Training Event Details
San Francisco Department of Early Childhood
Block Play Bonanza
Inital Date/Time:
03/08/2025 / 09:00 AM -
03/08/2025 / 12:00 PM,
Nihonmachi Little Friends,
1830 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, 94115
Number of sessions:
2
Total Hours:
6.00 Clock Hours
Price:
$0.00
Event Type:
Classroom/Face-to-Face
Language of Instruction:
English
Interpreter Language(s):
Unit blocks were created in the early 1900’s and are still one of children’s favorite materials. Why has such simple materials been able to hold children’s attention and focus even in the age of screens, legos and other modern toys? What opportunities and possibilities do blocks offer children and teachers? This two-part workshop will explore the magic of blocks, and support teachers in developing skills to create a strong culture of block building in their classrooms. Participants will: Learn about the history of block play Discuss the benefits of block play for children from 0 through 5 Explore different types of blocks Study block play stories Reflect on their own classrooms and find ways to reconnect with the joys of offering blocks as tools for learning Familiarize themselves with schema theory and learn about how to use this knowledge to see children’s competence through their block play creations
Classroom/Face-to-Face 03/08/2025 / 09:00 AM -
03/08/2025 / 12:00 PM,
Nihonmachi Little Friends,
1830 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, 94115
Classroom/Face-to-Face 03/15/2025 / 09:00 AM - 03/15/2025 / 12:00 PM, Nihonmachi Little Friends, 1830 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA, 94115
Classroom/Face-to-Face 03/15/2025 / 09:00 AM - 03/15/2025 / 12:00 PM, Nihonmachi Little Friends, 1830 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA, 94115
This is an Overview/Introductory training for Teaching Staff, Administration/Leadership Staff, Family Child Care Providers.
Prior knowledge or experience needed:
- None
This training will cover:
- Learning Environments and Curriculum: Participants will: Discuss the needs of adult learners Learn about the evolution of PLCs Share experiences as reflective educators Study facilitation strategies and approaches Discover the power of protocols for framing discussions, dilemmas and cases Practice protocols for facilitation Plan for the implementation of PLCS in their contexts
Early learning standards/foundations:
- Toddler Care (19 - 36 Months)
- Preschool (3 - 5 Years)
Is this a Gateways training? No
participants must attend both sessions to receive pd hours
Participants will: Learn about the history of block play Discuss the benefits of block play for children from 0 through 5 Explore different types of blocks Study block play stories Reflect on their own classrooms and find ways to reconnect with the joys of offering blocks as tools for learning Familiarize themselves with schema theory and learn about how to use this knowledge to see children’s competence through their block play creations
Instructor:
Eliana Elias
,
Casey Federico
Training Contact:
Devalin Jackson , devalin.jackson@sfgov.org , (000) 000-0000
Training Organization Contact: Ms. Devalin Jackson , devalin.jackson@sfgov.org , (000) 000-0000
Capacity:
25
Enrolled:
0
Waitlist:
0
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