Cherokee Nation offers child development workshops
March 20th 2011 18:41
The Cherokee Nation continues its series of free child care provider development workshops 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. March 31, and 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. April 1.
The workshops will be at the Cherokee Nation Child Development Center in Tahlequah, 16947 W. Cherokee St.
Dr. Pam Schiller will conduct “A Dozen Ways to Build Your Child’s Brain Power” on March 31 and “The Crucial Role of Social-Emotional Development in School Readiness” on April 1.
Schiller has worked as a child care administrator and teacher and headed up the early childhood department at the University of Houston. Schiller has written many books on child development and education.
“A Dozen Ways to Build Your Child’s Brain Power” informs child caregivers of activities that promote young brain development in the areas of information processing, alertness and memory. Attendees will be made aware of activities that challenge, motivate and intrigue young children while advancing their mental capabilities.
“The Crucial Role of Social-Emotional Development in School Readiness” shows participants ways to prepare young children for the learning environment they will encounter when they begin attending school. The workshop will cover interactive activities that teach children how to effectively learn and fully benefit from the education they receive.
Seating is limited to 50. Attendees must apply by March 24 and be approved by the Cherokee Nation Child Care Resource Center. If selected to attend, applicants will be notified. To apply: (918) 453-5300 or visit www.cherokeekids.net.
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