Scribbles & Giggles Child Care Workshops
September - November 2009
(All workshops are approved through the Nevada Registry)
For More Information call Cynthia Martinez 762-8005
Thursday, September 10, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Interactive, Creative and Crazy Circle Times
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Look, Listen, and Share – These are just some of the basics for a successful circle time. This hands on interactive workshop gives participants the opportunity to experience a fun filled circle time.
Monday, September 21, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pm
I Can Do It Myself! Terrific Toddlers & Twos
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Learning concepts that can be enhanced through the use of hands on games. Age appropriate games for children 18 months and older. A fun day of conversation & game making. Create games that can actually reinforce the activities you plan through out the course of a day.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pm
“Tell Me A Story” ~ Language and Pre-Reading Activities for Young Children
Core Knowledge Area: Environment and Curriculum
Important facts about literacy skills, reading as language and the ages and stages associated with literacy. Come and learn about awesome community resources that support caregivers and families in strengthening language and pre-reading skills. Hands on fun activities that kids will love with are provided.NEW WORKSHOP!!!!!
Thursday, October 22, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pmKids Krazy for Science
Core Knowledge Area: Environment and Curriculum
Science in the early childhood environment helps develop such skills as observation, classification, and communication. Discussion will be centered on “finding science” in the activities you are already doing as well as additional “science activities” you can add to your program.NEW WORKSHOP!!!!
Monday, October 26, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pmSupport & Resources for Providers and Families in Tough Economic Times!
Core Knowledge Area: Family and Community Relationships
To date approximately 2 out of 3 middle class families are at high rick of sustaining or losing their economic security. Loss of jobs and income cuts have forced families to struggle with basic costs like housing, medical care, transportation, food, clothing and child care. Come and learn valuable resources that you can share with your families to help support their needs.Wednesday, November 4, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Ready, Set, Go! ~ Strategies & Activities to have a blast with School-Age Children
Core Knowledge Area: Environment and Curriculum
Fresh ideas for organizing and implementing your school-age program. How to provide stimulating, engaging activities that support and enhances their creativity. Homework support, "down time", natural and logical consequences and supporting positive peer relationships are just a few of the areas of discussion.Monday, November 9, 2009 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Making Math Count ~ Turning Your Classroom into a Math Playground
Core Knowledge Area: Environment and Curriculum
Approaching math from a playful and child-centered point of view. Teaching children to use their senses and bodies to explore ideas. Children will discover how math feels, tastes, and looks, and then will be able to record and talk about the concepts and what they learned. Learn how to incorporating math in most areas of your curriculum.Pre-Registration Information
Two child care training hours approved by Nevada Registry for each workshop.Workshops held in Sparks (Directions will be emailed)
Workshops are held from 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Workshops are $15.00 per person per workshop.
Pre-Registration is REQUIRED for all workshops!
Send your workshop registration to:
Cynthia Martinez
Scribbles and Giggles Child Care Workshops
Post Office box 50972 - Sparks, Nevada 89435
Or
E-mail to reserve your spot in the workshop to:
Workshop fees include all supplies and a certificate of completion.
Class size is limited.
Please PRE-REGISTER for each workshop by sending a check or money order prior to the workshop or email me to reserve your space.
Please note the date of the workshop you are registering for in the “memo” portion of your check. Please include your phone number.
Drop in availability is usually not a problem but you must please call or email the day prior to the workshop for availability.
Cash refunds can not be issued. If you have registered for a workshop and are unable to attend, please notify Cynthia Martinez prior to the class (no later than 2:00PM the day of the workshop) and you may transfer your workshop payment to another class within next six weeks.
For more information about any of the workshops please feel free to contact me:
Cynthia Martinez 775.762.8005
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