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This workshop will discuss the possible impact of COVID-19 on young children and share strategies to help families respond to the ongoing crisis at home and in their respective communities. Facilitators will define community trauma and encourage participants to share their experiences and approaches to reducing the impact of trauma on children.

Music Monday: Participate in a virtual sing-along featuring African drumbeats designed to teach children literacy, language and math skills.

Explore yoga as a tool to teach young children how to manage emotions and practice healthy fitness habits.

Learn how to work together as a family to prepare easy, healthy snacks.

Create a family quilt square using everyday household items designed to aid children in understanding colors and patterns.

Celebrate extended families and the vital role they play in a child’s life through interactive activities, book readings and oral storytelling.

During this session, participants will learn about Capital Quality, the District’s quality rating and improvement system. Participants will be provided with an overview of the key elements of a high-quality child development center and home, strategies to select quality care and information on the Capital Quality facility participation process.

During this session, participants will have an opportunity to learn various activities that can be done at home that promote science and inquiry in young children. Hosted in Spanish and English, the facilitators will demonstrate ways to encourage science learning and share information on science education resources available at little to no cost.