Learn tools to help children transition from non-verbal to verbal communication, which includes foundational skills that should be used to support children throughout this process.

Structured literacy is defined as systematic, explicit instruction that provides a strong core of foundational skills in the English language system. Structured literacy integrates listening, speaking, reading, spelling, and writing, and emphasizes the structure of language across the speech sound system, the writing system, the structure of sentences, the meaningful parts of words, the relationships among words, and the organization of spoken and written discourse.

This session will present the 5 domains and vital functions of early social communication. Information will be shared to support participant understanding and recognition of social communication as an essential part of child development and its connection to early brain development. Resources and tools for monitoring this component of early language development will be shared and explored.

This webinar will present the five domains and vital functions of early social communication. Information will be shared to support participant understanding and recognition of social communication as an essential part of child development and its connection to early brain development. Resources and tools for monitoring this component of early language development will be shared and explored.

Presenter: EITA Consultants

Target Audience: This webinar is designed for Infant Toddler and Preschool Early Intervention Professionals, Early Childhood Education Professionals, Home Visiting/Family Support Staff, and Family Members.

Strong, nurturing relationships are the foundation of healthy brain development in young children. In this session, based on The Growing Brain: From Birth to 5 Years Old curriculum, we will explore why relationships matter and how they shape a child’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth.

Please Note: This is the first webinar in the series of the 5R’s of Healthy Brain Development. All sessions are available for registration on the PaTTAN Training Calendar and PD Registry. Attendees may register for one or all sessions.

Presenters: EITA Consultants

Target Audience: This webinar is designed for Infant Toddler and Preschool Early Intervention Service Professionals, Early Childhood Education professionals, and Home Visiting/Family Support staff.

Responsive interactions – meaningful back-and-forth exchanges – shape social communication, language skills, and brain architecture. In this session, based on The Growing Brain: From Birth to 5 Years Old curriculum, we will explore research-based insights and practical strategies to foster healthy brain development through responsive, relationship-driven communication.

Please Note: This is the second webinar in the series of the 5R’s of Healthy Brain Development. All sessions are available for registration on the PaTTAN Training Calendar and PD Registry. Attendees may register for one or all sessions.

Presenters: EITA Consultants

Target Audience: This webinar is designed for Infant Toddler and Preschool Early Intervention Service Professionals, Early Childhood Education professionals, and Home Visiting/Family Support staff.