PD SESSIONS

Music Matters

All humans have an innate capacity to respond to music and rhythm and positive early experiences can often enhance the benefits and enjoyment of music.

MUSIC, LEARNING AND BRAIN DEVELOPMENT by DR ANITA COLLINS

Neuroscience and psychology researchers have done extensive studies over the last 20 years to understand how the brain processes music and why music learning seems to be such a cognitively unique activity.

NATURE PLAY - Transitioning the Outdoors into the Early Primary Years

Investigative and Inquiry Learning Outdoors

NURTURING CHILDREN'S WELLBEING THROUGH CREATIVITY

Nurturing Children's Wellbeing through Creativity

NURTURING CHILDREN’S WELLBEING THROUGH CREATIVITY–An introduction to Art Therapy

Exploring the benefits of creativity and art processes on wellbeing

NURTURING CREATIVITY IN ASSOCIATION WITH ZART.

A refreshing look at new ideas and practical strategies for early childhood educators and art teachers to introduce young children to a love and appreciation of art.

OPEN ENDED AND SENSORY ART EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN IN ASSOCIATION WITH ZART

Providing sensory experiences for children to touch, smell and observe the natural world as well as opportunities for creative self-expression can be challenging in our busy and technological society.

OPTIMISING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS.

A practical and informative session to help you support children with additional needs.

PLAY MATTERS - AN INTRODUCTION TO PLAY-BASED ENQUIRY LEARNING (F/K/P or R to Year 2)

PLAY MATTERS - THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY - Presented by Dr Dee O'Connor (NESA Approved)

Dee will discuss the importance of child-initiated and self-directed play experiences, and how educators can optimise young children’s learning through a play-based pedagogy.

PLAY MATTERS - THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY - Presented by Dr Dee O’Connor

Dee will discuss the importance of child-initiated and self-directed play experiences, and how educators can optimise young children’s learning through a play-based pedagogy.

PLAY MATTERS - THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY (Online Event)

PLAY MATTERS - THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY Presented by Dr Dee O’Connor (Preschool to Year 2)

Dee will discuss the importance of child-initiated and self-directed play experiences, and how educators can optimise young children’s learning through a play-based pedagogy.

PLAY MATTERS - WALKER LEARNING OVERVIEW (F/K/R &P to Year 2) (Online Event)

This session is an introductory presentation for primary teachers and leaders wanting to optimise children’s learning through a play-based pedagogy.

PLAY MATTERS. The post pandemic classroom and why Play Matters more than ever. (F/K/P or R to Year 2) NESA ACCREDITED

PLAY MATTERS - The post-pandemic classroom and why play matters more than ever. NESA Accredited PD

PLAY MATTERS. The post pandemic classroom and why Play Matters more than ever. (NESA Accredited) (Online event)

PLAY MATTERS - The post-pandemic classroom and they Play Matters more than ever. (NESA Accredited).

PLAYING WITH LITERACY AND NUMERACY IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

Literacy and Numeracy is everywhere! How do we intentionally build children’s literacy and numeracy awareness and skills in appropriate ways in the years before school?

POSITIVE PLAYGROUNDS - Promoting co-operation and creativity outside the classroom

What can we do to enhance play experiences, build skills and confidence in all areas and reduce negative behaviours?

PRACTICAL TIPS FOR IMPLEMENTING BUSH KINDER

An educators guide to the successful implementation of a Bush Kinder program.

READY SET GO! IS THIS CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN OR SCHOOL?

How do we know if a child is ready for kindergarten or school?