Learning, Energy, And Self-Image:
Maximizing a Child's Potential

     A workshop designed for Parents, Educators, Pre-school Directors, Therapists, Pediatricians, and anyone who spends time with children.

     The workshop is offered as 3 single sessions over 3 consecutive weeks OR as a one day workshop held from 9 am to 4 pm.

     Three 2-hour presentations include the following concepts and opportunity for discussion:

Session 1:
     The Sensory-Motor basis for learning - A child's motor and sensory development is critical to a child's later learning ability and attentiveness in the classroom. In the early years of life, foundations are laid for a good body image, balance, fine motor skills and visual perception. In this session we will discuss specific sensory motor components of learning, how they fit together, what to look for, and what can be done if you suspect problems.

Session 2:
     In the course of a typical day, we experience different levels of energy or states of alertness. These variable levels can be range from low or lethargic, fatigued, disinterested, apathetic to high or alert, energetic, enthusiastic. The "How Does Your Engine Run" program promotes awareness of how individuals regulate their energy alertness levels through the use of sensory motor strategies. These concepts apply to children of all ages from pre-school to high school.

Session 3:
     How our children view themselves is formed from many sources: how well they perform activities, feedback from peers and adults regarding how they look and expectations of desired performance. This view through others' eyes can hurt or heal a developing self-image. In this session we will discuss how to give our children a healthy understanding of their identity as a valuable and treasured child.