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(Unit 4) Topic 4: Family Activity Nights

1 Clock Hour of Early Childhood Education

Unit 4 Topic 4 Agenda:

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1. Unit 4 Topic 4 Agenda
2. ​Families in a Changing World​
3. Family Statistics
4. ​Family Night Video
5. Familial Involvement
6. Family Involvement Discussion
7. Avoiding Common Pitfalls
8. Successful After-Hours Program Planning
9. Components of a Successful Family Night
10. Event Planning Tips
11. Staffing Events
12. Family Program Theme Ideas
13. End of Topic 4 Assessment Quiz
    

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• Unit 4 Synopsis and Checklist

Topic 4 Course Description:
1 Clock Hour
CDA Settings:

• Infant/Toddler
• Preschool
• Family Child Care (Mixed-Age)

Families are an integral part of a successful child care program. Making families feel welcome and connected is one of many ways to develop positive working relationships. The simple act of planning after-hours family programs can provide an opportunity to bridge the relationship gaps between caregivers and families, strengthen family partnerships, assist children in adjusting to child care, and promote a positive self-concept in children. This training will cover the previous mentioned topics and support this with research-based issues as well as provide several fresh ideas for involving families.  

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify five considerations to make when planning a family program or event
• Identify one common pitfall when planning family events 
• Explain how common pitfalls may be avoided
• Analyze a hypothetical situation 
• State two factors to consider when staffing an after-hours event
• Discuss the benefits of family events or programs
• Apply the concepts covered in the training in their programs
• Discuss the importance of careful planning 

**  A special thank you to Aurora Tollestrup BS Ed. for developing the curriculum for this course. ** 

TRAINING REFERENCES

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