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Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM!Facilitated by: Kerry Drake, KD Talks and Consulting
"Designing for Redirection" is a hands-on workshop specifically designed for early childhood educators, providing them with effective tools and strategies to guide young children toward positive behaviors while supporting their emotional growth.
In early childhood settings, behaviour guidance isn’t just about managing challenges—it’s about creating spaces and experiences that help children feel safe, connected, and capable. Designing for Redirection is an interactive, hands-on workshop that explores how the physical and emotional environment can support positive behaviour and emotional regulation in young children. Together, we’ll explore how to intentionally design our spaces in ways that make it easier to use practical redirection strategies as part of a supportive, strengths-based approach to behaviour guidance. We will look at how thoughtful design can help children navigate big feelings, build self-awareness, and make more empowered choices. This session is perfect for educators looking to move beyond quick fixes and build environments where guidance feels respectful, intentional, and rooted in connection.
Learning Outcomes:
- Strengthen confidence in using redirection strategies that honour children’s needs, emotions, and developmental stages.
- Translate learning into practice through real-world scenarios that reflect authentic challenges in early learning settings.
- Cultivate emotionally safe and supportive environments that prioritize connection, compassion, and responsive caregiving.
Location: Goodwill Industries - Community Hall (255 Horton St. E., London)
Cost
London/Middlesex: Pay What You Can
Elgin: $10
Registration closes on Monday, June 15 at 12:00 PM
* Ticket types are based on the county you WORK in.
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Event Venue
255 Horton St E, London, ON N6B 1L1, Canada
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