, sensory processing, and social interaction - understanding themselves and others. These most basic building blocks for successful learning can only be constructed in the context of children's relationships, not only in early childhood but through adulthood as well. As a result, our most important gift to them is our humanity, but the emotional availability we need to convey this comes at a personal cost - a contribution that too often goes unrecognized by the rest of the adult world even though a thriving child is the reward. (PAT, CC, CGD, IWC, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, S&E, IT, PRE, K, PRI)
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Motor on a Shoestring
Amber Sobery and Ashlee Pahlow
Wanting to do motor activities IN your homes or classrooms with infant and toddlers? Don't have the $$ for equipment? Come join us for hands-on motor activities with handouts you can do on a shoestring budget. Home visitors--we have ideas for you! (SHCP, PAT, CC, TP, CGD, LEC, IWC, FAC, L1, L2, L3, L4, PDL, IT) |
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Sensory and You! Don't Be Afraid of What You Can Do!
Renee Hall-Re
Afraid to let the kids get messy? Don't be! I'll show you simple ways to allow the kids to have great fun. (CC, PC, TP, CR, CGD, LEC, L1, L2, L3, L4, SCI, PDL, S&E, IT, PRE, K) |
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Nature Explore Classroom - A First for Missouri
Traci Martin
Committed to making nature part of children's daily lives? This outdoor Nature Explore Classroom is the first preschool in the state of Missouri to do just that! Come see how to inspire children, families, and educators to connect more deeply with the world around us. Join this presentation to gain tons of cheap and creative ideas that incorporate the outdoors into meaningful learning spaces. Wait 'til you see the possibilities! (CC, PC, LEC, L1, L2, PDL, PRE) |
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Wiggly World of Worms
Kathy Smythe and Dave Smythe
This presentation will provide preschoolers with an opportunity to get their hands dirty while learning all about worms. Work with magnifying glasses to get an up close look at the lives and habits of worms. (SCHP, PAT, CC, CD, G, TP, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, COA, L1, SCI, PRE, K, PRI) |
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Moon Sand and Magic Sand: New Ideas for Your Old Sand Table
Janet Rinehart and Debbie Wood
Your sand table can be the catalyst for a wealth of science learning in your classroom. Join Debbie and Janet as they explore the wonders of Magic Sand and Moon Sand, while also making meaningful connections to the Missouri Early Childhood Standards. Be ready to get your hands messy while gaining lots of new ideas for how to turn that tired old table into the highlight of your classroom! (CC, PC, CR, LEC, L1, L2, L3, SCI, PRE) |
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Visual Strategies for Classroom Behavioral Supports
Geri Lawson-Weik and Cara Kirby
Discover classroom visual strategies to promote appropriate behaviors and provide structure for early learners. Focus will be on children with limited language comprehension skills. (CD, IWC, L5, S&E, IT, PRE) |
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The How, What and Why of Using Interactive Books with Children
Bonnie Niehaus and Linda Bleything
This presentation provides information about how literacy is fostered through the use of interactive books. It also provides participants with materials to make a book of their own to use with children. (SHCP, PAT, CC, CD, PC, TP, CR, CGD, LEC, IWC, PPD, FAC, L1, L2, L3, L4, LIT, S&E, IT, PRE, K) |
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Early Childhood Experiences and Adolescent Choices: Making the Connection
Judy Ann Mumford
Based on the presenter's research, education, and experience, this presentation examines personal and contextual factors during early childhood that predispose children to poor choices as adolescents. How can early childhood educators identify risk factors and attempt to counter them with protective factors? This interactive presentation will attempt to inform, validate, and equip participants in their critical role in the lives of young children. (CC, R, CGD, IWC, PPD, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, S&E, PRE, K) |
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Evening Banquet
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Distinguished Service Awards
7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Keynote Address
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Sesame Street and the Role and Responsibility of Children's Television
Sonia Manzano
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