Helping Children Thrie Through Life Transitions

What is tough stuff for young children? Sharing, sitting at circle time and putting on shoes to go outside can seem challenging for some little bodies. Now imagine being a little one whose parents are struggling to put food on the table, or a child who recently moved or just had a younger sibling born. Now add these daily struggles and life transitions , the impact of going through a pandemic for most of your life. That is exactly what our 3-5 year olds are going through right now. Not only are many chilren facing an increased risk for adversity, but many may also be going through their daily lives with additional stress and trauma that could be impacting their ability to participate in regaular childcare routines without us knowing. In this workshop, participants will go through common and not-so-common challenges children may face. Participants will also discuss how the childcare environment and curriculm may impact children who are dealing with tough stuff at home. Participants will also be given stategies that are inclusive and trauma – informed to best support all children.