Numerical Listing of 2008
Conference Presentations
Time Schedule:
I - 9:15 am - 10:15 am
II - 10:45 am - 11:45 am
III - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
IV - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday Room Grid (pdf)
Saturday Room Grid (pdf)
001 Sensory Play - Not Just Sand and Water Anymore
Mrs. Jill Schwarz, Child & Parent Educator
Marshall Public Schools
Mrs. Dawn Guetter, ECFE Coordinator
Wabasso Public Schools
Time to roll up your sleeves and get DIRTY. Come explore the many unconventional uses of sensory table play. Many ideas to use immediately in your classroom! (preschool)
Friday III, IV Home Economics 148
Saturday III Home Economics 148
002 Positive Behavior Strategies
Mrs. Cynthia Jackson, Education Specialist
RAM Behavior
Positive useful and interactive session, to provide teachers and others the tools they need to deal with the new generation of children that need behavior management skills. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday I & II, III & IV Student Center Cedarwood/Maplewood
003 The Importance of Play
Dr. Molly Hupcey Marnella, Assistant Professor
Dr. Frank D'Angelo, Assistant Professor
Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University
The workshop will focus on the importance of play in early childhood education through a PowerPoint presentation. First, we will outline the history of play by looking at the different views of the historical theorist, also the importance of the advantages and limitations of play and finally the practical applications of play. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, administrators)
Friday
I, II Student Center White Pine
004 Color "R" World
Ms. Tami Tousignant, Previous Kindergarten/1st Grade Teacher
Explore the wonders of storytelling in a variety of ways from the "magic of magnets" to the "power of pocket stories". Age appropriate learning centers developed on sturdy wood teaching tools will be presented. Move beyond the flannel board and experience the adventure of flipboard and paddleboard stories. Guaranteed to provide you with fresh, new ideas you can incorporate with your children Monday morning. Bring your camera! (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday I, II Student Center Ballroom A
Saturday I, II Student Center Ballroom A
005 Yoga in the Classroom
Mrs. Judy Israel, Kindergarten Teacher
Eau Claire Area School District
Rationale for using Yoga in the classroom based on brain research. Practical ideas to integrate Yoga into a child's day. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday
II Home Economics 148
006 The Development of Empathy in Infants & Toddlers
Mrs. Phyllis Porter, Infant Educarer
Mount Olivet Day Services
This presentation examines the current research in infant-toddler emotional development and their ability to respond pro-socially. It will look at how babies interact with each other and how these encounters affect their emotional life. (infant/toddler)
Friday
I Student Center Prairie/Pioneer
Friday III Student Center White Pine
007 Infant Massage
Mrs. Christy Haller, Certified Infant Massage Instructor
Luther Midelfort
Learn basic infant massage techniques proven useful as calming communication between infant and caregiver. Infant massage supports one on one time with an infant, while reducing stress levels in the infant and encouraging relaxation, improving sensory awareness and relieving discomfort from colic and teething. Please bring a doll or stuffed toy for practice. (infant/toddler)
Friday I, II Student Center Oakwood
008 SHHHH! It's a Secret! Science Truly is Sensational!-CANCELLED
Ms. June Reineke, Maxwell Children's Center Director
Dr. Penny Warner, Associate Professor of Education
Winona State University
Having a hard time believing science really is sensational? Come observe and play with many solid ideas that can be put to use on Monday morning. The presenters are experienced teachers who have found that science is NOT a scary word, and is often one of the children’s favorites. Build from some of your traditional activities by adding a new twist or two. SHHHH--remember: It is a secret!
009 Fast, Fun, MATH Activities
Mrs. Joni Warzala, Instructor
Mrs. Jessica Nichols, Instructor
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11
New! Activities designed specifically for math. Learn how to create simple math activities, targeting the components of early childhood math. Incorporate these games, songs and finger plays into your large group, small group and activity centers. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday III, IV Student Center Huff's
Saturday II, III Student Center Ballroom B
010 Going Nuts (less)! Peanut allergies in school and childcare centers.
Dr. Jo Hopp, Peanut Allergy Educator
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Did you know that food allergies affect 8% of school-age children with peanut/treenut allergies being the most common, and that number is rising? This session will introduce you to this critical issue and why it is important for you to learn about this life-threatening allergy. Attendees will leave with a packet of information they can share with their colleagues. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Saturday
I, II, III, IV Student Center Badger
011 Elephants Have Wrinkles - Animal Songs For the Classroom
Ms. Colleen Hannafin, Clinician/Performer
Mr. Brian "Uncle Squaty" Schellinger, Clinician/Performer
North Side Music
This workshop will feature songs, changes, action and movement songs about animals, birds, insects and more. Extended ideas for props, flannel boards, creative play and themes. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
I Student Center Huff's
012 Sing-A-Move-A-Dance M.U.S.I.C For Your Day
Ms. Colleen Hannafin, Clinician/Performer
Mr. Brian "Uncle Squaty" Schellinger, Clinician/Performer
North Side Music
Lots of "Sing-A-ble" songs for your day, including singing and movement, circle time, clean-up, transition, story-time songs and activities. Original and traditional songs and chants will be presented. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
II Student Center Huff's
013 "Read to Me: You Never Outgrow a Good Children's Book"
Ms. Kaye Ketterer, Scholarship Counselor
WI Early Childhood Association
Everyone benefits from being read to, so come listen to some all time favorites! Hear a sample of quality books for children of all ages, including timeless favorites. Come to absorb luscious language and relish in repetitive rhythm. Explore the messages books send to children and gather new or renewed excitement for books and maybe even sing a song or two! (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
IV Home Economics 417
014 WI Scholarship & Stipend Programs: Information on T.E.A.C.H. and R.E.W.A.R.D.
Ms. Kaye Ketterer, Scholarship Counselor
WI Early Childhood Association
Teacher Education And Compensation Helps (T.E.A.C.H) offers eligible early childhood professionals the opportunity to achieve their professional development goals through affordable credit-based education.
