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2008 Child Care
Satellite Workshop Series Schedule

 

August 12
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
August 14
6:15 - 8:15 p.m.

Let’s Talk Discipline

September 9
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
September 24

6:15 - 8:15 p.m.

Activities for Learning Math: (Numbers, Colors, Shapes)

October 8
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
October 14
6:15 - 8:15 p.m.

Avoid Behavior Problems - Teach Self-Control

November 6
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
November 18
6:15 - 8:15 p.m.


What Children Really Need to Start School
 

Location:

Douglas/Sarpy Extension
8015 West Center Road

Designed for Early Childhood Professionals, Parents, and Foster Parents Sponsored by University of Nebraska Extension In Douglas/Sarpy Counties

- registration form -


2008 CHILD CARE WORKSHOP SERIES SCHEDULE
August 20
S.A.F.E. Outdoor Play Areas
September 4 Be Safe, Play Safe
(Fire Safety)
(October is National Fire Safety Month)
October 29
Connecting Children with Nature through Education
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Douglas/Sarpy Extension
8015 West Center Road
These live presentations will be live and incorporate many teaching tools: powerpoints, videos, hands-on activities and plenty of handouts. Mary Nelson, extension educator trained in child development, will present four of the programs. Nancy Urbanec, extension associate trained in nutrition and food safety, will share her expertise in the foods program. You may choose to attend one, al4l, or any combination of these programs.
Registration: Pre-register by sending in your registration and payment to: University of Nebraska Extension Douglas/Sarpy Central Office 8015 West Center Road Omaha NE 68124 A minimum of 10, pre-registered paid participants are required for each session. Packets will be prepared for each registered participant. For more information call 444-7804.
Cost: $12.00 Per person, per program. This Series is being sponsored by the University of Nebraska - Lincoln Extension in Douglas/Sarpy Counties.
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Strengthening Family Treasures
Daughter/Mother Camp

A retreat designed for 6th grade girls & their mothers (grandmothers, guardians or other adult females)
Friday, Oct. 10, 5 p.m. to
Saturday, Oct. 11, 5 p.m.

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Give the greatest gift to your daughter — your time!

“ I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, the outdoors and private personal time with my daughter. The games and activities helped me see more of my daughter’s point of view. All of it was enlightening and jam packed. Lots of quality information in these two days! ”
—Mother participant


 


Related Links
Child Development
Family Life
Living in a State of Poverty
Youth Development
Character Counts
Character Education
On Your Own in Rural America
Staff

Video
Home Alone


Resources
Coping with Stress
Medicare Update: Prescription Drug Card
Keeping Families First - The Devastating Effects of Meth Use
- Users Not the Only Losers
  -Meth Production is Toxic to Communities
Preventing West Nile
Summer Safety for Children
Credit Card Options for Young Adults
Auto Town
Is Your Child Ready to Stay Home Alone?

ECCOA Newsletter
August 2008
July 2008
May 2008
March 2008
February 2008
January 2008

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FUN TO PLAY,
READY TO LEARN
ACTIVITY GUIDE

for parents and child care professionals of children birth to 36 months

100 Page book filled with activities, games and information for $10.95 each (plus tax and shipping)
The book can be ordered through The UNL Douglas/Sarpy Extension office by calling 444-7804 and ask to speak to Mary Nelson, or e-mail Mary at menelson@unl.edu

Or stop in and pick up a copy today at the
UNL Douglas/Sarpy Extension central office
8015 W. Center Rd.
Omaha, NE 68124





Build Rich Minds
(In Minutes A Day)

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to present the Early Literacy Calendar
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