Spring Early Childhood Essentials Classes

Parents and caregivers of children are invited to participate in free Early Childhood Essentials classes at KDL this spring. If you have young children or work in child care and need professional development hours, this series is for you. All of the presenters are certified and vetted through Great Start. The classes are for adults, and child care is not provided.

Registration is required and participation is limited. Sign up today by clicking on the links below or calling our Patron Services Department at 616-784-2007. If you register and then are unable to attend, please call and let us know, as many sessions have waiting lists.

 

Coping with Conflict

Thursday, March 6, 6:30 PM — Plainfield Township Branch

Tuesday, May 6, 6:30 PM — Krause Memorial Branch

Discovering Play

Thursday, March 20, 6:30 PM — Byron Township Branch

Monday, March 31, 6:30 PM — Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch

Hands-On Minds-On Science

Saturday, March 22, 10:00 AM — Cascade Township Branch

Mini Day of Learning: Autism Emphasis

Saturday, March 29, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM — First Reformed Church (3060 Wilson Ave. in Grandville)

A Little More Math

Thursday, April 3, 6:30 PM — Plainfield Township Branch

Let’s Go Outside!

Thursday, April 17, 6:30 PM — Byron Township Branch

Kindergarten Readiness

Saturday, April 19, 10:00 AM — Cascade Township Branch

Teaching Science with Toys

Saturday, April 26, 10:00 AM — East Grand Rapids Branch

Developing Phonological Awareness

Monday, April 28, 6:30 PM — Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch

Healthy Snacking

Tuesday, May 13, 6:30 PM — Krause Memorial Branch

Thursday, May 22, 6:30 PM — Byron Township Branch

Earning a CDA Credential

Tuesday, May 20, 6:30 PM — Krause Memorial Branch

Raising Kids with Character

Saturday, May 31, 10:00 AM — Cascade Township Branch