Workshops

Our Workshops

We offer creative, interactive workshops for teachers, directors and parents. Our customized programs mentor, prepare, and support educators by providing a fresh perspective that infuses energy into your already existing lesson plans.

With a minimum of 5 participants, you can enjoy workshops ranging from two to eight hours for as little as $20 per person. All with the comfort and convenience of being in your own center.

The following is a list of workshops currently available through Children-R-First:

  • School Readiness
  • Beyond ABCs and 123s
  • Dealing with Challenging Behavior in the Classroom
  • Fund Raiser Ideas that Everyone will Enjoy
  • Communication 101 (For Administrators)
  • Art Activities for children ages 0-5
  • Cooking activities for children ages 2-5
  • Staff Development & Team Work
  • Curriculum Development
  • Accreditation (ACSI & NAEYC)
  • Educational Assessment and Outcomes

Workshops

August 26th, 2010 from 6:30-8:00pm

FREE Director’s Workshop

A FREE workshop for Directors and Owners of quality early childhood education programs.

September 14th, 2010 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Creating a Foundation for Early Literacy

Creating a Foundation for Early Literacy is part of the workshop series hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

November 2nd, 2010 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Recipes for Reading; Literacy Based Nutrition and Cooking Activities

Recipes for Reading is part of the workshop series "Celebrating Our Children," hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

January 4th, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Dramatic Play in Childhood; Rehearsal for Real Life

Dramatic Play in Childhood is part of the workshop series "Celebrating Our Children," hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

March 1st, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Beyond ABCs and 123s; A Kindergarten Readiness Workshop

Beyond ABCs and 123s is part of the workshop series "Celebrating Our Children," hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

May 3rd, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

The Construction Zone; How Building with Blocks Helps Children Learn

The Construction Zone is part of the workshop series "Celebrating Our Children," hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

July 5th, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Challenging Behavior; Fighters, Biters, Pushers, Smushers

Fighters, Biters, Pushers, Smushers is part of the workshop series "Celebrating Our Children," hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

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Workshops

FREE Director’s Workshop

A FREE workshop for Directors and Owners of quality early childhood education programs.

Creating a Foundation for Early Literacy

Creating a Foundation for Early Literacy is part of the workshop series hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

Testimonials

I have had the most incredible interactions with Kristi Stilson. Not only does she have incredible knowledge and experience with education, she is also a caring, kind and well-networked individual with an unparalleled drive and motivation. I’d recommend Kristi to any Richmond parent!

— K. Hall http://www.Richmondmom.com

Articles

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