Early Childhood Investigations Webinar: Art in the Trauma Informed ECE Classroom: Process over Product (March 22 at 2:00pm)

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Open ended art is a creative process of self-discovery that literally grows the brain. Why then, do many teachers deliver cookie cutter crafts as art? Join this powerful webinar presented by Anna Reyner, MA, LMFT, to learn how to use art for self-expression and building community. Process art offers children a sense of freedom…the freedom of choice, thought and feeling.

Process art is a form of active mind-body engagement with sensory materials. This active engagement builds the brain in early childhood and serves to both calm the nervous system and release emotions. These calming and releasing functions have important implications for trauma informed classrooms.

Tapping into the creative process has value for children and adults alike. Art is a safe way to experience choice and control, make our own decisions, take risks, and express our thoughts and feelings. In many ways, all art is self-discovery.

This webinar will share key practices that are necessary to reduce the use of cookie cutter crafts in favor of true art that reflects children’s authentic thoughts and feelings. Join this webinar to:

  • Learn how current neuroscience supports art as self-regulation and stress release in trauma informed classrooms
  • Discuss why teachers still deliver product over process art and how to change that mindset Receive tips and resources on how to motivate staff to deliver social emotional process art over product art
  • Engage in a process-oriented art activity that will relax and replenish your creative energy.

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3/22/2023 2:00 PM ET - 3/22/2023 3:30 PM ET

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Early Childhood Professional Development Professional Resources Social/Emotional