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Our workshops will be an interactive experience, including case studies and practical exercises. Participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of communication development, personalized strategies to support children, and a toolbox of engaging activities to encourage communication. 

​Playground Connections and Inspired ECE presents a hands-on workshop is designed to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and strategies needed to support and nurture communication development in young children. Through a mix of research-based insights and practical applications, participants will deepen their understanding of communication milestones, build meaningful connections with families, and develop effective observation and intervention skills.​

Workshop highlights:
  • Build partnerships with families to support children’s communication development

  • Understand typical and atypical communication development 

  • Learn to recognize and document key communication behaviours during everyday activities

  • Design engaging, play-based experiences that naturally foster language 

  • Identify Concerns and Next Steps​​​​​​​

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Join us for an enriching journey into the world of Early Literacy and Oral Language. This dynamic workshop is designed for educators who are passionate about nurturing the language skills of young children.
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Workshop highlights:
  • Discover the foundational skill of phonological awareness and explore creative ways to introduce it to young minds

  • Learn strategies and resources to make phonics engaging and interactive for children, fostering strong reading abilities from the start

  • Understand the profound connection between oral language development and written language skills

  • Engage in hands-on activities that encourage sound play, word games, and storytelling

  • Gain practical, ready-to-implement strategies for creating a literacy-rich early years environment​

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Unlocking the Power of
Play and Language
An engaging and informative workshop that delves into the fascinating world of play and language development and its interconnectedness! In this workshop, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the crucial role that play and language have in a child's growth and development.
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Workshop highlights:
  • What is Play and What is Language?
  • The Connection Between Play and Language
  • Strategies for Purposeful Play
  • Using Toys in Play to Facilitate Language
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​Communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, enabling us to connect, express our needs, and build relationships. For special needs children, developing effective communication and social interaction skills is particularly crucial. This workshop aims to equip educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to support these children in their journey towards effective communication and socialization.

Workshop highlights:
  • Learn about the various forms of communication, including verbal and non-verbal methods

  • Learn how to create individualized communication plans tailored to each child's needs and strengths

  • Explore evidence-based strategies and interventions that can be applied within educational settings

  • Explore creative and interactive play-based activities that promote communication and socialization in a fun and supportive environment

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Unlocking the Power of Using Visual Supports with Special Needs Children in Early Years Settings
This highly practical workshop is designed to empower educators with the knowledge and tools to enhance the learning experience for special needs children in early years settings. In this workshop, we will explore the profound impact of visual supports on building authentic connections to others and on learning. 
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Workshop highlights:
  • Understanding the significance of visual supports and the cognitive, communicative, and behavioural benefits they offer

  • Learn how visual supports can create an inclusive and innovative learning environment. 

  • Gain insight into a variety of visual supports, from visual schedules to social stories

  • Discuss the best practices for designing visual supports, considering factors such as age, developmental level, and specific needs of the children

  • Strategies to support the implementation of visuals in the classroom

This engaging workshop is designed for educators and early learning professionals who are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in their early years settings by supporting children’s home languages. Participants will explore the dynamic process of bilingual and multilingual development in young children, gaining insights into what is typical and atypical in their language acquisition journey.

Grounded in research, this session will highlight the cognitive, social, and emotional benefits of bilingualism and multilingualism, debunk common myths, and provide practical strategies for embracing and nurturing linguistic diversity.

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Workshop highlights:
  • Get the latest research on how young children develop more than one language, including milestones and challenges.

  • Explore cultural and familial context of home languages 

  • Practical strategies for integrating home languages into your setting’s philosophy, physical space, programming, and staff practices.

  • Tips for fostering collaboration between educators and families to ensure every child feels valued and supported.

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