Supporting risky play: What to say (and not to say)

Our words have more power than we realize when it comes to how we support young children’s learning and development. And, especially in situations where children are taking risks (like balancing across a log, climbing a tree, using a hammer), our words can tend to discourage healthy development instead of uplift it. This engaging workshop will allow educators to practice their adult-child interaction skills around risky play. Learn new phrases to try, how to turn your fear into scaffolding, and build awareness of your body language. Say “yes” to risky play!

This is a 1.5 hour training and is offered on a sliding scale (recommended contribution $30 USD). Please email rachel@twigandthread.com for group discounts.

CERTIFICATES PROVIDED | RECORDINGS AVAILABLE | WA STARS HOURS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

About the facilitator

Rachel J. Franz (she/her) is the former Director of Education and founding Lead Teacher at Tiny Trees Preschool, an all-outdoor preschool in Seattle-area public parks. She currently is an Early Childhood Consultant and Trainer at Twig & Thread Consulting and the Education Manager for Fairplay. She holds an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education and is focused on helping families navigate media and consumerism in positive, healthy ways. Rachel is also a board member of the Washington Nature Preschool Association. She lives in Seattle and can be found, unsurprisingly, outdoors.