R.E.W.A.R.D. (Rewarding Education with Wages And Respect for Dedication) is a statewide compensation and retention initiative for the child care workforce. Come to learn about the types of scholarship models available, who is eligible for T.E.A.C.H. and R.E.W.A.R.D., and how you (or your staff) and your program could benefit. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday
III Home Economics 417
015 Shake, Rattle, and Roll
Mrs. Sue Smith, Infant Teacher
Especially for Children
Mrs. Candy Peck, Infant/Toddler Teacher
Little Learners Preschool
We will demonstrate how toys and activities made from simple household items promote children's development through creativity and exploration. This how-to seminar covers more than 20 toys and activities teachers can do with infants, toddlers, and young preschoolers. (infant/toddler, preschool)
Friday
III, IV Home Economics 208
016 Science Time with Let's Dig In
Mrs. Sherry Ann Wolfer, Early Childhood Consultant
You don't have to be a scientist to do science experiments and activities with children. This workshop contains easy and inexpensive science ideas for children of all ages. (toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday I, II Home Economics 176
Saturday I, II Home Economics 176
017 Transforming the Challenging Child: The Nurtured Heart Approach
Ms. Tina Feigal, M.S., Ed, Director
Center for the Challenging Child
Ever wonder why typical parenting, therapy, and teaching techniques are ineffective with some children? Learn ways to bring about real change with proven, positive, esteem-building methods. The approach applies to children with ADHD, ODD, autism, or any child, ages 2-18, whose behavior does not improve with typical techniques. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday III, IV Home Economics 413B
Saturday II Home Economics 413B
Saturday IV Student Center Ballroom B
018 Helping Grieving Children
Dr. Jeanne Rothaupt, Lecturer
Human Development & Family Studies
Ms. Elissa Skinner, Graduate Student
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This session will focus on ways to help young children cope with the death of a loved one. New research regarding children & bereavement will be shared along with practical, age appropriate activities. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
IV Home Economics 460
019 Infant & Toddler Lab Tour
Ms. Kathy Preusse, Instructional Specialist
Ms. Jamie Lynch, Instructional Specialist
Ms. Marcia Wolf, Instructional Specialist
Child and Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Come and join in a guided tour of the UW-Stout Infant and Toddler Lab. A question and answer session is included. (infant/toddler)
Friday III Home Economics 165
Saturday II Home Economics 165
020 Developmental Experiences for Infants
Ms. Marcia Wolf, Instructor Specialist
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
How do you plan for infants? Beginning with assessments and relationships. Marcia Wolf will share the process of assessing, planning and implementing quality experiences for infants. (infant/toddler)
Friday IV Home Economics 313
Saturday III Home Economics 313
021 Building Language and Literacy In the ECE Classroom
Mrs. Renee Overby, Consultant
Kaplan
Research and observation have shown that free play unsupported - does not support children's development. Conversely, highly structured, didactic experiences are often frustrating and, in certain circumstances, harmful to children's development. Teachers will learn to set up developmentally appropriate environments & activities through play experiences that promote acquisition of early literacy skills for all children. Find out how D.A.P. environments teach these skills without flash cards and ditto sheets. This is one workshop that you do NOT want to miss! Based on Kaplan's new curriculum Beyond Centers and Circle Time. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday III & IV Student Center Prairie/Pioneer
022 Discipline - The Brain Smart Way
Mrs. Renee Overby, Consultant
Kaplan
There is a revolution in brain research that is inspiring new guidance skills. However there is still a broad gap between scientific research and public knowledge - between what is known about child development and what is done.
Learn a comprehensive behavior management program that can change the life of your teachers, parents and children. Positively discipline children while literally rewiring their brain chemistry in the process. This yields lasting changes in behavior, not temporary fixes. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday I & II Student Center Prairie/Pioneer
023 Piaget…Plus
Mr. Gene Sauter, Retired Head Start Teacher
The more child development we understand, the better prepared we are to REALLY help children learn, grow and enjoy being pre-schoolers. We can help parents understand why they don't have to expect so much academics from their preschoolers. What CAN teachers and parents do to help preschoolers succeed in school...and at home? Too often, theories we learn never get to the reality of what we do. Piaget's stages plus many examples and strategies will be shared. (preschool)
Friday
III, IV Jarvis Science Wing 145
024 Children's Memories From Past Lives
Dr. Robert Salt, Professor and Department Chair
College of Human Development
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Review of research on children's memories of other lifetimes; how these memories affect them in the present; and how early childhood staff and parents can respond to these memories. (infant/toddler, preschool)
Friday
I, II Home Economics 313
025 Making Charts with Preschoolers
Ms. Melissa Seehaver, Lead Teacher
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This session has some fabulous ideas for making charts with preschool-aged children. These charts foster language development and give children the opportunity to see their ideas expressed on paper. A handout will be provided and numerous examples will be shared. (preschool)
Friday
IV Home Economics 105
Saturday III Home Economics 182
026 The Six Habits of Highly Effective Teachers
Dr. Judy Herr, Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Come and learn through this thought provoking presentation how to open the doors to change and the success that lies within each of us. Shared will be the six habits and traits of highly successful teachers and two self-assessment screening instruments. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrator)
Friday I Home Economics 103
Saturday I Home Economics 103
027 “Make It Math!”
