Early Childhood Webinars

Becker’s proudly presents early childhood webinars designed to educate early childhood teachers, child care providers, and others working with young children.

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Upcoming Webinars

Play Patterns Unpacked: Making Sense of the Why Behind the Play

Jun 18, 2025 | 1:00 pm ET

Have you ever watched a child line up dinosaurs with laser focus or a toddler dump a basket of toys again and again—and wondered what it all means? Join us for an engaging one-hour webinar where we’ll explore the fascinating world of play schemas—the natural, repetitive play behaviors that help young children understand and organize their world.

You’ll learn to:

• Recognize the eight primary play schemas
• Identify how these patterns show up in your classroom
• Respond with greater intention and insight to support each child’s developmental journey

Come away with practical strategies to observe, honor, and nurture the deep learning happening through children's play!

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Designing with Purpose: Creating Environments Where Children Thrive

July 23, 2025 | 1:00 pm ET

Setting up your classroom for a new school year is about more than aesthetics, it's about building an environment that nurtures growth, wellbeing, and a deep sense of belonging. In this webinar, we’ll explore how intentional choices in furniture, materials, and layout can support developmental needs, nurture independence, and create inclusive spaces for diverse learners. Participants will consider how to prepare a responsive learning environment rooted in developmental best practices and aligned with program goals. We’ll also share practical tools like sample room designs, materials checklists, and year-long planning tools for an evolving learning space, without the overwhelm. .

Key Topics:

• What to prioritize in your environment and what to leave out
• Creating interest areas that invite inquiry, comfort, and connection
• Planning for material rotation and sustained engagement throughout the year
• How the physical environment supports educator wellbeing, too

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Cultivating Connection: Building Relationships and Community from Day One

Aug. 20, 2025 | 1:00 pm ET

Children thrive in classrooms where they feel safe, seen, and valued. That begins with intentional relationship-building. In this session, we’ll explore how relational practices, classroom rituals, and partnerships with families create the foundation for children’s confidence, curiosity, and resilience.

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