2025 CTAEYC Annual Conference Brochure

Connecticut Association for the Education of Young Children Saturday, September 27: Conference Day Afternoon Session #2 - 3:30pm-5:00pm

S61. Do I have a Neurodivergent Child in My Childcare? Presented by Diana Gil and Cindy Tatiana Montes (I/T, P, K, FCC)

This workshop equips educators and caregivers with strategies to support neurodivergent children in early childhood, addressing essential topics and practical techniques for holistic development.

S62. Beyond Books and Materials: Adapting Teaching Practices to Reflect Family Culture Presented by Niloufar Rezai (I/T, P, K, FCC) Through group activities and stories from the field, we will examine how family culture influences different learning styles and preferences. We will reflect on ways we can adapt teaching and the environment to foster a sense of inclusion to support children and families with respect to their home culture.

S63. Re-Imagining Dramatic Play Presented by Rebekah Seaton (I/T, P, K, FCC)

Immerse yourself in dramatic play! Explore innovative ways to redesign a pretend play space that ignites imagination and fosters inclusivity. Gain practical strategies that empower all students to transform open-ended settings and loose parts for child- centered, uninhibited dramatic play. *Spanish translation provided.

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