Ms. Julia Lorenz, Instructor
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Early learning standards encourage exploration in many areas of math! Come and see fun teacher-made materials that will help children explore math through hands-on learning materials and exciting group activities. Handouts will be provided (preschool)
Friday
I, II Home Economics 240
028 Relational Aggression in Preschool, Kindergarten, and Elementary Schools
Dr. Kevin Doll, Assistant Professor
Human Development & Family Studies
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Relational aggression will be discussed between the ages of 4 and 11. Risk factors for relational aggression will be identified, as well as consequences for both victims and perpetrators of relational aggression. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday I & II, III & IV Home Economics 153
029 Promoting Child Art
Dr. Sheri Klein, Professor of Art Education
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This presentation will address the importance of child art expression for human development and the role of the international child art foundation in promoting child art. (kindergarten, primary)
Friday
IV Home Economics 232
030 Sing A Song Of Learning
Ms. Sonja Doughty, Principal
Ms. Stephanie VanStrydonk, Kindergarten Teacher
St. Mary's School
Come and join Sonja and Stephanie as they show you exciting and innovative ways to enhance your classroom curriculum with "song" storybooks. They will demonstrate how to incorporate a variety of song storybooks into your Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies curriculums. Let's not forget circle and snack times too! (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
II, III Home Economics 131
031 How Do Children Become Peaceful?
Ms. Rebecca Janke, Executive Director
Growing Communities for Peace
Are some just born this way or are there specific things that we adults can do to tap this capacity within all children? The answer is yes we can do things that not only tap it but cause it to reach proportions that actually allow you and the children to build a culture of peace and nonviolence in your classroom, daycare or home. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday
III Student Center Ballroom C
032 Great Books for Children - CANCELLED
Ms. Susan Justice, Instructional Specialist
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This workshop will provide resources and web information on great literature for children. Information specific to age and/or gender. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary)
033 Storytelling & Beyond with 2 & 3 Year Olds
Ms. Kathy Preusse, Instructional Specialist
Child and Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Come and explore ways to enhance your circle time and extend learning beyond storybooks. We will cover great books for two and three year olds, alternative storytelling techniques and extension activities that cover all areas of development. (toddlers)
Friday II Home Economics 208
Saturday III Home Economics 208
034 Enriching Infant Toddler Environments
Ms. Jamie Lynch, Instructional Specialist
Child and Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Learn practical ways to transform your classroom into a meaningful space that will stimulate children's development during those important first years of life. Areas addressed will include, impact of the environment, room arrangement, centers, furnishings and color. (infant/toddler)
Friday II Home Economics 148
Saturday III Home Economics 176
035 Tons of Fun with Ones and Twos
Ms. Kathy Preusse, Instructional Specialist
Ms. Jamie Lynch, Instructional Specialist
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This session will focus on helping toddlers and twos learn and explore. Many teacher-made-materials and activities for you to try! Handout provided. (infant/toddler)
Friday I Home Economics 131
Saturday I Home Economics 208
036 What Every Teacher Needs To Know: The Impact of Babies on Relationships and Families
Dr. Karen Zimmerman, Retired Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Come and learn the effects of infants on relationships and how it changes them. Studies show that after the first baby is born two-thirds of couples experiences a significant drop in relationship satisfaction. Navigating the change to parenthood and strategies used to improve relationship quality will be shared, including warm fathering. (infant/toddlers, parent educators)
Friday II Student Center Badger
037 Multiple Intelligences in the Early Childhood Classroom
Dr. Karen Zimmerman, Retired Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
The eight intelligences identified by Gardner will be described. Participants will identify their own strength areas and discuss how these affect their teaching. Strategies to develop the multiple intelligences of children will be shared. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday III Student Center Badger
Saturday I Student Center White Pine
038 Parent-Teacher Communication and Conferencing: Who's Talking?
Dr. Karen Zimmerman, Retired Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This workshop will identify principles for establishing two-way communications with parents and distinguish between effective and non-effective verbal communications with parents. Ways to establish a positive atmosphere in parent-teacher conferences and how to handle an angry parent/conflict with a parent. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday IV Student Center Badger
Saturday II Student Center White Pine
039 Behavior is Communication
Ms. Amy Tamsen-Moritz, Faculty
Northcentral Technical College
Our behaviors - everything - sends messages. Why do kids do the things that they do? Let's talk about "interpreting" these messages. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
III, IV Student Center Ballroom C
040 Policies and More: Creating a Parent Handbook - CANCELLED
Mrs. Patricia Dischler, Author
KIDBIZ Books
Show parents the philosophy and goals that drive your business by creating a Parent Handbook that includes school information, policies and procedures and contract information. Learn how this tool can aid in discussing though topics with parents and conducting interviews. (infant/toddler, preschool, administrators)
041 Tips & Tricks - CANCELLED
Mrs. Patricia Dischler, Author
KIDBIZ Books
Who's got extra time and money? No one! Get dozens of ideas to make your job easier, create inexpensive activities and toys, share your best tips and go home with a treasure trove of tricks to help you with the kids, the parents and your budget! (infant/toddler, preschool)
042 Starting Small
Mrs. Ruth Hofland, Lecturer
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Through lively classroom footage, teacher interviews, commentary from early childhood specialists, and the vivid voices of children, this award-winning film explores 5 equity programs from Seattle to New Haven. Effective ways of fostering respect for differences will be explored. (kindergarten, primary)
Friday III Home Economics 333
043 Learning and Loving It Through Literacy
Mrs. Sandy Suprak, Educator
Northcentral Technical College
Mrs. Ashley Pernitz, Substitute Teacher
Giving children learning experiences through the use of flannelboards, yard sticks, rebos, props, and classroom books are just some of the ways we will demonstrate to make storytelling more engaging for everyone. Creative extensions and enhancements will be shown to help carry literacy throughout all of your curriculum areas. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
I Home Economics 208
044 Playgrounds as Learning Centers
Ms. Sara Kreiss, Educational Design Consultant
Grounds for Play
An unbeatable combination, this workshop addresses federal guidelines on playgrounds and the many facets of playground development, such as; design, review of the manufacturing industry, child development needs, state licensing regulations and/or NAEYC criteria and accessibility guidelines. (administration)
Friday
III & IV Home Economics 240
045 Raising Your Spirited Child
Ms. Lori Zierl, Family Living Agent, Pierce County
University of Wisconsin-Extension
The key word that distinguishes spirited children from other children is "more" - more intense, more persistent, more sensitive, and more uncomfortable with change. The spirited child can easily overwhelm parents, leaving them feeling frustrated and ineffective.
