Transition into the care of a another person, wherether it is a granparetn, teacher, babysitter, can be a struggle for children. Some more than others. This workshop looks at how we can build a deep connection and strategies we can use to help ease the transition.
This is a 6 module course addressing different aspects of preparing for and helping with Separation Anxiety. Each module come with a printable e-book!
Module 1: An Introduction to Separation Anxiety
*What is separation anxiety?
*Why are some kids more at risk
* common behaviors in children
Module 2: Leading Up to Separation
* transition storybook
* practice makes better
* tips for day one
Module 3: Strategies for Families
*daily habits
*strategies to try
*connect.connect.connect
Module 4: Strategies for School
*prioritize connection
*strategies for the whole group
*strategies for individuals
Module 5: Words to Encourage
*phrases to build
*importance of emotions vocabulary
*words to try to avoid
Module 6: When it Still isn't Working
*flexible setting
*flexible schedule
*bringing in others
Enroll Now! or watch the Intro video for more details
Your Instructor
Helen is a life long teacher. She started early by teaching her stuffed animals and young friends. Helen's journey has taken her from rural Venezuela, to public school special education, to in- home care. Most recently Helen has been the lead teacher in a small Waldorf inspired program inside a Montessori school. Helen has a MS in Special Education and completed the Lifeways North America Training in 2016. Helen has 3 young boys and wonderful husband. Educating educators and families is a new passion for Helen and she is very excited to be launching her first few courses.