Professional Learning Catalog 2024

Explore fundamental principles of early literacy, along with the latest research findings. Brainstorm creative ideas for literacy-rich environments and play-based lessons for your PreK–K learners so you can give all children a solid foundation in early literacy, allowing for deep comprehension and academic success in the years ahead. Early Childhood Literacy for PreK–K Educators

Supporting Early Literacy Development

Are you looking to build continuity from PreK–K to the first grade? In this session you’ll discover creative ways to use a lesson plan for small groups for your youngest learners. We’ll explore how students can work with names, letters, sounds, books, and writing to build their early literacy skills. Learning outcomes:

Recommended for: PreK–K teachers, paraprofessionals, and instructional coaches Time: Three hours Item #s: In Person: 651266 Virtual: 743476 Participants: Up to 30

• Facilitate activities that address each area of the lesson plan • Use early literacy assessment data to evaluate the skills addressed in each lesson • Create and deliver a lesson The Educator’s Guide to Understanding Child Development by Dr. Linda C. Mayes Recommended Reading

Developing Literacy through Environment and Dramatic Play

Environments matter, and teachers need to be intentional about the environments that they create. In this session we’ll work together to create plans for a literacy-rich classroom that includes time for dramatic play appropriate for PreK children. We’ll also explore how combining learning and play supports early learners’ development. Learning outcomes: • Create a classroom plan that intentionally builds a literacy-rich environment. • Plan opportunities for dramatic play that promote literacy development. • Plan centers that support the independent use of early literacy skills in reading and writing. • Develop a plan to collect classroom data.

Recommended for: PreK–K teachers and instructional coaches Time: Three hours Item #s: In Person: 652560 Virtual: 743474 Participants: Up to 30

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