Participants will learn how temperament affects their child's behavior and how we react to that behavior. By understanding your child's temperamental traits, you can develop strategies for reducing power struggles, tantrums and other challenging behaviors. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday I & II Student Center Cedarwood/Maplewood
046 Attention & Readiness Problems? Get S.M.A.R.T.
Ms. Cindy Harvey, Early Childhood Mentor
Ms. Julie Neumann, Occupational Therapist & SMART Trainer
MN Learning Resource Center
Seeing more kids not ready; more special education, ADD/ADHD, OT/PT needs; even bright kids struggling with early literacy? Learn current brain research for causes and simple solutions that stimulate neurological development resolving readiness deficits and accelerating learning for all students. Experience the S.M.A.R.T. program and hands-on activities for classroom application. Currently in hundreds of U.S. schools. (preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday
I, II Home Economics 232
047 Making the Most of Your Home Advantage
Ms. Christina Thrun, Business Development Specialist
Western Dairyland Women's Business Center
You have a big home advantage in being a family child care provider, but are you taking all of your financial benefits? Are you deducting those flowers, that light bulb, your home repairs? This session will cover the time-space percentage and many of the deductions you are entitled to. Make sure you are taking all of your deductions at your highest percentage possible! (infant/toddler, preschool, administrator)
Saturday III & IV Student Center Oakwood
048 The Kit of Child Care Business Success
Ms. Alana Ahrens
Western Dairyland Women's Business Center
Need help with your child care records? Does staying organized seem impossible? The Kit of Child Care Business Success makes it easy for every child care provider to stay organized for yourself, the IRS, the Certifiers, the Licensers, and the Food Program. This session will show and explain The Kit and teach you how to implement it into your own in-home family child care. (infant/toddler, preschool, administrator)
Saturday I, II Student Center Ballroom C
049 TAKE IT OUTSIDE!
Ms. Heidi Anderson, Instructional Specialist
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Ideas and inspiration from the 2007 World Form on nature education will be shared.
Friday III, IV Home Economics 361
Saturday II, III Home Economics 361
050 Hmong Activities for Your Classroom
Mrs. Teresa Thao, K-12 ELL Teacher
Elk Mound School District
Ms. Shoua Chang, K-12 ELL Para-edu
Menomonie School District
Come and learn about the Hmong culture. You will be given a brief history of the Hmong and take part in some hands on activities that you can use in your classroom. (primary)
Saturday
I Student Center Ballroom B
051 Who You Gonna Call in Wisconsin? Where to Go When Concerned About a Child in Your Classroom.
Ms. Mary Joslin, Early Childhood Specialist
CESA #10
What are the resources available in Wisconsin to help me when I am concerned about a child? Who can I call with questions and make it free? There are agencies and resources out there. Come and find out how to connect with what you need. (infant/toddler, preschool)
Friday
I Student Center Badger
052 Supporting Positive Peer Interactions
Ms. Mary Joslin, Early Childhood Specialist
CESA #10
This session will use a variety of resources to assist in planning to support young children with social skill difficulties and challenging behaviors. The session will share tools and planning guides that will help you problem solve when you get back to your classroom. You will watch a video of children to apply what you are learning. (Preschool)
Friday
III & IV Student Center Oakwood
053 Supporting Children and Families with Special Needs
Ms. Sally Dannenberg, ECSE Teacher
River Bend Education District
Dr. Ruth Nyland, Assistant Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
When families learn of a child's disability, or differing ability level, they often feel that society has left them behind. This workshop will provide resources for the professional, as well as, the parents. Additionally, different strategies will be presented to provide empowerment to both parents and professionals. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrator)
Friday II Student Center Prairie/Pioneer
054 From Thrift Store to Classroom
Mrs. Ann Koktan, ECFE Toddler Room Primary Planner
Robbinsdale Area School District
We know that teachers are very creative people! They know how to turn thrift store "treasures" into developmentally appropriate teaching tools and then use these tools in all areas of the curriculum. At this workshop many examples of these “treasures” will be shown and you will leave with ideas for an "Ocean of Fun" theme unit and much more! (toddlers)
Friday
III, IV Student Center Ballroom B
055 Teaching Children Tolerance
Ms. Rhonda Whitman, Kindergarten Teacher
School District of Menomonie
Learn about free materials available for schools from the Teaching Tolerance Project. Award-winning video featuring childhood classroom activities, Starting Small, will be shown. (preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday
III Home Economics 449
056 Educational Implications of Premature Birth; The Story of Courtney and Taylor
Dr. Phyllis LeDosquet, Asst. Professor Early Childhood Special Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Premature birth has been increasing over the past decades as has the medical profession's ability to save those who were born at a very early gestational age with very low birth weight. Researchers continue to study the educational outcomes of premature birth and the statistics are changing, especially for those who show no indication of lasting disability at birth. This workshop will provide the most updated information regarding the educational implications of premature birth, including strategies for teachers. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Saturday III, IV Student Center White Pine
057 Using Photography in the Classroom for Teaching and Research
Mr. Pete Schlosser, Assistant Professor
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Ms. Cari Schlosser, ECE Graduate
Learn how to integrate cameras in your daily classroom activities to teach, chronicle, inspire, challenge, and assess learning. This session will provide innovative ideas and projects for you to include in your curriculum. Discover ways to use photography to document and encourage student engagement. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday
I, II Merle Price Commons 144/146
058 Math Games Are As Easy As 1, 2, 3!
Mrs. Amy Rasmussen Leach, Math Specialist
Come join me for an hour filled with fun math games. Walk away with new ideas and materials to enhance your math curriculum. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday
III, IV Student Center Prairie/Pioneer
059 Kindergarten Show-N-Tell
Mrs. Amber Osterman, Kindergarten Teacher
Osseo School District
Kids love to share, and teachers do, too! I spend a lot of time searching for new ways to make my instruction more meaningful and exciting for my students. Come and see all the different materials I use in my classroom for reading, math, writing, calendar time, and behavior management. I would love to show and tell you all about it! (kindergarten)
Friday III, IV Home Economics 411
Saturday II Home Economics 411
Saturday IV Student Center Grandview Terrace A
060 Incorporating Sensory Rich Activities in the Classroom
Mrs. Amy Carriere, Early Childhood Program Support Teacher
Mrs. Jenine Cramer, Certified ECSE Teacher
Sensory Works! Sensory activities stimulate brain development in young children as well as prepare and organize them for learning. We have seen firsthand the dramatic effects sensory-rich activities have on students' abilities to pay attention, interact appropriately with their peers and environment, and acquire and retain new information. There will be active learning examples, handouts for future reference and make-it-and-take-it activities.
