Winter Webinar Series: Bringing Stories to Life for Young Children-Increasing Opportunities for Participation & Learning

Description Infants and toddlers listen to stories being read to them in a variety of settings, such as bedtime routines by parents or caregivers or within the curriculum of child care environments. These interactions can be rich opportunities for learning for both caregiver and child. Hands-on exploration of objects and materials related to the stories by these children enhances the learning experience. Simple adaptations, such as story boxes can often increase a child’s engagement and participation in “storytime”, which can lead to increased opportunities for learning. Come explore the rationale and practicalities of bringing stories to life and brainstorm strategies to share this information within the context of an early intervention visit.

Objectives:

1) understand early literacy and its impact on young children’s development

2) explore adaptations for infants and toddlers of all abilities to be able to participate

3) identify strategies to share these strategies within early intervention visits

Location Live Webinar - Internet Access Required

Date 1/28/2015 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM (Check in 8:30 AM)
Sponsor Early Intervention Training Program at the University of Illinois
Contact EI Training Program at the U of I (866) 509-3867 lgimble@illinoiseitraining.org
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 1.25 - Intervention
Cost No Charge
Status Closed