
The 3 D's: Difficult Children, Parents, and Situations - Saint Louis
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LIVE •
DoubleTree (Westport)
September 9, 2023
8:00 am to
3:00 pm
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Credits: 0.60
Earn 6 Clock Hours
Seminar Pricing:
$39.00
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You do not have to choose. All three areas will be covered.
1. The Top Problems with "Difficult Children" and How to Fix Them
Sometimes it is one child. Sometimes it is many children.
Areas that will to be Covered:
* Children who whine with a high-pitched voice that hurts your ears
* Children who do not listen and talk back
* Children who act wildly or climb on furniture
* Children who run in the classroom
* Children who try to get out the door
* Children who have meltdowns
* Children who hurt others by biting, hitting, and pushing
* Children who create morning hassles, mealtime mischief, and naptime blues
2. The Top Problems with "Difficult Parents" and How to Fix Them
Sometimes it is one parent. Sometimes it is many parents.
Areas that will to be Covered:
* Parents who are angry, negative and “know-it-alls”
* Parents who helicopter
* Parents who don’t seem to care
* Parents who want you to potty train their child when their child isn't ready
* Parents who say their child does no wrong
* Parents who gossip and backstab
* Parents who think you are at times unfair
Turn difficult parents into cooperative parents.
3. The Top Difficult Childcare Situations and How to Fix Them
Areas that will to be Covered:
* Managing transitions without classroom chaos
* Making morning drop-offs and parent pick-ups a breeze
* Making circle time a fun experience for all
* Teaching rules so children like to follow them
* Halting the messes children making when they don’t put away their things
* Teaching food manners so children do not play with their food or toss it on the floor
* Teaching children to be kind rather than pick on others or tease, tattle, or bully
6-Hour Certificate
Receive 6 CLOCK HOURS (.6 CEUs)
This seminar has been submitted to the Missouri Department of Health, Child Care Regulation.
Meets the Missouri Core Competency areas.
NOTE:
- There will be an on-your-own lunch break at 11:30AM for one-hour.
- Coffee and snacks will not be provided.
Regular Registration NO LATER THAN SEPT. 5, 2023 Group size 1-9 people: $39 per person Group size 10+: $36 per person |
Late Registration After SEPT. 5, 2023 Group size 1-9 people: $44 per person Group size 10+: $41 per person |
Category: Discipline/Guidance & Development Family & Community Child Growth and Development
Presenters:
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Maurine Richter Meet Maurine "Moe" Richter, a dynamic educator with a sparkle for teaching and a heart for making a difference. With a degree in Education, plus specializations in Gifted Education and Literacy, Maurine has dedicated 30 years to shaping young minds and has racked up accolades like Teacher of the Year, the Christa McAuliffe National Spirit of Education Award, and more! Maurine channels her energy, humor, and classroom wisdom into empowering early childhood educators. Having worked with children from Infants to age 18, she knows that strong relationships—with children, parents, and colleagues are the magic behind every great teacher. Maurine’s seminars are the perfect mix of laughs, inspiration, and strategies to take your teaching game to new levels. You'll leave feeling energized, equipped, and ready to make an even bigger impact in your classroom. Don’t miss the chance to learn from someone who lights up the world Audiences across the country rave Moes praises. Here are just a few of the things they say:
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