(Preschool)
Saturday I & II Student Center Huff's
061 Learning with Music & Movement
Mrs. Amy Carriere, Early Childhood Program Support Teacher
Mrs. Jenine Cramer, Certified ECSE Teacher
Music and Movement provide a great vehicle to introduce skills and information in a fun, child-friendly way that helps children retain information. We will be taking the "class" through a day, demonstrating songs and movement activities that can be used in all aspects of the day. Participants will leave with a self-created activity and song prop to take back to their classrooms.
Saturday III & IV Student Center Huff's
062 Liar! Liar! - CANCELLED
Mrs. Robin Muza, Senior Lecturer
Human Development and Family Studies
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Why do children lie? When is it a lie or wishful thinking? What do you do about a lying child? This session will explore these issues and give you tips on dealing with lies. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
063 Books and More -- Music's in Store!
Dr. Margaret Nelson, Associate Professor
Department of Music
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Using books during music time can be so exciting! Books can illustrate songs while others include musical ideas or instruments in their stories. You will see examples of published books as well as teacher-made books. You will try your hand at making your own books to show how simple--yet effective--books can be for music time. Materials provided. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday
III Applied Arts 315
064 Infants & Toddler Make Music!
Dr. Margaret Nelson, Associate Professor
Department of Music
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Infants and toddler will come to show how they enjoy music. What can they do? Watch them sing, listen, move and play instruments while enjoying music with a parent. (infant/toddler)
Saturday
II Applied Arts 315
065 Music Time with a Kindergarten Class
Dr. Margaret Nelson, Associate Professor
Department of Music
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Enjoy being part of a kindergarten class as we explore music through singing, listening, moving, playing instruments, creating and reading music. See first-hand how kindergarten children respond to music in a creative and interactive environment. (kindergarten)
Friday
II Applied Arts 315
066 "I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday."
Ms. Linda DeMoe, Instructor/Dept. Chair
Chippewa Valley Technical College
How will you know when you are "there"? What does it look like to be done…to be there? To be done with learning, done with growing, done with life? Join us as we look at the journey we need to take to "never be done". This workshop will make you laugh and make you cry and make you think about "YOUR JOURNEY" … and how to make it a glorious trip. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday I, II Student Center Northwoods
Saturday I Student Center Northwoods
067 Art and the Young Child
Ms. Kelley Balts, Teacher
Western Dairyland
Ms. Cheryl Bevins, Teacher Assistant
Altoona Early Education Center
This presentation will include curriculum areas learned or developed through art, activities focusing on the process, ideas for inspiring creativity of the young child, and hands-on experimenting as time allows. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday
III, IV Student Center Ballroom A
068 Praise or encouragement? What's the difference and why it matters.
Ms. Deb Pysno, Licensed Parent Educator
Ms. Cheryl Forse, Lead Licensed Parent Educator
Robbinsdale Area Schools
Encouragement and praise are not the same. This workshop will point out the subtle differences between them and help you avoid the pitfalls of praise and embrace the advantages of encouragement. When you are aware of the long-term effects of what you say, you can choose words that will help children of all ages become self-confident, self-motivated, and responsible. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday II, III Student Center Northwoods
069 Childhood Obesity: Preventive Strategies in Child Care Programs
Ms. Tami Langmeier, Graduate Student
Food and Nutritional Sciences
Dr. Esther Glover Fahm, Professor
Department of Food and Nutrition
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This session is an update on factors contributing to the obesity epidemic among children and practical recommendations for child care providers to aid in preventing this health problem. Emphasis is on tools and resources for planning meals, promoting healthy eating and physical activity in child care and working with parents of obese young children. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Saturday I Home Economics 313
