Training Overview:
The Toddler Tales online training session is designed to equip delegates with the knowledge and skills to effectively engage toddlers in the world of reading and storytelling. This training session is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of toddler brain development and effective strategies for promoting early literacy that could be implemented in various settings, including nurseries and childcare settings, children’s centres, libraries, and home environments. Participants will gain practical strategies to both engage children in story-based activities and support parents/carers in reading and storytelling at home.
The session will take place over Zoom.
What Does It Cover?
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Explore the latest research on brain development and learning in toddlers
- Discuss the critical role of early communication and reading in toddlerhood, highlighting how professionals across different settings can support language development and literacy skills
- Identifying the benefits of establishing a reading-friendly environment at home and in settings
- Learn practical strategies for setting up inviting reading spaces, selecting age-appropriate books, and incorporating storytelling activities to foster a love for reading
- Explore ways to support parents, caregivers, childminders, and other family members in engaging toddlers with books and storytelling
- Provide guidance on how professionals can adapt their approach to meet the needs of diverse families, including those with low literacy levels or from multicultural backgrounds
By addressing these key areas, professionals from various backgrounds will gain valuable insights and practical tools to enhance early literacy experiences for toddlers across different settings and home environments.
Who Should Attend?
This training session is ideal for professionals directly involved with parents, carers, grandparents, and their toddlers. Whether you work in Children’s Centres, as a Health Visitor, Family Support practitioner, in a Nursery setting, are a librarian, or are part of voluntary and community groups, this session offers valuable insights. It caters to those engaged in both one-on-one interactions with families at home and those working within baby and toddler groups.
This training is funded by Merseyside Violence Reduction Partnership and is available to anyone working or living in Merseyside.
Who Will Be Leading the Training?
Jenny Holder, Reading Coordinator, and Communications Manager at Liverpool Learning Partnership, will lead the session. With a background as a primary school teacher and extensive experience in the charity sector, Jenny specialises in supporting schools and families in nurturing a love for reading.
Testimonials for sessions led by Jenny:
“The session was very informative. I am looking forward to using what I have learned in practice. Jenny was very knowledgeable.”
“Lots of lovely facts to share with parents, and I think it’s always lovely to listen to other professionals and hear their experience and tips as well.”
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