Region IV- Children Together presents "Make Room For Boys: Helping Boys Thrive"
Description:
A few years ago, Sandy Slack and Gerin Martin set out to discover what made the boys in their inclusive preschool classroom tick. They knew that the needs and interests of boys often differ from those of girls, and they learned that the environment of many preschool classrooms— their own included-puts boys at a disadvantage. Their research led to some surprising discoveries.
Workshop participants will be challenged to avoid stereotyped thinking that “boys always…” Or “girls always…” They will understand gender based differences in brain development and other physiological differences that will help them understand why gender does matter. Consciously creating a “goodness of fit” for all children will require them to understand five important needs of boys and the proven active learning strategies that benefit boys and yes even girls!!! This is an active workshop in which participants will experience for themselves what active learning means. Registration is 3:30–4:00 pm and Seminar: 4:00–7:00 pm.
Date(s):
10/15/2015 3:30 PM ET - 10/15/2015 7:00 PM ET
Location(s):
First Baptist Church of Alexandria 2932 King Street Alexandria, VA 22302