Early Learning Events

Northwest Missouri Home Based Collaborative Network 
January 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

As our world rapidly advances, the importance of developing skills and knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) is increasingly relevant. Early childhood is one of the best times to lay the foundation for future STEM thinking. Learn how to infuse STEM into your home-based program through fun, developmentally appropriate activities.

Northwest Missouri Home Based Collaborative Network 
January 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Dive into the world of loose parts. This training will explore different materials that can be used as loose parts and how children are able to use those items.

One Missouri clock hour will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Home Based Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

We know that young children feel secure, supported and happy when they see the important adults in their lives connecting with each other in positive ways. Caregivers who make conscious efforts to develop respectful and responsive relationships with the members of children’s families create places where children thrive.

Two Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Infant Toddler Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Learning about temperaments can help teachers better understand and explain a child’s behavior, which can lead to more responsive, individualized care for infants and toddlers.

Two Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Preschool Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Join us in this training to support preschool children in reaching their full potential! A “Whole Child” approach focuses on supporting growth and development of the child – brain (how we learn – build knowledge), body (physical growth), social (making friends) and academic (what we learn) in integrated ways. Come gain ideas to create environments and opportunities where preschoolers learn and thrive.

Northwest Missouri Preschool Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Play is how children learn. This training will outline how different types of games in preschool settings support executive function and growth across all developmental domains.

Two Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Home Based Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Join us as we investigate what mathematics looks like in the early childhood years. We will explore many ways to incorporate multi-age math concepts into everyday interactions and learning experiences.

1.5 Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Infant Toddler Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

This training will bring to light the importance of positive interactions between providers and the children they care for. Providers will learn how to properly engage with infants and toddlers and what children will gain from those teacher-child interactions.

1.5 Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Home Based Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Join us as we investigate what mathematics looks like in the early childhood years. We will explore many ways to incorporate multi-age math concepts into everyday interactions and learning experiences.

1.5 Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Northwest Missouri Home Based Collaborative Network 
February 2025 Best Practice Trainings

Training Description

Come join us as we prioritize ways to reduce stress in home-based programs.

Three Missouri clock hours will be given. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.