070 Marvelous Meetings: Making the Most of Your Morning Meeting Time!
Ms. Judy Gifford, Director
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Ideas, techniques, and practical strategies will be presented in this interactive session designed to help you maximize your meeting time! Creating a circle of respect, building a caring community, and providing meaningful context for learning will be explored. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday III, IV Home Economics 419
Saturday I, II Home Economics 419
071 Growing Minds: Cognitive Development in Early Childhood
Dr. Sadguna Anasuri, Assistant Professor
Human Development & Family Studies
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This workshop will highlight the two major cognitive developmental theorists - Piaget and Vygotsky. Their perspectives will be discussed illuminating the similarities and differences of their contributions to our understanding of cognitive development of young children. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday III & IV Home Economics 103
072 Traditional Culture Education of Young Children in Korea
Ms. Il-Rang Lee, Doctoral Student
University of Florida
Dr. Young Hee Oh, Professor
Paichai University, Korea
Every society has their own culture. Korea has a tradition of five thousand years of creativity, aesthetic sense and scientific wisdom. Young children can develop national identity, pride, and social abilities. Also, traditional Korean education provides etiquette and character education through traditional play, food, music, dance, sport, and a variety of activities. This session will introduce the Korean traditional education system through practical activities used in subject areas in kindergartens. (kindergarten)
Saturday II Student Center Grandview Terrace A
073 Teaching Injury Prevention with the "Safety Suitcase" - CANCELLED
Ms. Pam Johnson, Registered Nurse
Ms. Karen Geissler, Registered Nurse
Luther Hospital Trauma Services
The presentation will include an explanation/demonstration of a 9-unit "suitcase" that teaches various areas of injury prevention. This has been developed to be a comprehensive, economic, and fun teaching tool. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
074 Using Rhyming Chants and Poems to Enhance Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, and Vocabulary
Dr. Kimberly Martinez, Assistant Professor
Dr. Jill Klefstad, Assistant Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Participants will be provided with the most effective format and presentation techniques used with the "Poem of Week" idea to promote phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency and vocabulary. Participants will also learn how to create engaging, fun content area poems. Handouts will be provided. (kindergarten, primary)
Friday III, IV Home Economics 182
075 Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training
Ms. Tammy Tillotson, Director
River Source Family Center
This presentation will certify you for Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention. We will work through the actual Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention material for infants and toddlers. (infant/toddler)
Friday III & IV Student Center Cedarwood/Maplewood
076 Video Showcase: Flexible, Fearful, or Feisty - The Different Temperaments of Infants and Toddlers
Coordinated by: Dr. Judy Herr
Early Childhood Professional: Christina Smith
Children come into the world with different temperamental tendencies that play a major role in behavior. In group care, children displaying different temperamental traits can create a challenging mix of needs and demands that compete for caregiver's time and attention. Come and learn to recognize and provide effective caregiving techniques for flexible, fearful, and feisty temperamental types. (infant/toddler)
Friday IV Home Economics 449
Saturday I Home Economics 413A
077 Video Showcase: Ten Things Every Child Needs
Coordinated by: Dr. Judy Herr
Early Childhood Professional: Jamie Ausman
This is one of the best videos in the industry. The documentary features comments by well-known brain researchers and child development experts, including Dr. T. Berry Brazelton, Dr. Bruce Perry, Dr. J. Felton Earls, Irving Harris, Dr. April Benasich and Barbara Bowman, who explain the Ten Things Every child Needs in simple, everyday terms for all audiences. (infant/toddler, preschool)
Saturday II, III, IV Home Economics 417
078 Video Showcase: The Happiest Toddler on the Block
Coordinated by: Dr. Judy Herr
Early Childhood Professional: Jenny Wegner
In "The Happiest Toddler", Volume 1, Dr. Harvey Karp, noted pediatrician and child development expert, reveals a totally new and extraordinarily effective way to communicate with our "uncivilized" little toddlers. For the past 30 years, Dr. Karp has taught his remarkable techniques to thousands of parents from working moms to superstars like Madonna! And now, America's top doctors are lining up to praise this revolutionary new approach that will change parenting forever! (toddlers)
Saturday I, III, IV Home Economics 411
079 Video Showcase: The Happiest Baby on the Block
Coordinated by: Dr. Judy Herr
Early Childhood Professional: Ashley Cook
Would you like to learn how to calm a crying baby in just minutes? Come and learn the secret techniques of the calming reflex. This reflex is literally the "off switch" for babies crying. This video will demonstrate the 5S's; of calming a crying baby developed by Dr. Harvey Karp, a noted pediatrician and child development expert. (infant/toddler)
Saturday I Home Economics 413B
Saturday
II, III, IV Home Economics 460
080 Art with BioColor
Ms. Lori Shaver, Art Specialist
Discount School Supply
Explore the wonder of BioColor, an everyday tempera paint, and much, much more. Learn to marbleize, make putty, balloon paint, make stickers, and icicle paint with a paint that doesn't crack or fade. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday I, II, III Home Economics 105
Saturday I, II, III Home Economics 105
CANCELLED
081 I Want to Use a Puppet!
Dr. Margaret Nelson, Associate Professor
Department of Music
University of Wisconsin-Stout
What puppets could I use with musical activities for young children? Puppets will demonstrate ways of enhancing songs and fingerplays to make them more fun and inspiring for children and teacher. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday I, IV Applied Arts 315
Saturday I, III Applied Arts 315
082 Using a Multisensory Approach to Gardening with Children
Mrs. Beth Britt, Early Childhood Teacher
Elk River Public Schools
Mrs. Sally Dannenberg, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
River Bend Education District
Gardening with young children uses all the senses. Come join us as we provide ideas and examples of plants that children can see, touch, smell, and taste. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday III, IV Merle Price Commons 144/146
083 Minnesota for Mini-Sotans
Mrs. Debby Anderson, Early Childhood Educator
Busy Bee Books, LLC
I will show you how to teach young children the geography, history, culture, industry, and natural resources of Minnesota. Curriculum includes original songs, art, science, math, movement, sensory activities, and literature. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday II, III, IV Home Economics 336 CANCELLED
084 Learning to Read with Digital Photography
Ms. Sarah "Sally" deVincentis, Chief Executive Officer
APTE, Inc
This hands-on computer workshop shows you how to use digital photography as a way to teach reading readiness skills. Have fun. Learn new technology skills. Get free software. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday III & IV Library Learning Center 111
Saturday III & IV Library Learning Center 111
085 Managing Food Allergies
Ms. Claudia Cater, MS, RD, CLE, CD Public Health Nutritionist
Eau Claire City & County Health Department
Food allergies are on the rise and more than likely you have children in your care who have food allergies. Come and learn how to manage food allergies in the child care setting. (Infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday
III, IV Home Economics 176
086 Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS) Overview
Ms. Dotty Lillo, Director
Ms. Renee Ernsting, Assistant Director
Child Care Partnership Resource and Referral
This workshop will introduce participants to a wonderful tool to use for assessing their early learning programs. Through the use of this scale you can evaluate the arrangement of space, both indoors and out, the materials and activities offered to the children, the supervision and interactions that occur in the classroom and the schedule of the day. Come and learn about this great comprehensive tool. (preschool)
Friday III & IV Applied Arts 321
087 We Are More Alike Than Different
Ms. Nancy Platz, Lecturer
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Through the use of multicultural games and stories, children can be introduced to the cultures of the world in a way that emphasizes how much alike we humans really are. Come and join us as we discover a multitude of games and stories that speak of that truth from early on. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday III Home Economics 232
Saturday II Home Economics 313
088 ABCs of Food Sanitation
Mrs. Christina Dinauer, Associate Lecturer
Food and Nutrition Department
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Come meet Henry-the-Hand and Scrubby-the-Bear. This workshop will focus on proper hand washing techniques and food service tips. Handouts provided. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday III Home Economics 230
089 Misbehavior or Mistaken Behavior? Guiding Children Through Their Day
Mrs. Angela Kaiser, Director
The University Preschool
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
Come and find out what's new in the world of guidance. Are you a patient teacher or an understanding teacher? Do you punish, discipline or guide your children? This session will open your mind to new ideas. (preschool)
Friday I, II, III Home Economics 460
090 School-Worlds: Literature of Education
Dr. Joan Menefee, Assistant Professor
Dept. of English & Philosophy
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Examination of picture books that describe school to younger readers, analysis of visual, and verbal themes and trends. (preschool, kindergarten)
Saturday III Student Center Grandview Terrace A
091 Expanding Children's Literature to Homes Using Back Pack Kits
Ms. Linda Ruesch, Director
Children's Way Preschool
Have you ever wanted to start a program involving a library of literacy back pack kits for parents and children to take home? Come to find out how to start, how to organize it and see samples of backpack contents. A camera could be useful! (toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday IV Home Economics 333
Saturday I Home Economics 333
092 Early Childhood at UW-Stout: Session designed for technical, community and other college students
Ms. Kari Merritt, Early Childhood Program Director
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
The UW-Stout Early Childhood Education Program Director invites technical college students to join her for breakfast and a panel presentation. The Early Childhood Education program, courses, requirements and opportunities will be discussed. Students who are currently in the program will share their perspectives.
