Description:

Bring clarity and renewed energy to your early childhood classroom! This engaging workshop is designed to help educators navigate the vital landscape of early learning with confidence and creativity.

The Power of Purposeful Play

Early childhood is a unique window of opportunity. This session helps you bridge the gap between developmental milestones and daily instruction by focusing on play-based, developmentally appropriate practices that actually work.

What We’ll Explore

We will dive into the essential frameworks that drive student growth, including:

• The Seven Domains of Early Learning: A comprehensive look at the whole child.

• Mastering the MELTS: Expert guidance on using the Missouri Early Learning Tools to guide your teaching.

• Immediate Application: Hands-on time to develop activities that foster curiosity and foundational skills.

Your Instructional Toolkit

Every participant will receive a MELTS Book to keep as a go-to reference. You won't just leave with ideas—you’ll walk away with practical strategies designed for immediate impact in your classroom.

Empower your youngest learners. Join us to transform your instructional approach into a joyful, structured, and highly effective learning experience.

Instructor: Jessica Gray, Director of Learning Systems & Client Relations, STEP Up

Price: $300 per participant
**Current STEP Up Members get 25% discount with code “Member25”