Saturday
I Home Economics 148
093 Stout's New Early Childhood Through Middle Childhood Certification Program
Dr. Donald Platz, Associate Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This session will share information on Stout's new online Early Childhood through Middle Childhood Certification program. Individuals who currently hold or are eligible to hold Wisconsin's Early Childhood license (#70) or a birth through age eight license from another state are eligible for the program. The Early Childhood through Middle Childhood certification program would extend licensure to age eleven or roughly sixth grade. (professional development)
Friday II Home Economics 449
Saturday IV Home Economics 105
094 Mathematical Measurement for Young Children
Dr. Donald Platz, Associate Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Premeasurement skills and arbitrary measurement tasks will be shared with teachers of preschool and kindergarten aged children. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday I Home Economics 449
Saturday I Home Economics 417
095 Teacher-Made Materials from
Recyclables
Ms. Marcia Wolf, Instructor Specialist
Child & Family Study Center
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Do you have a limited budget? This workshop will provide you with 51 ideas for teacher made materials from recyclables. (infant/toddler)
Friday I Home Economics 148
Saturday I Home Economics 361
096 Teaching Science/Nature to Young Children Made Easy
Dr. Sue Unger
M.S. Creations Hands-On Learning
I will present a wealth of hands-on activities and ideas to promote science-based education for young children. This session will demonstrate how to blend literature, science concepts, manipulatives, puppets, art activities and the newest resources available. Participants will walk away with a new focus on teaching science to young children. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday III Student Center Northwoods
097 How To Use Nursery Rhymes/Poems To Teach Science/Nature
Dr. Sue Unger
M.S. Creations Hands-On Learning
This program presents how the engaging of Nursery Rhymes and Poems can provide a natural introduction to nature and science. You'll learn how Humpty Dumpty, Little Miss Muffet and Hickory, Dickory, Dock can help you teach science concepts and appropriate behavior in your classroom. You'll discover how these much-loved character can help you make science and nature come alive. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday I Student Center Grandview Terrace A
098 Basics of Developmentally Appropriate Practice: Children 3 to 6
Ms. Rachel Wegner, 4K Teacher
Eleva Strum School District
Come and join this session to obtain the answers to two important questions: What is Developmentally Appropriate Practice? How do teachers apply the principles in their classroom?
Saturday II, III Home Economics 413A
099 Dreams Can Come True - Creating the Ultimate Early Childhood Environment
Mrs. Kathy Sjursen, Executive Director
Mrs. Val Aune, Operations Coordinator
Kinderberry Hill Child Development Center
Follow your dreams and discover all of the ways that you can create a high quality environment for both living and learning. We'll take an inside look at a state of the art facility that is raising the bar of early childhood education and share ideas that will benefit children, families, and staff of any program. (administrators)
Friday IV Student Center Northwoods
100 R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Gaining Respect from Parents, Co-workers, and Management
Mrs. Sara Reichstadt, Operations Coordinator
Ms. Andrea Morrison, Operations Coordinator
Kinderberry Hill Child Development Center
Do you ever feel all of your hard work goes unnoticed? Why do certain teachers get all of the credit? This presentation offers great ideas on how to let the parents in your classroom know how much you do every day. Pointers will also be given to help you shine for your director and stand out as a leader. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday IV Home Economics 413A
101 Protecting All Children
Ms. Carrie Kjerulf, Director/Sexual Abuse Awareness Coordinator
St. Mary's Catholic Preschool
This workshop is designed to share the 10 warning signs of a possible child molester. Participants will also learn a 5 step plan to protect children from child sexual abuse. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Saturday I & II, III & IV Student Center Grandview Terrace B
102 Gym Dandy Ideas to Get Kids Moving! Eliminate Elimination Games!
Mrs. Susan Hahn, Teacher
Antigo School District
This session will explore many creative games and activities to encourage young children to explore movement. Games, activities, and rhythmic opportunities that are age appropriate for the Pre-K and early primary-aged child will be demonstrated. Focus on peaceful play! Come join our fun! (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Friday II Home Economics 182
103 Living Literacy Throughout the Day
Mrs. Ruth Lee, Education and Disabilities Manager
UW-Oshkosh Head Start
Come and experience literacy activities for your preschool classroom that can be used throughout the day. We will be focusing on activities that can increase children's comprehension, phonological awareness, alphabetic principles and concepts about print. (preschool)
Saturday IV Student Center Ballroom C
104 Look What I Can Make
Ms. Traci Brehmer, Former Center Director
Ms. Carmen Behringer, Classroom Manager
Headstart, CAP SERVICES - Stevens Point
Creative art activities for infants and toddlers. Gifts for moms, dads and other loved ones. Plus, Traci and Carmen have added a handful of ideas shared with past conference attendees. (infant/toddler)
Friday I Home Economics 413A
105 Environmental Print: Is This Reading?
Dr. Jill Klefstad, Assistant Professor
School of Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
This workshop will explore the world of environmental print and discuss the role this print plays in helping young children develop essential elements of reading. Jill will include ideas for making environmental tools to use with children, as well as songs written to common tunes that support familiar logos, signs and labels around our world. (preschool, kindergarten)
Friday I Home Economics 182
Saturday II Home Economics 182
106 Fit-4-U Fitness and Fun 4 Kids
Mrs. Kathy Juaire Daulton, Co-Owner
Fit-4-U with Twirly Sue and Crew
Looking for new and creative ideas? Come learn ideas and information that includes: medical statistics and the benefits of exercise and nutrition for young children. Join in with creative movement to children's music. (toddler, preschool, kindergarten)
Friday I & II, III & IV Merle Price Commons Glass Lounge
107 "Going Beyond Everybody Else's Expectations"
Mr. Ben D. Anderson, CEO
Break Through Inc.
Author Ben D. Anderson will talk about being born with cerebral palsy; misdiagnosed with low I.Q.; put into special education; graduated with a B.S. Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation and went on to be a successful advocate. Audience will gain insight into the needs and desires of a person with a disability and how to address those issues. Also addressed will be family dynamics regarding emotional and psychological well being and how to support that child to go beyond expectations. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday II Home Economics 103
108 Early Childhood Teacher Education Programs and Kindergarten in Korea
Dr. Young Hee Oh, Professor
Paichai University, Korea
Mrs. Young Ja Yang, Director
Lotte Kindergarten, Korea
Mrs. Yun Ja Park. Director
Angel Kindergarten, Korea
The aim of this presentation is to explore the daily-program at Kindergarten, its operation and the problem of an activity-oriented integrated curriculum in great detail and Early Childhood Teacher Education Programs in KOREA. (kindergarten, administrators)
Friday IV Student Center White Pine
109 The Effect of Science Experimental Activity on Young Children's Scientific Competence
Dr. Young Hee Oh, Professor
Paichai University, Korea
Dr. Soo Kyeong Woo, Professor
Hyupsung University, Korea
Mrs. Mi Ae Jung, Director
Sung-Yoo Kindergarten
The aim of this presentation is to explore the effect of science experimental activity on young children's scientific competence in Korea kindergarten. We are going to present the process and children's activity output of some science experimental activities and participants will participate in our workshop. (kindergarten, administrators)
Saturday IV Student Center Northwoods
110 Attention Deficit Disorders & Associated Conditions, including Asperger's Syndrome
Ms. Ruth Harris, Director
Northwest Reading Clinic
What is the role of the early childhood educator in the identification of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), with or without hyperactivity? What intervention options are available? What are the latest legal decisions on educational services for ADD students? The answers to these questions most frequently asked by K-3rd grade teachers are addressed in this workshop. Ruth will present executive functioning skills for ADD/ADHD students: planning, organization, time management, working memory, metacognition. (infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators) - 2 hours only
Friday I & II, III & IV Jarvis Hall Science Wing 151
Saturday I & II, III & IV Home Economics 151
111 "I Don't Want to Talk About It." Creative ways to encourage children to express feelings.
Ms. Paula J. Brown-Achenbach, Licensed Play Therapist
Private Practice Family Therapy & Play Therapist
Children often struggle with regulation of their emotions. Learn why talk does not always work when children are upset, and what interventions can help children regulate their emotions. Participants will have an opportunity to try creative "hand on activities" that encourage expression of feelings.
Friday III & IV Applied Arts 320
Saturday III & IV Home Economics 103
112 Connecting Parents to Literacy
Ms. Rachael Sherfield, Center Director
Wausau Childcare
Rachael will provide ideas for providers to get parents involved in their child's literacy development. (preschool)
Saturday I, II Student Center Oakwood
113 Men in Early Childhood Ed: Can we find more?
Mr. Rich Patterson, Instructor
Dr. Glenn Olsen, Professor
University of North Dakota
This workshop will look at the declining number of males entering the preschool and primary grade teaching environment. The presenter will discuss what can be done to recruit and retain male teachers in preschool and the primary grades. (administrators)
Friday IV Home Economics 131
114 Cooperative Games for Preschool & Primary Grades
Dr. Glenn Olsen, Professor
University of North Dakota
This workshop is on cooperative games and participants will have the opportunity to play the games. The participants will receive a 30+ page handout. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday I Home Economics 460
115 Impacting Early Readers - Using Research Based Software with Low SES & ELL Children to Improve Reading Skills
Mrs. Marla Bachrach, Curriculum Specialist
Pearson Curriculum – Digital
A brief presentation and demonstration of the Waterford Early Reading program for Pre-K - 2nd Grade students. Highlights of close to 20 years of research at the Waterford Institute and results of use in low SES & ELL settings. (preschool, kindergarten, primary, administrators)
Friday III Home Economics 313
116 Promoting Writing Skills in Young Children - CANCELLED
Ms. Rebecca Oryniak, Kindergarten Teacher & Author
Jeffco Public School, Colorado
This presentation includes the research, methods, teaching strategies and materials for promoting the development of writing skills in preschool and kindergarten children. Ways to promote a positive writing experience for your students in the kindergarten classroom. I will include how to implement writer's workshop, 6 trait writing and using the stages and forms of writing. Many activities, lessons, ideas and songs will be shared. (preschool, kindergarten, primary)
Saturday II, III, IV Home Economics 333
Ms. Julie Torkelson, Retired Kindergarten Teacher, Minneapolis Public Schools
Get ready to move and have some fun. This session will include activities, favorite songs, and movements to enhance math skills for your children.
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